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Sigma Announces March Lens Workshops
25 February 2019
Sigma has announced its March lineup of Lens Workshops in New York and Indiana. The workshops offer hands-on experience in genres like astro and food photography with guidance from Sigma's photo specialists.
- The Astrophotography Workshop will be held March 9 at Roberts Camera in Indianapolis for $49.
- The Macro Workshop -- Joy of Little Things will be held March 22 and 23 at Johnson Studio & Camera in Syracuse for $25.
For details see the news release below.
Sigma Lens Workshops Are Back!
Photo enthusiasts are invited to attend Sigma-hosted educational sessions held in Indiana and New York in March; skills training and gear demos will focus on night sky and macro photography.
RONKONKOMA, N.Y. -- Sigma Corp. of America has announced its Lens Workshops lineup for March, bringing photographers in New York and Indiana the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in unique genres such as astro and food photography, with guidance from Sigma's photo specialists boasting extensive knowledge of the ins and outs of the photography craft. These educational events are aimed at inspiring and bringing the local photographic communities closer together to refine their skills and foster the art of photography.
Sigma Lens Workshops March Lineup
Astrophotography Workshop
Roberts Camera will host an astrophotography workshop on March 9 in Indianapolis, IN. The two-part workshop will include in-depth instruction from seasoned photographers Marc Lebryk, Brian Matsumoto and Walt Kuhn.
Agenda:
- Saturday, March 9, 2 to 4 p.m. -- Astrophotography Lecture -- Roberts Camera invites photographers to attend the lecture and learn about the best configuration settings for astrophotography. The event will also feature a Sigma lens sale.
- Saturday, March 9, 7:30-9:30 p.m. -- Hands-on Shooting -- Attendees will meet at McCloud Nature Park in North Salem, Indiana to capture some stunning night shots of their own. Sigma lenses will be available on loan.
Location: Roberts Camera, 220 E St Clair Street, Indianapolis, IN 46204
Cost: $49; Register here.
Macro Workshop -- Joy of Little Things
Johnson Studio & Camera will host a two-day workshop on macro photography from March 22-23 in Syracuse, NY. Sigma reps Marc Farb and Lee Frost will share capture tips and how-to instruction in addition to hands-on demo shooting of a collection of delicious snacks. With their workshop registration, attendees will receive a $15 Johnson Camera gift card at the event.
Agenda:
- Friday & Saturday, March 22-23rd -- Macro Photography Lectures -- Participants can choose from three sessions for an engaging lecture taught by Sigma technical representative Marc Farb covering the techniques to master macro photography such as focal lengths, depth of field and focus. The lecture will be followed by hands-on shooting of mouth-watering props to help photographers refine their techniques for food and macro photography. Sigma lenses will be available on loan.
- Friday & Saturday, March 22-23rd -- Free In-Store Demo & Instruction -- Marc Farb and Lee Frost will be available to discuss their shooting tips and lens choices within the comprehensive Sigma lens lineup.
Location: Johnson Camera, 6565 Kinne Road, Syracuse, NY 13214
Cost $25; Pick your session and register here.