workshops & classes

Join these highly interactive and engaging workshops to take your photography skills to the next  level - whether you're just starting out or are a professional brushing up on new skills. Many workshops are available online. Personal training is also available - please contact us to discuss.     

meet your instructor: kay bermender

April 11, 2021 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Pop-Up Workshop: Introduction to Macro and Close Up Photography
FREE

Focus your lens on the small details of life and be prepared to look at the world around you in a whole new way! In this one-hour introductory class you will learn about macro and close up photography, exposure, techniques to use when photographing, and then you’ll apply this learning in an at-home macro photo session. You don’t need special cameras or lenses for this class, even cell phones will work great.
This class will occur via Facebook Live, and is open to the public.

Cabrillo College Extension Workshops

April 24-25, 2021 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Start Your Own Photography Business
$90

Are you ready to take the leap into starting your own photography business, but don’t know where to start? Or have you launched your photo business but want to take it to the next level? Join Kay Bermender, professional photographer and marketing professional, as she walks you through the steps to get up and running quickly - and successfully - with your photo business, and make successful critical decisions along the way. While much of the information is applicable to all photography businesses, examples will focus on portrait/wedding/events, commercial, and fine art businesses. You will learn the essentials needed to launch your successful photo business.

 

April 30-May 1, 2021 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Seeing the Light: Changing How You See and Make Photographs
$105

Are you looking to improve the quality of your photographs, and have consistent success when lighting your subjects? It all starts with seeing the light! Learn to see light in a whole new… well, light! We’ll explore the science and art of light, how you can control it to set the mood, and tell a story with your images.We’ll examine real-world scenarios that apply the theory. Whether using natural or artificial light sources, this class will give you the knowledge and confidence to change how you see and make photographs. Get ready to take your photography in a whole new direction and see light as you never have before!
This class does NOT require professional photography or lighting equipment! Demonstrations will use off-camera flash.

 

July 31, 2021 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Macro Photography: Finding the Beauty of Detail in the Natural World (Field Workshop)

Focus your lens on the small details of life and be prepared to look at the world around you in a whole new way! Enjoy a day outdoors at UCSC Arboretum where we will enjoy focusing our lenses on the details provided in the extensive gardens of rare plant collections. We will review the unique aspects of macro photography, lenses, lights and other tools, depth of field control and focus stacking as well as creative composition techniques.

Wear comfortable shoes for hiking, sunscreen, water, a sun hat is advisable. You don’t need special cameras or lenses for this class, even cell phones will work great.

 

August 1, 2021 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Writing to Feed the Inner Self: A Poetry Workshop

Explore the beauty and power of poetry in this highly interactive writing workshop. Whether you're an aspiring poet, or want the opportunity to share your writing with a group, this class will introduce you to poetry writing and give you the confidence and practical skills required to form healthy writing habits for a lifetime.
Beginning writers are welcome. Please have a notebook and pen on hand for class.

 

August 7-8, 2021 1 pm.m - 4:30 p.m
Seeing the Light: Changing How You See and Make Photographs

Are you looking to improve the quality of your photographs, and have consistent success when lighting your subjects? It all starts with seeing the light! Learn to see light in a whole new… well, light! We’ll explore the science and art of light, how you can control it to set the mood, and tell a story with your images. We’ll examine real-world scenarios that apply the theory. Whether using natural or artificial light sources, this class will give you the knowledge and confidence to change how you see and make photographs. Get ready to take your photography in a whole new direction and see light as you never have before!
This class does NOT require professional photography or lighting equipment! Demonstrations will use off-camera flash. For additional class information about what students need to have on hand for class, including a list of required tools, equipment, and supplies, please see the online class listing.