PHOTOGRAPHY 101 – Master your Camera Settings

Sat, 20 Jun, 2026 at 10:00 am UTC-07:00

1930 E. 3rd Street #15 , Tempe, AZ, United States, Arizona 85288 | Tempe

Matte Black Camera Rentals
Publisher/HostMatte Black Camera Rentals
PHOTOGRAPHY 101 \u2013 Master your Camera Settings
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PHOTOGRAPHY 101 – MASTER YOUR CAMERA SETTINGS
Many people buy a camera and leave it in Auto because the controls feel confusing.
ISO, shutter speed, aperture… the buttons are there, but it’s hard to know what they actually do or how they work together.
This class is designed to change that.
In this beginner-friendly workshop, you’ll learn how your camera works and how to take control of it. We’ll walk through the essential photography settings step by step so you can stop guessing and start making intentional photos.
This is a welcoming, low-pressure class designed for complete beginners.
WHO THIS IS FOR
People who just bought a camera and want to learn how to use it
Anyone who currently shoots in Auto mode
Beginners who want to understand how their camera really works
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
ISO and how your camera handles light
Shutter speed and how it affects motion
Aperture and how to control depth of field
How these settings work together for proper exposure
How to find and adjust these settings on your specific camera
WHAT YOU’LL BE ABLE TO DO
By the end of class you will be able to:
Confidently take your camera off Auto mode
Adjust ISO, shutter speed, and aperture yourself
Understand how the exposure triangle works
Navigate the buttons and controls on your camera
Capture properly exposed photos using manual settings
HOW THE CLASS WORKS
This is a hands-on learning experience.
Students will follow along with their own camera while we explore each setting step by step. You’ll practice adjusting your settings, complete small photography challenges, and apply what you learn in real time.
We’ll also have a model available so you can practice taking photos while adjusting your camera settings.
Questions are encouraged throughout the class.
DETAILS
Cost: $65
Limited to 12 students
Official Sign Up:
matteblackcamerarentals.com/phoenix-photography-classes-and-events
WHAT TO BRING
Any camera (DSLR, mirrorless, compact, or phone)
Charged battery and memory card if using a camera
Note: Classes will be canceled if there are no paid signups by the Friday before class.
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1930 E. 3rd Street #15 , Tempe, AZ, United States, Arizona 85288

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