Macro & Close-Up Photography Cape Town

Macro & Close-Up Photography Cape Town Macro & Close-Up Photography and Photography Training Milnerton and Kirstenbosch Garden, Cape Town.

Tailor-made (individual) learning sessions for specific Canon EOS / EOS R Macro & Close-Up photography requirements. Any Canon EOS / EOS R body / lens combination with / without a macro lens is suitable for most of the training sessions. During initial contact I will determine the learner's current skills, Canon EOS (R) system and other learning / photographic challenges / requirements. Training /

demonstrations are done on the client's own Canon EOS bodies attached to various Canon RF / EF / EF-S and or other Canon compatible lenses covering macro, standard zoom tele-photo focal lengths (Generally 50mm-300mm depending on the type of Canon Body / Lens paring). Milnerton / Kirstenbosch Garden Training Locations:

Vernon Chalmers Photography Training Studio Milnerton. Photography practical around Woodbridge Island or Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden. Macro / Close-Up Photography Learning Areas:
- Introduction
- Macro / Close-Up Flowers
- Cameras / Lenses / Accessories
- Exposure / Focus Settings
- Macro / Close-Up Techniques
- Adding Light / Macro Lighting
- Autofocus vs Manual Focus Options
- Composition Guidelines
- Post-Processing (Adobe Lightroom)

All Macro / Close-Up Photography Workshop promotions, bookings and logistics are facilitated by Vernon Chalmers Photography Training.

Canon EOS R / PowerShot Cameras to be Released 2025 - 2026We should see some of the following highly anticipated / specu...
07/12/2024

Canon EOS R / PowerShot Cameras to be Released 2025 - 2026

We should see some of the following highly anticipated / speculated Canon EOS R | Canon PowerShot Cameras released during 2025 - 2026.

Please note: It is quite possible that the mentioned Canon cameras may not be released in the proposed format.

Canon EOS R Cameras to be Released 2025 - 2026
"Canon has some exciting plans for their EOS R lineup in 2025 and 2026 1! Here are some of the anticipated releases:

- EOS R7 Mark II: A new iteration of the EOS R7, expected to have significant updates 2.

- Retro-inspired EOS R Camera: To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the AE-1, Canon plans to release a retro-styled camera by the end of 2025 2.

- Full-frame Global Shutter Sensor Camera: A new Cinema EOS camera with a global shutter sensor, positioned above the Cinema EOS C400 2.

- APS-C Video-focused Camera: A new APS-C camera with enhanced video capabilities 1.

- EOS R100 Mark II: Likely featuring improvements over its predecessor 2.

- High Megapixel Full-frame Camera: Rumored to have a 100MP sensor, catering to photography enthusiasts 1.

Canon Powershot Cameras to be Released 2025 - 2026

"Canon has some interesting plans for their PowerShot cameras in the coming years 1! Here are a few anticipated releases for 2025 and 2026:

- PowerShot G7X Mark IV: Expected to be a significant upgrade from its predecessor, with enhanced features and performance 1.

- New High-End Compact Camera: Rumored to offer advanced features and improved image quality, catering to enthusiasts and professionals alike 1.

- Entry-Level PowerShot: A more affordable model aimed at casual photographers, possibly with a streamlined, smartphone-like experience 1.

Canon seems to be focusing on both high-end and entry-level models, ensuring there's something for everyone."

Source / Reference>> https://www.vernonchalmers.photography/2024/09/canon-eos-r-cameras-to-be-released-2024.html

Current Canon EOS R CamerasCanon EOS R Full-Frame / APS-C Camera Bodies (2018 - 2024)Since the announcement of the first...
15/08/2024

Current Canon EOS R Cameras

Canon EOS R Full-Frame / APS-C Camera Bodies (2018 - 2024)

Since the announcement of the first EOS R camera (October 2018), the Canon EOS R, we have witness a definite move from Canon EOS DSLRs to the more contemporary Canon EOS R System - Full-Frame and APS-C (mirrorless) cameras (supported with a wide range of RF / RF-S lenses and other accessories). With the launch of the Canon EOS R1 and Canon EOS R5 Mark II (Full-Frame) Canon is offering a modern-technology selection of EOS R bodies to suite the professional and enthusiast photographer alike. (Vernon Chalmers)

Canon EOS R System - EOS R Full Frame Bodies:
- Canon EOS R1
- Canon EOS R3
- Canon EOS R5 Mark II
- Canon EOS R5 / Canon EOS R5 C
- Canon EOS R6 / Canon EOS R6 Mark II
- Canon EOS R8
- Canon EOS Ra / Canon EOS RP
- Canon EOS R

Canon EOS R System - EOS R APS-C Bodies:
- Canon EOS R7
- Canon EOS R10
- Canon EOS R50
- Canon EOS R100

Attached image: Canon EOS R5 Camera / RF 100-500mm f/4.5-7 IS USM Lens.

