Learn the Fundamentals of Flattering Flash Photography

Understanding both natural light and flash photography will make you a more versatile and confident photographer. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the fundamentals of using a single speedlight both on-camera and off-camera to create beautifully lit, professional-looking images.

This class focuses heavily on the core foundations of flash photography, helping you understand how your speedlight works and how to control light effectively. You’ll gain practical experience using flash to add depth, sharpness, and creative lighting to your photography.

What You’ll Learn

• Understanding ambient light and flash
• Speedlight functions and settings
• TTL / ETTL flash modes
• Manual flash mode
• Flash sync modes
• Directional lighting techniques
• Bounce and fill flash
• Creative lighting setups
• Using modifiers 

By the end of the workshop, you’ll understand the fundamentals of flash photography and know how to confidently use a single speedlight to create flattering, dynamic images.

What to Bring

• DSLR or mirrorless camera
• Speedlight / flash
• Note-taking supplies

LEVEL: Intermediate/Advanced
LENGTH: 5.5–6 hours
PREREQUISITE:Using Your Manual Mode recommended
COST: $251 + tax
REQUIREMENT:Bring your own DSLR or mirrorless camera and a flash/speedlight that can be mounted on or off camera

Using Your Flash 

Register in Edmonton

Class Location: 

Affordability Futures Think Tank & Cowork

1 - 10110 107 St, Edmonton

Register in Calgary

Class Location: 

Work Nicer Coworking | Rail Yards

1206 20 Ave SE, Calgary, AB.