Photography Classes & Workshops

**Uno spazio sacro per rallentare e ritrovarti. Lascia andare lo stress, scendi dalla mente al cuore. Entra pure.** Il cacao è una delle piante medicinali più antiche, profondamente radicata nelle tradizioni spirituali delle culture indigene, come i Maya e gli Aztechi. Per loro non era solo un alimento o una bevanda, ma una medicina sacra a supporto della crescita spirituale, della guarigione e dell’ispirazione creativa. Questo workshop intreccia l’antica tradizione del cacao con il Kundalini Yoga, il breathwork e una meditazione guidata in stile viaggio sciamanico. La sessione inizia con una breve pratica di **Kundalini Yoga**, per risvegliare l’energia nel corpo e calmare la mente, preparandoti ad accogliere la tua esperienza. Proseguiremo sorseggiando il Cacao, una bevanda sacra conosciuta per aprire il cuore, elevare l’umore e favorire una meditazione profonda. Mentre gusti il Cacao, sarai invitata/o a formulare un proposito, un’intenzione da custodire per tutto il percorso. Dopo il rituale del Cacao, ci immergeremo in una pratica di **respirazione consapevole**. Attraverso schemi di respiro guidati, questa tecnica ti aiuta a sciogliere tensioni accumulate e a liberare emozioni bloccate, stimolando il sistema nervoso parasimpatico e favorendo un rilassamento profondo. La fase finale del workshop è dedicata a una **meditazione guidata in stile viaggio sciamanico**. Sarai accompagnata/o in un’esplorazione interiore, guidata da simboli, archetipi e intuizioni personali, per connetterti con la tua saggezza interiore e accedere a dimensioni più profonde del tuo essere. **Cosa aspettarsi** Questo workshop combina diverse modalità olistiche che esaltano le proprietà naturali del Cacao, tra cui: 💟 Kundalini Yoga 💟 Respirazione consapevole (breathwork) 💟 Meditazione guidata in stile viaggio sciamanico **Cosa portare** Per trarre il massimo dall’esperienza, ti invitiamo a portare: 💟 Diario e penna 💟 Indossare abbigliamento comodo che copra braccia, gambe e piedi **Centro Yoga** Questo workshop si svolgerà nello studio **[Milano Yoga Space](https://www.milanoyogaspace.com/)**, in Via Pastrengo 7, 20159 Milano (MI) **Prenotazioni** Il costo di questo workshop è di €40. Porta un’amica/o e risparmia: 2 biglietti per €75. Il pagamento può essere effettuato tramite bonifico bancario, paypal, carta di credito o bancomat. Per maggiori informazioni o per prenotare, scrivi a Consuelo: hello@houseofsomatics.com **Cos'e' il Cacao?** Il Cacao e la cioccolata calda non sono la stessa cosa. Il cacao cerimoniale è naturalmente ricco di ferro, magnesio e vitamine del gruppo B. È preparato con fave di cacao macinate, acqua e un po’ di sciroppo d’agave. Il sapore è leggermente amaro, ma intenso e avvolgente, ed è adatto a chi segue una dieta vegana. Per qualsiasi altra domanda, scrivimi a hello@houseofsomatics.com

Un nuovo appuntamento di Yoga in studio, insieme a **Grazia**, insegnante di Hatha e Vinyasa Yoga. 💫 **​** 📍**Dove**: Corso Italia 🗓 **Quando**: **15 febbraio**, ore 16.45 - la pratica avrà la durata di circa un'ora 🧘‍♀️ Aperto a tutti i livelli – l'insegnante adatterà la lezione e il workout in base al livello delle partecipanti (tappetino per la lezione incluso) ​ 🫰🏼**Quanto:** **12,00 euro** * **​**[​](https://paypal.me/beatricepalacco)**[PayPal](https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/beatricepalacco?country.x=IT&locale.x=it_IT)**[​](https://paypal.me/beatricepalacco) (seleziona “Amici e familiari” senza commissioni) * **​[Satispay](https://www.satispay.com/it-it/)**[​](https://www.satispay.com/it-it/) al numero 3394436054 **Causale pagamento**: *Tua email + data evento* *​***esempio: *sara@gmail.com 14.12*** ***​*** ***​***✨ **Adatto a tutti i livelli**​ ✨ **Movimenti per forza e flessibilità**​ ✨ **Un momento di benessere solo per te** ​

