Personalized Photography Workshops

Hands-on guidance and practice to elevate your photography

Love Your Camera began as a free webinar, born out of a desire to engage, connect and share my passion with others during COVID-19. I’m thrilled to relaunch ‘Love Your Camera‘ as a 3-5 hour workshop to help kickstart your photography journey.

Heart Series

This is just the beginning of your photography journey. My hope is to light a fire and ignite your passion to learn more. Photography does not have to be complicated. Once you understand the foundations of the art itself and how to take control of your camera, the sky really is the limit.

Each hands on workshop experience will empower you to:

Learn the key principles of what makes an amazing photograph
Explore the fundamentals of light and composition
Understand the relationship between aperture, shutter speed and ISO
Select your fave shooting mode (it’s not AUTO)
Locate must know camera modes and functions
Find perfect focus in all situations
Discover exposure compensation and change how you see light
Identify the perfect lens selection and uses
Create depth of field and bokeh (blurry) background
Capture, freeze and slow motion in all its forms

Essence Series

Ready to take your photography to the next level? If you’re actively shooting in either Manual or Aperture Priority with a reasonable grasp of the relationship between aperture, shutter speed and ISO (Exposure Triangle), it’s time to level up your photography.

Whether you’re relatively new to photography or more advanced, each workshop is designed to enhance your creative nature behind your camera.

Workshops are designed to cater to and enhance each individual’s knowledge and experience while exploring genres and themes of photography such as:

People and Pets
Landscape and Nature
Abstract and Impressionist
Flora and Fauna
Motion and Movement
Travel

Pricing:

Choose one or more workshops (or mix and match) from the Heart or Essence Series. Bundle and save while you grow your confidence and creativity as a photographer. Each session builds on the fundamentals and expands your overall experience and photography knowledge.

SOLO

$198

Perfect as a refresher or to follow your curiosity and explore your creative nature as a photographer
Learn the basics of photography and must know camera functions

DUO

$346

SAVE $50

Ideal for the more serious photographer committed to enhancing their photography experience.
Become confident with the foundations and kickstart your photography journey

TRIO

$494

SAVE $100

Recommended for the photographer ready to embrace and become fully confident behind their camera
Explore new genres of photography and expand your creative nature

- 3 to 5 hours of hands-on guidance and practice
- Up to 3 spectacular photography locations in the Kelowna area
- 1 really fantastic lunch with a view (workshops over 4 hours)
- My 6 step SASSIE model for creating a photography mindset
- Option to request 1:1 or small group (up to 6 people)
- On demand post workshop support
- A wide variety of Okanagan Valley photo opportunities
- All of your photography questions answered
- Complimentary access to a camera if you don’t have one yet
- Consultation on purchasing your new camera and photography gear
- Flexible rescheduling within 48 hours
- Group size limited to 6 photographers
- Missed workshops non refundable
- Available weekends or weekdays as requested
- All inclusive fees include post session support
- Participation is at your own risk and liability
- Operate in all weather conditions except Environment Canada weather warnings
- Locations and lessons customized for your individual needs
- Minors must be accompanied by a legal guardian without extra fees
- Camera and lenses
- Bottle of water
- Fully charged camera battery (even better if you have a spare)
- Empty memory card (keep things simple and review photos of the day)
- Comfy walking shoes (great sites don’t come to us)
- Dress for all weather
- Sunscreen and hat (umbrellas can be great for sun and rain)
- Journal (recommended if you like to take notes)

Workshop Schedule:

CALENDAR: Spring 2024 dates are available on demand to accommodate your schedule. Book now via email donna@donnakoch.com or text/call (250) 470-9404

TIME: Workshops typically begin at 9:30 and run for 3-5 hours depending on registration numbers (start time is flexible to individual needs)

LOCATION: Select locations around the Kelowna area confirmed upon registration