CHARLESTON
PHOTOGRAPHY
GROUP

Upcoming Events

Composition in Photography

Composition in Photography

Saturday 12 October
Anson St - 10am - 2 Hours
Dave Gray
Come and join us as we explore composition in photography.

Composition is one of the most critical element in photography. Composition is how a photographer arranges the visual elements within their image, frame. I promise you that if you search for information on composition you will find plenty You will find formal rules, opinion, some of which you can trace back to historical art movements and painters.

Even in the digital world, composition remains the key to creating strong images. Composition is what guides our eye through an image and gives importance to the subject. It creates the story for the viewer and how we as photographers convey that message.

This meetup will explore composition using our frame and tools available to us as the photographer.
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$47      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 02 November
Anson St - 10am - 3 Hours
Dave Gray
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       1 places left
Architecture Photography

Architecture Photography

Saturday 23 November
Anson St - 10am - 2 Hours
Dave Gray
Architectural photography can be a great way of exploring and documenting a city, whether it's your home or on holiday. Its about capturing not only the design and accurate representation of a building, but to have the shots be aesthetically pleasing to the viewer's eye. An architectural photographer makes pictures, not takes pictures.

In this session, we will be covering how to better understand Architecture photography and we'll be looking at ways to take some impressive shots and the camera settings to use.
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$47      

Night Photography Meetup

Night Photography Meetup

Saturday 14 December
Anson St - 6pm - 2 Hours
Dave Gray
Join us for an exciting evening of capturing stunning night scenes! Whether you're a beginner or more experienced, this meetup will offer tips on shooting in low light and exploring creative techniques to bring out the beauty of the night. Don't forget to bring a tripod and your camera. Let's explore the magic of night photography together!
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$47      
Street Photography at Night Meetup

Street Photography at Night Meetup

Saturday 04 January
The Battery - 6pm - 2 Hours
Dave Gray
Street photography encompasses a wide range of genres, and this week we'll be exploring the town at night.

At this meetup, we will practise the basics of shooting in a dark environment as we capture candid images in an urban setting.

By the end of this event, you will be more familiar with:
- How to adjust camera settings for low light.
- Using slow shutter speeds to get brighter images and create light trails.
- Capturing RAW images.
- Guidelines for shooting other people and their property in the real world.
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$47      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 25 January
Anson St - 10am - 3 Hours
Dave Gray
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      

Charleston Walk & Shoot

Charleston Walk & Shoot

Saturday 15 February
Anson St - 10am - 2 Hours
Dave Gray
A fun and relaxed walk with our cameras covering a variety aspects of photography from street, landscape, architecture, seascape and abstract.
book now
$47      
Night Photography Meetup

Night Photography Meetup

Saturday 08 March
Anson St - 6pm - 2 Hours
Dave Gray
Join us for an exciting evening of capturing stunning night scenes! Whether you're a beginner or more experienced, this meetup will offer tips on shooting in low light and exploring creative techniques to bring out the beauty of the night. Don't forget to bring a tripod and your camera. Let's explore the magic of night photography together!
book now
$47      
ABOUT CHARLESTON
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 Charleston .

  • 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 Charleston Photography Group on Facebook to share your photos after the session.

    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
  • REVIEWS
    Great time walking around downtown on a beautiful day and taking photos..our instructor Kem was knowledgeable and gave lots of great tips on taking architectural pics.. very enjoyable!
    5/5
    Sam
    2024-01-15
    Had a great time. Learned a good bit. Had time to shoot and get feedback, not rushed. Can?t wait to post photos. Need to download card.
    5/5
    Sandy
    2024-01-14
    Enjoyed the event. Liked learning how to deal with models.
    4/5
    Michael
    2023-07-23

