{"product_id":"photography-101-get-off-auto","title":"9\/12 | Photography 101: Get Off Auto","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHave you ever picked up your camera and thought, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"I know this thing can do so much more... I just have no idea where to start.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis beginner-friendly workshop is designed to help you finally feel comfortable using your DSLR or mirrorless camera. Together, we'll cover the fundamentals of photography, learn what all those important settings actually do, and spend plenty of time putting them into practice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis isn't a lecture where you'll sit and take notes for three hours. We'll balance learning with hands-on shooting, giving you the opportunity to practice, ask questions, and receive one-on-one guidance throughout the morning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you want to photograph your family, your travels, your pets, your artwork, your business, or simply capture more of your everyday life, this workshop will help you build the confidence to start using the camera you already own.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo previous photography experience is required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring this workshop, we'll cover:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGetting to know your camera\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAperture, shutter speed \u0026amp; ISO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFocus and exposure basics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLenses and when to use them\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural light \u0026amp; composition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHands-on shooting practice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReviewing photos together and learning from real examples\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncluded with your workshop\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThree hours of instruction (maximum 8 participants)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWelcome kit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhotography workbook \u0026amp; quick-reference cheat sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eAccess to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Craft Place Photo Club (Name TBD - help me come up with something fun!)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLearning doesn't stop when class ends. This private Facebook group is a place to share your photos, ask questions, celebrate your progress, get feedback, and continue learning alongside others who are just as excited to keep creating.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eOne complimentary 15-minute \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Help, I'm Stuck!\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e coaching session with me after class (phone, FaceTime, or Zoom)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOngoing support whenever you stop by The Craft Place while I'm there—I'm always happy to answer quick photography questions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease Bring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour DSLR or mirrorless camera\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA charged battery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn empty memory card\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour user manual - Every camera model is a little different, so while I'll be teaching photography concepts that apply across brands, I may not know the location of every button or menu on your specific camera. Please bring your camera's user manual (printed or digital) so we can quickly reference it if needed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo previous photography experience required. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis workshop is designed for adults, but children are welcome when accompanied by a participating adult. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen : Saturday, September 12th : \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e9:00 AM – 12:00 PM \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA little about your teacher, Samantha (aka owner of The Craft Place)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the questions I get asked all the time at The Craft Place is, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"What's your craft?\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLike a lot of creative people, I enjoy a little bit of everything, but photography has always been my first love. I have a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Photography from RIT, and photography has been part of nearly every job I've had throughout my career.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI LOVE taking photos. It has brought so much joy into my life and made me more adventurous. If you want some cool travel photos, you have to travel! If you want photos of moose, you have to get up early and go into the mountains! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile we'll absolutely cover camera settings, composition, lighting, and the technical side of photography, those are really just tools. The heart of photography isn't memorizing settings—it's learning to notice the world around you, capturing the moments that matter, and having the confidence to simply pick up your camera and start.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the biggest barriers I see—not just in photography, but in so many creative hobbies—is simply getting started. I've spent plenty of time trying to figure things out on my own, wishing I could just ask someone, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Okay... but what do I actually need to know?\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sometimes all it takes is having someone answer a question or point you in the right direction, and suddenly something that felt overwhelming becomes approachable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMy goal isn't to turn you into a professional photographer. It's to help you feel confident enough to pick up your camera, experiment, make mistakes, and enjoy the process. Because the photos that matter most usually aren't the perfectly posed ones—they're the everyday moments, the celebrations, the adventures, and the ordinary days you'll be glad you remembered.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMy hope is that when you leave, you'll stop worrying about taking the \"perfect\" photo and start enjoying the process of creating photos you love. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlso, as much as this class will give you the tools you need, I hate the thought that it just stops there - that's why I've included the Photo Club, the “I’m Stuck” call, and the drop in anytime I’m working and ask me a question. I truly want you to view this as just a starting point and that you aren’t alone in this learning journey. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCancellation Policy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause class sizes are intentionally small, each workshop registration reserves one of only a few available seats.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan't make it? You're welcome to transfer your registration to a friend or family member—just let us know before class begins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCancellations made 7 or more days before the workshop will receive studio credit that can be used toward another workshop hosted by Samantha or any drop-in craft at The Craft Place.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCancellations made less than 7 days before the workshop are not eligible for studio credit. However, if we're able to fill your spot from the waitlist, we'll gladly issue studio credit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Craft Place","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47975956644076,"sku":null,"price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0769\/5459\/9660\/files\/1L9A7968.webp?v=1784657861","url":"https:\/\/thecraftplaceco.com\/products\/photography-101-get-off-auto","provider":"The Craft Place","version":"1.0","type":"link"}