Workshop: Photography Essentials — a Change From Taking Snapshots to Creating Photographs In collaboration with Rick Belden Photography

CLT Shooters is proud to present our Photography Essentials Workshop, hosted in collaboration with Rick Belden Photography — a very experienced photographer with over 35 years of experience, more than 100 magazine covers, and a passion for teaching the craft.

This hands-on workshop is designed to help new and developing photographers make the jump from taking simple snapshots to creating intentional, well-composed photographs.

Who It’s For

This class is ideal for beginners ready to learn the fundamentals and intermediate photographers looking for a skill refresh. Whether you’re just picking up a camera or rediscovering your creative side, this workshop is built to help you grow.

What You’ll Learn

Under Rick’s guidance, you’ll explore what it takes to create powerful images through both technical understanding and creative vision.

• Learn to control exposure, composition, and camera settings

• Understand the relationship between aperture, shutter speed, ISO, and focus modes

• Apply what you learn to real-world scenarios to capture memorable images

What to Bring

To get the most from this class, please bring:

• Your camera and manual

• One lens of your choice

• A notepad for jotting down settings and insights

We recommend having basic camera knowledge — like making simple adjustments to aperture, shutter, ISO, and focus modes — and reading your camera manual before attending.

Why You Should Join

This collaboration between CLT Shooters and Rick Belden Photography blends community energy with professional experience. It’s the perfect environment to ask questions, connect with others, and start building your confidence behind the camera.

Location: Rick Belden Photo Studio

Date: Saturday October 18, 2025

Time: 10am-1pm

Registration: Register Now

Want to learn more about Rick Belden? Check out our recent post, Spotlight: Capturing Strength and Grace with Dance Photographer Rick Belden

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