Samy’s Camera is celebrating our 49th Anniversary with discounts, free classes, giveaways, Brand Reps In-Store and more!
All lecture classes are free but registration is required to attend all classes. Fujifilm Photowalk featuring the FUJIFILM X half™ is $25, all registered attendees will receive a Samy’s Camera gift card for $25.
CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
Jack Fusco – “Celestial Cinema”
Description: Explore the art of capturing live video under the night sky. This talk will cover the unique character of night sky videography with a deeper look into the limitations and considerations for this challenging technique. The discussion will highlight the importance of selecting appropriate locations and gear while emphasizing the critical role of timing.
Jack Fusco – “SoCal Under the Stars: Exploring Dark Skies Within a Day’s Drive”
Description: From epic Milky Way shots to stunning star trails, this talk is all about capturing the night sky close to home. Learn how and where to find dark skies, and learn all the essentials for capturing great photos of the stars. Join Jack Fusco as he shares his experience capturing dark skies in locations within driving distance of Los Angeles.
Instructor Bio: Jack Fusco is a professional landscape astrophotographer/time-lapser. What began as a way purely to document his travels as a touring musician, photography has become his main form of creative expression. His work has been featured by National Geographic, TEDx, LA Times, NASA APOD, BBC, Forbes and more.
Jeff Leimbach – “What to Shoot When There is Nothing to Shoot”
This class is full of shooting ideas designed to get photographers out of a creative rut and back to shooting! There will be discussion about self-assignments, places too shoot, shooting on spec, and more.
Instructor Bio: Jeff Leimbach is a professional photographer, graphic designer, Canon Product Educator, and KelbyOne Instructor. As an architectural photographer, Jeff photographs 15-20 buildings and spaces annually throughout the US. He has moderated for Photoshop World, the Photoshop Seminar Tour for KelbyOne, and the Canon in Action Tour for Canon Live Learning. Other workshop experience includes being a staff instructor for Moose Peterson’s Digital Landscape Workshops and owner of The Digital Photo Workshops.
Will Cadena – “Versatility Is the New Niche: How to Turn One Client into a Career”
Description: Learn how to turn one client into repeat business across weddings, portraits, branding, and corporate work — by building real relationships and delivering consistent results. I’ll share my proven strategies for client retention, plus tips and tricks using cameras, flashes, and modifiers to stay creative and efficient in any setting. This is where business meets technical skill — and where versatility becomes your biggest asset. This class will be part lecture and part live-photo demonstration!
Instructor Bio: Will Cadena is an experienced photographer known for his ability to blend modern, edgy looks with traditional photography. He has a unique talent for capturing the perfect moment without relying on extensive retouching, creating a sleek and polished final product. A dedicated member of the PPA (Portrait Photographers International) and WPPI (Wedding and Portrait Photographers International), Will has led a variety of photoshoots, including national and international clothing campaigns, portraits, headshots, and public and private events. He is passionate about sharing his expertise and has been a featured speaker at events like Photo Plus NY and the Fundy Inspiration Workshop, where he has inspired photographers at Disney World. Will is also a Speaker & International Judge at WPPI and has spoken on behalf of companies at the Canon Experience Center. Will regularly represents and collaborates with major brands, including FJ Westcott, Canon USA, Wacom, and more.
Ross Joseph – “Level Up Your Print Game with Canon”
Description: Did you know that printing your own images is fun, easy, and inexpensive? Which printer should you use? What about paper? And what about those settings? Gain some insight on why you should print your own images.
Ritchie Roesch of Fuji X Weekly on a FUN filled Photowalk featuring Fujifilm’s newest camera, the FUJIFILM X half™!
Description: This walk will be filled with a fun, film-camera-like experience that will elevate your content game and give you exciting new ways to express your creativity. Dive into FUJIFILM’s rich heritage with legacy-inspired Film Simulation modes and filters. 39 unique options are available, all delivering great results straight out of camera. Spaces are limited, so register today! Registration is $25 per person; however, each registrant will receive a $25 Gift Card to Samy’s Camera. Loaner camera available for each attendee. Attendees will need to provide their own SD cards.
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