MACRO PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP

MACRO PHOTO WORKSHOP

limited to 8 | 

  • When: March 15th 2025 Saturday 8:00am – 12:00
  • where: memphis botanic garden
  • Register early and receive a 30% Discount
  • The “MACRO WORKSHOP” is a half day of photographing, learning and fun.
  • You will need a camera, macro lens, tripod, as you will be shooting in the field.
  • It is for the beginner to the intermediate photographer wanting to learn more about the macro / close-up world.

Covered in the Macro Workshop:

Cameras | Lenses | Tripods | Heads | Accessories

Controlling light with diffusers, reflectors, and lights/working with natural lighting.

Depth of Field

How to control depth of field with f/stops and special techniques.

Composition

Learn how to compose properly / finding character in nature / elements of design / textures / contrast / lines / light / visual weight / learning to work camera angles for blurred backgrounds / Two Subject Compositions / What not to do when composing.

Finding Good Subject Matter

Learn when, where, and how to fine good subjects throughout the four seasons.

Macro Lens

Required: For best results, we recommend a lens between 50-300mm. Using a zoom lens you can get distance from your subject. I sometimes combine that with an extension tube. Bring a macro lens also if you have it.

Tripod

Required: Stability is everything in Photography! Using a sturdy tripod will help improve your compositions and get sharper images. A tripod also helps you have both hands free to focus (pun intended!) on learning and getting “the shot”!

Shutter Release/Remote

Optional: A shutter release allows you to take a photo without touching the camera. This helps ensure a sharp photo and is very important for long exposures in dark areas, or at night. They are affordable and a great tool to have in your camera bag!

WHY ATTEND…

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MAKE NEW FRIENDS

testimonials

What participants are saying

Blair Ball workshops rate a 10+ and here is why. The class sizes are small allowing Blair to spend a lot of time teaching with each student.

Keeping the workshop small allows Blair to spend time answering questions, giving demonstrations and offering tips about cameras.

He is genuinely interested in seeing that we become better photographers and more confident with our cameras.

Todd S.

Student

Memphis Street Photography provided teaching at its best, a great learning experience with an expert in the field as your coach, great new friends and tremendous knowledge expansion.

What a great day! This was my third class under Blair Ball.  He makes it so easy to learn and guides you in the field to do your best photography.  I anxiously await another opportunity to learn from him! 

Scarlett C.

Student

I had the awesome opportunity to attend Blair Ball’s “Street Photography” class.   I found it informative and fun.

I highly recommend attending Blair Ball’s classes.  His instruction is easy to follow and you will walk away with much more than you came with!  I intend to take several more to sharpen my skills

Tammy A. 

Student

I can truthfully say I got my money’s worth out of Memphis Street Photography Workshop. I got out of my normal shooting zone. I got better shooting ideas by being with a group. I got expert instruction from someone who has “Been there and done that.” Got most wins for me in digital competition at Memphis Camera Club

 Barry B.

Student

When I signed up for your beginning digital camera workshop and then your Lightroom workshop, I had no idea what a journey I was beginning.

Thank you for sharing your knowledge, not only about photography but how to use my camera features and Lightroom more effectively.  This journey is fascinating.  Thank you!

 Linda C.

Student

Thank you for making this the BEST workshop I have ever attended. Your kindness, patience, and desire for us to learn are greatly appreciated. 

Terry D.

Student

Thank you for this wonderful experience! You always knew the perfect spot to take us. This will be a trip I will never forget.

Cindy R.

Student

What to Bring

  1. Your digital SLR camera.   If you have a favorite point-and-shoot or smartphone. 
  2. Lenses.   Try to cover a range from (50-300mm). 
  3. Extension Tubes. – Kenko has a set of different extension tubes.
  4. Tripod.   This is a necessity for Macro workshop. 
  5. Filters.   Although not necessary a Circular Polarizer could be helpful to cut down on glare or if it has rained.
  6. Extra batteries.   Bring at least 1 or 2 extra batteries. 
  7. Extra memory cards.   Will discuss the benefits of shooting in RAW format.
  8. Clothing & shoes.   Bring layers of clothing and comfortable walking shoes!
  9. Your sense of adventure!   We want to teach you what it is YOU want to learn, and have you come away with some great images. 
  10. Your Thinking Cap!   Show up ready, because you’re going to learn! 

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Register now to receive a 30% Discount 

Limited to group of 8 | 

Date:   Saturday, March 15th, 2025

Time: 8:00 – 12:00

Where: Memphis Botanical Garden

 750 Cherry Rd, Memphis, TN 38117

Investment: Early Registration Fee $109 + Eventbrite fee & Sales Tax

Seating limited, Register Early!

Bring your Camera! Be sure to familiarize yourself with your instruction manual.

Cancellation Policy

Blair Ball Photo Workshops limit class and workshop size. This allows us to provide our students with the best possible learning experience. We rely on your attendance to make important arrangements. This includes payments, room rentals, Eventbrite, PayPal & other arrangements.

Given our limited group size an empty seat on a workshop is a loss to us. This is our way protecting ourselves.

If you cancel within the following timeframes before event date.

  • 61+ – days before, full refund minus $50 administration fee or same $ credit to another workshop up to six months.
  • 31 – 60 days before, 50% refund.
  • <30 days before, no refund.

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INSTRUCTOR

Blair Evan Ball is a Memphis based Sports, Event, Portrait and Commercial Photographer

I’m honored to have photographed a Presidential Candidate, Tennessee Governor, Memphis Mayor, Shelby County Mayor, Amazon groundbreaking, Olympic Champion runners and 6 time Boston Marathon winner. 

I’m also honored to have photographed 150+ Marathons, Half-Marathons, Triathlons, & other running events. As well as numerous corporate events and portraits. 

Ph: 901-378-7450 | bballphoto@comcast.net

Honored to have my works published in:

  • Amazon
  • Aflac
  • CBS Sports
  • Church Health
  • Bass Pro Shops at Pyramid
  • The Commercial Appeal
  • Memphis Sports Magazine
  • Memphis Health & Fitness
  • Memphis Flyer
  • Memphis Business Journal
  • Greater Memphis Chamber
  • Memphis Magazine
  • The Travel Channel
  • The New York Post
  • The Guardian
  • Runners Journal
  • The Jewish Scene Magazine
  • Memphis Runners Magazine
  • American Drag Racing League Magazine
  • Memphis Motorsports Park
  • YMCA

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