For the past few months I've been working with some awesome folks at CreativeLive to write and produce not one but TWO online classes about my favorite thing: film!! CreativeLive is an online broadcast platform specializing in education webinars about tons of topics in different creative fields and I get to have two of my very own film classes later this month! Can you tell I'm excited?!

The Classes

On August 21st (8/21), I'll be teaching an Introduction to Film Photography during which I'll show you how to slow down during your photo shoot, focus on what you’re trying to capture, and ultimately get a great image straight out of camera.

On August 23rd (8/23), I'll have a Film Photography with Strobes class that will cover everything to give you the knowledge to start taking portraits with your film camera and strobes.

The Live Shows

The coolest (and most nerve racking!) thing about CreativeLive? Both of these classes will be recorded LIVE in front of an audience in the Seattle studios and then will be available for you to download and keep forever. Are you interested in being a part of the audience on August 21st or August 23rd at the CreativeLive South Lake Union studio? Follow this link to sign up!! The event is free to attend but spots are limited.

Sign Up Today!

Can't make it to the studio? Too busy for the live stream? No problem!! These classes will be broadcasted and recorded live and will be available for download on my very own CreativeLive page.  

Follow this link to sign up!

I'm so excited!!

 

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.

 

Friend, does this sound like you?

• You have a fancy new camera and lens, but always shoot on auto.
• You feel frustrated that your pictures don’t look the way you want them to. Ever.
• You really want to learn how to use your camera but the instruction manual that came with it: a) scares you b) puts you to sleep c) reads like its in a foreign language or d) all of the above.

Would you love to:

• Shoot without using “auto” mode!!!
• Know how to perfectly expose your images.
• Rock composition and take your photos from snap-shots to works of art.

Let me help you!

I’ll be teaching a beginner’s photography class on Feb. 1st from 10:00 to 2:00

In this class you can expect to learn:

• The basic rules of good exposure and composition.
• Shooting in manual mode.
• 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:

• One-on-one feedback and instruction time so that your individual needs and questions will be addressed.
• Lots of practice time! 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.

Details:

• Class will be held at my Greenwood studio on February 1st from 10:00 to 2:00.
• The cost of the four hour class is $250 (a $50 non-refundable deposit is required at registration)

Space is limited, so sign up today!  Shoot me an email (Sandra@sandracoan.com) or give me a call (206.841.2260)!

Please note, 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)

You know what they say, the best camera is the one that is with you!

The truth is, when I’m out in the world photographing my own children, I rarely use my BIG camera.  89% of the photos I take of them I take on my iPhone.  Why?  Because I have it on me.  Always.  And because I know how to use it to get awesome photos!!  And guess what? You can too because on July 13^th, I’m teaching an iPhone photography class!!!

This class is for you if you want to:

• Turn your snap-shots into works of art
• Learn how to shoot, process and print amazing photos all from your phone
• Unlock the mysteries of Hipstamatic, Instagram, Camera+, Snapseed and many more amazing and fun apps

In this class you can expect to learn:

• The basic rules of good exposure and composition (and how to achieve both using your phone)
• An understanding of light, and how best to use it
• How to get better photos SOOC (straight out of camera)
• My favorite photo apps and how to use them
• Tips and tools for printing (from your phone) so that your photos can live on your walls and not just in your computer

As part of the class you will also get:

• One-on-one feedback and instruction time so that your individual needs and questions will be addressed.
• Lots of practice! We will go on a photo safari to practice what we have learned
• 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  :)

Details:

• Class will be held at my Greenwood studio on July 13th from 10:00 to 2:00.
• The cost of the four hour class is $250 (a $50 non-refundable deposit is required at registration)

Space is limited, so sign up today!  Shoot me an email (Sandra@sandracoan.com) or give me a call (206.841.2260)!

Friend, does this sound like you?

• You have a fancy new camera and lens, but always shoot on auto.
• You feel frustrated that your pictures don’t look the way you want them to. Ever.
• You really want to learn how to use your camera but the instruction manual that came with it: a) scares you b) puts you to sleep c) reads like its in a foreign language or d) all of the above.

Would you love to:

• Shoot without using “auto” mode!!!
• Know how to perfectly expose your images.
• Rock composition and take your photos from snap-shots to works of art.

Let me help you!

I’ll be teaching a beginner’s photography class on April 6^th from 10:00 to 2:00

In this class you can expect to learn:

• The basic rules of good exposure and composition.
• Shooting in manual mode.
• 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:

• One-on-one feedback and instruction time so that your individual needs and questions will be addressed.
• Lots of practice time! 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.

Details:

• Class will be held at my Greenwood studio on April 6^th from 10:00 to 2:00.
• The cost of the four hour class is $250 (a $50 non-refundable deposit is required at registration)

Space is limited, so sign up today!  Shoot me an email (Sandra@sandracoan.com) or give me a call (206.841.2260)!

Please note, 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)

The Fourth of July is just around the corner.  I'm sure you are busy planning your family outings, BBQ's and fireworks.  Hopefully you are also planning to take lots of pictures of your kids enjoying this fun holiday.

That, my friend, is why I'm going to share my five favorite tips for photographing kids!

1.Don't ask them to say cheese.  Ever. Instead, try getting down to their level and acting silly. Sing songs, make funny noises, tell jokes, whatever it takes to get your kids to laugh at you.  Once they're laughing, then take your pictures.  You'll have more than one of a true, genuine smile.  I promise!

2. Be a spy!  Or a wild-life photographer!  Just sit back and quietly observe.  Photographing kids in their natural environment, while they are just doing their thing is the best way to get those lovely candids we all love.

3. Let them be themselves!  Let them wear crazy outfits!  Let them pose with their legos or stuffed animals!  Let them make silly faces!  In twenty years, every wacky photo you've ever taken will be family treasure.

4. Be fast!  You don’t have long before your child will tire of you and your camera.  Shoot fast and furious… you can always edit later!

5. Edit.  This is a hard one for parents.  But remember, just because your child is in a picture, doesn't mean it's a good picture.  Look for the best of the best.  The rest can go.  Your child will thank you later.

Want to know more?  Well stay tuned, I'll be sharing more tips and tricks all summer long!  And if you really want to learn how to get great photos of your kids, then sign up for my newsletter!  I'll be teaching my Photography 101 for parents again soon, as well as my iPhone class.  Being on the mailing list means that when I do, you'll be the first to know!

Happy Shooting!

Sandra

I taught my Photography 101 Workshop today.  It was so much fun!  What really made it great was our fabulous models!  Thanks kids!!