November 2024 DPA Newsletter
November 2024 DPA Newsletter:
Capture Your Signature Style in Private Holiday Photo Workshops
Photography Workshops at the Iconic Walt Disney Concert Hall
Online Nikon Z8 and Z9 Camera Workshops with Lindsay Silverman
November FinerWorks Winners!
Photo courtesy of Lindsay Silverman, who is offering Nikon Z8 and Z9 Camera workshops. Find more details about these classes further down in this newsletter.
With Halloween behind us, November kicks off the countdown to the holiday season. It’s a great time to capture cozy scenes, holiday prep, and all the little moments that make this time of year feel special. From warm lights to the first signs of winter, there’s plenty of inspiration around to bring out your camera and capture the feeling of the season.
Digital Photo Academy is pleased to bring you the latest updates and photography inspiration in our recently relaunched monthly newsletter. This is all made possible by our valued sponsor, Finerworks.
Private Holiday Photo Workshops: Capture Your Signature Style for Year-End Holiday Photos
Advance Preparation to Create Photos to Tell Your Holiday Story in Your Own Way
Price: $375 | Duration: 3.5 hours | Location: Your time, your place
Every year, as the holiday season comes around, we gather with loved ones and create memories that last a lifetime. But how often have you found yourself unprepared to capture these moments with your own signature style of photographs?
This private, personalized workshop, led by a Digital Photo Academy instructor, will demonstrate technical and anecdotal examples for you to learn in order to create images that stand out from generic holiday snaps. It will help prepare you for when the big event takes place.
The instructor will ensure that beginner photographers walk away with valuable knowledge.
Workshop Details:
In a 3.5-hour session, our professional instructor will guide you through key photography principles—including camera or cellphone settings, lighting, cropping, angles, shutter speed, panning, and overall composition—all in advance, so you’ll be prepared to capture the holiday spirit when the time comes.
Whether you’re documenting a Christmas feast, a Kwanzaa celebration, or any other special event like a baby shower or quinceañera, this hands-on session will will help you take your personal photos to the next level and apply to all future gatherings.
Specifics can include the location, the people, the meals, the ceremonies, and charming candid moments. These images will tell the story in your own photographic language, whether it’s a year-end catch-up letter or email for family and friends, a slideshow on your computer, a keepsake album of stills, or a memorable image to frame and display on your living room wall forever.
What You’ll Learn:
You have a signature style in words; now learn to create that same storytelling with your images.
- Understanding camera settings for indoor and outdoor holiday lighting.
- Techniques for capturing group portraits, intimate moments, table settings, and candid shots.
- How to enhance your holiday photos with simple adjustments and creative compositions.
- Learn how lighting, cropping, angles, and timing influence the visual impact and emotional tone of your photos. Control how the viewer’s eye moves within the frame, guiding it from the main subject to the supporting elements that capture a nuanced and fully dimensional scene.
Possible Photo Subjects:
Special Effects, The Meal, The Ceremonies, Loved Ones, Key Details
Special Effects: Experiment with creative techniques like capturing the glow of holiday lights or photographing snow-covered landscapes.
The Meal: Learn how to photograph holiday tables and feasts.
The Ceremonies : Capture the important traditions, from decorating the tree to lighting the menorah.
Loved Ones: Learn to take dynamic group shots, posed photos, and natural candid photos of loved ones enjoying the festivities.
Registration and Booking:
This 3.5 hour, $375 workshop is available at your convenience—just choose your desired location and time.
We can even host the session in your home! Perfect for individuals, couples, or small groups looking to enhance their holiday photography skills.
To reserve your spot in a private Holiday Photo Workshop, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: Landline – 1.877.372.2231 / Field Agent Cell – 917.597.7053
Photography Workshops with DPA Instructor Ming Lo at the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles
Join DPA instructor Ming Lo for photo workshops in one of LA‘s most iconic architectural gems on November 9th.
Here’s what Mike shared about the image:
Join Digital Photo Academy this Saturday for live group photography workshops at the iconic Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles!
Designed by the acclaimed Frank Gehry, this architectural marvel features a reflective stainless steel exterior and captivating curves—a dream setting for photographers of all levels looking to capture light, shadow, and perspective.
The photo above, taken by our talented DPA instructor Ming Lo, gives a glimpse of the stunning venue and the creative possibilities it offers.
Opened in 2003, the Walt Disney Concert Hall is home to the Los Angeles Philharmonic and a symbol of culture and innovation. Commissioned by Lillian Disney to honor Walt Disney, its striking design features acoustics by renowned Japanese acoustician Yasuhisa Toyota.
On this Saturday, November 9, DPA instructor Ming Lo will lead two engaging workshops at the hall:
Master Your Camera Controls
🕒 9:30 am – 11:00 am | 💵 $90.00
Composition in the Field
🕒 11:00 am – 2:00 pm | 💵 $125.00
Don’t miss this chance to capture something extraordinary!
Unlock the Power of Nikon Z8 and Z9 Cameras with Lindsay Silverman
This online workshop series meets on Thursdays and Mondays from December 2 to December 12, 9:30 – 11:30am MT.
Join veteran photographer and Nikon expert Lindsay Silverman for an in-depth online workshop with Santa Fe Workshops, focusing on Nikon’s powerful Z8 and Z9 mirrorless cameras.
This four-session program is designed for Z8 and Z9 owners, or anyone interested in mastering Nikon’s flagship models.
Whether you shoot landscapes, wildlife, portraits, or action, Lindsay will guide you through the Z Series’ advanced customization and powerful features to enhance your creative potential.
Online Workshop Details:
- Title: Nikon Z8 and Z9 Cameras: In-Depth Features with Lindsay Silverman
- Dates: December 2 – 12, 2024
- Schedule: Thursdays and Mondays
- Time: 9:30 – 11:30 am Mountain Time
Course Highlights:
- Hands-on instruction on AF system customization, RAW settings, Focus Shift and Pixel Shift shooting, and more.
- Tips for optimizing the camera’s EVF, video settings, and other advanced features.
- Expert advice on adapting settings for specific photography genres.
With decades of Nikon expertise, Lindsay’s insights make him an invaluable resource. Don’t miss this chance to work with a true Nikon insider who can help you uncover every hidden gem in the Z8/Z9!
For more information and to register, visit Santa Fe Workshops or contact Lindsay at 516-650-1212 or [email protected].
November Finerworks Award Winners
Every month, our judges select 2 of our social media members to receive an HD Metal print of one of their photos, printed by our sponsor Finerworks.
We choose one winner from each of our Facebook groups:
“Celebrating Senior Shutterbugs” and “Digital Photo Academy Community”
| Posted on our “Digital Photo Academy Community” Facebook group by Tim Creamer: |
| Posted on our “Celebrating Senior Shutterbugs” Facebook group by Abimael Rodriguez: |
Live Photography Classes in 24 Cities
Access the live cities page on our website to explore upcoming photo workshops in your area. Elevate your photography skills with help from our experienced instructors in interactive sessions!
Our Social Media
Connect, share, and spread cheer! Join our Facebook groups to participate in our monthly prize contests in collaboration with Finerworks.
Facebook Groups:
“Celebrating Senior Shutterbugs” and “Digital Photo Academy Community”
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