Learn more: https://www.vernonchalmers.photography/2024/08/current-canon-eos-r-cameras.html

Canon Student Development Programme 2024 Now OpenNow in its eighth year, the programme has already helped pave the way f...
17/02/2024

Canon Student Development Programme 2024 Now Open

Now in its eighth year, the programme has already helped pave the way for over 1,000 aspiring photojournalists, connecting young talent from across EMEA (Europe Middle-East Africa) with some of the most influential names in the industry.

London, UK – 1st February 2024 – Canon Europe announces the call for entries for the eighth edition of the Canon Student Development Programme (CSDP), a prestigious annual programme designed to help aspiring photojournalists advance their careers. The industry-leading initiative offers access and exposure to experienced professionals from the photographic community and the opportunity to attend key industry events.

Visit the Vernon Chalmers Canon Camera News Website For More:
https://www.canoncameranews-capetown.info/2024/02/canon-student-development-programme.html

The Mirrorless Data is Clear: Canon is No 1MELVILLE, NY, February 8, 2024 –Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imagi...
17/02/2024

The Mirrorless Data is Clear: Canon is No 1

MELVILLE, NY, February 8, 2024 –Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions is proud to announce they have solidified the #1 mirrorless camera brand position for a third year in a row in 20231 and was the #1 mirrorless camera brand in the U.S. in 20232.

Since the introduction of the EOS R system, Canon has continued its innovative product developments with cameras such as the EOS R6 Mark II, EOS R5 C, EOS R5 and EOS R8. The robust rolodex of cameras has options for the professional photographer on the sidelines of world-class sporting events, to portrait or wedding photographers looking to capture a moment of a lifetime and the family photographer who is documenting the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Canon mirrorless cameras have a place in the gear bags of any visual storyteller looking for high-quality images and video.

Read More on the Global Vernon Chalmers Canon Camera News Website
https://www.canoncameranews-capetown.info/2024/02/the-mirrorless-data-is-clear-canon-is.html

Update: Photography Competitions South Africa 2024 Listing of the latest Photography Competitions and Awards (for Landsc...
22/01/2024

Update: Photography Competitions South Africa 2024

Listing of the latest Photography Competitions and Awards (for Landscape, Macro, Nature, Wildlife and Travel etc.) on some of the most well-known South African companies / magazines / newspapers / NGO websites offering photography competitions in South Africa.

Please note: Some of these South African online photography competitions / contests are once-off competitions: read more on the listed websites for updated 2024 / 2025 competitions. Some of the current photo / photography competitions may have expired.

Contact the photography competition organisers about any future competitions.

I will update SA photography competitions / winners on my website as they are made available (during 2024).

Source / Reference>>
https://www.vernonchalmers.photography/2017/06/photography-competitions-south-africa.html

Overpowering Midday Sun with Canon HSS FlashDuring Nov 2023 I made reference to an update I will do in how to use a Cano...
17/01/2024

Overpowering Midday Sun with Canon HSS Flash

During Nov 2023 I made reference to an update I will do in how to use a Canon Speedlite flash (and some cases - if available - from the built-in / pop-up flash in Canon EOS cameras) in capturing day-time images with camera flash – using HSS (in ETTL or Manual Flash Mode).

HSS refers to 'High Speed Synch' flash photography when using a Canon camera flash over its default / limited flash synch speed. Most DSLR’s / Mirrorless cameras (if not all) will only provide a maximum shutter speed with flash between i.e. 1/250s - 1/300s. Meaning the highest shutter speed that is obtainable in all shooting Modes will be limited to the embedded synch speed.

In overcoming this limitation the photographer can either (via) the built-in flash or external Speedlite flash settings in the camera set higher shutter speeds (up to i.e. 1/4000s - 1/8000s) by enabling HSS. Please note this function is not available on all Canon EOS DSLR cameras.

The objective of HSS flash is to provide a higher shutter speed for a softer light – i.e. to fill the shadows during day-time / sunny conditions. This effectively means that you can push the flash to use the camera’s highest shutter speed i.e. 1/8000s.

My example / attached image:
This image was captured during a summer’s day at +- 14:00 with a blustering wind rapidly moving the yellow flower from side to side. To manage these challenges I used a Canon Speedlight flash set on HSS at 1/8000s.

The advantages of using HSS in attached Yellow Flower image:
- To freeze to motion (in the blistering wind)
- To reduce the brightness of the yellow flower by exposing via HSS

Without HSS this flower would have been totally over-exposed. Although it’s possible to stop the motion without using HSS, it would not assist in providing a proper exposure for the bright yellow flower.

P.S. Something to keep in mind: experimenting with various Apertures / Shutter Speeds will influence the overall exposure / and or background lighting.

Canon Equipment used:
- Canon EOS 70D
- Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6L IS USM Lens
- Canon Speedlite 430EX III-RT (with Diffuser)

Source / Reference / More Information>>
https://www.vernonchalmers.photography/2019/11/using-high-speed-sync-flash-in.html

Wild flowers with Canon EOS 6D / EF 70-300mm lens (and Extension Tube)During this morning's training we ‘focussed’ on la...
21/07/2022

Wild flowers with Canon EOS 6D / EF 70-300mm lens (and Extension Tube)

During this morning's training we ‘focussed’ on larger apertures photographing wild flowers in the morning sun. The sun may have been a little high (bright / over-exposing areas of the flowers) for this type of photography training (but, we had to get through some theory first😊).

