Master Manual Photography - Beginner Level (Tanzania)

Join us for a beginner-friendly, hands-on workshop on mastering manual photography. Learn the essential camera settings and techniques to take full creative control of your images.

The Canon Academy is dedicated to helping Canon users grow their photography skills through practical, interactive workshops. In this beginner-level session, you’ll learn how to move beyond automatic mode and understand the core principles that allow you to create stunning images in any condition.

Led by Trainer Clemence Eliah, this workshop combines theory, practice, and expert feedback to fast-track your growth as a photographer.

What awaits you

In this session, you’ll explore:

  • The exposure triangle (aperture, shutter speed, ISO) and how to balance them
  • How to compose visually engaging photographs
  • Understanding and working with lighting in different conditions
  • How to achieve sharp focus and maintain clarity in your images
  • Practical shooting exercises to reinforce learning

This workshop blends classroom instruction with guided, real-world shooting practice.

What you should bring

  • Your Canon camera (DSLR or mirrorless)
  • Any lenses you own
  • A fully charged battery and a memory card with space for practice shots
  • Notebook or mobile device for note-taking (optional). 

Learning Objective

By the end of this session, you will understand how to confidently use manual mode, adjust your camera settings for different situations, and make deliberate creative choices to capture the images you envision.