Smartphone Photography Workshop | San Francisco

Advanced

Smartphone Photography

Area of focus: The Settings | Focal Lengths | Depth of Field | Composition & Lighting

Real life practice: Portraits | Still life | Urban Landscape | Street

January 21st 2024 (Sun) 1pm-4pm

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Points to note:

1) This class is for adults and teenagers (13+).

For children under 13, we need a guardian to sign up together.

2) Photowalk: North Beach & Little Italy, San Francisco

Meetup spot: San Francisco Inner Financial District

3) The class will not be canceled or rescheduled due to rain.

Photowalk on a rainy day: Palace Hotel, SF Moma, Yerba Buena Park

Meetup spot on a rainy day: 535 Mission Street, San Francisco
Attendees will be well informed if there is a change in meetup location and photowalk due to rain.

Advanced Smartphone Photography Workshop in San Francisco

Quick Facts

Workshop length:

3 hours

Meetup Location:

San Francisco Financial District

Regular Field Trip:

Inner FiDi, North Beach, Little Italy

(12/23's Class: Union Square, Powell Street)

Rainy Day Field Trip:

SF MOMA, Palace Hotel, Yerba Buena Park

What you'll learn?

Focal lengths

Portraits, still-life, nature photography and more

Background blur/ sharp

Lighting & compositions

Editing

Area of Focus & Application

Portrait, Documentary, Still life, Nature & Sunset Photography

Pricing

$95/person

Points to note:

This class is for anyone who takes photos with an Apple or Android Smartphone, including photographers who normally use a camera.
There is no Beginners' Smartphone Photography Workshop: This class is called an Advanced IPhone Workshop because everyone already knows how to snap a photo with their smartphones.
The class will NOT be canceled or rescheduled due to rain. Photowalk on a rainy day: Palace Hotel, SF MOMA, Yerba Buena Park. Meetup spot on a rainy day is 535 Mission Street, San Francisco; attendees will be well informed if there is a change in meetup location and photowalk due to rain.

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FAQ

How is the IPhone Photography Workshop different from any camera workshop?

Cameras and smartphones are just devices for you to take pictures. Photography is an art of lighting, framing and living in the moment. Using smartphones instead of cameras to take pictures might be easier and more convenient for some people; and in this workshop you'll learn how to compose creative shots, identify great photo opportunities everyday, just like in a typical camera class.
Is this workshop useful for someone who normally uses a camera?

Yes! Even professional photographers have to use their smartphones in some occasions:) We don't always bring a camera but smartphones are always with us wherever we go. Learning the key differences of taking pictures with smartphones and cameras will sharpen your skill in both worlds.
How is an IPhone camera different from a traditional camera?

There are three major differences: 1) resolution & image quality; 2) focal lengths and 3) depth of field
Understanding how your smartphone camera works allow you to shoot like pro.
Can Android users (Google, Samsung, LG, Huawei etc) sign up for this workshop?

Yes absolutely! We are teaching the art of photography with a smartphone. All the lighting, optics, framing and exposure techniques are the same across different models and platforms. However, for the technical aspect of (E.g the Portrait Mode) this class, we will only share IPhone specific knowledge.
What is the class size?

The class size is 8-10 attendees.
What if if rains?
Believe it or not, photographers love the rain.

Rainy days are perfect for capturing stunning reflection shots and documenting the vibe of the ciy. Click here to see rainy day photos.
- Photowalk on a rainy day: Palace Hotel, SF Moma, Yerba Buena Park
- Meetup spot on a rainy day: 535 Mission Street, San Francisco
- The classroom session will be at our office at 535 Mission Street, San Francisco, instead of an outdoor setting.
- Attendees will be well informed if there is a change in meetup location and photowalk due to rain.