Gadgets August 23, 2012 Share August 23, 2012 Thinking about teaching a marine photography class. Wanted to put out a feeler to see if there was any interest. My name is Chris thomas and some of you may know me as Gadgets. I am a International Wedding/Event photographer based in Washington, DC. My portfolio can be found at www.livlifstudios.com I have always wanted to teach a marine photography class to show others how to get amazing pictures of their tanks. This winter I will have some free time and figured why not do it now. The class would be held at my place in Washington, DC 20010. Cost for WAMAS members would be $50 and $75 for Non-members (please bring your valid WAMAS card). The class would be are 2-3 hours and you will have the option to stay after for questions and to do more shooting 1 on 1 with me. This class will cover the basics of camera function and photographing aquarium tanks, corals, and fish. We will use tripods and top down boxes. You must have a DSLR, lens and a tripod. Thinking about teaching the class in the next 2-3 months. Class will be limited to 10 students. You are also welcome to bring your laptop to learn some post processing in LR4 or Photoshop. Here are some of my pics to give you an idea of what you will learn to do at this class. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L8 2 RISE August 23, 2012 Share August 23, 2012 I'm really interested but it would have to be when I'm home for breaks. The week (including weekend before and after) of thanksgiving would be best for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveS August 23, 2012 Share August 23, 2012 I would be very interested! Having such a class would even motivate me to get me off my butt and buy a DSLR- something I have been thinking about doing for a while. The post-processing part would be interesting too. Hopefully we can get into some really good stuff in the 2-3 hours. One thing I'm assuming (maybe requesting) is that the "basics of camera function" section be specific to marine tank photography considerations as opposed to camera function in general. I don't think I could sit through a session explaining the basics of aperture settings or shutter speeds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yauger August 23, 2012 Share August 23, 2012 Count me in. Thanks Chris. This is awesome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ErikS August 23, 2012 Share August 23, 2012 I could sign up as the "if they can do it, anyone can" student I'd be interested depending on timeline. Does "DC based" mean you're back in the area? If yes then glad to see you back! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roni August 23, 2012 Share August 23, 2012 My wife wants to depending on the time/date. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leishman August 23, 2012 Share August 23, 2012 Does this mean you have a tank set up, or do attendees need to bring their own......? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lowsingle August 23, 2012 Share August 23, 2012 I'm interested....but it would have to be in Sept or October as I am moving to California in late October.......also, let me know if you would do a one on one class...... Cheers, Darren Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharkey18 August 23, 2012 Share August 23, 2012 I'm in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davjbeas August 23, 2012 Share August 23, 2012 What camera and lense do you recommend for amateur? David Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dipg August 23, 2012 Share August 23, 2012 i would be interested. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tedouglas August 23, 2012 Share August 23, 2012 I would be interested..... Jennifer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gadgets August 23, 2012 Author Share August 23, 2012 Awesome! I'll start figuring out dates so we can get this going. Does November work for everyone? Btw. I'm back in the area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MBVette August 23, 2012 Share August 23, 2012 I have an older DSLC (nikon d70) I have no idea how to use the thing, can you teach me how to use it also? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ErikS August 23, 2012 Share August 23, 2012 Btw. I'm back in the area. Cool, Nov should work for me. I have an older DSLC (nikon d70) I have no idea how to use the thing, can you teach me how to use it also? There's a bunch of Nikon shooters here, sure someone can help. Or there's likely a book (e-book) on the D70, DPreview..... What camera and lense do you recommend for amateur? We could start a whole thread on that much depends on your goals & needs. Here's a vid from B&H Photo that give you an idead of the various levels of bodies. A bit long but very good - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rafal August 24, 2012 Share August 24, 2012 I'm interesting, but I'd like to know date and time. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveS March 26, 2013 Share March 26, 2013 Did this fizzle out? I'm still super interested! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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