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Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Sunday 02 March
Bullard Avenue - 3pm - 3 Hours
Farah Kanaan
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance! Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
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$92      
Abstract Photography

Abstract Photography

Saturday 19 April
Bullard Avenue - 3pm - 2 Hours
Farah Kanaan
Abstract photography involves capturing a subject in a way that renders it either partially or completely unrecognizable, emphasizing instead on the interplay of shapes, colors, and form.

In this workshop, we will explore the art of creating striking and thought-provoking images through the use of abstraction.

Our experienced instructor will guide you through the process of understanding and applying the principles of abstract photography, including composition, color, and texture. We will cover topics such as finding inspiration in everyday objects, experimenting with different angles and perspectives.
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$47      

Nearby Photography Groups

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 22 February
N Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ 85008 - 10am - 3 Hours
Tempe Photography Group
Bryan Traylor
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!

Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
book now
$92      
Business Head Shot Photography - Basic Strobe Lighting

Business Head Shot Photography - Basic Strobe Lighting

Sunday 23 February
W Fountainhead Pkwy Tempe - 2:30pm - 3 Hours
Phoenix Photography Group
Lyv Flores
Practice taking business headshots with real business owners and entrepreneurs with flow. Feel free to come dressed to get your own headshots taken as well, while other students practice headshot portrait photography on you. I will also show you all how I incorporate strobe lighting to amplify the portraits.

Prerequisite: Familiarity with Manual Settings on Camera. I will show you how I gently amplify the business portraits with my pocket flash, feel free to bring your own.

Prerequisite:
Familiarity with Manual Settings on Camera.

I will show you how I gently amplify the business portraits with my pocket flash, feel free to bring your own.
book now
$92       4 places left
Street Candid Photography Class

Street Candid Photography Class

Friday 07 March
Downtown Phoenix - 4:30pm - 3 Hours
Phoenix Photography Group
Lyv Flores
Dive into the vibrant atmosphere of First Friday in Downtown Phoenix, where creativity knows no bounds! Join us for an unforgettable evening of artistic exploration, filled with intriguing challenges that will test your skills and ignite your imagination.Get ready to embark on a photography adventure like no other, as you tackle creative assignments designed to push your boundaries. Explore diverse themes such as the 'Decisive Moment,' 'Random Model,' and a thrilling 'Surprise Theme,' each offering a unique perspective and exciting challenges.This event is the perfect opportunity for enthusiasts of Candid and Street Photography to capture raw, unfiltered moments in the heart of the city. Don't miss out on the chance to hone your skills, connect with fellow photography enthusiasts. Get your camera ready and let your creativity soar!
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$92      

Street Photography

Street Photography

Saturday 08 March
Tempe Town Lake - 10am - 2 Hours
Tempe Photography Group
Bryan Traylor
People, cafes, vendors, street merchants, buskers, historic buildings, art installations and much more. The power of observation underpins the art of great street photography. Learning to "see" interesting detail is a practised skill and we introduce you to easy methods that will open your photographer's eye and expose you to a world that is alive with detail. The most rewarding part of the class is learning how to approach interesting people and have them willingly pose for you.

We will also go over settings, focusing techniques and lens choices common to street photography to help us capture those random chance encounters.
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$47      
Black and White Photography

Black and White Photography

Saturday 22 March
South Tempe - 10am - 2 Hours
Tempe Photography Group
Bryan Traylor
Introduction to Black and White Photography. What makes a good Black and White shot?

We will look at the contrast and using textures. How does the camera see the image and how do we create Black and White images in a camera or in post-production. We will look for some good examples and set some exercises.

This is a more advanced course and assumes you understand the basics of photography and controlling your camera.
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$47      
Urban Model Portrait Photography Class

Urban Model Portrait Photography Class

Saturday 22 March
S Mill Ave,Tempe, AZ - 4pm - 3 Hours
Phoenix Photography Group
Lyv Flores
We will explore Urban Model Portrait Photography in Tempe!Be ready to utilize the environment and create unique model portraits, as we all take turns photographing a Model with our own unique vision utilizing natural and basic strobe lighting!I will share techniques that I use with reflectors, composition, connection, creativity, and basic strobe lighting.The main idea is to flow with creativity and capture the essence of the model through your unique lens. Be prepared to move around, as we find new places to pose our model in the surrounding area. It's important to be familiar with your Manual Camera Settings and your StrobeFlash lighting to ensure flow during the class.I will show you how I incorporate basic strobe lighting with pocket flashes towards the end of the class.Please bring your own modifiers, basic strobe lighting and flashes, I will not be lending my own. We will be Taking Turns with the model to ensure everyone captures the essence of the model with their own unique perspective.

It's important to be familiar with your Manual Camera Settings and your Strobe/Flash lighting to ensure flow during the class.

I will show you how I incorporate basic strobe lighting with pocket flashes towards the end of the class.

Please bring your own modifiers, basic strobe lighting and flashes, I will not be lending my own.

