Memphis Street Photography Workshop

Taking Your Creativity to the Next Level

MEMPHIs Street Photography Workshop

Taking Your Creativity to the Next Level

TBD -Email me thoughts-Other locations | small group of 8 | Register early and receive a 50% Discount
In this action packed day workshop, you will learn the fundamentals of street photography
how to create visually compelling images
how to conquer your fear of shooting street photography, as well as tips & tricks how to capture that decisive moment.
You’ll also learn editing tips and tricks in Lightroom.
The workshop is limited to an intimate class of 8 passionate individuals who want to take their street photography to new heights.

Workshop Syllabus

Here is a curriculum of what we will cover in the workshop:

1. How to conquer your fear of shooting street photography

2. The fundamentals of composition

3. How to master the light

4. The best technical settings to use on your camera

5. How to anticipate & capture “The Decisive Moment”

6. How to develop a keen eye when shooting on the streets

7. How to master editing & workflow in Lightroom

8. The fundamentals of critique & feedback in street photography

Workshop Overview

The workshop will be broken up into two parts. Morning we will be on the streets of Memphis photographing. In the afternoon we will be working on images, small part lecture based.

The workshop will consist of presentations with insightful tips and techniques to help you better learn how to shoot captivating street photographs.

During the workshop you will be able to showcase your street photography, and get helpful comments and critiques from me and your fellow street photographers.

The workshop will also give you the opportunity to meet other supportive and passionate street photographers that will help you in your own photography journey.

Sample Itinerary

Saturday Morning

We will meet at the Arcade Restaurant 540 S. Main Street at 7:45 am. We’ll have a brief meeting to discuss the agenda… meet one another and set expectations.
We will walk to some specific locations to photograph.
We will spend time exploring and look for that decisive moment.

Saturday Afternoon

We will meet back at Collierville Chamber of Commerce 485 Halle Park Dr. Collierville, TN 38017. Start at 1:30
There I’ll go over Adobe Lightroom Classic editing, how to manage & organize photos. Tips on Editing your photos.
There we will edit images from the morning workshop.
You will pick you best three photos.
Then each participant will present their photo to the group.
Each photo will be critiqued by the group.
The group will then choose the winning photograph.
Prizes will be awarded to the top three winning photographs.

*For those new to Adobe Lightroom Classic. Please download a trial to your laptop prior to workshop. There are numerous YouTube videos to watch.

As noted above, we will do some walking on this workshop. Walking will typically be easy, bring a good pair of walking shoes and something to drink. Every participant must complete and sign a standard liability waiver and medical form before participating in this workshop.

Getting There

Map to downtown Arcade Restaurant – 540 S Main St. Memphis, TN 38103

Map to Collierville Chamber of Commerce – 485 Halle Park Drive, Collierville, TN 38017

What’s Included

– Photography instruction

– Location guiding

– Inspiration

– Post processing tips

– Honest critiques

– Fun

– Water and Snacks

– Lightroom workflow and editing techniques

What’s Not Included

– Meals

– Transportation

Recommended Equipment

– Any kind of camera, point and shoot, smartphone, Digital SLR, film camera.

– Wide angle (17-35) 50mm prime lens and if you want to bring a zoom that’s fine.

– Compact Flash or SD Cards (Bring Extras)

– Extra Batteries

– Sunscreen

– Rain gear

– Bug repellent

– Pack to carry photo and personal gear

– Water bottle

– Good pair of walking shoes

– Clothing for current weather

* Be sure to familiarize yourself with your camera, it’s settings and manual before arriving.

WHY ATTEND…

N

HANDS ON LEARNING

N

IMPROVE SKILLS

N

HAVE SOME FUN

N

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

Early Bird Registration 50% Discount

Day(s)

:

Hour(s)

:

Minute(s)

:

Second(s)

Workshop Schedule (7:45am – 5:00pm)

Photographing | 8-12

1:30-5 at Collierville Chamber

Where: Memphis | Arcade Restaurant

Downtown at 7:45 am and then Collierville

Chamber of Commerce

When: TBD – Email me thoughts and other locations

Tuition : $305

Introductory Special $159 + Eventbrite fee & Sales Tax

Workshop Cap: An intimate class of 8 participants |

SECURE YOUR SPOT NOW!

Register Now

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.

OTHER WORKSHOPS:

Click on each for more information

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

Welcome to the Story Teller