Pixel X Sigma: Cleveland Photographic Society Presentation

Mastering the Magic of Macro, The Ultimate Guide to Macro Photography: Part One

Discover the magic of macro photography and learn how to capture the smallest details in everyday subjects – whether you’re exploring nature, wandering city streets, or setting up shots at home or in a studio. Macro photography offers a fun and creative twist to your favorite genres, from landscapes and street photography to portraits!

• – We’ll cover everything you need to get started:
• – The fundamentals of macro photography
• – Planning and preparing for your shoot
• – Recommended camera settings and compositions for maximum impact
• – Choosing the right gear for macro photography
• – Working with available light or adding supplemental lighting to bring your vision to life

Designed for beginners and hobbyists, this class will build your confidence and equip you with the skills to bring your ideas to life. After the class, you’ll be ready to start exploring the incredible, tiny details in the world around you and be prepared to put your new knowledge into action during Saturday’s hands-on workshop at Pixel Connection.

Mastering the Magic of Macro, The Ultimate Guide to Macro Photography: Part Two

It’s time to put your new macro photography skills into action! This hands-on workshop at Pixel Connection builds on the techniques from Friday night’s presentation. It’s a fun and engaging opportunity to practice with real-time guidance while creating stunning images for your macro photography portfolio. Tech Rep, Steph Parker, will be on hand throughout the workshop to help you get the most out of your shots. You’ll have access to multiple fully-styled stations, each designed to highlight color and texture. These stations will feature a mix of natural and artificial lighting, providing plenty of opportunities to refine your skills. After the shooting portion, we’ll wrap up with a brief post-processing tutorial in Lightroom and Photoshop, including a step-by-step guide to focus stacking.