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Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Sunday 22 June
Downtown Winnipeg - 11:30am - 3 Hours
Rafid Hasim
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.
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$105       0 places left
Nature Photography Meetup

Nature Photography Meetup

Sunday 06 July
Southern Winnipeg - 11:30am - 2 Hours
Rafid Hasim
Join this session for tips on how to use your camera settings to creatively capture nature in a visually interesting way. We will be looking at composition, focus, and colour.

Many professional offices and places of business have large prints gracing their wall space of things such as fields of flowers, a butterfly perched on a leaf, and a single dew drop on a rose petal. These beautiful images are all around us in nature. It just takes that special "eye" to not only see it but to capture it in a way that will turn that simple little piece of nature into a beautiful piece of art. We will learn how to use different angles, light and shadows, and settings to make subjects pop.


Smartphone photography enthusiasts are also welcome!
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$49      
Natural Light Portraits

Natural Light Portraits

Saturday 19 July
Downtown Winnipeg - 11:30am - 2 Hours
Rafid Hasim
This meet-up will explore how we can take beautiful portraits using natural light and backgrounds. We will explore how to recognise flattering light and how to manipulate it whilst shooting in a less controlled environment than a studio. We will explore how we can work collaboratively with our subject to achieve a portrait that captures their personality and style. We will also look at posing and setting your subject at ease. Technical learning points will include accurate focusing and metering for skin tones.
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$49      

Outdoor Portraits

Outdoor Portraits

Saturday 09 August
Downtown Winnipeg - 11:30am - 2 Hours
Rafid Hasim
This meetup goes over some basic dos and don'ts for posing and looks at issues to do with shooting in daylight for the best results. Included are: shooting different body types, men, women and shooting with strong sunlight and shooting in shade, and designing your background (composition). Feel free to invite your family or friends to join us as models for this meetup. If you don't have anyone to bring along, no worries; we can all take photos of each other within the group. It's all about having a great time together!

You will preferably need a normal, 85mm or longer lens, or a zoom. If you have a wide-angle this can also be used as we will be also looking at environmental portraits.

This is the perfect meetup to learn how to take the perfect portraits of family and friends.
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$49      
Angles and Views

Angles and Views

Saturday 23 August
Southern Winnipeg - 11:30am - 2 Hours
Rafid Hasim
In this session we'll be looking at how we can challenge ourselves to find new viewpoints and perspectives when out with our camera, and how different angles can tell different photographic stories.

Finding strong landscape compositions using Angles and Point of View.
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$49      
Sunset Photography Meetup

Sunset Photography Meetup

Saturday 06 September
Downtown Winnipeg - 7pm - 2 Hours
Rafid Hasim
Learn how to use the proper settings to capture a beautiful sunset.Beyond just being a natural phenomenon, the setting of the sun symbolizes many things to a variety or people and cultures. The setting of the sun represents the completion of a day's work, so it represents the opportunity to rest.
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$49      

Street Photography at Night Meetup

Street Photography at Night Meetup

Saturday 20 September
Downtown Winnipeg - 7:30pm - 2 Hours
Rafid Hasim
Street photography encompasses a wide range of genres, and this week we'll be exploring night photography. 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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$49      
Smartphone Photography

Smartphone Photography

Saturday 04 October
Downtown Winnipeg - 11:30am - 2 Hours
Rafid Hasim
Unlock the potential of your pocket-sized creativity at the Smartphone Photography Meetup! Join us for a fun-filled gathering where the power of your smartphone camera is the star of the show.

Gain insights from an expert photographer who will share their experiences and secrets to achieving outstanding results with smartphone photography. Connect with fellow photography enthusiasts, share tips and tricks, and build lasting friendships with people who share your passion for visual storytelling. All skill levels are welcome!
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$49      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 18 October
Downtown Winnipeg - 11:30am - 3 Hours
Rafid Hasim
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
$110      

Natural Light Portraits

Natural Light Portraits

Saturday 01 November
Downtown Winnipeg - 2pm - 2 Hours
Rafid Hasim
This meet-up will explore how we can take beautiful portraits using natural light and backgrounds. We will explore how to recognise flattering light and how to manipulate it whilst shooting in a less controlled environment than a studio. We will explore how we can work collaboratively with our subject to achieve a portrait that captures their personality and style. We will also look at posing and setting your subject at ease. Technical learning points will include accurate focusing and metering for skin tones.
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$49      
Black and White Photography

Black and White Photography

Saturday 15 November
Downtown Winnipeg - 11:30am - 2 Hours
Rafid Hasim
Introduction to Black and White Photography. What makes a good Black and White shot?

