Photography Workshop

Jiaren Cafe

Learn the basic functions and gain control over your camera!

<p>Designed for beginners, this hands-on photography workshop will help you move beyond auto mode and start creating photos that truly reflect your everyday life and creative vision.</p><p>Whether you're documenting daily moments, building a creative hobby, or just want better photos—this class gives you the foundation to do it confidently.</p><h2>✨ What You’ll Learn</h2><ul><li>How to use the <strong><strong>basic functions of your camera</strong></strong></li><li>The difference between <strong><strong>Auto vs. Program mode</strong></strong></li><li>How to use the <strong><strong>exposure triangle</strong></strong> (ISO, shutter speed, aperture)</li><li>How to maintain proper exposure in different settings</li><li>Fundamentals of <strong><strong>framing and composition</strong></strong></li><li>How to use the <strong><strong>rule of thirds</strong></strong> for more dynamic photos</li></ul><p><strong><strong>Each session focuses on one core concept</strong></strong>, so you can build your skills step by step and actually understand what you're doing.</p><h2>🗓️ Class Agenda (Session 1)</h2><p>Your first class will cover:</p><ul><li>Understanding your camera settings and capabilities</li><li>Introduction to <strong><strong>ISO, shutter speed, and aperture (f-stop)</strong></strong></li><li>How and when to adjust settings</li><li>Learning how to achieve proper exposure</li><li>Introduction to <strong><strong>composition using the rule of thirds</strong></strong></li><li>Practice session: photographing people, spaces, and objects</li></ul><h2>🎒 What to Bring</h2><ul><li>Camera (DSLR or Mirrorless)</li><li>Fully charged battery</li><li>Memory card</li><li>Lenses (if you have them)</li><li>Tripod (optional)</li><li>Camera manual (optional but helpful)</li></ul>

<h2>👩‍🏫 About the Instructor</h2><p>Photography and video editing have been a part of my life for over 10 years, and for the past 4 years, I’ve worked professionally in video editing.</p><p>I know how overwhelming photography can feel at first—so my goal is to make it approachable, hands-on, and easy to understand. The best way to learn is by doing, and this workshop is designed to give you that space to practice, experiment, and grow.</p><h2>📩 Contact</h2><ul><li>Instagram: @haysloal</li><li>LinkedIn: <a href="http://linkedin.com/in/hannah-ysabelle-alviso" title="http://linkedin.com/in/hannah-ysabelle-alviso" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">http://linkedin.com/in/hannah-ysabelle-alviso</a></li><li>Website: <a href="http://www.hannahysabelle.com" title="http://www.hannahysabelle.com" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">www.hannahysabelle.com</a></li></ul><h2><br></h2>

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