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Krista Abelavia Google

4 months ago

Tom is a wonderful and very thoughtful teacher, who is clearly passionate about sharing photography with others! I've taken other photography classes in the past and they can be overwhelming, but he broke things down in a way that was comprehensive and digestible. The lectures were helpful and the ability to ask questions alongside our hands-on practice allowed us to become more comfortable with the camera. I walked away feeling excited and motivated to keep learning and shooting!

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Christinevia Google

6 months ago

The Gamble Garden photo walk with Tom was a fantastic opportunity for me to learn a ton about my camera and discover a lovely place I’d never been before. Tom generously spent a lot of time taking me through the settings on my new camera and answering questions about its functionality. We discussed lenses and accessories and took a bunch of test shots before heading out into the garden proper, where there were so many lovely things to photograph—flowers, vines, fruits, insects. By the end of the morning, I felt like I had a good grasp on how to shoot flowers in manual mode, and I came away with some really great photos. Highly recommended!

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Suchi Jainvia Google

11 months ago

Tom is an outstanding teacher. I attended the DSLR/M Jumpstart session, and found the session as the perfect balance between theory and hands-on learning. Tom expertly navigated the class, providing individualized guidance on camera setup to help each of us achieve desired results, all while ensuring no one was left behind. Personally, for the first time, I feel confident using my camera in Manual mode and have a clearer understanding of many terms I had previously encountered in YouTube tutorials. I would not hesitate to join any of Tom’s in-person classes again.

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Tammy Newmanvia Google

11 months ago

My friend and I took Tom's composition class and had a great time. Tom talked to us about how to think about composition and light, and then sent us out to take pictures. We then came in, looked at everyone's photos and talked about what worked and what could be improved. We learned so much! Tom was patient, funny, and a great cheerleader for us newbies. I enjoyed the class so much I ended up taking an individual session with Tom. I knew enough to know what areas I needed help with. Tom's wealth of knowledge is such a benefit for novices like me just getting started with photography. I highly recommend Tom's classes if you're just starting out or if you want to take your photos to the next level. Thank you, Tom!

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Ilona Kelvetvia Google

12 months ago

Amazing class! I took the beginner class and could not have asked for more! Tom was very welcoming, knowledgeable and fun. He explored many areas that a beginner needs to know, gave us hands on experience time and guide us through it. He was kind and patient with my questions and presented the material in an engaging way. On top of that, the class is small enough for a group to have meaningful exchanges while learning. The best part is that I actually understand the basics of my camera now, can easily use it in manual mode and stay forever away from auto :) I highly recommend it! And I’m going back for composition next!