Please RSVP for these classes at 801-233-9090

Canon DSLR walk through.

Join Canon technical Adam Paseman as he takes you through all the details of the new awesome canon DSLR cameras. Learn how to set up your camera to get the very best shots for sports, portraiture or landscape. Watch as Adam performs a lens micro adjustment for optimal image quality. Ask questions, watch and learn. If want to get the very best from your camera, you should attend this free class. Back to schedule

Photojournalism…. photography on the go.

George Frey is a master at meeting deadlines. George regularly shoots for Getty Images, Associated Press, Reuters, European Press Agency, Sports Illustrated, Time, Bloomberg and the N.Y. Times. Having covered 2 Olympics, George knows how to get the shot, process it, and get it published. If you have ever wondered how professional photojournalism is done, now is your chance to learn from a real pro. George has over 500,000 images in his catalog. This should be a great class. Back to schedule

Pocket Wizard & Remote Flash Photography

Unravel the mysteries of remote flash photography. Doug Pizac knows how to make remote flash photography work. Besides using multiple PocketWizards on a regular basis, his qualifications say it all. During college he interned for 4 years with National Geographic. The day after leaving college Doug became the team photographer for the California Angels. After shooting for 2 newspapers, Doug landed a 30-year career as a staff photographer for the Associated Press. While at AP Doug covered both Summer and Winter Olympics, Super Bowls and World Series. From Hollywood celebrities to presidential coverage, Doug has done it. He now freelances for major news agencies/newpapers/magazines, and teaches collage level photography classes. This will be a wonderful chance to learn from someone who has great real life experiences. Back to schedule

Understanding Filters…

A Class with Clarity!

Ryan Avery from Schneider Optics and B+W filters will shed some light on filters. Neutral density, graduated ND, special effect filters, polarizers, UV, sky, you name it. If it has to do with filters, this is your chance to learn. Why do some filters cost more money than other? Should I always have a UV filter on my lens? How does a polarizer work? What is a reverse density filter? How many stops is an ND400? If you have a filter question or concern this class will be great. Back to schedule

Portrait Lighting

Master Photographer, Randy Collier will share his talents and show you how great portraiture is done. He will discuss understanding how to find or create great lighting when taking portraits.  Topics include various tools for lighting, such as reflectors, light blockers, key lights, hair lights, rim lights, kickers and more. Questions about lens choice, and camera angle will be discussed.  Everyone wants to create beautiful portraits and this class is just what you need to get started. Back to schedule

Shooting HD Video With a DSLR

Shooting video with your DSLR in not only fun it’s becoming an ever increasing necessity. With today’s great lens selections and multifunctional camera bodies, professional video from your DSLR is affordable and achievable. Canon techincal rep, Adam Pasemen will guide you through how to get the best video using today’s cameras. It doesn’t matter what kind of camera you shoot, this class will be worthwhile. Come and learn why major motion pictures are now regularly using DSLR cameras to shoot video. Back to schedule

Shooting in Utah

Within in a couple of hours drive we have some of the most photographic and scenic landscapes in the world. People travel from all over to get a glimpse of what is virtually right in our back yard. Mylo Fowler was born on the Navajo Nation in Arizona. Staying in touch with his Native American heritage, Mylo has traveled throughout Utah and Arizona producing some stunning imagery. He has lugged his 4×5 camera all over the state in pursuit of Utah’s beauty. Mylo leads photo excursions and will be taking Pixels back to southern Utah for some great slot canyon photography. Mylo has shot for National Geographic, Outdoor Photography Magazine, Weekend Explorer, The Discovery Channel, Arizona Office of Tourism, Utah Office of Tourism and The Weather Channel. Join Mylo as he shares his photographs, his Native American culture and his passion for photography while learning to make world class images of Utah scenery. Back to schedule

Color Management

Making sense of it all

Ray Olson, the rep for X-Rite, will share his knowledge and skill to help you better understand the art and science of color management. From monitor calibration to printer profiling, Ray will demistify the necessary concepts so you can get the most out of your images. Terms like gamma, ICC profiles, color space, light temperature will all be discussed. If you looking to get consistant, reliable results with your images, then don’t miss this session. Back to schedule

Travel Photography Tips

This class will cover everything travel related – where to go, how to get there with your gear, what gear should I take, day trip equipment, how to approach a subject, airline regulations and more. Ray Taggart has lots of great travel advice. Ray’s photography has taken him to Mexico, Costa Rica, the Caribbean, 3 separate polar bears trips, Korea, Thailand, Nepal, 5 trips to Africa, 2 times to Turkey, 3 times to China, Italy, Ireland, Spain, England, and a few other places. Needless to say Ray has learned how to travel with photo gear, and what to do with it when you get there. This should be a lively class with plenty of interaction and great discussion. Back to schedule

Post Video Production

Have you ever tried to make a short video clip using today’s video editing software and found yourself asking questions about things you didn’t have a clue about? Well this is your chance to learn from a professional. Bryan Nielsen of Focusing Energy is going to be here to show you how it’s supposed to be done. Focusing Energy is a full service video production studio, creating commercials, videos, online media and documentaries for corporate clients. This will be a great chance to learn the fundamentals necessary for you to create great video. Questions like what is a codec, and which one should I use? Or what format should I use to render my video? Or what the heck is a key frame and more will be answered. If you’re interested in video — no matter what your level — you need to reserve a seat for this free class. Back to schedule

Capturing Emotion

Justin Hackworth is a nationally recognized photographer based in Utah, working throughout the United States for a variety of wedding, portrait, corporate and editorial clients. His photographs have shown in the Finch Lane Gallery, Art Access Gallery, the Central Utah Art Center, the Kimball Art Center, the Springville Art Museum, Brigham Young University, the Millennium Art Center, Photo District News, Photographer’s Forum, Irreantum, and American Photo. Justin’s images always have such a natural and relaxed feel.  Looking at his work, you have to wonder how he gets his clients to be so relaxed, as if he’s not even there.  Have you ever wanted to portray that look with your work, or be able to feel more relaxed when shooting?  Whether it is with a wedding couple, a family or just your children at home?  Sign up for Justin’s class to learn how to capture the emotion, feeling, love and sincerity in a photo. Back to schedule