What we’re about
What is the Toronto Photography Group all About?
The Toronto Photography group started in 2001 running on average 2-3 workshops per week throughout the year assisting photographers with access to professional studio time and full team (model , mua and Lighting assistant plus instructor/host). In 2011 Its sister group West Toronto Photography Group became a registered not-for-profit to further help photographers in the GTA while also serving the whole community. - West Toronto Photography Group is one of the cities busiest photography groups and we actively support monthly workshops for a charity food drive for the Daily Bread food bank. Our first full day photo event - Focus on Weston is a free photography event to raise donations of new Socks, gloves and hats for our community through Socks for Souls this December 17th 2019 at Artscape Weston Commons.
Our mission, is to enlighten and inspire the creativity within our city, have fun shooting and build friendships within the photography community while promoting imaging and photographic skills and education to all that are interested. We are creating workshops and programs that enrich our members, are fun to do and they assist/ pair up with other not for profit groups throughout the city .
Basic Membership to the Toronto Photography group is free, and easily accessible, people become members by signing up to any event or workshop on our meetup page.
The West Toronto Photography Group has a yearly membership fee of $299 and that includes voting rights at the annual meeting on the types of workshops we offer to our members , with a strong focus on the sense of community and fostered friendships by bringing together photographers from throughout the GTA. Workshops will also be lower prices with more sales on last minute workshops and outings as well.
We assist people in building their own careers, many members in the community don’t have formal training we offer hands on experience in a professional environment.For some members photography is simply a creative outlet, a hobby something that helps them achieve balance in their life, TTPG provides a space to connect with others who share the same interest.
Who Should Attend Our Workshops?
Whether you're a seasoned photographer looking to freshen up your portfolio, just starting out your career in photography, a hobbyist or fine art artist who wants to learn some new skills. All our workshops are comfortably structured to suit all levels.
Sessions range from beauty to portraits, fashion to glamous lighting and fine art lighting. Each session will be well organized and well structured. The workshops are structured but are also easy going. Participants are always encouraged to chat with other photographers, ask questions of the instructors and share their images on meetup for critique and exposure.
Upcoming events (2)
See all- Passion for Fashion 3 week intensive photo lighting workshopRevprint Studio 205, Etobicoke, ONCA$199.95
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Quick Details
May 21st 28th and June 4th. 7 - 10 pm for this course (9 hours in total)
Instructor: Leah Denbok, Assistant: Lisa Kruchak,
Model: AnjaliLink to sign up for this workshop on our page -https://www.wtpg.ngo/event-details/passion-for-fashion-a-signature-series-intro-to-fashion-photography-3-weeks-2024-05-21-19-00
If portrait and studio photography lighting is your passion and you want to upgrade your portrait and studio lighting skills this is the perfect course!We are limiting the workshop size to only 6 people to allow more hands on shooting time for this special 9 hour course.
We will learn to master different fasion shoot lighting techniques, grids and controling the light on garments, Planning your fashion shoot, Details and scheduling a fashion shoot, tools used to make outfits look amazing
Who/what is this workshop for?
This workshop is suitable for all skill levels of photographer (we will give you the settings and tips) We will be showing hands on lighting techniques and giving everyone time to shoot each set up and we will spend time discussing the set ups and the light modifiers we are using to shape the light.Time is money, and we want everyone to get the most of their experience! That’s why we hold efficient classes with professional instructors to allow for short, information packed sessions that maximize the shooting time for each participant. You can buy double shooting time in the workshop if you really want to get more time shooting a specify subject just email me for details if your interested in doubling your time in the workshop.
What we offer from our workshops to our members • A safe and comfortable, yet professional environment for everyone to gather, network, and of course, to take photos! • An array of light modifiers such as; reflectors, umbrellas, soft-boxes, grids, snoots, and beauty dishes. • Multiple, quick, one-on-one sessions with the model(s) to optimize your chances of getting that “perfect” shot- No turkey shoots!
“What should I bring to the session?!”
First thing’s first; you need your camera! Any model DSLR camera with a working hot-shoe is perfect! *Fresh batteries! (No one loves a dead battery, YIKES!) Formatted memory cards to ensure you can take as many lovely photos as possible! Your favourite lens; anything from 10mm-200mm will work just fine! Don’t forget to bring your passion for great photography and a thirst for knowledge! We will bring the fun! (WOO HOO!)Who should take our sessions?
Our sessions are perfect for photographers who have a basic knowledge of their camera and its manual settings (don't worry -we will give you the F-stop and shutter speed for perfect results!). They are also suitable for any level of photographer looking to dive into different styles of photography, learn some great lighting set ups, and have some FUN!