MPEX Learning Studio
Advanced Exposure, AutoFocus, and Lens Selection – Photo 102The second step in the beginner series. In this class we delve deeper into metering for manual exposure, as well as autofocus functions, and selecting the right lens for the scene. This class is designed to give students a solid foundation of exposure knowledge. When and how […]
An introduction to the chemistry and development process of black and white film in the Darkroom with Mat Marrash!We recommend taking Intro To Film Photography or having experience to those class topics before taking B&W Film Developing.This class is an introduction to the chemistry and development process of black and white film! Before you start […]
Lighting for Portraiture with Leonardo Carrizo Join local photographer Leonardo Carrizo for a lighting workshop. In this workshop, we’llJoin local photographer Leonardo Carrizo for a lighting workshop. In this workshop, we’ll cover different lighting techniques from headshot portraits to environmental portraits. Explore the potential of small light kits and larger flash units. We’ll also review […]
You’ll learn step-by-step how to correctly set up your digital environment to enhance efficiency when using Lightroom.Lightroom tutorials on YouTube will only get so far in learning this incredibly powerful software. Committing to a more substantial course will only safe you time and frustration. There’s so much to learn it cannot be taught in a […]
Light, Color, and Composition – Photo 103You’ve practiced the core techniques needed to control your camera, now it’s time to refine the artistic components of your photography. In this class, we discuss the finer points of a photograph: color, value, line, shape, form, space, and more. We also introduce you to the concepts of breaking down […]
Get hands-on experience and instruction from in our Darkroom as you work through developing your own print from your film negatives.And now comes the printing! During this class, you will get hands-on experience and instruction from Mat Marrash in our Darkroom as you work through developing your own print from your developed film negatives. By […]
The course will address aesthetic principles as they relate to composition, space, exposure, light and color.Join Monty Soungpradith for an instructional course designed to cover basic concepts and practice of digital photography, including understanding and use of the camera, lenses, and other basic photographic equipment. The course will address aesthetic principles as they relate to […]
The ideas presented in this class will help you achieve your goals as a bird photographer.Warbler season is fast approaching and now is the time to get ready. In the meantime, there are plenty of other species around so you can get your bird photography fix. Coming home with great images after going out on […]
Happening on the Midwest Photo Sales Floor from 1 - 6 PM!Join Christopher Gilbert from Fujifilm on our sales floor as he shows off the all-new Fujifilm X-S20 from 1 - 6 PM! Stop by anytime for hands-on experience with this new camera and your favorite gear from Fujifilm. RSVP is not required, but appreciated!
Getting Familiar with The Camera - Photo 100So you’ve made the jump to an interchangeable lens camera, what now? Why the heck are there so many buttons and features that aren’t on your phone? If this sounds like you, Photo 100 may be just the thing you need to get started. Over the course of […]
Getting Started with Exposure – Photo 101No Prerequisite: All skill levelsInstructor: Mat MarrashYou’ve had your new camera for a while and have been getting decent results in Auto Mode, but you know there’s more you can do. Photo 101 introduces students to the exposure basics, camera functions, and terminology of photography. This class is designed […]
Story and Light: An Intro to Lifestyle Photography with Monty SoungpradithNo Prerequisite: All skill levelsInstructor: Monty Soungpradith Join Monty Soungpradith to learn his candid inspired approach to lifestyle photography and learn how to capture stunning visual stories in a styled yet natural way. Whether you’re creating visuals for a brand, magazine, social media, or capturing […]