Hi there! Are you visiting/ living in Milan, want to practise languages and make new friends in a relaxed and cosy atmosphere? There's a new serie of events called "Coffee&Chat!" with this purpose in mind, to practise languages and socialise within a smaller group of people in a welcoming, easy-going setting. Coffee&Chat also provides English lessons, online or face-to-face. Contact Chiara if you want to know more. English will be the main language spoken in the group, but we are happy to talk in Italian as well if there are people interested in learning it:) 1€ entry fee Our WhatsApp channel ⬇️ https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbBtJsSGJP89J5M7qG1P

Join Milan Expats & Locals for a fun evening of board games at Draft, a cozy pub located near the bolivar area. This event is a perfect opportunity to meet new people, have a great time and enjoy some good beers and food while playing games.
Bring your own favorite board game or play with our strategy games like Catan, Coup, Uno, Cards against Humanity and Magic The Gathering. Whether you're an experienced player or a newcomer, this event is open to everyone and there is no obligation to spend, the event is free and open to everyone. So come along, relax and have a great time playing board games with a friendly community of expats and locals from Milan.
We'll also be crowd-sourcing for more games in the future, so be sure to bring any suggestions.
RSVP now to secure your spot.
Looking forward to seeing you there!
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Casual, friendly, and low-pressure. We’ll rotate, play, and keep it fun, while still respecting the court and the group. **Please RSVP only if you can commit** (we split the court cost). **Court:** it's covered + heated **Arrive:** 10 min early so we can start on time **Cost:** €10.50 per person (card is fine; cash as backup) **Format for this week:** * **2 courts** * **4 teams total** * **2 beginner teams** (beginners can alternate and mix as they want) * **2 balanced teams** based on skill level to create a **low-intermediate** game on the other court **Important (Please read if you are new)** * **New players:** please **join the WhatsApp group + message Ellie** to be added **before game day** (so your spot is confirmed and you get updates). * If it fills up, we’ll prioritize **regular/active Volleyball 4All players** (fair for those who show up consistently). * **Respect the game:** please arrive on time, rotate when asked, and bring a team-first attitude so everyone gets a good run. 💛 **About WE NEED + (MORE) PPL** We’re building a community for adults **25–50** who enjoy real, low-pressure social time. Nothing formal, just show up as you are. **WhatsApp (updates + future games, go to "Volleyball 4All" group):** [https://chat.whatsapp.com/FYQt2RrO8VkEsOIJVGpiFW](https://chat.whatsapp.com/FYQt2RrO8VkEsOIJVGpiFW) **Meetup (events + RSVPs):** [https://www.meetup.com/we-need-ppl/](https://www.meetup.com/we-need-ppl/) #weneedppl #milanmeetup #milanexpats #adultfriends #introvertfriendly #communitymilan #milanvolleyball #beachvolleyballmilan #aperitivomilan #citylifeMilan #navigli #portavenezia #isolaMilan

🔥 **¡ESPAÑOL, QUÉ PASIÓN!** 🔥 **Domenica 15 febbraio 2026 | ore 19.00** I nostri aperitivi linguistici dal gusto latino tornano a pieno ritmo! 🌍🎶🎺✨ Vieni a cenare con noi con una *ricca cena a buffet*, pratica **spagnolo, inglese e italiano** e poi lasciati travolgere dalla **migliore musica latinoamericana**: salsa, bachata e tanto, tantissimo ritmo! 💃🕺🔥 🍹 *2 cocktail inclusi*, perché balleremo fino a notte fonda! 👉 All’ingresso comunica: **“Tavolo Tara”** 📍 **55 Milano** – Via Piero della Francesca, 55 – 20154 Milano 📲 Info: Tara +39 375 651 3712 ✉️info@missionlanguages.com ✨ Una serata di **energia latina, lingue e nuove connessioni**. *Non mancare!* 🗓️ Prenota subito!

