Online Workshop: Smartphone Photography for Interior Designers
The impact of smartphone technology has changed the world over the last decade, with how we communicate, interact and react to the environments surrounding ourselves.
One of the biggest leaps in this technology is the rise of smartphone photography. No longer the realm of the professional or dedicated tourist, everyone now has access to powerful megapixel equipment in the palm of their hand.
The lens may be ready, but are you? The BIID invites interior designers to explore the possibilities of smartphone photography in this interactive workshop with professional photographer Jenny Kaye. Jenny will be discussing how to harness basic photography theory and couple it with in camera techniques to ‘pimp your Instagram’ and create beautiful snaps that are worth getting social over.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Over the session, Jenny will discuss the following areas:
Part 1:
Equipment
- DSLR cameras v smartphone cameras
Smartphone Camera tips
- Keeping Verticals vertical
- Focus and exposure
- Portrait mode
Composition
- Rules of composition
Editing images
- Editing in camera
- Editing afterwards
Planning posts to Instagram
- Stories v posts
Incorporating professional photography
- Planning the grid
Part 2:
During a short break, attendees will have the opportunity to put into practice some of the new tips and to share the results afterwards.
WHAT TO BRING
Your smartphone plus another device. It is essential that you have two devices – your phone with which to explore the tips and techniques – and another device on which to listen/ participate via Zoom.
WHAT YOU WILL LEAVE WITH
- Tips and techniques for smart phone photography
- Notes on composition and phone techniques
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
Practicing interior designers and interior design students. Please note this workshop is open to BIID designer members only.
ABOUT THE SPEAKER
Jenny Kaye – Jenny is the owner of Jenny Kaye Photography, a family portrait studio in Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire which was established 10 years ago. She has a degree in Photography and Digital Imaging and runs Beginners’ Digital Photography courses from her studio. Her areas of expertise include corporate headshots, web/product photography, family portraits an event photography.
Additional information
Prices are not inclusive of VAT.
If you have any queries, please email the office at info@biid.org.uk or call 020 7628 0255.
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5. The BIID reserves the right to make changes to the programme.
6. The BIID reserves the right to cancel the event if unavoidable circumstances arise.
7. This event will be photographed and videoed. Attendance constitutes consent for these images/videos to be used, by the BIID and its partners, for promotional purposes.
8. In compliance with the Data Protection Act, we must point out that the information on this form will be kept on a database.
9. Your name may be shared with the venue.
10. These terms and conditions shall be governed by and construed under the laws of England and Wales and you submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Courts of England and Wales.
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