Photosprouts Photography Workshops

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Landscape Photography Workshop

Long Exposure & Sunset

ND & GND Filters Provided

You might also want to sign up for the same day, Night Photography Workshop

Highlights

Location: Fort Point

Learn to take awesome shots of the Golden Gate Bridge using long exposures techniques

ND & GND filters provided for everyone

Filter holders provided upon request

Free parking lot with plenty of spots at the meeting point

No hiking is required, all on flat surface

After the workshop, you will receive a free video clip showing you how to edit the photos in Lightroom and Photoshop using advanced techniques

This class is for adults only (18+)

Class Dates

Quick Facts

Workshop date & time

March 28th 2021

4:50-7:50pm

Location

Fort Point

GND and ND filters provided

Filter holders provided upon request

(please state your lens type upon checkout)

Photo editing

Free video tutorial after the class

Small class size

Max. 5

Pricing

$280/person

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FAQ

What is the prerequisite?

The Beginner & Intermediate I or II Photography Workshops OR ability to use the manual mode of your camera: Attendees are required to adjust the exposure in the manual mode VERY proficiently.
I would like to learn the basics of using filters, what should I do?

The Intermdiate II Workshop is perfect for you to learn the basics in Long Exposure! We will show you how to use ND and GND filters for creating long exposure photos, accessories are provided during the class.
What are the ND and GND Filters Provided?
During the workshop, each attendee is provided with:
- One 6-stop ND filter (100mm x 100mm)
- Four GND filters (100mm x 150mm) of 1, 2, 3 and 4 stops
What lenses should I bring for this workshop?

Both wide angle and telephoto lenses are recommended.

Recommended range of focal lengths:
Wide: 16mm-35mm
Telephoto: 200mm-300mm
What is the list of equipment needed for long exposure photography?
- camera & lenses (not provided)
- tripod (not provided)
- shutter release cable (optional, not provided)
- 6-Stop ND filter (provided)
- multiple GND filters (provided)
- filter holder (provided upon request)
Do I need to bring my own camera?

Yes. Attendees will need to bring their own cameras. You have to know how to set your camera on self-timer.
Do I need to bring a tripod?

Yes, a sturdy tripod is required for long exposure photography.
Do I need a shutter release cable?

The exposure time in this class is mostly 30 seconds.

Shutter release cables are optional as long as you can start your camera on a self timer.

The self timer of any camera can be set in the "Drive Mode".

However, it doesn't hurt to bring a shutter release cable if you already have one. Having a shutter release cable allows you to shoot on the Bulb Mode and control the exposure time manually to shoot beyond 30 seconds.
Are the hiking trails easy?

Both locations are flat grounds, no hiking is required
How do I edit the photos?

We will send you a video clip after the workshop to show you how to edit the photos in Lightroom and Photoshop.
Any other reminders?

Please pack light and dress warmly.
What happens if it rains?

If the weather report suggested that there would be rain 3 hours before the workshop, then it will be postponed.

ITINERARY for March 28th 2021 (Sunday)

The Long Exposure Landscape Workshop

4:45pm-7:50pm: Long Exposure & Sunset photography at Fort Point (Golden Gate Bridge view)

The San Francisco Night Photography Workshop

8:30pm-9:30pm The Palace of Fine Art

9:45pm-10:45pm Lombard Street

11:00pm-11:45pm Pier 14 (Bay Bridge View)

Enjoy The Nature Through Photography

Photo by Christina (using the ND & GND filters provided during class)
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How to use ND and GND filters properly?

Long exposure with ND & GND filters (why do you need both?)

Depending on the type of subject, your exposure time can be different. Find out the most ideal exposure time for ocean, waves and clouds.

Fast vs Slow Shutter Speed

High Quality GND & ND Filters Provided

1) GND & ND Filters are provided during class:

ND: 6 stops, 100mm x 100mm
GND: 1, 2, 3, and 4 stops Soft Grad, 100mm x 150mm
Suitable all types of digital cameras except Micro 4/3 and point & shoot cameras.

2) Filter holders are provided upon request:

Please sign up at least two weeks in advance so that we can get you covered.
Please indicate your lens upon checkout, we are able to provide filter holders for common lens sizes.
First come first served.

3) Important, please read:

We are able to provide filter holders for common lens diameters: 58mm, 67mm, 72mm and 77mm. Examples:

58mm: Canon 18-55mm F3.5-5.6
67mm: Canon 18-135mm F3.5-5.6, Canon 10-18mm F4-5.6, Tamron 17-28mm F2.8
72mm: Nikon 16-80mm F2.8-4, Canon 20mm F2.8
77mm: Canon/ Nikon 16-35mm F4
We do not have filter holders for micro 4/3 lenses. If you are a micro 4/3 user, please purchase NiSi's M75 filter holders AND filters.

To find out the diameter of your lens, Google "Your_lens filter size"

E.g "Canon 16-35mm F4 filter size"

Learn to Edit Your Photos After the Workshop

A free video clip will be delivered to your registered email to show you how to edit the photos using advanced Lightroom and Photoshop skills.

Photo Composition in Fort Point Historical Site

Fort Point Historical Site is THE BEST place for one to practice photo composition.

Before shooting long exposure photos, we will spend 45 minutes at Fort Point Historical Site to show you all the photo compositional tricks that can be applied in any type of photography: Foreground, leading lines, repeated patterns, light contrast and more.