    Kem was a great instructor and I learned a lot from the interaction with out students in the class. I am already signed up for more courses!
    5/5
    Matthew
    2023-07-23
    Excellent experience. Kem was knowledgeable and prepared. He made suggestions and commentary as needed. Very personable. Looking forward to more events with him.
    5/5
    Dave Baker
    2023-06-26
    Great course even for a beginner with an iPhone
    5/5
    Colette
    2023-06-25

    Well informed instruction. The challenge game was fun and instructive.
    5/5
    Neal
    2023-06-25
    I enjoyed the class and the content. It was paced just right and was relaxed and informative
    5/5
    Angela
    2023-05-21
    I had a great time exploring the streets with a wonderful instructor and nice group of photographers.
    5/5
    amy
    2023-05-02

    The BEST class! Kem is the MOST AMAZING teacher 2026.he's the BEST in Charleston!!!! Any class Kem teaches 2026..signup! You will learn a lot.
    5/5
    Michelle
    2023-05-01
    It was great. The instructor was very pleasant and knowledgeable. I'll be back.
    5/5
    Jennifer
    2023-04-30
    My daughter and I both went to the class. had a great time. Kem was so much fun and patient with all of us. There were 4 in the class which was perfect for all of us to take photos, ask questions, model, and get help as needed. We have already scheduled another class.
    5/5
    Aimee
    2023-04-18

    PHOTOGRAPHERS
    Dave Gray
    Hello, I'm Dave. For nearly three decades, I've been committed to teaching and mentoring students who have excelled in roles from leading Audio at Microsoft to game creation for EA Sports, crafting YouTube personalities, and even becoming a professional athlete alongside Sidney Crosby. In the image and creative industries, my journey involves capturing diverse subjects like touring bands, war zones and untouched parts of our planet. I prioritize creative coaching and workshop settings over building traditional portfolios, favoring a pre-photograph work ethic over a 2018let 2019s fix it in post 2019 attitude. My teaching style is fun and flexible, utilizing a wide range of gear from 100-year-old antique lenses to toy phone cameras to modern mirrorless tech. Your learning experience will emphasize imagination and improvisation over rules and tools. I believe your tools do not define your style, your style defines your tools. We will experiment with inventive photography through basic composition ideas that focus on storytelling and emotional connection, helping you uncover your unique style. Your learning environment will have my love for strong communication and passion for history, whether in a online classroom, walking around or jumping out of a airplane. Join me for a visual adventure where we'll unlock the magic of photography together.

    Dave Gray is available for private bookings

    I am available from 11am until 11pm for private bookings. My services include private tutoring, creative coaching, discovering your style and photography for fun events. Whether you're looking to enhance your photography skills or capture special moments, I'm here to provide personalized and professional services tailored to your needs. Let's create beautiful memories together!

    PHOTOS
    Charleston Photography Group
    2024-03-04
    Title or Location: Mouthmill Beach
    I have been wanting to photograph this location for a while and needed to scout the location first to see when the best time to photograph the rock and dogs safely. I took my WCS puppy Pixel as she is the best best trained of our three dogs. She is a bit small and dark in colouring for the type of photo's I was after but she did a wonderful job helping me scout the location.
    Credit: The Darkroom Photography
    Facebook: thedarkroomdevon
    Instagram: the.darkroomphotography

    Charleston Photography Group
    2024-02-11
    Title or Location: Riverbanks Zoo and Garden
    Watching bees do their job of pollination on some beautiful flowers.
    Credit: Victoria Collins
    Facebook: Collins Photographs
    Instagram: collins.photographs
    Charleston Photography Group
    2023-12-10
    Title or Location: Charleston, South Carolina
    Sunset over the Wando River: October 2021
    Credit: Grace McCarthy
    Instagram: @gracecmccarthy