While my client was experimenting with various larger apertures I took quick advantage of the time / light to take a couple of snapshots with my setup.

Advantage of the extension tube:
It reduced the minimum focus distance (MFD) between the lens and the subject. Not to be confused with a close-up lens filter. The close-up filter also functions with the Autofocus / other electronics of the camera and lens / paring. I personally find the extension tube to be more effective for this type of photography (and easier to use) than the lens close-up filter (with more of a objective to act as n pseudo macro lens).

It can take a while to become comfortable using an extension tube / or close-up lens filter ito distance and what apertures to use.

It can be a very cost effective addition for ‘close-up’ work in reasonable light. It is much cheaper to use a extension tube that to purchase a macro lens, especially if you’re only going yo use a macro lens a few times a year.

Advantage of using a Full Frame camera for flower photography:
Due to its larger sensor compered to the APS-C (crop) sensor it captures more light and provides more background blur.

An APS-C (crop sensor) could have its own advantages of creating more magnification (as my client experimented with). This will depend on the (quality / focal length) of the lens used.

Apertures used with the attached flowers:
- Image 1 = f/5.6
- Image 2 = f/11
- Image 3 = f/5.6
- Image 4 = f/8

Canon Equipment Used:
- Canon EOS 6D (Full Frame body)
- Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6L IS USM Lens
- Canon Extension Tune EF 25 II

Location: Contantia, Cape Town

Source / Ref: https://www.vernonchalmers.photography/2022/07/wild-flowers-with-canon-eos-6d-ef-70.html

Learning Photography in the Comfort of your own Home / GardenPrivate Nature Photography Training Cape Town / Cape Penins...
15/07/2022

Learning Photography in the Comfort of your own Home / Garden

Private Nature Photography Training Cape Town / Cape Peninsula

Canon EOS / EOS R / Powershot Camera and Photography training sessions around the Cape Peninsula.

I recently started an initiative where I travel to clients for facilitating my private Canon Camera / Photography Training Sessions in the comfort of their own homes and / or garden environments.

This type of training is most suitable for garden birds, butterflies and flowers. Many other close-up subjects will also be discussed and / or photographed. Practical training sessions could be in-house / in the garden or at Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden (also for incorporating some landscape photography if required). Birds in Flight photography training practical will depend on proximity to areas where there are birds in flight to photograph. Birds in Flight sessions at Woodbridge Island could also be worked into a private programme (if required).

Morning training sessions are always recommended, but other options are also available.

Private Photography Training Costs:
The costs for any of my traveling training is the same as offered in my studio at Milnerton with a added cost-effective / pro-rata traveling cost for covering fuel expenses. Individual traveling costs will be calculated relevant to client address distance from my studio in Milnerton.

From R750 per 4-hour session for Canon EOS / EOS R photographers. Rates for Canon Powershot photographers will always be slightly less - specific cost will depending on the PowerShot camera used. This is the same rate structure as used in-studio in Milnerton / Woodbridge Island. Practical shooting sessions will be integrated into the training.

A typical training programme of three training sessions (x 4 to 5 hours) For EOS / EOS R cameras is R2 000-00 (excluding traveling costs). One or two longer sessions may also be considered.

Small Group Workshops across the Cape Peninsula:
Small group photography workshops of i.e. 2 to 5+ delegates with Canon EOS / EOS R / PowerShot cameras and lenses) are also options (if it can be arranged by the group). Logistics, location and other costs will be calculated to make it more cost-effective per delegate. Please note during these workshops Canon PowerShot photographers will pay the same rate as all other delegates (with EOS / EOS R cameras).

Contact Me via WhatsApp or Facebook Messenger on this Page or visit my website for more options. Link is at the bottom of this post.

Photography Training / Learning Objectives:
Tailor-made (individual / small group) learning programmes are prepared for specific Canon EOS R / EOS DSLR / PowerShot camera and photography requirements with the following broad objectives:
- Individual Needs / Gear Analysis
- Canon EOS Camera Menus / Settings
- Exposure Settings and Options
- Specific Genre Application(s) and Skills Development
- Practical Shooting Sessions
- Adobe Lightroom post-processing training (if required)
- Recommendations of future equipment
- Ongoing training / skills development support

Photography Private Training Sessions Cape Peninsula
- Introduction to Photography / Canon Cameras
- Bird / Flower Photography Kirstenbosch
- Birds in Flight / Bird Photography Training
- Canon Speedlite Flash Photography Training
- Macro / Close-Up Photography
- Landscape / Long Exposure Photography
- Digital Workflow / Lightroom Post-Processing

There are more image examples on the website.

Source / Ref: https://www.vernonchalmers.photography/2022/07/learn-photography-in-comfort-of-your.html

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