"I came to your workshops with no particular knowledge on photography or practice unlike other participants. I am much more confident now in understanding the tricks for taking a good picture. You made complicated issues easy for me. Thank you very much and I will see you in some of your other workshops.."
"The basic photography course has given me an understanding of how to control the technical functions of the camera. I would recommend Michael's course for anyone trying to get to grips with their camera. It helps if you read your camera manual and practice lots in parallel with the course. Thank you Michael."
"I thoroughly enjoyed the basic and practical workshops and would recommend them to anybody who would like to improve their photography techniques. I learned so much that I didn't know before and now have a lot more confidence in taking "good" photographs. Really good value for money."
"I joined the workshop expecting a classroom. I was wrong. Simply amazing! The amount of energy and enthusiasm Michael brings to his courses brought my learning experience to a new level. He made all those technical stuff seem so down to earth and easy to understand. I have attended workshops before. But never as fun and as passionate as the one Michael did. He has a special way of including humor to the learning process."
"I found it truly practical, very comprehensible and FUN! A good balance between the technical and creative aspects. It got me thinking on images i took in the past and how to approach photography. Thanks for all."
"The Basic Photography WS is very well organized and prepared: a good balance of theory and practical steps to stimulate interest in a wide audience. I particularly appreciated the professional way of conducting the sessions while sharing very personal hints and lessons learned from the field. Thank you, Michael!"
"Excellent course Michael and full of creative freedom, experimentation and hands on practical learning. Great job!"
"This workshop was fantastic, it was so well planned and Michael really made it easy to understand the basics of taking photos. He was also endlessly patient with our millions of questions! I would highly recommend it!"
"Excellent workshop! In the past years I'd done several photography classes, but they never 'got me going'. Very well explained, excellent for the novice to get to grips with all the basics - I totally recommend this workshop!"
"It was a real pleasure taking the practical photo workshop with Michael. It was really dynamic and instructive. Technically and practically, I really learnt a lot! Thanks Michael!"
"I did indeed enjoy the entire course – from A-Z – the group was great, but your sense of humour definitely contributed!"
"I have to say I feel very proud of myself and I actually got the camera working for me instead of the other way around."
"I was happy with this workshop. For my level (let's call it complete beginner) it was exactly what I needed."
"Having taken Michael’s first course on digital photography, this second course really allowed me to go into more depth on techniques and tricks. The combination of theory with practical sessions is a really value added as you tend to learn a lot more by doing and applying theory in practice. Looking forward to more courses to build on the skills learned so far."
“I attended the introduction to photography class with Michael, which was a real eye-opener. Great explanations for those of us who used to 'point and shoot'. Michael has developed a step by step approach to cover all the neccessities for aspiring photographers. I strongly recommend the course and thanks to Michael, I am now staying off the pre programed modes.”
“What I admire in Michael's work as an art photographer is his capacity to capture the simple and normal things of life around the globe and turn it each time, simply through composition or camera technique, in an original, inspiring photograph.”
“I took part in two courses organised by Michael Chia (Creatif Image). The first one Basic Photography Workshop opened my eyes to all the possibilities a DSLR camera holds. Micheal managed to explain all otherwise complicated terms and technology in simple words and made sure everyone understands them before moving to the next topic. He also gave us a lot of clues, tips and out-of-the-box ideas that many professionals would rather keep for themselves. Also provided great technical support and personalized 1-to-1 tuition. The second course I took was Lightroom Workshop - thorough explanation of the Adobe's photography software, which would be impossible to grasp just on intuitive basis or with a guide book. Both courses took place in small groups, using multimedia and showing on-the-spot examples to illustrate the techniques as you go. Whatever course you decide to take, I am sure you will get the best value for your money and definitely a life changing experience, as Micheal will take you and your pictures a step closer to the world of professional photography. Highly recommended!”
“From fascinating workshops and courses to corporate photography, Michael is a truly professional, pleasure to work with!”
