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Beginner's Photography Class: Shooting Photos in Challenging Lighting

Beginner's Photography Class: Shooting Photos in Challenging Lighting

Saturday 08 February
Kaka'ako - 10am - 3 Hours
Hoku Wong
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!

Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
book now
$92       4 places left
Shutter Speed for Visual Intrigue

Shutter Speed for Visual Intrigue

Saturday 22 February
Manoa Road - 10am - 3 Hours
Hoku Wong
Join us for an immersive photography workshop where we delve into the mesmerizing world of capturing waterfalls with the perfect shutter speed. This workshop will explore the art of controlling shutter speed to create stunning waterfall images that capture motion and beauty in every drop. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced photographer, this workshop offers hands-on guidance and techniques to master the intricacies of shutter speed. Learn how to freeze motion or create silky smooth water effects, and unlock the secrets to composing breathtaking waterfall scenes.We will be hiking about 40 minutes up to capture images of this beautiful 100ft waterfall. Parking at the entrance is 5, and be prepared for the possibility of rain.
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$92      
Beginner's Photography Class: Shooting Photos in Challenging Lighting

Beginner's Photography Class: Shooting Photos in Challenging Lighting

Saturday 08 March
Kaka'ako - 10am - 3 Hours
Hoku Wong
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!

Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
book now
$92      

WWC (Walk with Camera)

WWC (Walk with Camera)

Saturday 22 March
Manoa Road - 10am - 2 Hours
Hoku Wong
A fun and relaxed walk with our cameras covering a variety aspects of photography from street, landscape, architecture, seascape and abstract.
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$47      
Beginner's Photography Class: Shooting Photos in Challenging Lighting

Beginner's Photography Class: Shooting Photos in Challenging Lighting

Saturday 05 April
Kaka'ako - 10am - 3 Hours
Hoku Wong
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!

Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
book now
$92      

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Art History - Leonardo da Vinci

Art History - Leonardo da Vinci

Saturday 01 February
Dillingham Blvd., Honolulu - 10am - 2 Hours
Honolulu Art Group
Jia Aloe
Dive into art history! In this meetup, we'll explore Leonardo da Vinci's art through an engaging discussion. Afterwards, you'll have the chance to create your own artwork inspired by what you've learned. Whether you're passionate about art history or just curious, this session offers a blend of education and creativity in a setting dedicated to learning.
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$47      
Art History - Bob Ross

Art History - Bob Ross

Saturday 15 February
Dillingham Blvd., Honolulu - 10am - 2 Hours
Honolulu Art Group
Jia Aloe
In this session, we'll delve into the iconic work of Bob Ross through an interactive discussion. Following the conversation, you'll get hands-on experience and create your own artwork inspired by his style and techniques. Whether you're an art history enthusiast or simply exploring your creative side, this meetup offers a unique mix of learning and artistic expression in an inspiring environment.
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$47      
Drawing for Beginners

Drawing for Beginners

Saturday 01 March
Dillingham Blvd., Honolulu - 10am - 2 Hours
Honolulu Art Group
Jia Aloe
In this class, we will explore the basics of drawing and equip you with the skills needed to create beautiful and expressive artwork.Our experienced instructor will guide you through the fundamentals of drawing, including perspective, proportion, shading, and composition.We will also be practicing various forms of Mark Making techniques and hopefully will make an empty page less daunting to fill up. Perfect for complete beginners.
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$47      

Other Nearby Groups

Art History - Leonardo da Vinci

Art History - Leonardo da Vinci

Saturday 01 February
Dillingham Blvd., Honolulu - 10am - 2 Hours
Honolulu Art Group
Jia Aloe
Dive into art history! In this meetup, we'll explore Leonardo da Vinci's art through an engaging discussion. Afterwards, you'll have the chance to create your own artwork inspired by what you've learned. Whether you're passionate about art history or just curious, this session offers a blend of education and creativity in a setting dedicated to learning.
book now
$47      
Art History - Bob Ross

Art History - Bob Ross

Saturday 15 February
Dillingham Blvd., Honolulu - 10am - 2 Hours
Honolulu Art Group
Jia Aloe
In this session, we'll delve into the iconic work of Bob Ross through an interactive discussion. Following the conversation, you'll get hands-on experience and create your own artwork inspired by his style and techniques. Whether you're an art history enthusiast or simply exploring your creative side, this meetup offers a unique mix of learning and artistic expression in an inspiring environment.
book now
$47      
Drawing for Beginners

Drawing for Beginners

Saturday 01 March
Dillingham Blvd., Honolulu - 10am - 2 Hours
Honolulu Art Group
Jia Aloe
In this class, we will explore the basics of drawing and equip you with the skills needed to create beautiful and expressive artwork.Our experienced instructor will guide you through the fundamentals of drawing, including perspective, proportion, shading, and composition.We will also be practicing various forms of Mark Making techniques and hopefully will make an empty page less daunting to fill up. Perfect for complete beginners.
book now
$47      

ABOUT HONOLULU
PHOTOGRAPHY
CLUB
Come along to our photo sessions to dust off your camera and get snap-happy with a professional photography instructor.

