Playing with Light
Saturday 27 June
Crest St, Rock Hill - 4pm - 2 Hours
Jordan Ellis
This meetup will focus on the process of playing with the use of light natural and artificial along with additional accessories needed or suggested for light. This workshop will be open to photographers of all levels however it will provide value to entry-level photographers the most as it will focus on the process of light painting along with additional accessories needed or suggested. We'll start out with a simple light source and then we'll slowly move up to multiple sources along with exposing your subject
Composition in Photography
Saturday 18 July
Huntersville / Sample Rd area - 3pm - 2.0 Hours
Jordan Ellis
Composition in Photography is how a photographer arranges visual elements within the frame.
In this course, we will discuss five, seven, and even ten, rules that will enhance your photography.
1) Rule of thirds
2) Shapes
3) Negative Space- Positive
4) Line
5) Symmetry and patterns
6) Points
7) Color
8) Tone
9) Distance
10) Balance
As a photographer, beginner, intermediate, or professional. Please join me so we can with together to improve your ability to see the scene you wish to photograph.
Natural Light Portraits
Saturday 01 August
Crest St, Rock Hill - 3pm - 2.0 Hours
Jordan Ellis
This meet-up will explore how we can take beautiful portraits using natural light and backgrounds. We will explore how to recognise flattering light and how to manipulate it whilst shooting in a less controlled environment than a studio. We will explore how we can work collaboratively with our subject to achieve a portrait that captures their personality and style. We will also look at posing and setting your subject at ease. Technical learning points will include accurate focusing and metering for skin tones.
Posing for Models/Subjects
Saturday 15 August
Huntersville / Sample Rd area - 4pm - 2.0 Hours
Jordan Ellis
The best ways for posing subjects that can help your image stand out more. Paying attention to small details that can benefit.
Shooting in Manual Mode Class
Saturday 05 September
Elmstone Dr, Charlotte, NC 28277 - 10am - 3.0 Hours
Jordan Ellis
This is for anyone looking to switch their camera mode from Auto to Manual and learn how to shoot using the Manual Mode. The goal is to help everyone become more confident when using their camera settings. We will touch on essential camera functions and the exposure triangle: Shutter Speed, Aperture, and ISO.
Basics of Cinematography
Saturday 19 September
Huntersville / Sample Rd area - 4pm - 2.0 Hours
Jordan Ellis
Learn the basics of cinematography including camera movement, composition for video, and storytelling techniques. Suitable for beginners.
Watercolour for Beginners - Freedom Park
Saturday 13 June
East Boulevard - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Julia Winfield
Join us for a relaxed outdoor watercolour session perfect for beginners. Learn essential techniques including wet on dry, wet on wet, and glazing while enjoying the beautiful Freedom Park surroundings. All skill levels welcome. Participants should bring their own watercolour supplies, a board or hard surface to tape paper to, and any portable easel or table setup they prefer.
Floral Watercolour Painting
Saturday 20 June
East Boulevard, Charlotte, - 9:30am - 2.0 Hours
Yamuna
Explore the beauty of flowers through expressive watercolor techniques in this relaxed, beginner-friendly class. This session focuses on capturing the form, color, and delicacy of floral subjects while building confidence in handling watercolor materials.
This class offers a supportive environment to develop foundational watercolor skills while creating your own floral-inspired artwork.
Participants bring their own materials.
Watercolour for Beginners - Freedom Park
Saturday 27 June
East Boulevard - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Julia Winfield
Join us for a relaxed outdoor watercolour session perfect for beginners. Learn essential techniques including wet on dry, wet on wet, and glazing while enjoying the beautiful Freedom Park surroundings. All skill levels welcome. Participants should bring their own watercolour supplies, a board or hard surface to tape paper to, and any portable easel or table setup they prefer.
Beginners Watercolor
Saturday 04 July
East Boulevard, Charlotte - 9:30am - 2.0 Hours
Yamuna
Join us for a beginner-friendly watercolor meetup. We'll explore essential watercolor techniques including brush control, color mixing, and simple washes. Suitable for complete beginners. Participants bring their own materials.
Watercolor Florals
Saturday 18 July
East Boulevard, Charlotte - 9:30am - 2.0 Hours
Yamuna
Join us for a relaxing watercolor session focused on painting beautiful florals. We will explore techniques for capturing petals, leaves, and botanical details in watercolor. Suitable for all skill levels. Participants bring their own materials.
Watercolor and Pen
Saturday 08 August
East Boulevard, Charlotte - 9:30am - 2.0 Hours
Yamuna
Join us for a creative watercolor and pen meetup where we'll combine ink drawing with watercolor painting. We'll explore techniques for sketching with pen and adding watercolor washes for depth and atmosphere. Suitable for all skill levels. Participants bring their own materials.
Watercolour Techniques Workshop
Saturday 29 August
East Boulevard, Charlotte - 9:30am - 2.0 Hours
Yamuna
Join us for a hands-on watercolour techniques workshop. We'll explore wet-on-wet, dry brush, and layering techniques through guided exercises. Suitable for all skill levels. Participants bring their own materials.
Urban Sketching
Saturday 12 September
East Boulevard, Charlotte - 9:30am - 2.0 Hours
Yamuna
Join us for an urban sketching meetup where we'll explore drawing and painting cityscapes and street scenes. We'll focus on quick sketching techniques and adding watercolor washes. Suitable for all skill levels. Participants bring their own materials.
Beginner's Faceless Watercolor portrait Class
Saturday 10 October
East Boulevard, Charlotte - 9:30am - 2 Hours
Yamuna
Join us for a beginner-friendly watercolour class. We'll explore essential watercolour techniques including brush control, colour mixing, and simple washes in a relaxed setting. Suitable for complete beginners. Participants bring their own materials.
