Overview of some of the topics:
- Speedlite Basics :
- Exposure theory
- Working with TTL (Through The Lens)
- Creative ‘on camera’ flash
- Fill flash
- Off Camera Flash :
- Roaming flash techniques
- Switching to manual
- Finding exposure
- Getting creative
- Single light techniques
- Lighting directions
- Emulating window light
- Light shapers (soft boxes, brollies and snoots)
- Controlling mood
- Multi Flash Setups :
- The lighting triangle
- Lighting ratios
- Lighting the background (Mood it up / Blow it out)
- Studio lighting techniques
- The studio portrait
- Lighting for the environment :
- Environmental portraits
- Lighting for the environment (area lighting)
- Getting Creative :
- Gels and gobos
- Breaking the rules (creating flare)
- Light Anything
- Food lighting with a single flash
- Flash duration
- Speedlite techniques for weddings and events
- Speedlite techniques for beauty
THIS IS A PREMIMUM WORKSHOP AND REQUIRES PRIOR PHOTOGRAPHIC EXPERIENCE
The Speedite lighting workshop is not suitable for compact cameras without full manual mode.
You will need:
- An SLR or Mirrorless camera with hot shoe mount and with interchangable lenses and full manual capability
- All the lenses you have
- Your speedlites if you have some – if not – don’t worry, you can use ours
- Memory Card(s)
- All camera accessories – i.e: tripod, lens filters, lens hood, etc. if you have them
- Fully charged camera battery and spare if you have one
- Your cameras manual(s) – for referencing those hard to find features
- Dress casual & comfortable with comfortable shoes
Speedlite photography workshop is $450 for 10 hours Tuition
Your fee includes the following:
- A Professional and experienced Multi-award winning AIPP Master Photographer / Tutor
- 2 Professional and friendly models
- Host attending to all of your catering needs
- Stylist
- Professional photography assistant
- Hair & Make up artist
- Tutorial & brief for the days shoots
- Light refreshments throughout the day (includes water, tea, coffee, juice & snacks)
- Sumptuous lunch
- All lighting and studio equipment
- Wardrobe and costumes/outfits
N.B. Classes are run subject to acquiring minimum numbers
MAXIMUM NO. OF STUDENTS PER CLASS IS 8
THIS WORKSHOP IS HELD AT OUR STUDIO IN ALEXANDRIA, NSW
Callam Howard –
Instantly inspired! The workshop offered a great balance of practical and theoretical content. Daniel is an exceptional and approachable mentor. He was so generous with his time and assisted each participant in the course, no matter what skill level. Thank you to Wendy for your meticulous organisation and for being so welcoming. You created a friendly atmosphere that seemed like we were taking photos with old friends rather than a complete group of strangers. Highly recommend these courses to everyone wishing to improve their photography!
Mike Avery –
Thanks again for an eye opening day filled with plenty of things to ponder and practice. I was really impressed with what you managed to fit into one day. I hope to keep in touch even if it’s just through the your social channels. You guys are a great team.
Michael Hing –
Dear Wendy and Daniel. Thank you for a great day. I really enjoyed the workshop yesterday. Did the Speedlite workshop. Excellent day and full of important knowledge about flash. Thank Daniel for imparting your considerable knowledge
Lee Chandler –
A fantastic workshop. Daniel shared with us his wealth of knowledge on the use of lighting to make your photos tell a story. He made the whole process of building that story feel very easy.
I whole heartedly recommend this workshop to anyone wanting to expand there understandings of what can be achieved with a single speed light.
Michael –
A fantastic course with just the right balance of theory and hands-on sessions. It was great to get to see what is possible in a practical and inspiring way.
Raymond –
This workshop is great for people who want to learn to create the effects of studio lighting but using speed lights. It was what I was looking for. I learned a lot. The crew and other attendees were very friendly, the teaching style of Daniel was fantastic with the mix of theory and hands on and the organisation by Wendy faultless.
Nancy Morley –
I really enjoyed this workshop and and loved Daniel’s teaching style. The models were great to work with as well. Well worth it, thank you for sharing your knowledge.
Shaelah Gringhuis –
This course has given me the confidence to invest in some speedlites and expand my photography offering. A well structured course that was informative and fun. Thanks!
Peter –
Enjoyable and well organised course. Keen to do another course in the near future!