We will look at the contrast and using textures. How does the camera see the image and how do we create Black and White images in a camera or in post-production. We will look for some good examples and set some exercises.

This is a more advanced course and assumes you understand the basics of photography and controlling your camera.
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$49      
ABOUT WINNIPEG
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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 Winnipeg.

  • 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.

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    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
    • REVIEWS
    I thought we would be walking downtown looking for photos rather than working on technique. Still, it was nice to meet everyone. Would be happy to join a "photo walk" if one is set up.
    4/5
    Jon
    2025-05-29
    The session was excellent but there were too many students and Rafid spent time with many so we had minimum time with him.
    4/5
    Jayesh
    2025-05-27
    I really enjoyed the event. Rafid was super engaging and helpful. As true beginner to photography, his instruction was easy to understand. I would take other classes with him and recommend him to any friends interested in photography.
    5/5
    Katrin
    2025-04-29

    Rafid was an excellent teacher. He spent one on one time with each participant and was able to speak at my level. He also showed you on your camera how to get the correct settings etc.
    5/5
    LA
    2025-04-28
    I would appreciate if you could advice in advance where the location such this time in Forks and if I knew ahead I might not to participate. I am not saying the Forks is not good but I want to shoot somewhere is new to me. But anyway this is a good opportunity for me. Thank you.
    4/5
    Patrick
    2025-04-14
    I got lots of good ideas and pointers on how to use my camera setting. I appreciate that time was taken to work with everyone at their level.
    5/5
    Harvey
    2025-03-04

    The Forks is always a good venue to do photography. Good session with informative and friendly participants.
    5/5
    Brenda
    2024-06-18
    Recommendation for beginners
    4/5
    Tonye
    2024-06-18
    This was a very interesting session and a great learning opportunity. Rafis is very knowledgeable and a good instructor. I liked that he helped us improve by giving advice to our photos.
    5/5
    Jayesh
    2024-06-17

    I learned lots, and appreciated the approach.
    5/5
    Dana
    2024-01-09
    The session was good but it was very cold outside and my fingers were frozen even with gloves.
    4/5
    Jayesh
    2023-10-30
    it was great. learned about indirect light / reflectors, golden hour, and positioning of the photograph (background and subject). Can't wait for the next class i take! And to apply what I have learned to take portraits of my kids (already ordered reflector kit to add to my pack).
    5/5
    David
    2023-10-17

    PHOTOGRAPHERS
    Rafid Hasim
    Meet Rafid Hasim - a motivated individual with a strong sense of aesthetics and a dedication to delivering exceptional customer service. He is fluent in English, Hindi, Urdu, and Panjabi, and holds a diploma in Photography and Business Administration from Red River College.

    Outside of work, his primary hobby and passion is photography. He finds great satisfaction in capturing fleeting moments through the lens of his camera, whether it's a stunning landscape, a candid portrait, or an intricate detail. He enjoys exploring new places and experimenting with different techniques and styles to create unique and striking images. Photography is his outlet for creativity and a means of connecting with the world around him, and he considers it an indispensable part of his life.

    Rafid Hasim is available for private bookings

    Available on weekends from 8 AM to 5 PM and on weekdays from 3 PM onwards

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    PHOTOS
    Winnipeg Photography Group
    2025-06-09
    Winnipeg Photography Group
    2025-06-04
    Title or Location: "Angel's Garden"(Location Winkler, MB)
    Nikon D61O, Nikkor 35-70 with ND8 filter35mm, f8.0, 1/160s, ISO 100
    Credit: Serhii Shalyhin
    Instagram: @mihalych_sergey
    Winnipeg Photography Group
    2025-05-05

    Winnipeg Photography Group
    2025-05-28
    Title or Location: Winkler, MB
    It was my very first day, when I went out with my first camera. No experience in manual mode and editing, only theory. And then I noticed a can on the grass. Just one shot...Nikon D610, Nikkor 35-70, f11, 1/200s, iso 1100
    Credit: Serhii Shalyhin
    Instagram: @mihaych_sergey
    Winnipeg Photography Group
    2025-03-24
    Winnipeg Photography Group
    2025-05-14
    Title or Location: Parc Montsouris Paris France
    This was a European heron perched on top of a tree, so I had to use my Zoom lenseto capture a close-up. This is for May 22 International Day for Biological Diversity .No editing, either than bit of cropping. Parc Montsouris in Paris has a wide range of plant and animal diversity.
    Credit: Brenda Lovell
    Instagram: X (twitter) @masklover

