Current Workshops

PHOTOSHOP: TECHNIQUE AND PRACTICE

THREE-DAY, HANDS-ON WORKSHOP WITH CATHY SIMONE

Saturdays, May 31, June 7 and 21 | 1 to 4 p.m.

This three-day workshop showcases Photoshop as a creative engine, while exploring the fantastic possibilities of digital imaging.

A comprehensive, 9-hours of learning will introduce you to everything Photoshop - and the endless possibilities of digital imaging and processes.

Each session will involve three hours of instruction and hands-on learning, after which students will have the opportunity to ask questions specific to their individual images, and receive one-on-one personal creative direction and digital imaging consultation.

Price: $299 + gst

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GETTING DIRTY - ON THE ROAD WITH MIKE DREW

June 13 to 15, 2025

This three-day workshop is for landscape and wildlife photographers who seek a guided adventure along the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains. Mike Drew, one of Calgary's most beloved photographers, will lead the workshop along the stunning Sibbald Creek Trail.

The weekend kicks off Friday evening at Studio1130 with a meet-and-greet social evening and some great conversation. Refreshments and light snacks will be provided. As well, everyone will receive an autographed copy of Mike's photography book: ‘On the Road with Mike Drew,’ courtesy of The Camera Store.

Most of you are likely familiar with Mike’s long-time photo documentary column in the Calgary Sun and Calgary Herald newspapers. This is your chance to go on the road with Mike and learn about how he finds and creates his stunning imagery.

Saturday will start in the studio classroom before we head out for an afternoon and early evening of shooting with Mike. Sunday we will be back in the studio (bring your laptop - Photoshop software required) where you will learn from Mike how to take the images you captured and make them absolutely POP. The weekend will wrap up with a critique and draw for an autographed Mike Drew print!

Spaces are limited: 10 participants + 2 student scholarships

Friday: Meet and Greet | 7 to 9 p.m.

Saturday: Lecture and shoot | 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Sunday: Lecture, shoot and edit | 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.(ish)

Please note: Participants will need to have the use of a vehicle for this workshop.

Cost: $349+gst

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INTRODUCTION TO LIGHTROOM

FOUR ONLINE SESSIONS WITH JIM SLOBODIAN

July 3, 8, 10, & 15 | 6 to 9 p.m.

What do you do if you have thousands of images and are unsure how to organize and edit them? Learn Lightroom, of course! Concentrating on the Library and Develop sections, this course will help you understand:

What Lightroom is and what you can do with it
How to create your own searchable photo database
What editing tools to use
When and how to be a ruthless editor with your images

What you will need:

Lightroom Classic, installed and ready to go
Maximum of 20 images to import for the first session
Stable internet connection
Desire to learn about Lightroom

Objectives:

Use and understand the different import modes with Lightroom
Gain working knowledge of various sorting, marking, and keywording techniques
Discover simple editing methods and tools in the Develop module
Understand the basics of colour calibration and how this can affect editing
How to export photos for different uses

Cost: $299 +gst

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INTRODUCTION TO LIGHTROOM

FOUR ONLINE SESSIONS WITH JIM SLOBODIAN

Oct. 21, 23, 28, & 30

What do you do if you have thousands of images and are unsure how to organize and edit them? Learn Lightroom, of course! Concentrating on the Library and Develop sections, this course will help you understand:

What Lightroom is and what you can do with it
How to create your own searchable photo database
What editing tools to use
When and how to be a ruthless editor with your images

What you will need:

Lightroom Classic, installed and ready to go
Maximum of 20 images to import for the first session
Stable internet connection
Desire to learn about Lightroom

Objectives:

Use and understand the different import modes with Lightroom
Gain working knowledge of various sorting, marking, and keywording techniques
Discover simple editing methods and tools in the Develop module
Understand the basics of colour calibration and how this can affect editing
How to export photos for different uses

Cost: $299 +gst

THIS CREATIVE LIFE - HONING YOUR PERSONAL VISION AND ARTISTIC PRACTICE

Date to be announced.

This transformative four-day workshop is led by esteemed National Geographic Explorer, photographer and filmmaker Jon Lowenstein.

This hands-on workshop is designed to guide participants through contemporary documentary photography, from linear storytelling to conceptual approaches, enabling them to confront pressing issues with their unique artistic vision.

Attendees will shoot with Lowenstein in the field while also receiving personalized critiques to refine their own vision.

Spaces are limited: 10 participants + 1 student scholarship

Wednesday: Meet and Greet | 7 to 9 p.m.

Thursday to Saturday: Lecture and shoot | 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sunday: Editing & project presentation | 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Wrap party | 5 to 7 p.m. (ish)

Cost: $1,499+gst