    Charleston Photography Group
    2023-08-20
    Title or Location: White Point Gardens, CHS
    Coincidentally, this scene appeared spontaneously as I was walking back to my car from a Charleston Photography Group class on outdoor portraiture in July. I bought a glass of lemonade from this kind adorable little girl and gave her a big tip if I could take her photo. (Mom was there and approved too). I quickly sat in the middle of Battery Street to get the low angle and shallow depth of field with my long lens. I followed up with the mom and sent them a file.
    Credit: Francois Fontaine
    Facebook: FontaineImages
    Instagram: FontaineImages

    Charleston Photography Group
    2023-07-22
    Title or Location: West Ashley
    I was sitting on my back porch enjoying the day when I saw this beauty checking out my flowers. I went inside to grab my camera, fully expecting it to be gone by the time I returned. I was able to get several great shots while it almost seemed to pose for me.
    Credit: Brian Heins
    Facebook: Brian Heins
    Charleston Photography Group
    2023-04-21
    Title or Location: Folly Beach
    This was in May 2021 at Folly Beach as I was just learning how to take pictures of the Milky Way had just gotten my new Nikkor 20mm f1.8 lens was so excited to try to do this I had always liked how other photographers would shine there flashlights into the Milky Way core I wanted to try it for myself my camera was Nikon D750 and20mm lens ISO 1600 at f2.8 25 seconds long edited in Lightroom this year decided try do some edits using Nik Collection Color Efex Pro 4 which gave the image more pop an
    Credit: Jimmy Hartnett
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jimmy.hartnett.7?mibextid=ZbWKwL
    Instagram: instagram.com/jimmy.hartnett.7

    Anchorage Photography Group
    2024-10-07
    Title or Location: Lake George , Knik Glacier Alaska
    Photo was takin on a trip up to Knik Glacier Alaska to do some filming for the Croatia National News and the BBC . 19mm F/2.8
    Credit: Martin Martin Alaska
    Facebook: Martin Martin Alaska
    Norfolk Photography Group
    2024-10-07
    Title or Location: Photo Taken at Raf Mildenhall 05/10/2024
    Red arrows Transiting from Raf Waddington, Stopping off for fuel prior to departing to Duxford for final display of 2024.Settings:F7.11/1250th SecISO 125600mmShutter priorityW/B manual
    Credit: David Lloyd
    Instagram: davidlloyd3780
    San Gabriel Photography Group
    2024-10-07
    Title or Location: Home Yard
    I setup bird feeders at home including a hummingbird feeder. They are super active and are use to me being close to them so I grabbed my Canon R5 with my Canon 70-200mm f2.8 lens and placed myself within 8 feet from the feeder rendering great closeup shots while they feed and the late afternoon sun gives this Rufous hummingbird that beautiful glow
    Credit: Gonzalo Guerrero
    Facebook: G Guerrero Photography
    Instagram: @photo818

    Cambridge Photography Group
    2024-10-06
    Title or Location: Skomer Island
    My second visit to this fantastic place. Unlike the first time in May there were plenty of puffins during the day as they were feeding the pufflings.
    Credit: Piotr Slusarczyk
    Instagram: pietia76er
    Newcastle Photography Group
    2024-10-06
    Title or Location: Poppet Head Park, Kitchener, NSW
    I attended the Intro to Astrophotography class on September 28th. I used some old equipment by today's standard.Equipment and settings: Canon 300D18-55mm kit lensFocal Length - 18mmShutter Speed - 30 secondsAperture - f/3.5ISO - 1600In post-processing, I raised the exposure, applied less contrast, raised the highlights and whites, increased texture and clarity, and used dehaze and denoise to remove a lot of the noise present with older entry-level gear.
    Credit: Jeff Scaife
    Peterborough Photography Group
    2024-10-06
    Title or Location: Corby
    These Waxwings were in Corby for a while in January of this year, right on the edge of a housing estate. They seemed totally oblivious that we were there. The light was perfect, mid morning. The Rowan trees were on a steep bank which made for no background distractions .Taken with Canon r6, Canon 100-400mm l series 11 lens with 1. 4 extender,
    Credit: Tony Martin
    Facebook: Tony Martin

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