Saturday, December 2 / 10 am – 2 pm

Using artificial lighting can be one of the most intimidating parts of photography. Students will gain an understanding of the various terms and techniques, what type of gear to buy, the basics of lighting. In this 4-hour workshop, classic lighting techniques and setups will be demonstrated, as well as the different types of gear required to make perfect lighting, on any budget. Students will see live demonstrations of portrait and still life lighting techniques. This class is a perfect starting point for those interested in lighting, those buying their first lighting equipment, as well as a great starting point for more advanced classes in lighting.

Supply list: Laptop or paper pad to take notes
Instructor: MD Welch

Ages: Adult (15+) / All Levels

Friday, November 10 (6 – 8 pm)
Saturday and Sunday, November 11 and 12 (9 am – 3 pm)

Explore still-life photography in the professional studio of Jeff Ross Photography. Students will use continuous light and classical composition styles from painters and illustrators while photographing still life subject matter. This class is ideal for individuals interested in producing images for sales and advertising and for those interested in commercial photography. Subjects will progress through shooting simple shapes in black and white and then move on move to shooting more complex objects and surfaces in color. Students will enjoy class critiques and an energetic studio setting.

Instructor: Jeff Ross

Ages: Adult (15+) / Intermediate Level Students (must be comfortable with camera settings and functions).

Supply list:

• Digital slr camera with manual control for shutter speed and aperture. Please bring camera manual as a resource if you are not familiar with setting white balance and ISO. 
• Tripod will be very helpful.
• Hand held light meter will also be helpful but not required.
• Laptop computer (or computer) with image editing and capture software for your camera, also helpful but not required.
• Flash drive to transport images

NOTE: Classes are taught off site at Jeff Ross’ professional studio at 892 Maestro Drive, in Reno.

Saturdays, September 23 and 30 / 10 am – 2 pm

This class is designed for beginning to intermediate photographers who have purchased a digital single-lens reflex (DSLR) camera, which is a camera with removable lenses. Course participants will explore the specific features of DSLR cameras, as well as general photographic skills and techniques to make great pictures.

Required Supplies: Students are required to bring have a DSLR camera, as well as their camera’s manual. A fully charged battery and memory card are also necessary for class. Any lenses that they own should also be brought to class.

Instructor: MD Welch
Ages: Adults (15+) / All levels

Saturdays, October 7 and 14 / 10 am – 2 pm

Take your photographs to the next level by learning proper composition and photography techniques. Students will learn the different ways to compose landscapes, still lifes and people, while also learning different techniques such as High Dynamic Range (HDR), panoramic stitching, long exposures, proper posing for people, working with photo filters and lighting terminology.

Instructor: MD Welch
Ages: Adult (15+) / Some familiarity with camera functions

Supply List:
A DSLR camera, as well as their camera’s manual and any lenses that students own should also be brought to class. A fully charged battery and memory card are also necessary for class. A tripod and shutter release cable are highly recommended.

Tuesday, October 17 / 6 – 9 pm

No matter how you capture an image, the end game is always a gorgeous looking print to display or sell. But in the digital world, there are many hurdles that can stand in your way from getting the color, tone and sharpness you want in your finished work. This 3-hour workshop will walk you through the steps to get that final product you want, from capturing your image, to setting up your printer, or working with an offsite printer. Concepts of color spaces, profiles, resolution and challenges with print media will be covered in this class.

Supply list: Laptop or paper pad to take notes

Instructor: MD Welch
Ages: Adult (15+) / All Levels

Saturday, November 4 / 10 am – 2 pm

Using artificial lighting can be one of the most intimidating parts of photography. Students will gain an understanding of the various terms and techniques, what type of gear to buy, the basics of lighting. In this 4-hour workshop, classic lighting techniques and setups will be demonstrated, as well as the different types of gear required to make perfect lighting, on any budget. Students will see live demonstrations of portrait and still life lighting techniques. This class is a perfect starting point for those interested in lighting, those buying their first lighting equipment, as well as a great starting point for more advanced classes in lighting.

Supply list: Laptop or paper pad to take notes
Instructor: MD Welch

Ages: Adult (15+) / All Levels

Saturdays, November 11 and 18 / 10 am – 2 pm

Adobe Lightroom is quickly becoming the go to application for photographers of any experience level, but so many photographers are not using the application to the fullest potential. There are also features of Lightroom that are best left to other applications, and those work arounds will be shown in class. From tethered shooting to advanced Develop module techniques, this class with get new Lightroom users up and running, and advanced users taking advantage of features that will save time, and reduce frustration.

Supply list: A laptop is not necessary for this class, but having one will not hurt, as students can work along with the instructor during class. Files for the class will take up 6-8 GB of space, and students should have that amount of space free on their computers if they want to work along with the instructor.

Instructor: MD Welch
Ages: Adult (15+) / All Levels

Tuesday, November 28 / 6 – 9 pm

Students will gain an understanding of retouching techniques to enhance both portraits and landscape photographs.  Improve textures, fix “problem areas,” and gain an understanding of industry trade secrets to add to your toolbox.

Supply list: Basic knowledge of Photoshop is required for this course. Photoshop CC recommended

Instructor: MD Welch
Ages: Adult (15+) / Basic knowledge of Photoshop is required for this course.

Tuesday, December 5 / 6 – 9 pm

Learn the secrets to color correcting, including color calibration, color profiles and color modes to create more dynamic images. Avoid common mistakes in taking your images from the camera to the computer to the printer.  Gain an understanding of industry trade secrets to add to your toolbox.

Supply list: Basic knowledge of Photoshop is required for this course. Photoshop CC recommended

Instructor: MD Welch
Ages: Adult (15+) / Basic knowledge of Photoshop is required for this course.

Monday – Friday, June 19 – 23 / 9 am – 12 pm

Take your photographs to the next level by learning proper composition and photography techniques. Students will learn the different ways to compose landscapes, still lifes and people, while also learning different techniques such as High Dynamic Range (HDR), panoramic stitching, long exposures, proper posing for people, working with photo filters and lighting terminology.

Instructor: MD Welch
Ages: Adult (15+) / Some familiarity with camera functions

Supply List:
A DSLR camera, as well as their camera’s manual and any lenses that students own should also be brought to class. A fully charged battery and memory card are also necessary for class. A tripod and shutter release cable are highly recommended.