Group Classes and Private One-on-One Classes

3-HOUR CRASH COURSE

3-Hour Crash Course – 4 Steps to Better Photography

Periodically, we offer the three-hour crash course.
Call to find out the latest schedule!   
Location: Phil Cantor Photography, Verona, New Jersey
$189
10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Are you looking to finally learn how to use that new camera?
Everyone is taking pictures these days, right? Mostly on cell phones, but many people are using the latest “point and shoot” pocket sized camera, or a Mirrorless or DSLR (digital single lens reflex). Everyone is enjoying photography in some way, shape, or form, and many are trying to figure out how to take their photography to the next level. Are you ready to take your camera off AUTOMATIC?

Phil Cantor has been a photographer for over 35 years in both New York and New Jersey. He has had studios in the Chelsea Market in NYC and, now, in Verona. He has photographed for Fortune 500 companies, magazines, as well as many local families and business leaders. His style is to combine innovative lighting with artful posing to create images that capture beauty as well as personality.  To learn more about Phil Cantor, his awards, and his years of professional photography experience, check out his full bio page!    You can also see more of his work in the Galleries Section of this site.

Phil Cantor’s Photo Workshops were created with one goal in mind- to give emerging photographers the basic knowledge to take over control of their own cameras.

During this 3-hour “Crash Course” workshop, Phil Cantor will guide you through his 4-step method of understanding and executing the art of photography. The class is designed for photography beginners and enthusiasts eager to learn the basics of digital photography – from the technical aspects to artistic details. With a small class size, you’re guaranteed plenty of personalized Q&A and one-on-one time!

The class is held in Phil’s state-of-the-art photography studio in Verona, where you’ll get to see the latest in equipment and lighting technology.

The topics covered in this fast-paced class:

Step One: Basic Camera Functions
Learn and finally understand your camera! Whether you have a point & shoot or a top of the line professional DSLR, Phil will guide you through your cameras functions and help you get the most out of your equipment!

Step Two: Understanding the Technical Stuff
Become familiar with your camera’s buttons and settings AND actually learn how to use them! Phil will cover:

  • F Stops
  • Shutter Speed
  • Depth-of-Field for creative control
  • Freezing action vs movement blur

Step Three: Taking your camera OFF Automatic

  • Dealing with difficult lighting situations
  • Exposure Compensation
  • White Balance
  • ISO (Light Sensitivity)

Step Four: Composing Images

Also known as the “artsy stuff”, Phil will teach you to compose better images by utilizing techniques such as:

  • Converging Lines
  • Symmetrical and Asymmetrical composition
  • Leading Lines
  • Creating a Center of Interest
  • The Rule of 3rds

Bottom-line, no matter what your skill level is or the type of camera you own, Phil Cantor will give you some of the best information regarding photography you will ever receive. You’ll leave the classroom knowing how to operate your camera and the inspiration to put that knowledge into practice! Join Phil for his 4 Steps to Better Photography 3 Hour Crash Course!

Learn more…or register today!

For More Information, 973-783-1065 or info@philcantor.com

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PHOTO FIELD TRIP
LEARN THE ART OF PHOTOGRAPHING PEOPLE & ACTION
$389
Join me for an exciting field trip workshop where high-beginner & intermediate photographers will capture the thrill and history of an American Revolutionary War reenactment. Hundreds of participants and plenty of action and faces to inspire your best shots!

 

ON LOCATION
-Small class size
-One-on-one instruction
-Three Part Class

PART 1, Equipment & Prep
A one-on-one phone interview about photographic experience, camera handling, exposure, focusing and camera menus.
30 minutes.  To be arranged prior to Field Trip.

PART 2, On Location
A 5-hour excursion to photograph American Revolutionary War reenactors out of doors on an actual historic battlefield. There will be plenty of action: mock skirmishes with marching and cannons, military camp activities such as cooking and setting up tents while participants stay in-character. Learn how to take exciting action photographs and revealing portrait photography. Pick up strategies on how to approach, engage, and photograph subjects up close so that you can apply these techniques to other kinds of projects.  Lots of help, guidance and ideas provided.
5 hours including travel time. In central New Jersey. Includes box lunch.

PART 3, Review Session
A few days after the Field Trip, return to the studio to learn best practices for downloading, organizing and choosing your photographs. Then we will review your images with an eye to making them even better.
90 minutes. In Verona studio.

Phil Cantor Photography, Verona, New Jersey

Learn more…or register today!

For More Information & to sign up: 973-783-1065 or info@philcantor.com

BTS Rev War Reenactment