Learn To Photograph Your Work - For Jewellery Makers, Sunday 16/08/26

Duration: 8 hours

Date:  Sunday 16/08/2026

Teacher: Samantha Mackie

Bookings: www.samanthamackie.com

Link: https://www.samanthamackie.com/photo-workshop/p/x7s0ak4h9iwj9ltk0rgrspjmhd82dp

Class Description: 

Learn To Photograph Your Work - For Jewellery Makers

Professional photography isn’t always an option or available every time you need photographs of your work. This hands-on workshop is designed to give you the skills to capture your work anytime, using your iPhone!

What you will learn…..

-      Maximising Your iPhone’s Features – Unlock the potential of your iPhone’s

-      Composition & Styling – Learn the essentials of composition and styling to showcase your work in the most flattering way for improved sales and prize entries.

-       Props & Backgrounds – Explore how to select and use props to improve your images without overpowering your work and how make your own easy back drops.

-        Using Natural & Artificial Light – Understand more about light basics and improve your photos with minimal setup.

-        Basic DIY Equipment – Learn about simple, affordable gear you can buy or even make yourself to elevate your photography.

-        Editing Your Photos – Step-by-step guidance on simple editing - using one of the best photo editing apps available - and it’s free.

-        Preparing Images for Social Media, Web & Print – Get tips on how to prepare your images for competitions, Instagram to print-ready marketing files.

INCLUDES:

Morning tea, tea and coffee

Written Notes & Cheat Sheets

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WHAT TO BRING

-            Two or three pieces of your work

-            Your iphone - fully charged and a charging cable

-            Lunch

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TERMS AND CONDITIONS : PLEASE READ BEFORE BOOKING

This workshop is number dependant. If full class numbers are not, met the class may not go ahead.

We have a lot to get through in one day so workshop will start at 930am sharp and there probably will not be time to go over what you have missed

Cancellations: Cancellations made 2 weeks prior will be fully refunded. Cancellations made one week prior will receive 50% refund. Cancellations made within 72hrs will not be refunded but you are more than welcome to send someone in your place.

WAIT LIST:

Send an email to : hello@samanthamackie.com to register your interest for the next date

WHAT PARTICIPANTS HAVE SAID ABOUT SAM’S PHOTO WORKSHOPS!

“ I am wandering around seeing different light, texture and shadows at every turn - it’s wonderful! ”

“Generosity of spirit from mentors is vital to pass the skills on in order to help novices flourish -  Thank you so much for yesterday it was incredibly informative, relaxed and accessible ”

“ It was lots of fun and very useful ”

“It was a game changer”

“I truly loved the workshop. You are an amazing teacher; you worked the room and acknowledged/referenced people’s work when appropriate – that is such a skill”.

“Course notes were excellent!”

 “I feel I got a lot out of it”

“I’m excited to shoot my own work now!”

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Minimum Numbers

This class requires a minimum of four students to go ahead. In the unlikely event minimum numbers are not reached, we will contact you with alternative dates to reschedule your booking.

Cancellation & Rescheduling

Due to limited availability in our private and group classes, all bookings are non-refundable. Rescheduling is also not possible, as the logistical arrangements and personalized focus of each class cater to small groups. The Metal Space is required to pay tutor fees regardless of attendance. If you fail to attend or miss your scheduled booking, you will not be eligible for a refund.

In the event this class is cancelled by The Metal Space for unforeseen reasons, the class fee will be refunded to the students.

Refunds are processed promptly by The Metal Space however we are not able to determine how long the financial institution may take to transfer. Please allow up to 10 business days for the refund to be processed. 

Make up classes

If a class is missed for any reason, a make-up session cannot be offered. As a small school with a limited number of classes, we are unable to accommodate or cover the cost of a tutor for make-up sessions.

Please check your schedule and ensure your availability before enrolling.

Student Responsibility

At all times it is the student’s responsibility to check the class starting date, time and venue location.