Photography Course 103: Shutter Speed & Motion
Unlock your creativity by playing with motion
Photo course highlights:
- Learn how shutter speed affects exposure.
- Use shutter priority (S or Tv) exposure mode effectively.
- Freeze the motion of moving subjects with precision.
- Create stunning motion-blurred streaks.
- Choose the correct shutter speed for any situation.
- Troubleshoot and prevent camera shake for sharper images.
- Understand the interaction of shutter speed and flash photography.
- Apply the panning effect to convey speed with slow shutters.
Uncover the creative power of your camera’s shutter speed to capture stunning motion. This course teaches you how to portray subjects in motion, whether you’re photographing children, pets, or scenic vistas. You’ll learn to select the right shutter speed for any situation and troubleshoot motion blur caused by camera shake. In the practical session, we’ll apply these concepts to real-world photography. Bring a tripod for the best results.
Revamp How You Think About Photography
Important Details
- All cameras with manual mode.
- All brands of digital cameras.
- Unsure? Contact me to check your camera’s suitability.
- Camera and several lenses (if available)
- Fully charged battery
- Emptied memory card
- Camera manual
- Notebook and pen
There are two locations depending on the time of year and weather.
April 1 – October 31: In front of The Royal Conservatory of Music:
November 1 – March 31: The Allen Lambert Galleria inside Brookfield Place, just by the RBC Dominion Securities facade:
My complete cancellation and refund policy is found in the Terms of Sale. The following summary is for your convenience:
- All sales are final, and no refunds are given if you cancel.
- If unexpected issues occur, you can reschedule up to 24 hours before your group photography workshop is scheduled to start.
This outdoor photography workshop requires weather-appropriate clothing to stay comfortable and protect your gear, especially on wet days.
My photography courses are held outdoors and involve walking. Some locations may not be fully accessible. In case of bad weather, I’ll notify you of any changes to the meeting location.
I highly recommend attending courses 101 to 105 in their numerical order. Taking the lessons out of order is discouraged because each builds upon the concepts presented in previous lessons.