May 2013 Workshops Now Available

Just announced are two workshops happening in May. May 11/12 will be an advanced course, with a beginners workshop on May 18/19. Both will be hosted at the Matty Photography ...

What Gear Do I Need?

Ok, so you are seriously considering taking one of the workshops. What gear do you need, what would I recommend, etc. I’m going to break this info down into two ...

Newbie to Photographer in 36 hours

I have a very inspiring story to share with all of you who may be looking into these workshops. If you are left wondering if it would be right for ...

Spotlight

Compact Cameras and Manual Control

So, you like photography. Maybe you are a casual shooter looking for ...

What Is “Off-Camera” Lighting?

Off-camera lighting is…well, just like it sounds. It’s taking a flash lighting ...

Recommend A Friend And Save!

These workshops are fun and loaded with information and hand-ons shooting experience, ...

Latest News

Another Fantastic Creative Lighting Workshop Completed!

Last Sunday marked the end of another awesome workshop and the beginning of a newly acquired set of lighting skills for the photographers who attended. The workshop days always go by so fast, another reason why I’m so glad I … Continue reading

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A New Set of Empowered Photographers Released Into The Wild

That’s about the best word I can think of at the moment to describe the transformation the beginner photography workshop students experience – empowerment. Students start their Saturday morning unsure of the mysterious device they hold in their hand, unsure … Continue reading

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Advanced Workshop Feb 2/3!

Really excited about this workshop! Ok, I’m always excited about any of the workshops, I love doing them. BUT… the new studio is open, and it is the perfect place for these workshops. 3,000 sq. ft. of space for us … Continue reading

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Beginner Workshop – January 19/20 at the New Studio!

Very excited about a number of a things – the new studio opening up, along with all of the SPACE we’ll have to host workshops. This is a guaranteed treat for any future students wanting to jump into the world … Continue reading

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Another Fun Workshop Completed

Another great workshop, and a fun location to host the class as well! It was held at well-preserved, historic train station in Centralia, WA. The weather was crummy, as can be predicted in October, but that was just fine with … Continue reading

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October 20th – Advanced Workshop

Ok, Lewis County photographers, Matty Workshops is coming to you this October. I am holding an advanced workshop October 20th. It’s an all-day workshop focused solely on off-camera lighting. It’s going to be a fun full day of making eye-catching … Continue reading

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First Advanced Workshop Completed

A few weeks ago marked the completion of the first Matty Photography advanced workshop. Unlike it’s sister program, the beginner workshop, which has 3 runs under it’s belt, the advanced class just completed it’s maiden voyage. As with everything educational, … Continue reading

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Making Daunting Tasks A Piece Of Cake – Streamlining Post Processing

Is this post a little late to the game? For those who already use applications like Aperture and Lightroom (more about these later in the post), yes, this post is about the biggest “duh!” article you’ll have read in a … Continue reading

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Creating Raw Moments With Lighting

A pop, a flash, a split second later, a photograph is made. But this photograph… it’s got some spice to it, something you can’t see with your eyes, and there is a lot more going on than you might think … Continue reading

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April Beginner Workshop

Another beginner workshop has come and gone. The weekend workshops just go so fast! What is really amazing is being present to see the transformation of students who walk into the class Saturday morning and don’t even know what the … Continue reading

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