HAMILTON
PHOTOGRAPHY
GROUP

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Natural Light Portraits

Natural Light Portraits

Saturday 03 June
Glen Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Buffalo Photography Group
This meet-up will explore how we can take beautiful portraits using natural light and backgrounds. We will explore how to recognise flattering light and how to manipulate it whilst shooting in a less controlled environment than a studio. We will explore how we can work collaboratively with our subject to achieve a portrait that captures their personality and style. We will also look at posing and setting your subject at ease. Technical learning points will include accurate focusing and metering for skin tones. A model is present during the session.
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$39      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 03 June
Riverdale Farm - 11am - 3 Hours
Toronto Photography Group
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.
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$85       4 places left
MM, M and KM. Exploring focal length

MM, M and KM. Exploring focal length

Saturday 10 June
Buffalo - 10am - 2 Hours
Buffalo Photography Group
What do the mm measurements on a lens mean? How does it change my photos? What lens should I use? Common questions a lot of photographers have, even some experienced ones! We'll take a look at a variety of lenses, talk about how focal length is measured, and the affect different focal lengths have on focus and composition.
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$39      

Birds and Nature

Birds and Nature

Saturday 17 June
High Park - 11am - 3 Hours
Toronto Photography Group
Are you a bird watcher or a nature lover and have also been wondering how to get sharp photos consistently. This session plans to take the guess work out of it and get you on your way to capture the wildlife you love. Some of the topics covered will be, optimal settings, light direction, bird habits, equipment and operation. Come along and lets take some photos that show the natural beauty of birds.
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$39      
Portrait Photography Meetup

Portrait Photography Meetup

Sunday 18 June
FFGC+3R Waterloo - 3pm - 2 Hours
Kitchener Photography Group
Whether you wish to up your selfie game or begin developing a portfolio, this workshop will help you learn the basics of portrait photography and push your creativity and technical understanding. Learn which settings are best to use, how to select the best locations, and what lighting and poses highlight a model's best features. We will also learn how to build rapport to get the best reactions and genuine emotions from a person.
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$39      
Live Performance Photography

Live Performance Photography

Saturday 24 June
Young St. in Tonawanda - 7pm - 2 Hours
Buffalo Photography Group
Do you enjoy live performances? How about capturing live performances? Let's take a look at what it takes to capture live performers in action. No flashes allowed! This will be a rock-n-roll photoshoot that will test your photography skills! Again, no flashes. Performers don't really enjoy flashes when they're focused on their job. But all cameras and lenses are welcome. Skip the tripods; you'll want the freedom to move around. Think you want to try some performance video capture? Bring a microphone if you have one!
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$39      
The City at Night

The City at Night

Saturday 01 July
Dundas Square - 7pm - 2 Hours
Toronto Photography Group
Many people don't think about nighttime being a good time to do photography since there's a lack of light. However, armed with knowledge about your camera's settings and the properties of light, nighttime photography can be a lot of fun. In this meetup, you'll learn about the best camera settings for nighttime photography. We'll also explore the kinds of light available to us and how to use that light to make some awesome photos. As always, there are exercises that will help you put your new knowledge to work.
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$39      
Macro Photography Meetup

Macro Photography Meetup

Saturday 08 July
South Park Avenue, South Park Ave, Buffalo - 10am - 2 Hours
Buffalo Photography Group
The grounds surrounding the Buffalo Botanical Gardens offer a plethora of flora and bug life to study and capture throughout the Spring, Summer and Autumn. There is never a bad time to visit, slow down life, and study the details around us that we frequently overlook.
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$39      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Sunday 16 July
Riverdale Farm - 10am - 3 Hours
Toronto Photography Group
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.
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$85      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 22 July
Glen Park - 10am - 3 Hours
Buffalo Photography Group
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.
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$76       5 places left
Black and White Photography

Black and White Photography

Saturday 29 July
Distillery District - 11am - 2 Hours
Toronto Photography Group
Introduction to Black and White Photography. What makes a good Black and White shot? We will look at the contrast and using textures. How does the camera see the image and how do we create Black and White images in a camera or in post-production. We will look for some good examples and set some exercises. This is a more advanced course and assumes you understand the basics of photography and controlling your camera.
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$39      
Rule of Thirds

Rule of Thirds

Saturday 05 August
Glen Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Buffalo Photography Group
One of the most basic tenets of composition is the Rule of Thirds. Although most people are familiar with this technique it is often forgotten in the haste to take a photo. However you ignore it at your peril as it can make an average snap into something which is has tension and dynamism. In this meetup we will practice using the Rule of Thirds in a setting full of photographic possibility.
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$39      

