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Flash 101: Making Better Light

Using flash has always been a necessary part of our photographic lives - especially when it comes to capturing candid, hand-held photos indoors. Many of us have been driven to take these photos simply out of necessity rather than as an opportunity to create truly memorable photos we can be proud of. If this sounds like you, if your flash pictures never look as good as your naturally lit outdoor pictures, then this workshop is for you. Change your outlook on flash photography as you discover the fundamental techniques and tools you can use right now that will transform the quality and feel of your flash photos - all without leaving your camera's automatic modes.

Prerequisites:

Any Level 100 Photo Course or Equivalent Knowledge

Course Outline:

- When & why you should use flash
- Flash Power & Range
- Understanding TTL
- Creating a soft and natural looking images
- Getting rid of Red Eye
- Balancing ambient light and flash light in auto mode

Who Should Attend?

Owners of DSLR cameras & external TTL flash units who wish to learn how to use their flash to get the best possible results. 

Note: Users of Compact System cameras and Advanced Point & Shoot cameras that have a flash hot shoe are also welcome to attend this course.

What To Bring To Class:

- Your Camera
- Charged battery (fully charge it before class) 
- Memory card
- External, shoe-mounted TTL flash for your camera
- Fully charged batteries for your flash

http://www.schoolofimaging.ca/Courses/65337-Flash-101-Making-Better-Light.aspx

Earlier Event: December 5
Macro, Close-up and Product Photography
Later Event: November 13
Camera 101: Point & Shoot