Claire Thomas Photography
Intro to Photography Workshop
January 25, 2026

Book now while spaces are available!

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I’ll be taking a maximum of 8 students to ensure there’s plenty of time for individual guidance, space to ask questions, and thoughtful feedback on your work.
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What we’ll cover:
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How to use a DSLR/mirrorless and shoot in manual mode
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Composition basics
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Lighting 101 (working with natural light)
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Portrait techniques for photographing people more confidently
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Simple file management
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Basic editing
What’s included:
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Coffee
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Lunch
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Two fun shooting exercises with feedback
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A relaxed, collaborative environment where you might even leave with a new photography friend
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A cheat sheet to take home about the most crucial points we cover in the workshop
Bring your own:
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DSLR Camera (if you don’t have one and need to borrow one, please ask before booking. Might be able to help 1-2 people with that)
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Charged camera battery
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Memory card with available space
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Notebook and pen or a laptop
Time: 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM
This workshop is about learning together, trying new things, and building your confidence with a camera. It will be a relaxed and low-pressure environment.
I’m really excited to meet you, shoot, and share our experiences and love for photography! :)
The exact address will be provided to ticket holders only.
If you have any questions, please reach out to me!
My email, Instagram, and Facebook are listed at the bottom of this page.

Overview
My name is Claire Thomas, and I'm a photographer who was born and raised in St. Marys. I'm passionate about people, community, and well... taking photos! I love connecting with others and sharing the skills I’ve learned over the past 10 years through professional work, my program at Langara College, and various publications.
I created this photography workshop as a warm, cozy, relaxed, and fun space to learn, connect, and keep your creative juices flowing.
This hands-on workshop is designed for beginner photographers who want to feel more confident using a DSLR/mirrorless and start creating images they’re proud of.