Photography 101! It's Back!!

 

Have you ever felt frustrated with the pictures you take?  

Are they ever too dark, or too bright, or blurry or just plain boring?  Do you ever wish that someone could just show you an easy way to make them better?

Well guess what?!  I can!!

I believe that every one who owns a camera has the ability to take amazing photos!  Join me on May 23rd at my Greenwood studio and let me show you how!

In my Photography 101 class you can expect to learn:

  • All about your DSLR so that you can get out of auto-mode and expand your photographic horizons.
  • The basic rules of good composition so that you can get amazing photos with any camera, even your phone.
  • An understanding of light, and how best to use it.
  • Tips and tricks for getting great photos of your kids.  It can be done!

As part of the class you will also get:

  • Lots of practice! Yes, we will have models of all ages for you to work with!
  • Access to a private Facebook Group where you can share your photos, ask questions and learn from others in the group.  I’ll also be on the Facebook page to answer questions and give feedback well after the class is over!
  • And I’ll feed you. Woohoo!

Details:

  • Class will be held at my Greenwood studio on May 23rd  from 10:00 to 2:30.
  • Enrollment fee: $250 (a $50 non-refundable deposit is required at registration)

 

Click here to sign up today!

 

Please note, this class was designed for beginners.  If you are an aspiring professional photographer, this may not be the class for you.  For information on one-on-one mentoring or professional portfolio reviews, please give me a call (206.841.2260) or send me an email (Sandra@sandracoan.com)

And, if you are interested in learning how to shoot film, please check out my class, Film for the Studio Photographer.

 

A Colorful Room

I always love working on location!  Especially when the location is a gorgeous bedroom with the most amazing wall paper I've ever seen!

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Images captured with a Contax 645 on Fuji 400h with strobes.  Processed at Richard Photo Lab

The 12th Man

Last year, I spent Super Bowl Sunday out photographing The 12th Man with my friend Christina.  I thought today would be a good day to share the photos!  Go Hawks!! 265783All images captured on a Contax 645 with Portra 400 and Fuji Acros 100 film.

My Five Favorite Spots for Fall Family Photos!

Every year this time, emails start to pour in from families ready to book their fall sessions.  And in every single email, I'm asked what my favorite spots to shoot in are.  So this year, I thought I'd help you all out, and put together a list! Here we go... my five favorite spots for Fall family photos!

1: The Ballard Locks!  Gorgeous trees and paved (non-muddy) paths make this my number one favorite spot for fall photos!

33b6dfe9-f57b-4f0b-a28f-dde4e648a238 2: Golden Gardens.  I'm just a sucker for tall beach grass!  Love it!  

ccaaf33b-018c-4a91-9d95-975f027b2ce2 3: The Olympic Sculpture Park. This location has so much variety! A great indoor space if the weather turns bad, cool picturesque art everywhere, and plenty of pretty trees and waters views!

054660cb-200d-4f7f-a631-542bce27211b 4: Gasworks Park: Want classic Seattle city views?  This is your spot!  And the old Gasworks make for a really cool backdrop as well.  But be warned... it can get super windy!!! b9421dba-8c64-4e60-9973-66e35acb7b50 5: Last but not at all least, my studio.  Truth: Seattle weather is unpredictable. Sometimes its nice just to plan on an indoor space, especially when working with children under one!  And honestly... I LOVE a good classic studio portrait... melts my heart!

2e011eb1-2db9-4b00-9343-5d6a951cc682 Okay friends... hope that helps!

What to do now?  Send me an email and get on the books!

And for you planners out there... here are some dates to keep in mind:

Mini Sessions will be held on November 8th and 9th this year.  And our by-appointment Santa photos will be on November 29th!