Westcott will be at Samy's in Los Angeles for a FREE hands-on model shoot and lecture on how easy it is to use flash in studio and outdoors! During this live event at Samy's Camera in Los Angeles, Westcott's Brandon Heiss will show how easy it can be to use portable flash both in the studio and outdoors. Lights can be amazing tools. Brandon will troubleshoot common issues many encounter when using speedlites and other lights, and how to correct…
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If you are new to Digital Photography this class is for you!Whether you have a DSLR or a point and shoot or a brand new camera this class is for you!This class will focus on how to use the basic camera controls you need to get the most from your camera. Flash, Adjusting Exposure, White Balance and more. We will look at the controls on your camera and identify what they do. We will also discuss how to get great…
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Enter the world of macro photography with instructor Art Ramirez as your guide. Learn how to capture the fantastic world of macro photography with Art Ramirez. This class will give you the opportunity to hone your closeup skills, both by demonstrating and hands on techniques. We will also address what equipment you may need to capture extreme detail in everything from flowers to insects to jewelry and how to be successful if you only have the basic equipment. Bring what…
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Packed with a single backpack, Joey will show how he adapts his gear whether it is a Bridal Editorial, Groom Portrait, or a Lifestyle CoupleLearn to light your subjects better on-the-spot, on location using portable flash units. Packed with a single backpack, Joey will show how he mobilizes and adapts his gear whether it is a Bridal Editorial, Groom Portrait, or a Lifestyle Couple.Event DetailsJoey’s photography requires him to adapt to any situation to meet a client’s demands. Sometimes he…
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This 2-part workshop includes a live lecture at Samy's Camera in Pasadena and a hands-on workshop in Downtown Los Angeles on June 18thShooting in changing light can be one of the most challenging things to master. During this course you’ll learn to capture images from golden hour to blue hour and then night. We will use the beautiful views in Downtown Los Angeles as our subject where we can practice long exposures and bracketing for more interesting and detailed images.…
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Join our seminar and all your questions about how to better use the speedlight will finally be answered!Most photographers own a speedlight and use it on-camera to capture events such as weddings or parties, as well as to light-up interiors at night. But many have been dissatisfied with the harshness and artificial quality of the light!Join our seminar to learn how to modify the light put out by the speedlight, and create beautiful light every time!We’ll start with all the…
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Samy's is pleased to host Canon representatives for this in-store event at Samy's Camera Pasadena. If you are interested in learning about the EOS C70, EOS R5C, EOS R5 and/or the EOR CF605 - come to Samy's Camera and get all of your questions answered.
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Samy's is pleased to welcome Profoto Rep Eric Replogle to our flagship store in Los Angeles on June 23rd from 11am to 4pmJoin Profoto Rep Eric Replogle at Samy’s Camera to try out the latest in Profoto equipment and talk about all things Profoto! Eric will have the most popular and exciting gear on hand for you to test drive in store. Please do not attend this event if you are experiencing any symptoms related to COVID-19 including fever of…
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If you have a big fancy camera or a Point and shoot, this may still be the class for you. Come & learn the amazing things about your camera.This class delves deeper into your camera. We will look at more of the advanced features that your camera has. You will learn about F-stops (also known as aperture) and just what they do? Shutter speeds and when we have to use them. Focusing systems, ISO, Metering and more! Equipment will also…
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Capture the Beauty of the Night Sky at Joshua Tree National Park with professional adventure photographer and Sony Ambassador Stan Moniz!This event will be held in Joshua Tree National Park, home to some of the darkest skies in Southern California.STAN WILL TEACH YOU THE FOLLOWING: All of the factors necessary to capture sharp stars including proper exposure times and image balance.Creative compositions with the Milky Way and surrounding landscape.The use of external lightning to enhance shadows and highlights to a…
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