Other Nearby Groups

Drawing Plants and Flowers

Drawing Plants and Flowers

Saturday 10 June
4 Parkside Ave. - 9am - 2 Hours
Buffalo Art Group
Welcome to "Drawing Plants and Flowers"! In this workshop, we will explore the art of drawing plants and flowers. Our experienced instructors will guide you through the process of drawing various plants and flowers. We will cover topics such as simplifying shapes, creating texture and detail, and using colors to enhance your drawings. You will have the opportunity to put your new skills into practice and create your own beautiful plant and flower drawings. Our instructors will provide feedback and guidance along the way, helping you to refine your skills and develop your own unique style.
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$39      
Beginner's Class: Nature Acrylic Painting

Beginner's Class: Nature Acrylic Painting

Saturday 24 June
Bidwell Parkway - 11am - 3 Hours
Buffalo Art Group
Welcome to "Beginner's Class: Nature Acrylic Painting "! In this workshop, we will explore the art of painting the beautiful nature around us. Our experienced instructors will guide you through the process of painting various sceneries such as mountains, trees or bodies of water. You will have the opportunity to put your new skills into practice and create your own beautiful scenery. Our instructors will provide feedback and guidance along the way, helping you to refine your skills and develop your own unique style.
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$55      
ABOUT HAMILTON
PHOTOGRAPHY
GROUP
Come along to our photo sessions to dust off your camera and get snap-happy with a professional photography instructor.

Brush up on your camera skills and learn new photography techniques whilst on a photo walk class with other local keen photographers!

We run two hour photography sessions based on a photography theme/technique/style and they take place in various locations in Hamilton.

  • New to photography? We also run a popular 3 hour Beginners Guide to Photography Class once a month. And once in a while we will run special niche 3 hour classes, for example, Astrophotography - so do subscribe to our newsletter to know when the next on is!

  • Who can attend? Open to all skill levels, from beginners to keen amateurs. The photography instructor is there to help you with camera settings and provide any advice you need.

  • What to bring? We recommend bringing a camera that has full manual mode or semi-manual modes (Aperture or Shutter Priority). Compact cameras and smartphones also welcome!

    The meeting point and full details for the day are sent in the booking confirmation email to the email address you provide at time of booking.

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    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
  • REVIEWS
    The instructor was informative, interesting and engaging. I enjoyed seeing his personal photos and hearing his advice.
    5/5
    Donna
    2023-04-23
    It was helpful to learn some basics to build upon. Nik was very personable and willing to speak to any questions we had about photography.
    4/5
    Stuart
    2023-04-10
    It was very informative. Nick covered basics well and was very patient in answering the questions
    5/5
    Yasodhara
    2023-04-09
    Nik was very well organized and again was a vast wealth of knowledge. He would show practical examples that tied in with not only flash photography, but also mix in camera settings, lens, and other key subject areas that gave me the tools to take better photos.
    5/5
    GREG
    2023-03-26
    Nik was very knowledgeable and provided examples of everything he was teaching. He is willing to answer any questions you may have and takes time to explain them so you understand them. He is very understanding and kind during your interaction with him.
    5/5
    Meagan
    2023-03-12
    Nik was wonderful, very well spoken with lots of information to share. I learned things that I had no idea of so now I need to put them to work. Thank you Nik
    5/5
    Nancy
    2023-03-12
    I really gained a lot from this course, Nik's expertise was quite impressive, I threw a lot of questions which he graciously answered with detail. The supplemental information sent after the course is very helpful and this is something I can refer to as a refresher. I feel with his teachings I will be able to apply what I learned and be able to create incredible photographs.
    5/5
    GREG
    2023-03-08
    Nik was very well spoken and engaging. His passion and talent for photography was quite evident. The two hours just flew by and he did share a lot of valuable information. Supplemental handouts and emails were also given which will help to review and go back to for reviewing.
    5/5
    GREG
    2023-02-27
    Very good event, learned alot. Can't wait to try out what I learned.
    5/5
    Rob
    2023-02-26
    Nik was great ... very knowledgeable
    5/5
    Judith
    2023-02-12
    Really informative, and tailored to our specific knowledge and interests
    5/5
    Sherrill
    2023-02-12
    INSTRUCTORS
    Nik Milner
    Professional Photographer with 35 years experience shooting commissioned work for Advertising and Design Agencies across the UK and Europe. Areas of expertise include Architecture, B/W, Cars, Cityscapes, Food & Drink, Landscapes, Panoramas, Portraits, Rock n' Roll Concerts and Still Life.

    With the knowledge gained over the years Nik is able to help aspiring photographers to improve their creative vision producing stunning imagery that they will be proud to show.
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