We will be Taking Turns with the model to ensure everyone captures the essence of the model with their own unique perspective.
book now
$117       5 places left

Street Candid Photography Class

Street Candid Photography Class

Friday 04 April
Downtown Phoenix - 4:30pm - 3 Hours
Phoenix Photography Group
Lyv Flores
Dive into the vibrant atmosphere of First Friday in Downtown Phoenix, where creativity knows no bounds! Join us for an unforgettable evening of artistic exploration, filled with intriguing challenges that will test your skills and ignite your imagination.Get ready to embark on a photography adventure like no other, as you tackle creative assignments designed to push your boundaries. Explore diverse themes such as the 'Decisive Moment,' 'Random Model,' and a thrilling 'Surprise Theme,' each offering a unique perspective and exciting challenges.This event is the perfect opportunity for enthusiasts of Candid and Street Photography to capture raw, unfiltered moments in the heart of the city. Don't miss out on the chance to hone your skills, connect with fellow photography enthusiasts. Get your camera ready and let your creativity soar!
book now
$92      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 05 April
South Tempe - 10am - 3 Hours
Tempe Photography Group
Bryan Traylor
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!

Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
book now
$92      
Outdoor Portraits

Outdoor Portraits

Saturday 19 April
N Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ 85008 - 10am - 2 Hours
Tempe Photography Group
Bryan Traylor
This meetup goes over some basic dos and don'ts for posing and looks at issues to do with shooting in daylight for the best results. Included are: shooting different body types, men, women and shooting with strong sunlight and shooting in shade, and designing your background (composition). On this meet,up you are encouraged to bring along family or friends as models.

You will preferably need a normal, 85mm or longer lens, or a zoom. If you have a wide-angle this can also be used as we will be also looking at environmental portraits.

This is the perfect meetup to learn how to take the perfect portraits of family and friends.
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$47      

Urban Model Portrait Photography Class

Urban Model Portrait Photography Class

Saturday 26 April
S Mill Ave,Tempe, AZ - 4pm - 3 Hours
Phoenix Photography Group
Lyv Flores
We will explore Urban Model Portrait Photography in Tempe!Be ready to utilize the environment and create unique model portraits, as we all take turns photographing a Model with our own unique vision utilizing natural and basic strobe lighting!I will share techniques that I use with reflectors, composition, connection, creativity, and basic strobe lighting.The main idea is to flow with creativity and capture the essence of the model through your unique lens. Be prepared to move around, as we find new places to pose our model in the surrounding area. It's important to be familiar with your Manual Camera Settings and your StrobeFlash lighting to ensure flow during the class.I will show you how I incorporate basic strobe lighting with pocket flashes towards the end of the class.Please bring your own modifiers, basic strobe lighting and flashes, I will not be lending my own. We will be Taking Turns with the model to ensure everyone captures the essence of the model with their own unique perspective.

It's important to be familiar with your Manual Camera Settings and your Strobe/Flash lighting to ensure flow during the class.

I will show you how I incorporate basic strobe lighting with pocket flashes towards the end of the class.

Please bring your own modifiers, basic strobe lighting and flashes, I will not be lending my own.

We will be Taking Turns with the model to ensure everyone captures the essence of the model with their own unique perspective.
book now
$117      
Street Candid Photography Class

Street Candid Photography Class

Friday 02 May
Downtown Phoenix - 4:30pm - 3 Hours
Phoenix Photography Group
Lyv Flores
Dive into the vibrant atmosphere of First Friday in Downtown Phoenix, where creativity knows no bounds! Join us for an unforgettable evening of artistic exploration, filled with intriguing challenges that will test your skills and ignite your imagination.Get ready to embark on a photography adventure like no other, as you tackle creative assignments designed to push your boundaries. Explore diverse themes such as the 'Decisive Moment,' 'Random Model,' and a thrilling 'Surprise Theme,' each offering a unique perspective and exciting challenges.This event is the perfect opportunity for enthusiasts of Candid and Street Photography to capture raw, unfiltered moments in the heart of the city. Don't miss out on the chance to hone your skills, connect with fellow photography enthusiasts. Get your camera ready and let your creativity soar!
book now
$92      
Urban Model Portrait Photography Class

Urban Model Portrait Photography Class

Saturday 17 May
S Mill Ave,Tempe, AZ - 4pm - 3 Hours
Phoenix Photography Group
Lyv Flores
We will explore Urban Model Portrait Photography in Tempe!Be ready to utilize the environment and create unique model portraits, as we all take turns photographing a Model with our own unique vision utilizing natural and basic strobe lighting!I will share techniques that I use with reflectors, composition, connection, creativity, and basic strobe lighting.The main idea is to flow with creativity and capture the essence of the model through your unique lens. Be prepared to move around, as we find new places to pose our model in the surrounding area. It's important to be familiar with your Manual Camera Settings and your StrobeFlash lighting to ensure flow during the class.I will show you how I incorporate basic strobe lighting with pocket flashes towards the end of the class.Please bring your own modifiers, basic strobe lighting and flashes, I will not be lending my own. We will be Taking Turns with the model to ensure everyone captures the essence of the model with their own unique perspective.

