Toti Photo School
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Welcome to Toti Photo School, where every day photography enthusiasts turn into confident visual storytellers. Whether you’ve just unboxed your first DSLR or you’ve been snapping in Auto Mode for years, this course will help you unlock your camera’s full potential — and your creative eye.
Join a hands-on, practical learning experience in a welcoming studio environment right here in Amanzimtoti.
What to Expect
- A 6-week in-person course designed for beginner to intermediate photographers
- Weekly 2-hour evening classes (6 PM – 8 PM) with practical demonstrations and exercises
- Small class sizes for personal attention and guided growth
- Learn how to shoot in Manual Mode, master composition, lighting, and basic editing
- Fun, relaxed atmosphere with real-time feedback and encouragement
- Practical assignments between sessions to build confidence
- Outdoor photo excursion on a Saturday morning
What You’ll Learn
- Understanding your camera: DSLR / Mirrorless settings and functions
- Aperture, Shutter Speed & ISO – the Exposure Triangle made simple
- Manual Mode demystified
- Light & Composition: seeing like a photographer
- Using natural and artificial light
- Portraits, landscapes, product and low-light photography
- Basic editing in Lightroom or free alternatives (e.g. Snapseed or Darktable)
- Printing your work with professionals
What You’ll Need
- A DSLR or Mirrorless Camera (any brand/model is welcome)
- A tripod if you have one
- Camera flash if you have one
- Notepad or tablet for taking notes
- A desire to learn, explore, and have fun
- Laptop (optional, for editing sessions)
Course Structure
Duration: 6 Weeks
When: Tuesdays from 6 PM to 8 PM
Where: Shutter Xposures Studio
Cost: See the Pricing Table below
Bonus
- Certificate of Completion
- Access to a private Facebook group for ongoing support
- Opportunity to showcase your work in a student exhibition or gallery event
Week 1: Getting to Know Your Camera
Week 2: The Exposure Triangle Made Easy
Week 3: Composition & Seeing Creatively
Week 4: Working with Light (Natural & Flash)
Week 5: Practical Shoot: Portraits & Still Life
Week 6: Basic Editing & Showcase Night
Early Bird Special
Limited to first 5 signups- Full 6-week Course
- Private Support Group
- Certificate of Completion
Standard Package
- Full 6-week course
- Private Support Group
- Certificate of Completion
Premium Package
- Everything in Standard
- 1-Hour Private Coaching Session
- Two Professional Headshots
Next Course
Our next Course will start on Tuesday, 6 May 2025 at 6 PM.
Learn from an experienced Pro Photographer right here in Amanzimtoti – KZN
Feel free to contact Hein on 083 793 7975 with any questions you may have.
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