**📺 SUNDAY MATCHDAY** Big screens, loud reactions and opinions nobody asked for. Grab a drink, pick a side (or change it mid-game), and enjoy sports the social way. Ref complaints included. ⋯⋯⋯ Ostello Bello Milano Centrale - Via Lepetit 33, Milano 🎫 Posti limitati. - Ingresso gratuito tramite registrazione Ti ricordiamo che nel corso dell’evento potranno essere effettuate delle riprese di immagini fotografiche e audio-video con diritti di utilizzo ad uso esclusivo del locale. www.ostellobello.com https://www.instagram.com/ostellobello.milanocentrale/

Who's in to hang out and play some basketball this Sunday? 😊 Our community member **Manikandan** is hosting a casual, friendly meetup. He’s a **professional basketball player** and would love to bring people together for a relaxed run. No teams yet, the idea is simple: meet at the court, say hi, shoot around, and play low-pressure pick-up with rotations so everyone gets a chance to play. **Date:** Feb 15, 2026 **Time:** 5:30 PM-6:30 PM **Languages:** English + Italian **Location plan (we’ll decide on Saturday ✅)** We’re collecting interest first. If we get enough people, we can consider **renting a court and split the cost**. If we don’t have enough people to rent, **Parco Sempione will be our backup** (meet and play at the public court). To join: **drop a quick RSVP here**, then **join the WhatsApp group and message Ellie** so she can count you in and send the final location + updates. Once we see the numbers, we’ll finalize the plan and share details on Saturday. 💛 **About WE NEED + (MORE) PPL** We’re building a community for adults **25–50** who enjoy real, low-pressure social time. Nothing formal, just show up as you are. **WhatsApp (updates):** [https://chat.whatsapp.com/FYQt2RrO8VkEsOIJVGpiFW](https://chat.whatsapp.com/FYQt2RrO8VkEsOIJVGpiFW) **Meetup (events + RSVPs):** [https://www.meetup.com/we-need-ppl/](https://www.meetup.com/we-need-ppl/) #weneedppl #milanmeetup #milanexpats #adultfriends #introvertfriendly #communitymilan #milanbasketball #pickupbasketball #sportmilan #citylifeMilan #ParcoSempione

# 🇮🇹 ITALIANO ## 🔥 Domenica Latina @ 55 Milano **Baila Conmigo – Salsa & Bachata Night** La domenica latina di Milano torna al **55 Milano** 💃🕺 Un appuntamento fisso dedicato a **Salsa, Bachata e Kizomba**, tra aperitivo, stage, show ed energia caraibica. *** ### ✨ PROGRAMMA DELLA SERATA 🕖 **Ore 19:00 / 19:30 – Aperitivo Latino** Aperitivo con drink incluso e musica latina 🕺 **Stage di ballo** Stage a rotazione (Bachata, Rueda, Pasitos, Sensual) con **maestri e guest nazionali e internazionali** *(il tipo di stage può variare ogni domenica)* 🔥 **Exclusive Live Show** Show coreografici e performance speciali 🎧 **Ore 21:30 – Social Dance** Serata **Salsa & Bachata** *** ### 💰 CONTRIBUTO * **15€ Aperitivo + 1 drink** (dalle 19:00) * **12€ Serata + 1 drink** (dalle 21:30) 🎁 *Eventuali promo durante la stagione* *** ### 📍 LOCATION **55 Milano – FiftyFive** Via Piero della Francesca, 55 – Milano 🚇 **Metro Cenisio (M5)** *** ### 📲 PRENOTAZIONE OBBLIGATORIA Per una corretta organizzazione **è richiesta la prenotazione via WhatsApp**. 👉 **Scrivimi su WhatsApp** indicando: * Nome e cognome * Numero di persone * Orario di arrivo (aperitivo o serata) 📞 **WhatsApp:** [Entra qui](https://chat.whatsapp.com/K9c3dd5Hd2t2uhgbF9rauQ) # 🇬🇧 ENGLISH ## 🔥 Latin Sunday @ 55 Milano **Baila Conmigo – Salsa & Bachata Night** Milan’s Latin Sunday is back at **55 Milano** 💃🕺 A weekly event dedicated to **Salsa, Bachata and Kizomba**, with aperitivo, dance classes, shows and real Latin vibes. *** ### ✨ EVENT PROGRAM 🕖 **7:00 / 7:30 PM – Latin Aperitivo** Aperitivo with drink included and Latin music 🕺 **Dance Class** Rotating classes (Bachata, Rueda, Pasitos, Sensual) with **national and international guest teachers** *(class style may vary each week)* 🔥 **Exclusive Live Show** Special performances and dance shows 🎧 **9:30 PM – Social Dance** **Salsa & Bachata** party *** ### 💰 ENTRY FEE * **€15 Aperitivo + 1 drink** (from 7:00 PM) * **€12 Party + 1 drink** (from 9:30 PM) 🎁 *Seasonal offers may apply* *** ### 📍 LOCATION **55 Milano – FiftyFive** Via Piero della Francesca, 55 – Milan 🚇 **Cenisio Metro Station (M5)** *** ### 📲 BOOKING REQUIRED To guarantee proper organization, **booking via WhatsApp is required**. 👉 **Message on WhatsApp** with: * Full name * Number of people * Arrival time (aperitivo or party) 📞 **WhatsApp:** [Join here](https://chat.whatsapp.com/K9c3dd5Hd2t2uhgbF9rauQ)