    Winnipeg Photography Group
    2024-07-15
    Winnipeg Photography Group
    2025-05-09
    Title or Location: Lockport, Manitoba
    "Well, what do you think Herb. Should we dive in and catch us some lunch?"While watching the Pelicans (American White Pelican) along the Red River at Lockport Manitoba, I couldn't help but notice these two Pelicans standing along the shore and watching their relatives in many groups of 5-6 looking down into the water waiting for a fish to swim by. When they spotted something, they would all dive in head first in unison to see who would get the the fish. They are very entertaining to watc
    Credit: Terry Jeffery
    Winnipeg Photography Group
    2024-07-15

    Winnipeg Photography Group
    2025-04-16
    Title or Location: The Forks, Winnipeg, MB
    I would love to take credit for the photo, but this was taken by my instructor Rafid. We were doing a private beginner class so I could learn how to use my new (used) camera. He was showing me how to photograph a sunset and used my camera to take the picture. He challenged me to use software to edit it. The original photo was very bright, lacking all detail. Through the software, I was able to pull out all the beautiful details.
    Credit: Kathy
    Instagram: grasshopperkiller
    Winnipeg Photography Group
    2024-07-15
    Winnipeg Photography Group
    2025-04-02
    Title or Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba
    While outside last night heating up the BBQ, I noticed an owl sitting high up on Spruce tree 3 doors down. It was a little past 6pm and the sun was setting and getting darker out. I quickly ran into the house to get my camera and casually walked the short distance down the street hoping not to scare it away. Being so high up in the tree, he was still bathed in the sun's setting rays. What a beautiful sight to see. I spent about 10 minutes with him before it finally leaped of the tree and sw
    Credit: Terry Jeffery

    Winnipeg Photography Group
    2023-10-17
    Minneapolis Photography Group
    2025-06-10
    Title or Location: Shiloh National Park, Tennessee
    Found this in my archives. It was taken about 25 years ago while touring the Shiloh Civil War Battlefield in Tennessee. The Battle of Shiloh took place in Hardin County Tennessee on April 6th and 7th, 1862.
    Credit: Tom Archibald - Archibald Studios
    Facebook: archibald.studios
    Instagram: archibald_studios
    Winnipeg Photography Group
    2023-10-17

    Riverside Photography Group
    2025-06-09
    Title or Location: "I See You"
    People often wonder why I bring such a large lens to the Zoo. I used a Sony G lens with a focal length of 300-600mm for this shot. When I visit the San Diego Wild Animal Park in Escondido, my objective is to take pictures that don't feel like they were taken at the zoo. In this case, the close-up of the tiger does just that, and you are brought into his focus. You can feel the intensity of his stare!Never stop capturing the moments!
    Credit: T A Davies
    Facebook: tadaviesphotography
    Instagram: TADavies.photography
    Augusta Photography Group
    2025-06-11
    Rochester Photography Group
    2025-06-09
    Title or Location: Shorne
    On one of my local walks I am lucky enough to have nesting buzzards, luckily they are not accessible so it?s pure luck to get close up shots and on this day recently I was in that lucky position as this one flew over me
    Credit: Quentin Moss
    Facebook: QM Photography
    Instagram: qm_photography.page

    Bell County Photography Group
    2025-06-10
    Cleveland Photography Group
    2025-06-08
    Title or Location: Wellington Reservation, Wellington, Ohio
    I am new to photography, and this was my very first attempt at a golden hour sunset photo. I had arrived plenty early to set up, but quickly got discouraged because I could not seem to get the exposure right when shooting into the sun. Just when I was ready to give up, the sun got low enough, and suddenly everything exploded with color. I was very happy with the photo at first, but now wish I had moved more to my left so I could cut the bridge out of the image. That white thing across the wa
    Credit: Lewis Szanyi
    Facebook: Lewis Szanyi IV
    Instagram: kayloutravel
    Bell County Photography Group
    2025-06-10

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