Nikon Close-Up Photography (Stage 1-2)
Image © John Clements
This informative workshop starts at an entry level, but progresses onto more advance capabilities. Designed to offer a balance of theoretical information, inspiring examples and practical shooting, for those interested in learning how to create high-quality close-up, macro and micro imagery.
Delegates can get to grips with the more specialist parts of the Nikon Imaging System in the minimum of time with fascinating but easy to follow guidance.
There will be a wide range of equipment for delegates to use, as the Nikon system is encompassing in its scope when it comes to the components within it for this kind of photography. This gives delegates a chance to have a go at using items they may be considering, without any obligation to buy. The day is designed as a nice mix of theory and easy to follow explanation, plus plenty of picture taking in a relaxed enjoyable atmosphere.
Some key areas covered:
What is close-Up, macro and micro photography?
Using your cameras most suitable features
Working with Micro-Nikkor lenses
Shooting with conventional lenses
Get the best from Extension Tubes, Teleconverters and Close-Up Attachment lenses
Natural lighting tips
Lighting with Nikon’s R1C1 Close-Up Speedlight Outfit
Lighting with SB-910, SB-910, SB-800, SB-700 and SB-600 Speedlights
Working with third party accessories such as reflectors
Getting the best exposure
Depth-Of-Field – making it work
Composition tips
Practical photography sessions
Post Capture skills
Getting the best from your shooting set-up
Image © John Clements
What Shall I Bring?
Delegates should bring a camera and also lenses and accessories of their own if they wish. Guidence too the possibilities and needs of that combination can then be given. Oh, and of course… plenty of storage card capacity, 2GB or greater recommended.. While there will be tripods available on the day, if you have your own that can be utalised so you may get an idea of how different arrangements balance when using your own set-up.
There may be some simple outdoor photography, so appropriate clothing should be considered.
Image © John Clements
What Will I get From The Day?
From the day not only will attendees get to use some of the most capable accessory equipment made for such kinds of photography, but time will be given to make sure they are getting the very best from their equipment choice. Delegates also leave with shots taken for future reference, plus supporting notes are supplied. Throughout the day delegates will be able to discuss their needs and techniques.
Upcoming dates & venues:
March 23rd 2012 @ Nikon UK LTD, Kingston-Upon-Thames.
John Clements Nikon Close-Up, Macro & Micro Photography Workshop
June 15th 2012 @ Nikon UK LTD Kingston-Upon-Thames
John Clements Nikon Close-Up, Macro & Micro Photography Workshop
Top Image: A Nikon D300 camera, fitted with a 105mm F/2.8G ED-AF-S VR Nikkor was used for this shot. Illumination was enhanced by an SB-900 Speedlight. D300 > Aperture Priority > TTL BL Flash > NEF File > Nikon Capture NX2.