La domenica ormai è appuntamento fisso per il nostro gruppo e adesso che le temperature si sono abbassate è il momento di spostarci nella parte invernale del Just me (ex Just Cavalli). Ci incontriamo alle 20:00 per socializzare al nostro tavolo riservato e gustare un ottimo buffet con la prima consumazione inclusa al costo di soli 10€. Alle 22:30 faremo un brindisi di prosecco offerto dagli organizzatori 🍾🎉💥 e chi vuole può rimanere a ballare. Serata dedicata a un pubblico di tutte le età, divertimento assicurato! È gradita conferma via whatsapp ai nostri numeri: Enrico 3930134920 melissa 3755058482

**Let's have a cup of tea together! 🫖🇬🇧** L'inglese si parla (e si migliora) più facilmente mentre sorseggiamo insieme una tazza di tè. Per il nostro primo incontro, vi aspetto a casa mia per trasformare l'apprendimento dell'inglese in un’esperienza rilassante. **Cosa faremo in questo primo incontro?** * **Ice Breaking:** romperemo il ghiaccio con una breve presentazione (don't worry, l'atmosfera è informale!). * **Free Conversation:** parleremo di passioni, viaggi e vita quotidiana, con il mio supporto per aiutarvi a trovare le parole giuste. * **Planning together:** vi racconterò la mia idea di Book Club e decideremo insieme i prossimi temi. **A chi è rivolto?** A chiunque voglia sbloccare il proprio inglese parlato. L'importante è la voglia di mettersi in gioco e conoscere nuove persone. **Dettagli pratici:** * **Dove:** a casa mia (l'indirizzo preciso verrà inviato privatamente ai partecipanti). * **Contributo per questo primo incontro: 15€** *(include la sessione di conversazione guidata, una selezione di tè e piccoli assaggi dolci).* * **Posti limitati:** per garantire a tutti lo spazio per parlare, il gruppo sarà ristretto a un massimo di 6 persone. Portate la vostra curiosità e la voglia di fare due chiacchiere. Vi aspetto!