Brush up on your camera skills and learn new photography techniques whilst on a photo walk class with other local keen photographers!

We run two hour photography sessions based on a photography theme/technique/style and they take place in various locations in Honolulu .

  • New to photography? We also run a popular 3 hour Beginners Guide to Photography Class once a month. And once in a while we will run special niche 3 hour classes, for example, Astrophotography - so do subscribe to our newsletter to know when the next on is!

  • Who can attend? Open to all skill levels, from beginners to keen amateurs. The photography instructor is there to help you with camera settings and provide any advice you need.

  • What to bring? We recommend bringing a camera that has full manual mode or semi-manual modes (Aperture or Shutter Priority). Compact cameras and smartphones also welcome!

    The meeting point and full details for the day are sent in the booking confirmation email to the email address you provide at time of booking.

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    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
    • REVIEWS
    I had a good time with the lighting challenge and abstract photography. Good explanation using shutter, aperture and iso settings.
    5/5
    VIRGIL
    2025-01-12
    Another awesome event by Hoku! Thanks again
    5/5
    Jeff
    2024-11-17
    Great opportunity to meet other photography enthusiasts, enjoyed the having a prompt for picture taking, knowledgeable and experienced instructor
    4/5
    Taylor
    2024-11-17

    It was very nice to get out with similar interest people. Hoku is very nice and it's clear he knows his stuff!
    5/5
    Gwen
    2024-10-02
    Good class. Brigette did a great job assessing our (students') respective skill levels and goals for the class, and adjusting information and exercises to deliver the knowledge and practice that achieved our goals. Went over exposure triangle diving into full manual mode and practicing various techniques to get a variety of effects. Brigette is a wonderful instructor.
    5/5
    Sean
    2024-06-30
    The event at Manoa Falls was good, Hoku is an excellent host/teacher he helped us with framing shits and explained the effects of different shutter speeds well. I definitely learned skills I can use in future.
    5/5
    Mark
    2024-04-07

    Great event! A lot of useful advice and a great hike to top.
    5/5
    Perry
    2024-04-02
    Nigel is a great instructor. He's knowledgeable and highly qualified to help out aspiring photographers start their photography journey. He takes time to answer questions. I recommend this workshops to anyone interested in learning and improve their photography skills.
    5/5
    Amarilys
    2023-05-14
    Portrait photography was new to me and wasn't something I was completely comfortable doing but Nigel made us all feel comfortable. Nigel was very knowledgeable and taught effectively. He gave each participant the opportunity to practice the skills he was teaching, which I appreciated.
    5/5
    Bernadette
    2023-04-18

    I found Mr. Nigel Wallace to be an excellent instructor who exceeded my expectations. He is a subject matter expert with vast experience and excellent people skills. In addition to conveying the technical side of photography, he keeps the application simple. Demonstrating examples and coaching class members through mini-projects while providing feedback and guidance. I would consider this a 'Master Class' and look forward to future learning sessions with Nigel.
    5/5
    Ken
    2023-04-17
    Nigel was awesome!
    5/5
    Ern
    2023-04-17
    Class met expectations well. I like how the instructor thinks about building us up as people, helping us build confidence.
    5/5
    J.J.
    2023-04-02

    PHOTOGRAPHERS
    Hoku Wong
    Hoku is a professional photographer from Kaneohe with 6 years of experience behind the camera. He specializes in creative portraiture and fashion photography, Hoku's work is a vibrant fusion of artistry and technique. With an ability to capture the essence of his subjects, he captures images that resonate deeply with viewers, evoking emotion and sparking intrigue.

    Hoku is driven by a passion for nurturing new talents in the field of photography. As an educator, he finds joy in imparting his knowledge and expertise to aspiring photographers, guiding them on their journey to manifest their creative visions. With an infectious enthusiasm for the craft, Hoku is here to inspire and empower a new generation of visual storytellers helping the art of photography continue to thrive and evolve.

    Hoku Wong is available for private bookings

    Available most weekends from 12pm until 6pm, and open for weekday bookings by specific request.