Leila –
Thank you Daniel and Wendy (and all other assistants/models in the course). This course seriously is a “no bullshit” PROPER course that teaches you how to put the theory into practice. Daniel does not waste time reading through notes and printing out handouts for us to follow. He talks and answers questions. Then he shows you how it’s done. He’s a mentor. I’ll be back for more learning. Thank you again
Lisa –
I have done three SPW courses and workshops, and it never disappoints!
The speed light workshop was hugely informative and the team of Daniel, Chris and Wendy create a fantastic environment of learning and creativity.
Can’t recommend it high enough!
Wayne Fuller –
Thanks for a great day guys. It was fun, relaxed and very educational. I went from virtually no knowledge of speed lites to feeling comfortable to get out and start using them with much more confidence. Highly recommended.
Danielle Harte –
Incredibly informative day! Daniel your knowledge and passion was so appreciated, you’ve opened up a whole new world with Speed lighting and I can’t wait to go out and shoot. Many thanks also to Chris and Wendy 🙂
Sean Ascroft –
What a great day. In one day it pushed me to understand all the possibilities speedlite offers. Our tutor’s Daniel, Chris & Wendy were brilliant, and I would not hesitate recommending this course to anyone.
Des Chu –
The speedlite workshop de-mystifies artificial lighting for photographers, teaching the skills of outdoor and studio flash photography using accessible equipment, and inspires with progressively more spectacular sets, props and models. There were plenty of opportunities to shoot each scenario with your own creativity. I was left with an eager anticipation of practising these skills later, and a renewed passion for the art of photography. Daniel, Chris and Wendy – thank you for what you do!
Don –
Yet another excellent day out with the SPW team. I learned a few new tricks. Will be going back for more
Paul Passman –
Absolutely awesome course. I learnt a lot in such a short time. I cant wait to put it into practice.
Alan Naughton –
Another great day learning from Daniel.
Learned a lot more than just utilising speedlights – the whole day was intuitive from start to finish and very well organised. Was a great follow up to the portraiture session.
Matt Wheeler –
In a word AWESOME! Daniel and Wendy have created an informative, welcoming and fun workshop. I learned so much my mind was boggling. i would 100% recommend any of their courses…I will definitely be going back.
Julia Frowein –
Just a quick note to say thank you for a great ‘hands on’ day of Speedlite photography. While it remains a huge learning curve for me, I really enjoyed getting out of my comfort zone and exploring the possibilities that flash offers, especially off the camera! The models were great and what a terrific location you have in your studio and the surrounding area. Thank you also for superb hospitality throughout the day.
Love your work
Haichen Li –
What an amazing day! I learned A LOT from this workshop. It was so much more than what I expected. Thank you very much for this experience SPW! I look forward to coming back for more workshops.
Darren –
Enjoyable course and learn’t heaps. Keen to do another course in the near future!
Jo Lyons –
The Speedlite Photography workshop was exactly what I needed… I had enrolled in a 12 week OTEN course which was cancelled the day before it commenced. I then googled and found this course which could be achieved in one full day which suited me perfectly. Daniel was an amazing facilitator who was very open with sharing his experience and tips. I learned so much and now looking forward to putting it into practice. We were very well looked after by Daniel, Chris and Wendy and it was a very personalised experience. I highly recommend SPW and am looking forward to going back to learn some more.
Goran Mirceski –
I’m so glad I did this workshop. It was fun and informative, Everyone from the tutor to the models were very professional. I’ll definitely be doing more workshops with these guys in the future. Cheers.
Blake Curtis –
Hi guys – Thanks for another great workshop. As always, Daniel was incredibly patient and knowledgeable, and Wendy could not be more hospitable. You guys run a great interactive and educational photo workshop.
Eddie –
What a great workshop! In just one day I’ve saved myself days and days of trying to work out how to use a speedlight properly! now on to more practice 🙂 thank you again..
Chris Butta –
This workshop was thorough and well constructed. The team was amazing and so accommodating. The models were professional and of industry standard. I had fun and learnt a lot. I would do it again tomorrow and the day after that…
Roman Wolczak –
The speedlite workshop was a real eye opener on how versatile they are. The day was run really well and great value, thank you.
Julia Donney –
Had a great day…. learnt a lot. I never really thought that a Speedlite Flash could be so useful, as I always thought that studio lighting would be better suited. It was good to get back into photography and relearn the basics and to learn to create window lighting without a window!…. Thanks
Rene Kisselbach –
Thank you for another great workshop. You guys rock. Warm regards