THIS WORKSHOP WILL TAKE PLACE FEB 21ST, 2026

DOWNTOWN SALT LAKE CITY! (AGES 14-25)

📸 Teen Photography Workshop – Curriculum (4–5 hours)

Workshop Goal:

Teens will gain hands-on experience with cameras, lenses, lighting, and editing — leaving with a mini portfolio and new confidence in photography.

1. Welcome & Introduction (15 min)

• Meet & greet

• Overview of workshop goals

• Quick icebreaker activity
  

2. Camera Basics (30–40 min)

• Understanding camera types & settings (DSLR, mirrorless, and smartphone options)

• ISO, shutter speed, aperture explained in teen-friendly terms

• How to compose a shot & focus basics

• Tips for creative framing and perspective

3. Lenses & Composition (30 min)

• Overview of common lenses (wide, standard, zoom, prime)

• How lens choice changes the image look

• Rule of thirds, leading lines, symmetry, and framing

• Hands-on demo: experimenting with lens choices

4. Lighting Essentials (30–40 min)

• Natural light vs. artificial light

• How to manipulate light for mood and effect

• Practical exercise: adjusting lighting for portraits- SIMPLE TRICKS TO READ LIGHT

5. Hands-On Shooting (1.5–2 hours)

• Teens shoot each other in the studio

• Rotate through different setups & lighting styles

• Instructor guidance and mini critiques

• Optional creative challenges (motion shots, dramatic shadows, props)

6. Editing Basics (30–40 min)

• Introduction to Lightroom / basic photo editing tools

• Adjusting exposure, contrast, color, and sharpness

• Cropping & composition tweaks

• Hands-on: edit one or two of their own images

7. Wrap-Up & Portfolio Review (15–20 min)

• Select favorite images from the session

• Quick group slideshow / share

• Feedback & tips for continued practice

• Optional certificate of completion or workshop badge

Bonus :

• ONE ONLINE COURSE FROM ANGIE

• ONE HEADSHOT TAKEN BY ANGIE TO USE FOR THEIR PORTFOLIO