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Canon Discovery Day

 

BEGINNER: Enter the world of the digital SLR and learn about your camera, and how to make great pictures with it. We'll take you out of "automatic", but we won't overload you with too much detail. You'll see many examples of great photography, and learn techniques to use exposure, composition, flash, and a variety of lenses to get the same types of results. Our Basic Discovery Day class is a three-hour investment in your EOS digital SLR that will pay dividends over and over as you grow with your camera system.

 

During this course you will:

 

Become familiar with the operation and features of your EOS camera,

and discover how and when to control them for dramatic results.

Learn to expand your creative options, using different camera features and photographic techniques to evolve your pictures from snapshots to photographs.

See actual examples of how Canon lenses and Speedlite

flashes can be used to add impact to your pictures.

 

When: Saturday February 25th 10am-1pm (Beg.)

 

Location: The Ramada Inn - 2373 Route 9, Toms River, NJ 08775

 

Cost: $49.99/session

 

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INTERMEDIATE: If you're a more experienced SLR user, this three-hour session is your ticket to learning about the more sophisticated features of your EOS camera. We'll take you to the next step in crafting great photographs, with details about the advanced controls in your camera and how to use them in real-life situations. Many examples of great images bring the camera's features to life in this event. We'll demystify your camera's histogram, give details about lighting and exposure control, and show the power that the right lenses and EOS Speedlites can bring to your photography.

 

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NIK Software Demo

We will be having a free in store NIK Software demo day where our very own NIK representative will come into the store and demonstrate all of the programs available in the amazing NIK Software suite. Special offers and coupons will be available so don't miss out!

 

When: March 8th, 2012

 

 

 

Digital Photography 101

The two night class will consist of two, one and a half hour session, which is designed for everyone that owns a digital single lens reflex camera. This class is for beginners to intermediate students and will cover exposure, shutter speeds, aperture, iso, lighting, composition, depth of field, and overall camera instruction. Cost for this class is $75.00. Classes will fill up fast, so call to reserve your spot today. Class starts at 6:15.

 

Feb 15th and Feb 22nd

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Beginner's Guide to Nikon Digital SLR Photography

Have you experienced not getting the shots you want? Do you wish your family photos were breathtaking? If so, then this seminar is for you! Forget the “technical stuff” and learn why cameras such as the Nikon D3000, D5000, and D90 (New Users) can help you take incredible pictures – easily! Intimidated? Don’t be. Anyone can take INCREDIBLE PICTURES with a Nikon DSLR camera! Spend 2 hours with Nikon and they will guide you through a simple, concise seminar to create great pictures. If you never open the instruction manual, we won’t tell. Incredible pictures, even easier!

 

Where: The Hilton Garden Inn

When: To Be Announced

 

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 Advanced Guide to Nikon Digital SLR Photography

If you are passionate about photography and intrigued by high-end technology, then this seminar on Nikon Digital SLR cameras is for you! Spend two hours with a Nikon Representative learning about the advanced features, menus, and controls and see what all of the "buzz" is about with Nikon DSLR cameras such as the D90 (Advanced Users), D300s, and D700. Learn about the Creative Lighting System and how to control light with built-in wireless flash capabilities in Nikon DSLR cameras. This class is packed with great information! Get ready to learn!

 

Where: The Hilton Garden Inn

When: To Be Announced

 

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20 Minute Basics

Basic information to get you started with your camera.

1. Learn the buttons and controls on your camera.

2. Tips on how to get better pictures.

3. One-on-one session so the focus is on you.

4. We will demonstrate saving, printing, and uploading your photos.

5. Call now to make your appointment – 732-840-1333.

 

Cost: Only $20/person!

 

 

 

40 Minute Basics +

More information to get you more familiar your camera. The 40 Minute Basics + is a private lesson that is more in depth for users who want to get more serious with photography.

1. Answer any questions you may have about your photos or camera.

2. Tips on how to get better pictures.

3. One-on-one session so the focus is on you.

4. We will demonstrate saving, printing, and uploading your photos.

5. Call now to make your appointment – 732-840-1333.

 

 

Cost: Only $40/person! 

 


Photoshop for Beginners

The Photo Center is pleased to announce the return of our Photoshop class! The class will be split into two sections: one for users with Photoshop Elements, and one for users with Photoshop CS5.

 

This class covers:

• Introduction to Photoshop CS5

• Basics of Working with Images

• Understanding Layers

• Finishing Touches

 

 Seminar Dates:

Photoshop Elements

Feb 6th

Photoshop CS5

Feb 7th

 

Cost: $79.95

 

This class has very limited space and will fill up, so make sure you call the shop to reserve your spot now! 

 

For more information, please give us a call at

(732) 840-1333.  

 

 

Studio Portrait & Lighting Seminar

Join us for a Special Studio Portrait and Lighting interactive workshop. We will be demonstrating how the many of the wireless flash systems operate, as well as a demonstration of a couple different shooting and editing software programs. You will have a chance to see all the different cameras and lenses we sell here in the shop in a live photo shoot and then take turns trying out the equipment yourself. You will learn which lenses should be used in portrait settings and how to get fantastic portrait shots. Models will be present to pose for portraits and create a professional studio shooting experience.

 

Coming soon.

 

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