Classes
Union Station provides the perfect backdrop for hands-on learning and spacious classrooms for lecture and live demo classes.
With over 100 classes, there’s something here for everyone!
How do I register for a class?
You will be able to select classes IN THE SHUTTERFEST APP two weeks before the event (first come, first serve). READ THE FAQ and/or monitor the private Facebook group for more details.
SF25 Class Lineup
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Specialty: Weddings, Lighting, Storytelling
Approaching the wedding day with a technical eye without losing sight on storytelling
Speaker: Esteban Gil (Website) (Social Media)
We have all heard the same mindless advice:
“ In order for you to find clients, you have to pick a style”
“ You’re either a light and airy photographer or a moody photographer”
“ Make sure your instagram is cohesive and follows a certain aesthetic”
Tired of following the rules? Ever feel like you couldn’t be yourself at a wedding? Does social media keep you from posting things you love because they don’t adhere to your aesthetic? If you have ever felt this way, I invite you to Step into my world of wedding photography where Range and versatility reigns supreme.
Don’t limit yourself to one style or approach. Learn how to use OCF efficiently while still putting an emphasis on storytelling.
In this class, I will cover:
– Being motivated by the fear of being average and how this approach has dramatically changed my work for the best.
– Equipment matters: The range of cameras/focal lengths I use for creating both art and storytelling.
– Using OCF to create ART- OCF techniques that will make your work stand out!
– Photograph your weddings like an Artist, Not an instagrammer: Light and airy? Moody? Why not both? Screw what the industry tells you.
– Photograph your weddings for your couples, Not a couple of blogs.
– Learn the importance of prioritizing the story over the details.
The best wedding photographers in the world not only know how to create art in tricky lighting conditions. They also know how to capture moments and be the best storytellers. In this class, I will show you how to excel at both!
Specialty: Weddings, Lighting, Storytelling
Details with intention. How to incorporate the human element into your wedding detail photos.
Speaker: Esteban Gil (Website) (Social Media)
Out of all the clients you have ever photographed, how many of them have used any of their flatlay images as their social media profile images? How about a cover photo? Is the industry putting too much focus on objects and not enough on storytelling?
As he walks you through his career changing approach of incorporating meaningful human elements and details into photos of objects.
While details are a vital aspect of our jobs, Esteban Gil, wedding photographer and founder of steel and flint society, As he walks you through his career changing approach of incorporating meaningful human elements and details into photos of objects.
Specialty: Weddings, Lighting, Storytelling
Stop being boring! kick ass photos of Men and Groomsmen with a Fashion Perspective.
Speaker: Esteban Gil (Website) (Social Media)
Learn the art of capturing men and groomsmen in stylish and compelling ways. Learn from Esteban Gil, wedding and fashion photographer, how to incorporate fashion photography techniques to highlight the best features, style, and charisma of male subjects. Specifically groom and groomsmen. You’ll explore posing, lighting, and composition strategies tailored to bring out the elegance and personality of grooms and their entourage. If you’re tired of the same old groom and groomsmen photos, you’re going to want to take this class!
Perfect for photographers looking to add a sophisticated touch to their wedding and portrait portfolios.