“I have completed two photography courses with Michael - one on basic (beginner) photography and one on (more advanced) practical photography - and cannot recommend him highly enough. Michael’s courses are well researched, well run, highly engaging and above all good fun. Michael is a patient and attentive teacher and talented photographer who has given me the tools and the motivation to practise and develop my skills further.”
“Michael is great photographer and artist. He takes wonderful pictures and I really enjoyed his workshop.”
“Michael taught me basic photography through his courses in Brussels, belgium. I enjoyed working with him -- he is very professional and also very apt at sharing his skills. He is a gracious artist who seeks to inspire others with the art of photography. I have recommended Michael to a number of colleagues and organizations. He is the perfect person to work on photography projects in any corner of hte world. he his sensitive to other cultures, speaks multiple languages and uses his camera as a tool for communication.”
“I took part in a six-week photography course given by Michael. His training was clear, very informative, and given with enthusiasm for the subject and a desire to help people learn through doing. I can highly recommend him for his training sessions and as a personable and friendly person to work with.”
"I think that Michael’s basic photography workshop should be considered by every new owner of an SLR camera. Michael not only explains in an easy and understandable way all the basic options of the camera but also helps you see that photography is not represented by a bunch of numbers on your lens but is all about finding the right moment, the right constellation. He will not only teach you everything you need to know about the correct exposure but also makes you understand that there is no right and wrong in photography. Once you become a master in setting the correct shutter speed and aperture, the choice of how to capture the surrounding beauty is in your hands. Michael is opened to new ideas and discussion and has an excellent sense of humor that makes this workshop fun and fresh. I found him a true inspiration and I’d recommend his workshop to anybody without a doubt!"
Artemis Hull, GREECE
"The basic photography course has given me an understanding of how to control the technical functions of the camera. I would recommend Michael's course for anyone trying to get to grips with their camera. It helps if you read your camera manual and practice lots in parallel with the course. Thank you Michael."
Annette Poro, IRELAND
"I thoroughly enjoyed the basic and practical workshops and would recommend them to anybody who would like to improve their photography techniques. I learned so much that I didn't know before and now have a lot more confidence in taking "good" photographs. Really good value for money."
Ronan Vennard, IRELAND
"I joined the workshop expecting a classroom. I was wrong. Simply amazing! The amount of energy and enthusiasm Michael brings to his courses brought my learning experience to a new level. He made all those technical stuff seem so down to earth and easy to understand. I have attended workshops before. But never as fun and as passionate as the one Michael did. He has a special way of including humor to the learning process."
David O'Brien, UNITED STATES
"I found it truly practical, very comprehensible and FUN! A good balance between the technical and creative aspects. It got me thinking on images i took in the past and how to approach photography. Thanks for all."
Michel Petillo, BELGIUM
"The Basic Photography WS is very well organized and prepared: a good balance of theory and practical steps to stimulate interest in a wide audience. I particularly appreciated the professional way of conducting the sessions while sharing very personal hints and lessons learned from the field. Thank you, Michael!"
Enrico Ruggieri, ITALY
"Excellent course Michael and full of creative freedom, experimentation and hands on practical learning. Great job!"
Chris Wild, UK
"This workshop was fantastic, it was so well planned and Michael really made it easy to understand the basics of taking photos. He was also endlessly patient with our millions of questions! I would highly recommend it!"
Jenn Vibert, CANADA
"Excellent workshop! In the past years I'd done several photography classes, but they never 'got me going'. Very well explained, excellent for the novice to get to grips with all the basics - I totally recommend this workshop!"
Kim Hardie, UK
"It was a real pleasure taking the practical photo workshop with Michael. It was really dynamic and instructive. Technically and practically, I really learnt a lot! Thanks Michael!"
Samy Benomran, BELGIUM
"I did indeed enjoy the entire course – from A-Z – the group was great, but your sense of humour definitely contributed!"
Joelle Collaers. BELGIUM
"I have to say I feel very proud of myself and I actually got the camera working for me instead of the other way around."
