ShutterFest
Welcome to the photography event that you can mold to fit your needs. Want to do hands-on shooting classes and photo walks for 3 days straight? Go for it. Want to focus on all business? Have at it. Want to plan some shoots with models and friends? Hit the trade show floor and network with vendors? You get the idea.
ShutterFest is whatever you need it to be. Make it what YOU want! Shoot. Learn. Party.
| DATE | Apr 22 2025 |
| TIME | 12:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| CATEGORY | Trade Shows |
Learn from Sigma Ambassadors at Booth #34
48 Couple Portraits, 8 Minutes, One Lens
Tuesday, April 22 | 12:00PM
Featuring Sigma Ambassador Michelle Harris, this class will teach verbal and action-oriented tips for handling engagement sessions with ease, and Michelle’s go-to poses that can be seamlessly used on wedding day. You will also learn Michelle’s “LASH” strategy for creating 48 couple portraits in less than 8 minutes using just one prime lens!
Dazzling Dance Portraits
Tuesday, April 22 | 4:00PM
Don’t know where to begin to photograph dancers? Jump right in for this two-hour fun location learning experience with Sigma lenses and Heather Larkin. Walk with Heather and your ballerina models as you learn about what lenses she uses when and how she poses dancers. Learn some dance terms so you can get good results on your own later and how to account for changing light and unique conditions, all with expert help along the way to ensure you get killer images when you’re done.
Improving Your Macro Photography
Wednesday, April 23 | 12:30PM
Sigma Ambassador Heather Larkin discusses how you can improve your macro photographs by incorporating portrait shooting techniques and concepts, including composition, subject framing and focus, depth of field, gear options, and post-processing.
Victorious Veil Shots!
Wednesday, April 23 | 4:00PM
Join Sigma Ambassador Michelle Harris to learn about the art of creating iconic veil photos that will bring your wedding albums to a whole new level! Learn which lenses to use, which camera settings are the best, and how to pose your couples when taking these photos that are sure to impress your clientele.
Rapid Wedding Getting Ready
Thursday, April 24 | 12:00PM
Master the art of capturing the getting ready moments in record time! In this class, you’ll learn how to efficiently and beautifully shoot both sides of the bridal party without missing a detail. Discover how to delegate tasks to the bridal party, bring in key players for meaningful shots, and use the perfect gear to speed up the process. With expert tips on commanding authority and maintaining flow, you’ll leave with the ability to execute flawless getting ready shots faster than ever, all while keeping it stunning!
Studio Maternity Portraits
Thursday, April 24 | 4:00PM
Sigma Ambassador Heather Larkin will talk about maternity portrait photography while doing a live demonstration. She’ll talk about the best Sigma lenses to use for in-studio or outdoor work to get a variety of looks from full body to closer portraits and why she likes each lens. Includes more general info about posing, lighting, subject interactions, and props.