It's important to be familiar with your Manual Camera Settings and your Strobe/Flash lighting to ensure flow during the class.

I will show you how I incorporate basic strobe lighting with pocket flashes towards the end of the class.

Please bring your own modifiers, basic strobe lighting and flashes, I will not be lending my own.

We will be Taking Turns with the model to ensure everyone captures the essence of the model with their own unique perspective.
book now
$117      

ABOUT SURPRISE
PHOTOGRAPHY
GROUP
Come along to our photo sessions to dust off your camera and get snap-happy with a professional photography instructor.

Brush up on your camera skills and learn new photography techniques whilst on a photo walk class with other local keen photographers!

We run two hour photography sessions based on a photography theme/technique/style and they take place in various locations in Surprise.

  • New to photography? We also run a popular 3 hour Beginners Guide to Photography Class once a month. And once in a while we will run special niche 3 hour classes, for example, Astrophotography - so do subscribe to our newsletter to know when the next on is!

  • Who can attend? Open to all skill levels, from beginners to keen amateurs. The photography instructor is there to help you with camera settings and provide any advice you need.

  • What to bring? We recommend bringing a camera that has full manual mode or semi-manual modes (Aperture or Shutter Priority). Compact cameras and smartphones also welcome!

    The meeting point and full details for the day are sent in the booking confirmation email to the email address you provide at time of booking.

    Join the Surprise Photography Group on Facebook to share your photos after the session.

    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
  • REVIEWS
    She lead us in the right direction to start learning photography
    5/5
    Jen
    2025-02-10
    Korbin did a great job of providing a good variety of shooting venues. There were just two of us and the session actually ran till 1'oclock instead of 12. That was not a problem, but it would be helpful to know this in advance to better plan.
    4/5
    Bill
    2025-01-05
    It was great I wish I had more time. so that we could have one on one
    5/5
    James
    2024-09-17

    Farah was great.
    5/5
    Jennifer
    2024-06-17
    The event was good. I would be interested in an intermediate class if offered sometime. I know the Basic rules of composition but would like to learn focus stacking and practice in lower light situations.
    5/5
    Kim
    2024-06-17
    Very good information and hands on experience
    5/5
    Ozell
    2024-06-04

    Very knowledgeable and experienced instructor who is willing to share her knowledge and experience. I greatly appreciated her. I hope to develop a rapport with her. She would be a great mentor.
    5/5
    Charta
    2024-06-03
    Very informative photoshoot.
    5/5
    Reuben
    2024-05-12
    appreciated the review of concepts and feedback on my sample of walk-around pics
    5/5
    Ray
    2024-05-06

    I thought it was terrific. Connor is very knowledgeable about and great at explaining photography. Looking forward to the next time he teaches a class. Thank you.
    5/5
    Bonnie
    2023-10-30
    PHOTOGRAPHERS
    Farah Kanaan
    Farah is a visual artist from Scottsdale, Arizona. Her favorite type of photography involves architecture and portraiture. Her main subjects are; textures, colors, and emotions from strangers that she loves to capture. Her background in photography involves a BFA in Fine Arts in Photography from ASU.

    Farah Kanaan is available for private bookings

    PHOTOS
    Provo Photography Group
    2025-02-13
    Title or Location: Midway Utah
    Just at the end of a significant rain squall I looked out my window to witness this incredible perfect colorful rainbow appearing. Nature always delivers!
    Credit: Roger Hughes

    Sutherland Photography Group
    2025-02-13
    Title or Location: Crocodile Bridge Camp, Kruger National Park, South Africa
    As the sun starts to set, the Bush Babies of Crocodile Bridge rest camp awaken. I sat patiently by the pole in the fence, waiting for them to emerge. These nocturnal beauties cautiously pop their heads up, then back down, before jumping off into the setting sky, eager for their night ahead.
    Credit: Alycia Geldenhuys
    Instagram: @wildunleashed
    Chichester Photography Group
    2025-02-12
    Title or Location: Ferring beach.
    An evening a couple of years ago when the sky was clear I went out with a group of friends to do some Astrophotography. The Milky Way was quite visible that evening!
    Credit: Jan Budgen
    Facebook: Jan Budgen
    Instagram: jan_budgen_sussex

    Cambridge Photography Group
    2025-02-12
    Title or Location: Kamen Briag Bulgaria
    As a Bulgarian myself I was visiting my country during the summer of 2024. Astrophotography is my favourite type of photography, so I joined one of the masterclasses organised by one of the world leading astrophotographers - Mihail Minkov. And this picture is the result.
    Credit: Emilian Primov

    Nashville Photography Society
    2025-02-11
    Title or Location: Omo Valley Ethiopia
    Went deep into Ethiopia into the Omo Valley. It?s like going back in time.
    Credit: Ken Levitan
    Instagram: Kvnashville
    Orange County Photography Group
    2025-02-10
    Title or Location: Huntington Beach, CA

    Credit: Matt Eseltine
    Instagram: Seamastergmt1

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