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Lighting & Flash Classes

COVID-19 Health & safety  for indoor classes

We recommend that attendees wear masks in our classroom. If you don't have a high-quality mask (like N95 or KN95) we have them available for you here at Dan's. Just ask when you arrive for your class.

Intro to Flash with your Interchangeable-Lens Camera

Lots of us avoid using flash. Whether you’re unhappy with the harsh, unnatural look or you just find flash intimidating, we’ll help you learn how to get great pictures with an external flash, and how easy it is to get started.


You'll start by learning how to set the flash and camera options for general picture taking. Then go a bit beyond the full-auto settings to take a little more control, to get the image you want with professional-looking results. Finally, through live demonstrations, you’ll learn how to use different flash accessories to improve your pictures in a variety of situations. This class is great for anyone getting started with flash on their camera, regardless of brand or model.


Cost: $29.99

1½-hour classroom session

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Saturday, February 17
10:30am - 12:00pm
In-person class
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Getting Creative with Flash

Get out of "auto" mode and learn how using manual flash controls can give you more consistent results. Explore the creative options of taking the flash off-camera and see how it can enhance your photos. See how different flash settings and positioning can dramatically change your photos.  And we'll explore the creative effect of light modifiers to shape the light for great creative results.


  • Four fundamental qualities of light
  • Off-camera flash setup & use
  • Settings and adjustments for creative control
  • Types of modifiers (soft box, beauty dish, umbrella, etc) and how to pick the right one


Suggested Prerequisites: Understanding your Interchangeable Lens Camera:Part 2 and Intro to Flash with your Interchangeable Lens Camera or equivalent experience. You should have an understanding of photography fundamentals, including adjusting the shutter speed and aperture settings on your camera.


Cost: $29.99

1½-hour classroom session

How do I use a coupon or gift card?

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Creative Light & Portrait Workshop

In this four-hour hands-on portrait photography workshop for beginners, you'll learn the basics of using off-camera lighting to create stunning portraits. We'll cover the essential equipment, including umbrellas, softboxes, and beauty dishes, as well as other modifiers. You'll learn how to set up and use different lighting configurations, how to control shadows and highlights, and how to create a variety of moods and atmospheres. 


You'll also get the opportunity to practice your skills on both sides of the camera, photographing your fellow students in a controlled studio environment. By the end of the workshop, you'll have the confidence and skills to use lights and modifiers to take your portrait photography to the next level.


Suggested Prerequisites: Understanding your Interchangeable Lens Camera:Part 2 and Intro to Flash with your Interchangeable Lens Camera or equivalent experience. You should have an understanding of photography fundamentals, including adjusting the shutter speed and aperture settings on your camera.


Cost: $79.99

4-hour hands-on workshop session

How do I use a coupon or gift card?

No sessions currently scheduled. Sign up for our e-mail newsletter to learn about new classes as soon as they’re announced.

COVID-19 Safety for this workshop at Dan's

As it will not be possible to wear masks continuously for a portrait workshop, we are asking for all participants to be current with their COVID-19 vaccinations, including the updated bivalent booster effective against the omicron variant.

We take the health of our customers and staff seriously. To insure as many of our customers as possible are able to participate, Dan's has implemented health protocols to ensure workshops can be conducted as safely as possible.

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