Maria Smith. U.K.
"I was happy with this workshop. For my level (let's call it complete beginner) it was exactly what I needed."
Laura von Hinten. BELARUS
"Having taken Michael’s first course on digital photography, this second course really allowed me to go into more depth on techniques and tricks. The combination of theory with practical sessions is a really value added as you tend to learn a lot more by doing and applying theory in practice. Looking forward to more courses to build on the skills learned so far."
Andreea Gulacsi. ROMANIA Online Food and Wine website
“I attended the introduction to photography class with Michael, which was a real eye-opener. Great explanations for those of us who used to 'point and shoot'. Michael has developed a step by step approach to cover all the neccessities for aspiring photographers. I strongly recommend the course and thanks to Michael, I am now staying off the pre programed modes.”
Jana Savova
“What I admire in Michael's work as an art photographer is his capacity to capture the simple and normal things of life around the globe and turn it each time, simply through composition or camera technique, in an original, inspiring photograph.”
Liesbeth Van Criekingen, BELGIUM
“I took part in two courses organised by Michael Chia (Creatif Image). The first one Basic Photography Workshop opened my eyes to all the possibilities a DSLR camera holds. Micheal managed to explain all otherwise complicated terms and technology in simple words and made sure everyone understands them before moving to the next topic. He also gave us a lot of clues, tips and out-of-the-box ideas that many professionals would rather keep for themselves. Also provided great technical support and personalized 1-to-1 tuition. The second course I took was Lightroom Workshop - thorough explanation of the Adobe's photography software, which would be impossible to grasp just on intuitive basis or with a guide book. Both courses took place in small groups, using multimedia and showing on-the-spot examples to illustrate the techniques as you go. Whatever course you decide to take, I am sure you will get the best value for your money and definitely a life changing experience, as Micheal will take you and your pictures a step closer to the world of professional photography. Highly recommended!”
Margarita Lazarova, BULGAIA
“From fascinating workshops and courses to corporate photography, Michael is a truly professional, pleasure to work with!”
Elena Bucciero, RUSSIA Away Magazine
“I have completed two photography courses with Michael - one on basic (beginner) photography and one on (more advanced) practical photography - and cannot recommend him highly enough. Michael’s courses are well researched, well run, highly engaging and above all good fun. Michael is a patient and attentive teacher and talented photographer who has given me the tools and the motivation to practise and develop my skills further.”
Richard Corliss, UK
“Michael is great photographer and artist. He takes wonderful pictures and I really enjoyed his workshop.”
Isabelle de Brouwer, BELGIUM
“Michael taught me basic photography through his courses in Brussels, belgium. I enjoyed working with him -- he is very professional and also very apt at sharing his skills. He is a gracious artist who seeks to inspire others with the art of photography. I have recommended Michael to a number of colleagues and organizations. He is the perfect person to work on photography projects in any corner of hte world. he his sensitive to other cultures, speaks multiple languages and uses his camera as a tool for communication.”
Gillian Huebner, UNITED STATES
“I took part in a six-week photography course given by Michael. His training was clear, very informative, and given with enthusiasm for the subject and a desire to help people learn through doing. I can highly recommend him for his training sessions and as a personable and friendly person to work with.”
David O’Leary, UK
"I think that Michael’s basic photography workshop should be considered by every new owner of an SLR camera. Michael not only explains in an easy and understandable way all the basic options of the camera but also helps you see that photography is not represented by a bunch of numbers on your lens but is all about finding the right moment, the right constellation. He will not only teach you everything you need to know about the correct exposure but also makes you understand that there is no right and wrong in photography. Once you become a master in setting the correct shutter speed and aperture, the choice of how to capture the surrounding beauty is in your hands. Michael is opened to new ideas and discussion and has an excellent sense of humor that makes this workshop fun and fresh. I found him a true inspiration and I’d recommend his workshop to anybody without a doubt!"
Marta Olszewska, POLAND
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