💌 *Speciale San Valentino: celebra l’amore, anche quello per te stessa* San Valentino è il periodo dedicato all’amore… e quale occasione migliore per celebrare l'amicizia e **l’amore per noi stesse**? 💕 Ti invitiamo a una **Ladies Night speciale**, un aperitivo pensato per conoscerci, fare nuove amicizie e condividere momenti autentici in un’atmosfera accogliente e rilassata. 🥂 **Cosa faremo:** * Aperitivo in compagnia * Conversation games per rompere il ghiaccio e creare connessioni vere 🗓 **15 febbraio – ore 18:00** 📍 **Ğené Milano** \- Piazzale Governo Provvisorio\, 4\, Milano \(M1 Turro o Rovereto\) 🎟 **20,00 euro**, aperitivo buffet e drink inclusi 💃🏻 **dress code:** wear your fav dress ✍️ **Letter to Your Future Self** Prenditi un momento solo per te. Con carta e penna, (stationery fornita ✨), scriverai una lettera alla te stessa del futuro: pensieri, sogni, promesse. Una lettera che potrai aprire **tra un anno**, e che sarà qualcosa di davvero speciale 💫 👯‍♀️ **Per chi è questo evento:** * Per ragazze che vogliono fare nuove amicizie * Per chi ama conversazioni profonde ma anche risate leggere * Per chi vuole celebrare le ragazze, la connessione e l’amore per sé Non serve venire con qualcuno: **qui si arriva da sole e si va via con nuove amiche** 💗 **Conferma la tua partecipazione** Per partecipare, ti chiediamo di confermare con una commissione di 20,00 euro, tramite questi due modi: * **[PayPal](https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/beatricepalacco?country.x=IT&locale.x=it_IT)** (seleziona “Amici e familiari” senza commissioni) * **[Satispay](https://web.satispay.com/app/match/link/user/S6Y-CON--B5302524-6C58-4345-8285-ED03CA0C02D6?amount=1000&currency=EUR)** al numero 3394436054 **Causale pagamento**: esempio: email + 15.02 *Il pagamento può essere effettuato fino ad un giorno prima dell'evento, salvo disponibilità posti.* Posti limitati – prenota il tuo posto e regalati questa serata speciale.

La domenica ormai è appuntamento fisso per il nostro gruppo e adesso che le temperature si sono abbassate è il momento di spostarci nella parte invernale del Just me (ex Just Cavalli). Ci incontriamo alle 20:00 per socializzare al nostro tavolo riservato e gustare un ottimo buffet con la prima consumazione inclusa al costo di soli 10€. Alle 22:30 faremo un brindisi di prosecco offerto dagli organizzatori 🍾🎉💥 e chi vuole può rimanere a ballare. Serata dedicata a un pubblico di tutte le età, divertimento assicurato! È gradita conferma via whatsapp ai nostri numeri: Enrico 3930134920 melissa 3755058482

**Are you ready for the Milano–Cortina Winter Olympics? We’re not.** **That’s why we’ve created our very own Ostello Bello "Olympic" Games: a glorious display of questionable athletic skills and high-level nonsense.** While the "other" guys are busy with the official **Milano-Cortina 2026** ceremonies, we’re bringing the real "action" to the streets of Milan. From February 6th, we aren't gathering to break world records; we’re gathering to break the laws of physics. This isn’t about the podium; it’s about the survival of the chillest. Get your "winter" gear ready, because we’re about to prove that being an elite athlete is 10% talent and 90% just showing up for the vibes. **The Incentive:** Every participant gets a **shot**. The "legends" who actually win take home an **Ostello Bello T-shirt or a Drink**. ## The Disciplines: Official "Technical" Standards Every day from **7 PM to 9 PM**, our "athletes" will face a rotating schedule of these elite winter disciplines: ### 1\. Air Hockey: The Wrist\-Flick Battle A high-speed duel where the only thing frozen is your gaze on the puck. * **The Goal:** Smash the plastic disc into the hole. * **Requirement:** Move your hand faster than your brain can process and celebrate every point like you’ve just secured a gold medal. ### 2\. Boxing\-Glove Beer Pong: The Clumsy Champion Challenge We took a classic and made it impossible by adding the "Yeti factor." * **The Twist:** You have to play wearing massive, padded boxing gloves. * **The Challenge:** Gripping a tiny ball with giant hands is the ultimate test of patience. Success here is statistically unlikely and basically a miracle. ### 3\. DIY Curling: The Professional Slide The most serious-looking sport in our program. We’ve replaced expensive stones with pots and ice with felt pads, but the tension is real. * **The Setup:** A "House" (target) taped on the floor and a "Hog Line" for the release. * **The Action:** Launch the pot while your teammates run alongside it with brooms, screaming *"Hurry! Hard!"* just like in the real tournaments. * **The Score:** Closest pot to the center wins. Clean floors are a bonus. ### BONUS DAY: The "Wildcard" Game The discipline is a mystery. Our local legends will choose the challenge. Expect the unexpected: and probably more shots. **AND REPEAT.**