    Private tutoring available for:
    Basic of Photography
    Portrait Photography
    Challenging Lighting/Inclimate Weather
    Single Light/Flash Photography
    Creative Lighting

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    PHOTOS
    Greensboro Photography Group
    2025-01-07
    Honolulu Photography Club
    2024-03-22
    Title or Location: Sunset...Dinner Cruise 031824. S24U
    Family Dinner Cruise 031824.
    Credit: Ssen Ota
    Greensboro Photography Group
    2025-01-07

    Honolulu Photography Club
    2024-03-11
    Title or Location: The view of sunset from Kapiolani Beach Park in Honolulu / Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra edited with Adobe Lightroom / ISO 10 23mm F1.7 1/300S
    The cumulus clouds along with the palm trees offered a beautiful images of sunset photo opportunity.
    Credit: Dong Jin Lee
    Blackpool Photography Group
    2025-01-07
    Honolulu Photography Club
    2024-03-02
    Title or Location: Salt Lake area of Honolulu, HI
    The photograph was taken using an iPhone 15 Pro Max and editing the photograph from color to black and white using the Snapseed app.
    Credit: David J. Herdrich

    Blackpool Photography Group
    2025-01-07
    Honolulu Photography Club
    2024-02-24
    Title or Location: Papohaku Beach, Moloka&699i
    My mentors, Floyd Takeuchi and PF Bentley, hosted a workshop on The Friendly Isle for myself and a cohort last week. In this image I employed some long exposure tips taught that day.
    Credit: Junior Mandrial
    Instagram: mrbibingka
    Blackpool Photography Group
    2025-01-07

    Honolulu Photography Club
    2024-02-17
    Title or Location: Downtown, Honolulu, HI
    The photograph is of office buildings as reflected on a polished granite bench that I noticed on one of my afternoon walks. I used an iPhone 15 Pro Max with some minor editing done on the Snapseed app.
    Credit: David J. Herdrich
    Blackpool Photography Group
    2025-01-07
    Honolulu Photography Club
    2024-02-16
    Title or Location: Downtown Honolulu, near Punchbowl, facing Diamond Head
    I was looking out my window around 6:00am when I noticed what might be the planet Venus, shining brightly, close to the moon. I quickly went to my lanai to snap this photo.
    Credit: Sandra Meyer
    Facebook: Sandra Meyer Art
    Instagram: @sanmeyer1

    Thornton Photography Group
    2025-01-13
    Title or Location: Liberty State Park, New Jersey.
    This long exposure shot is from August, 2024. I was visiting Liberty State Park, New Jersey. From Liberty park you get such an AMAZING view of the NYC skyline looking across the water. It?s awesome during the day but even more magical at night as you can see. I?d recommend a visit here just for the views to anyone. Camera: Canon T8iLens: Canon EF S18-55mm F4-5.6 IS STMISO: 40035mmF203.2 sec
    Credit: Ken Weber
    Instagram: @kwofco_
    Canberra Photography Group
    2025-01-13
    Title or Location: Beares Beach, Bermagui, NSW, Australia
    A 2 shot panorama of a majestic sunrise with the beautiful curved beach running southward. A trail of footprints leads the way to this unspoilt place of serenity. Ancient sandstone rock formations frame the shot. Nikon Z8, 14-24 at f8, ISO64, 1/125th sec on tripod.
    Credit: Roger Griffiths
    Facebook: Roger Griffiths
    Instagram: @griffgrafx59
    Swindon Photography Group
    2025-01-13
    Title or Location: Cotswold Wildlife Park
    I loved the detail on this lizard. However, the background was very similar to the lizard body colour. In Lightroom I picked a background preset which toned it down somewhat, but not enough. So created a mask and turned down the background even further. A little ?pop? on the lizard skin and I was finished. I hope you like it.
    Credit: Steven Kingston
    Facebook: Steve Kingston
    Instagram: sk_xh558

    Hervey Bay Photography Group
    2025-01-11
    Title or Location: River Heads
    With the cloud starting to clear I thought if I got lucky we might have a nice colourful sunset but colour didn't arrive. The deep colours presented over the Susan River by nature were fantastic however.
    Credit: Peter Dore
    Facebook: Peter Dor? Photograohy
    Instagram: Peter Dor? Photograohy
    Derry Photography Group
    2025-01-11
    Title or Location: Inch Island
    The sun was rising in the distant as the Swan family were gathered in the icy water of the lake.
    Credit: Mickey Rooney
    Herefordshire Photography Group
    2025-01-11
    Title or Location: Up to the highest of heights
    This photo of a red kite was taken at Gigrin Farm in Rhayader in Autumn 2024. I took this photo for the Border Monochrome Club 'In Flight' competition and came first place.Red Kites are what got me into photography back in 2022, seeing them over my house in Kington, Herefordshire almost every day.
    Credit: David J Leitch
    Facebook: @d.j.leitch.photography
    Instagram: @d.j.leitch

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