Samy’s Camera 49th Anniversary Event – Santa Ana

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Samy’s Camera 49th Anniversary Event – Santa Ana

September 11 @ 10:00 am - September 13 @ 6:30 pm

| Free
Samy’s Camera is celebrating our 49th Anniversary three full days of activities including: Free Classes; Giveaways; Live Gear Demos; Sales & Specials and Brand Reps In-Store.

 

49CLASS DESCRIPTIONS

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.

 

Eric Bruehl and Karla Campos- “Mics, Cameras, Action: Setting Up a Professional Podcast Recording”

Description:   Designed for creators, production assistants, and aspiring podcasters, this workshop breaks down the core techniques needed to produce a polished and consistent podcast setup in virtually any space whether you are creating a video podcast, an audio-only show, or both. You will learn how to professionally set up a podcast production using Sony mirrorless cameras, proper lighting, and clean audio capture.  Topics covered are: recommended settings for multi-camera podcast recordings; framing and composition for two-person podcast layouts; simple lighting techniques to flatter hosts and guests (3-point lighting); microphone types, placement, and audio interfaces for clear dialogue capture; syncing audio and video for post-production ease; quick fixes for common issues like echo, cross-talk, and poor acoustics.  You will walk away with a practical, repeatable setup workflow to record high-quality podcast content that looks and sounds professional from the very first take.

 

Peter Lee – “Travel Photography”

Description: Do you love to travel and also love photography? Then this is the class for you. We’ll be going over the basics of scouting, planning ahead, what gear to bring and what to be looking for when you’re there. You’ll be learning how to think outside the box and really enhance your creativity on your trips both near and far!

 

Michael Dionne – “Beyond the Manual: Landscape Photography”

Description: Have you ever wondered how do you turn a scenic snapshot into a breath-taking Landscape photograph? Nikon’s Professional Services Rep, Michael Dionne will take a closer look at both the traditional and not so traditional gear and technique choices you should have in your camera bag. In short, this seminar will get you ready to make stunning photographs of your next great adventure!

Instructor Bio: Michael Dion is part of Nikon’s world renowned Professional Service Division. Michael first picked up a Nikon SLR in 2003 and discovered a lifelong passion for photography. Through his experiences studying photography in college, working in camera stores, and shooting professionally, Michael has become educated and experienced in photographing a wide variety of subjects. Since joining the Nikon team in 2018, Michael has enjoyed sharing his knowledge by teaching photo classes and working with photographers in camera stores and events across the country.

Jack Fusco – “Celestial Cinema”

DescriptionExplore 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”

DescriptionFrom 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 Southern California.

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.

 

Peter Lee – “EOS R System: Beyond The Basics”

Description: This is a look at the R System beyond the specs and common known features. Let’s dive into lesser known items that can make shooting with these incredible cameras even better.

 

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