Okay, so here's another one by request... **"An Evening with Topaz Labs"** The Topaz Labs tools are regarded as some of the finest photo editing plug-ins that you can add to your photo editing workflow. From noise reduction to resizing to sharpening, the results of these plugins are highly regarded and well reviewed in industry editing blogs. Join us for the evening and I will give you a preview of the most popular Topaz Lab tools and show you how I have used them in my digitial editing workflow. Meeting Schedule: 1. 6:00 - Introduction, Meet New Members 2. 6:10 - Old Business 3. 6:20 - New Business 4. 6:30 - Pre-Shoot Briefing/Education 5. 7:15 - Break 6. 7:30 - Image Critique 7. 8:00 - Adjourn Pre-Shoot Brief/Education: Topaz Labs Image Critique: Previous Photoshoot Images (TBD). If anyone has images they would like critiqued, please provide them at the beginning of the meeting. Providing Images for Critique: For now, I will collect images at the beginning of the meeting on a USB memory stick. My computer has USB-C ports, so a USB-C memory stick or one with dual (USB-C / USB-A) ports will be needed. Images should follow these format rules: JPG - 80% quality or higher 132 dpi resolution 2048 pixels across the long edge Embedded colorspace - sRGB

TOPIC (Getting Ready for Spring Macro Photography): Insects are hatching, and flowers are blooming soon. Join us for a presentation on Spring Macro photography and get primed for the photographic season ahead. Meeting Schedule: 1. 6:00 - Introduction, Meet New Members 2. 6:10 - Old Business 3. 6:20 - New Business 4. 6:30 - Pre-Shoot Briefing/Education 5. 7:15 - Break 6. 7:30 - Image Critique 7. 8:00 - Adjourn Pre-Shoot Brief/Education: NIK Collection 8 Image Critique: Previous Photoshoot Images (iPhone images and Christmas Cards). If anyone has images they would like critiqued, please provide them at the beginning of the meeting. Providing Images for Critique: For now, I will collect images at the beginning of the meeting on a USB memory stick. My computer has USB-C ports, so a USB-C memory stick or one with dual (USB-C / USB-A) ports will be needed. Images should follow these format rules: JPG - 80% quality or higher 132 dpi resolution 2048 pixels across the long edge Embedded colorspace - sRGB

