Street Photography
Saturday 25 April
East Market District - 9:30am - 2 Hours
Sarah Smith
People, cafes, vendors, street merchants, buskers, historic buildings, art installations and much more. The power of observation underpins the art of great street photography. Learning to "see" interesting detail is a practised skill and we introduce you to easy methods that will open your photographer's eye and expose you to a world that is alive with detail. The most rewarding part of the class is learning how to approach interesting people and have them willingly pose for you.We will also go over settings, focusing techniques and lens choices common to street photography to help us capture those random chance encounters.
Exploring the Color Wheel
Saturday 25 April
Main Street, New Albany - 10am - 2 Hours
Susan Goke
Beginner-friendly watercolor session exploring the color wheel, paint choices, and color blending. Learn how to use color theory for your paintings: how many colors to choose, monochromatic, analogous, complementary, split complementary schemes, and more. Practice creating color swatches and blending colors. Bring your own picture sample or use one from nature (weather permitting). Suitable for complete beginners. Participants bring their own watercolor supplies.
Landscape Photography
Saturday 09 May
Waverly Park Rd - 9:30am - 2 Hours
Sarah Smith
Landscape photography is possibly one of the most popular genres, so we'll be looking at how you can improve your shots and help your photos stand out from the crowd. We will be focusing on composition, panoramas, equipment tips and settings to use.All skill levels welcome! The professional photography instructor will be there to provide advice, feedback and tips on how to improve your photos and camera skills.
Watercolor for Beginners Trees and greens. Keep it interesting.
Saturday 09 May
Main Street, New Albany - 10am - 2 Hours
Susan Goke
Beginner-friendly watercolor session focusing on painting trees with interests. Simplifying by practice speed painting. Practice washes, use of white paper. brushwork and simple compositions to create a small finished study. Suitable for complete beginners.
I think we can be outside for this class. Location to be determined.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 23 May
Turkey Run Park - 1:30pm - 3 Hours
Sarah Smith
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance! Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
Street Photography
Saturday 06 June
East Market District - 10am - 2 Hours
Sarah Smith
People, cafes, vendors, street merchants, buskers, historic buildings, art installations and much more. The power of observation underpins the art of great street photography. Learning to "see" interesting detail is a practised skill and we introduce you to easy methods that will open your photographer's eye and expose you to a world that is alive with detail. The most rewarding part of the class is learning how to approach interesting people and have them willingly pose for you.We will also go over settings, focusing techniques and lens choices common to street photography to help us capture those random chance encounters.
Sunset Photography Meetup
Saturday 20 June
Belvedere - 8:15pm - 2 Hours
Sarah Smith
Learn how to use the proper settings to capture a beautiful sunset.
Beyond just being a natural phenomenon, the setting of the sun symbolizes many things to a variety or people and cultures. The setting of the sun represents the completion of a day's work, so it represents the opportunity to rest.