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 pick my classes?
You will be able to register for classes 
IN THE SHUTTERFEST APP two weeks before the event (first come, first serve). The app is released about a month before ShutterFest. READ THE FAQ and/or monitor the private Facebook group for more details.

ShutterFest 2027 Classes

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From Blah to Brilliance: Elevate the expected.

Speaker: Jeff Tisman (Website) (Social Media)

Hands-On   

Beginner, Intermediate   

Ok. Now shit is about to get real.

The ceremony has ended — and now you have to deliver. Portraits. Rain or shine. No excuses.

Let’s get rid of those boring, repetitive poses that happen week after week. In this class, I’ll share some of my favorite couple and wedding party ideas designed to give your couple a true experience — not just a photo.

I’ll show you images that literally have couples saying “We need that photo at our wedding.”

You’ll see first hand that when you give your couples genuine prompts and creative direction, the posing comes naturally — and your couples are actually having fun.

Often my attendees to my classes are involved with the models. I want you to feel what  your couples feel. Get involved and have some fun. Come ready to be inspired. One attendee from last year saying “Best teacher all week. Nothing but killer advice. If there is one class I recommend , it will always be Jeff’s class “From Blah to Brilliance”

What to Bring to Class:

Required gear is an open mind and a willingness to step out of that comfort zone and start being bold.

Primary Topics: Posing, Weddings

Light that dance floor up! Using OCF to capture the story.

Speaker: Jeff Tisman (Website) (Social Media)

Live Demonstration   

Beginner, Intermediate   

It’s just a dark room. And you.

You walk in and think: “What am I going to do? I can’t bounce off the walls and the ceiling is way too high.”

No worries. I’ve got you.

I’ll show you how — with just one OCF light — you can walk out of that room with killer photos. One flash. That’s it. I’ll share how I approach toasts to beautifully light both the person speaking and the couple, and reveal my technique for creating gorgeous, warm candlelight look during the toast.

We’ll also cover my three-light setup for a more dynamic, polished look. And if time allows, I’ll walk you through my signature champagne spray photo — an experience your couple will never forget.

There’s a lot to cover. So let’s hit that dance floor and crush it.

What to Bring to Class:

Basic knowledge of flash.

Primary Topics: Lighting – Off-Camera (Flash or Constant), Weddings

Morning with the Bride- A bridal prep masterclass

Speaker: Jeff Tisman (Website) (Social Media)

Live Demonstration   

Beginner, Intermediate   

Ok. You’ve set the alarm. Your gear is packed. You’re on your way to the big day.

Walk with me as I show you how I approach bridal prep in the morning. I don’t have a formula — but I have a bag of tricks and ideas. See how approaching the day with an open mind and fresh eyes keeps you from falling into the same rut, week after week.

We’ll be working with OCF and natural light, but even more important is how I create an experience for my bride so she truly enjoys her day. I am not a hands-off photographer. I believe in crafting an experience — while also knowing exactly when to step back and let moments unfold.

You will walk out of this class energized and full of new ideas to bring to your next morning with the bride.

Quite often I invite my attendees to become part of the lesson. I want you to feel what it’s like for the couple to be in these moments. Be prepared for fun — and even some touches of heartfelt emotion.

It all comes together to start the wedding day off rocking.

What to Bring to Class:

You are welcome to bring gear and photograph what I am showing. You should have a few weddings under your belt and an openn mind. I do not do typical things you would expect.

Primary Topics: Weddings

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SKILL LEVELS

Beginner: Just starting out or relatively new to a given subject matter. Basics will be covered and the course will move at a slower pace. The instructor will spend a little more time trying to explain concepts to ensure everyone is following. On a scale of 1-10 consider this level a 1-3 on the given topic.

Intermediate: Has a grasp of some basic concepts. This course level will move at a faster pace and assume you have basic knowledge covered on the given subject matter. On a scale of 1-10 consider this level a 4-6 on the given topic.

Advanced: You have working knowledge of the given subject matter, but are looking for more fine-tuning and some advanced topics to take your work to that next level. DO NOT expect instructors to explain basic concepts in this course. On a scale of 1-10 consider this level a 7-10 on the given topic.

Class Types

Hands-On

These are shooting courses. You will be shooting and working. Bring your camera, gear, or whatever you need for the course and to create create images. Expect to have some level of shooting.

Live Demonstration

These are instructor-led courses where you will see a live demonstration of what the instructor is teaching. You can still bring your camera to these courses and you can photograph, but the goal of the course is NOT for you to shoot or to ensure you get a shot. The goal is for you to see how and why the instructor does what he/she does in order to get the final result.

Lecture

These are non-shooting courses. Typically classroom-based, bring your laptop and notepad and focus on learning!