The Photoshop Bootcamp workshop is an intensive training course designed to quickly teach participants the fundamentals and intermediate skills needed to use Adobe Photoshop effectively. This workshop condenses the material covered in introductory and intermediate Photoshop courses into a shorter, information-packed weekend. Participants will learn to navigate the Photoshop workspace, use tools for retouching and color correction, and manipulate layers and adjustment layers. The workshop also emphasizes practical, hands-on experience with real-world image editing and compositing projects. The Photoshop Bootcamp workshop will follow the outline below: I. Introduction to Photoshop * **A. Understanding the Photoshop Interface:** Exploring the workspace, panels, tools, and options bar. * **B. Basic Image Concepts:** Pixels, resolution, image sizing, cropping, and color models (RGB vs. CMYK). * **C. Non-Destructive Editing Principles:** Why it's important and how to maintain flexibility. II. Working with selections * **A. Selection Tools:** Marquee, Lasso, Magic Wand, Quick Selection, and Pen tool. * **B. Refining Selections:** Using Select and Mask, feathering, and other techniques for precise edges. * **C. Creating and Managing Masks:** Layer masks for non-destructive selections and image blending. III. Layers and Adjustments * **A. Understanding and Managing Layers:** Creating, selecting, moving, grouping, and organizing layers. * **B. Blending Modes:** Exploring different ways layers interact and create visual effects. * **C. Adjustment Layers:** Non-destructive color and tonal adjustments (e.g., Levels, Curves, Hue/Saturation). IV. Photo retouching and manipulation * **A. Healing Tools:** Spot Healing Brush, Healing Brush, and Patch Tool for removing blemishes and unwanted elements. * **B. Clone Stamp Tool:** Duplicating and removing areas within an image for seamless repairs. * **C. Content-Aware Tools:** Using features like Content-Aware Fill and Content-Aware Move for intelligent object removal and image manipulation. V. Advanced techniques * **A. Smart Objects:** Working with Smart Objects for non-destructive transformations and advanced compositions. * **B. Filters and Effects:** Exploring the Filter Gallery and applying various effects to images and layers. * **C. Combining Images:** Compositing and blending multiple images seamlessly using selections, masks, and adjustment layers. VI. Output and workflow * **A. Saving for Web and Print:** Understanding image resolution, file formats, and optimization for different output needs. * **B. Exporting and Sharing Images:** Various methods for exporting and sharing your Photoshop creations. * **C. Workflow Tips and Best Practices:** Efficient techniques and organizational strategies for working in Photoshop. VII. Wrap-up and Q&A * **A. Review of Key Concepts:** Brief recap of the main topics covered during the workshop. * **B. Open Discussion and Questions:** Answering participants' questions and providing further guidance. * **C. Next Steps and Resources:** Suggesting additional resources for continued learning and exploration. The Photoshop Bootcamp workshop is a hands-on workshop, and example files and materials are made available to each participant. Each participant is required to have a computer available for use throughout the workshop. That computer must be adequately configured to run the latest version of Photoshop available in Adobe's Creative Cloud software suite (as of the time of this document, that version is Photoshop 2025 (Version 26.9.0)). Photoshop should be installed and operational before the commencement of the workshop. Please don't hesitate to contact me PRIOR TO THE WORKSHOP to confirm that you are indeed prepared for doing the hands-on exercises during the workshop. GENERAL WORKSHOP NOTES: There is a fee of $400 per person associated with this workshop. The Photoshop Bootcamp workshop comprises two sessions (Session 01, November 22nd, and Session 02, November 23rd). The $400 fee covers participation in both sessions. For scheduling purposes, on Meetup.com, the workshop is broken up into two (2) sessions. You only need to sign up for Session 01 (November 22nd), you will AUTOMATICALLY be signed up for Session 02 (November 23rd). The following registration/cancellation policy is in place for this workshop: * The workshop fee is due upon signing up for the event. You will be contacted shortly after you register to make arrangements for processing payment. * Participant cancellations before October 22nd are entitled to a FULL refund of the workshop fee. Participant cancellations after October 22nd, but before November 15th, are entitled to a 50% refund of the workshop fee. Participant who cancel **after November 15th** will not be entitled to a refund of their workshop fee. A continental breakfast is available each morning of the workshop (Session 01, November 22nd, Session 02, November 23rd) and includes coffee, tea, juice, and water. Lunch time (12:00 - 1:00 p.m.) features a catered lunch on each day of the workshop (Session 01, November 22nd, Session 02, November 23rd) and includes a selection of beverages such as coffee, iced tea, soda, and sports drinks.

The Photoshop Bootcamp workshop is an intensive training course designed to quickly teach participants the fundamentals and intermediate skills needed to use Adobe Photoshop effectively. This workshop condenses the material covered in introductory and intermediate Photoshop courses into a shorter, information-packed weekend. Participants will learn to navigate the Photoshop workspace, use tools for retouching and color correction, and manipulate layers and adjustment layers. The workshop also emphasizes practical, hands-on experience with real-world image editing and compositing projects. The Photoshop Bootcamp workshop will follow the outline below: I. Introduction to Photoshop * **A. Understanding the Photoshop Interface:** Exploring the workspace, panels, tools, and options bar. * **B. Basic Image Concepts:** Pixels, resolution, image sizing, cropping, and color models (RGB vs. CMYK). * **C. Non-Destructive Editing Principles:** Why it's important and how to maintain flexibility. II. Working with selections * **A. Selection Tools:** Marquee, Lasso, Magic Wand, Quick Selection, and Pen tool. * **B. Refining Selections:** Using Select and Mask, feathering, and other techniques for precise edges. * **C. Creating and Managing Masks:** Layer masks for non-destructive selections and image blending. III. Layers and Adjustments * **A. Understanding and Managing Layers:** Creating, selecting, moving, grouping, and organizing layers. * **B. Blending Modes:** Exploring different ways layers interact and create visual effects. * **C. Adjustment Layers:** Non-destructive color and tonal adjustments (e.g., Levels, Curves, Hue/Saturation). IV. Photo retouching and manipulation * **A. Healing Tools:** Spot Healing Brush, Healing Brush, and Patch Tool for removing blemishes and unwanted elements. * **B. Clone Stamp Tool:** Duplicating and removing areas within an image for seamless repairs. * **C. Content-Aware Tools:** Using features like Content-Aware Fill and Content-Aware Move for intelligent object removal and image manipulation. V. Advanced techniques * **A. Smart Objects:** Working with Smart Objects for non-destructive transformations and advanced compositions. * **B. Filters and Effects:** Exploring the Filter Gallery and applying various effects to images and layers. * **C. Combining Images:** Compositing and blending multiple images seamlessly using selections, masks, and adjustment layers. VI. Output and workflow * **A. Saving for Web and Print:** Understanding image resolution, file formats, and optimization for different output needs. * **B. Exporting and Sharing Images:** Various methods for exporting and sharing your Photoshop creations. * **C. Workflow Tips and Best Practices:** Efficient techniques and organizational strategies for working in Photoshop. VII. Wrap-up and Q&A * **A. Review of Key Concepts:** Brief recap of the main topics covered during the workshop. * **B. Open Discussion and Questions:** Answering participants' questions and providing further guidance. * **C. Next Steps and Resources:** Suggesting additional resources for continued learning and exploration. The Photoshop Bootcamp workshop is a hands-on workshop, and example files and materials are made available to each participant. Each participant is required to have a computer available for use throughout the workshop. That computer must be adequately configured to run the latest version of Photoshop available in Adobe's Creative Cloud software suite (as of the time of this document, that version is Photoshop 2025 (Version 26.9.0)). Photoshop should be installed and operational before the commencement of the workshop. Please don't hesitate to contact me PRIOR TO THE WORKSHOP to confirm that you are indeed prepared for doing the hands-on exercises during the workshop. GENERAL WORKSHOP NOTES: There is a fee of $400 per person associated with this workshop. The Photoshop Bootcamp workshop comprises two sessions (Session 01, November 22nd, and Session 02, November 23rd). The $400 fee covers participation in both sessions. For scheduling purposes, on Meetup.com, the workshop is broken up into two (2) sessions. You only need to sign up for Session 01 (November 22nd), you will AUTOMATICALLY be signed up for Session 02 (November 23rd). The following registration/cancellation policy is in place for this workshop: * The workshop fee is due upon signing up for the event. You will be contacted shortly after you register to make arrangements for processing payment. * Participant cancellations before October 22nd are entitled to a FULL refund of the workshop fee. Participant cancellations after October 22nd, but before November 15th, are entitled to a 50% refund of the workshop fee. Participant who cancel **after November 15th** will not be entitled to a refund of their workshop fee. A continental breakfast is available each morning of the workshop (Session 01, November 22nd, Session 02, November 23rd) and includes coffee, tea, juice, and water. Lunch time (12:00 - 1:00 p.m.) features a catered lunch on each day of the workshop (Session 01, November 22nd, Session 02, November 23rd) and includes a selection of beverages such as coffee, iced tea, soda, and sports drinks.

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**Back By Popular Request!** Spend an evening exploring the ins and outs of flash photography and off-camera lighting techniques. We will be in the studio for this meeting and will learn how to use supplemental lighting to improve our images! **Meeting Schedule:** 1. 4:00 - Introduction, Meet New Members 2. 4:10 - Old Business 3. 4:20 - New Business 4. 4:30 - Pre-Shoot Briefing/Education 5. 6:00 - Break 6. 6:05 - Continue Presentation 7. 7:00 - Adjourn

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