Photography

Apple Store to Host iPhone Photo Editing Workshop

iPhone photography is so much more than just selfies. Even if you are a novice photographer like Alex Marrero, you can capture, edit and post breathtaking photos — using nothing but your iPhone’s camera and the Photos app! All you need are a few basic skills in the art of phone photography. If you aren’t sure where to start, don’t worry. It’s never too late to learn the basics.

Photographer Alex Marrero has found an iPhone Photo Editing Workshop that will take place at the Apple store in the Bracknell City Centre mall in Miami on December 30, 2022.

The built-in cameras on the front and back of an iPhone have come quite a long way over the years. Compounded with how many amazing and easy-to-use photo editing apps in the App Store, an iPhone can be a full studio in your hands! Alex Marrero Miami photographer and creative has been able to capture and curate a portfolio of stunning high-quality photos, all on his iPhone. Now, you can do the same, too… even if you have no formal training in the art. On December 30, 2022, the Apple store in the Bracknell City Centre welcomes you to a workshop where you’ll be able to learn everything you need to know about taking and editing photos on your iPhone! The short course will go over different beginner techniques for framing a photo, as well as how to make basic edits with the pre-installed applications available to you. Participants are welcome to either bring their own phones, or borrow a brand-new iPhone 14 in store.

One Woman Show: Photography Exhibit Featuring Violinist Nay Roze

Miamians who love art and music: this one’s for you! Alex Marrero, Miami creative and photographer of all things beautiful in the Magic City, is excited to invite all art and music lovers to this unique, one-of-a-kind photography exhibit — featuring gorgeous violin performances!

On Saturday, December 10, 2022 at 3:00 PM, Casa Artali, Art of Facts Photography and Fire Haus Projects will be hosting a unique photography event. The occasion will feature live violin performances by Nay Roze. A local Miami musician, Roze is making a name for herself with her unique performances. A self-described Miami girl, the violinist lives and breathes Magic City energy! She is revered by locals for her beautiful busking displays. And now’s your chance to see her perform live and in-person — surrounded by stunning artwork from local photographers!

The four hour event will take place at Casa Artali at 855 NE 76th St. True to its title card, this will be a One Woman Show with all musical performances by Nay Roze. The violinist will be surrounded by stunning scenes captured by some of the best local photographers in the area. Alex Marrero believes that this will be a particularly inspiring environment for artists and a wonderful experience for anyone who appreciates music and art.

Bird Photography Workshop at Tropical Audubon Society

Local artists: 2023 will be here before we know it! The Tropical Audubon Society has been hard at work ensuring that their schedule for the New Year is full of thrilling educational opportunities. Alex Marrero Miami photographer and creative shares the details of a Bird Photography Workshop the Audubon Society has planned for 2023:

On Saturday, March 11, 2023, the Tropical Audubon Society welcomes you to a Bird Photography Workshop. Hosted by Florida and Tropical Audubon Society board member Kirsten Hines, the event will take place on-location at the Steinberg Nature Center on Sunset Drive in Miami. An official time is yet to be determined; Alex Marrero recommends keeping up to date by visiting the official website for the Tropical Audubon Society. This event is ideal for both beginners and intermediate level photography enthusiasts. In order to participate, you must bring your own camera. DSLRs and mirrorless equipment are recommended as you will need a minimum 70mm lens in order to keep up with host Hines.

Event host and Audubon Society board member Kirsten Hines is a wildlife photographer and author. Her books feature gorgeous snapshots the nature photographer has captured of the Magic City: from pictures of Florida’s wonderfully majestic feathered friends to natural and historical scenes at Biscayne, Dry Tortugas and Everglades National Park (just to name a few). A proud Magic City resident, Hines has a knack for capturing the beauty of the local area through her own lens. Alex Marrero, fellow Miami photographer, is a fan of Hines’s work and the beautiful way she displays his beloved city.

Alex Marrero Miami photographer is most excited for the workshop’s field photography component. At this stage, the Tropical Audubon Society’s event host will discuss how to integrate unique design elements into your snapshots, out on the field. All-encompassing, the workshop will also feature a classroom component where the group will learn more about visual storytelling and camera techniques, as well as receive a basic course on post-processing in Adobe Lightroom. Stay tuned for more information.

Sunrise Photography Workshop at Deering Estate

There are few things in this world that are more breathtaking than a Miami sunrise… at least, if you ask local creative, Alex Marrero! Capturing the glow is an art form in itself; one that you can learn at an upcoming photography workshop event at Deering Estate!

On Sunday, September 25th at 6 AM sharp, join photographers and voluntary art instructors at The Deering Estate for a one-of-a-kind workshop. For just $20, artists of all ability levels will have the chance to capture their own photos and stills of the stunning sunrise over Biscayne Bay. Space is limited and you will need to be equipped with your own camera. But if all you have is a smartphone: that’s okay! Come one, come all and bring a photo-taking device of your choosing to this awesome hands-on workshop.

Celebrate World Photography Day in Miami, August 18-19

Did you know that on August 18-19, 2022, photographers are celebrating the art of photography — around the world? Alex Marrero Miami shares the details of this awesome worldwide event:

Today marks the start of World Photography Day, a worldwide event and global celebration that shines the spotlight on the artists behind the camera: the photographers! Alex Marrero, Miami photographer and creative in the Magic City’s local art scene, is excited to not only feature the special day in his photography blog series, but also highlight how the day will be celebrated locally. On August 19th, creatives in the art scene will join together with cameras in hand for a photowalk in the Wynwood area. Photographers of all ability levels are welcome to join. All you have to do is bring your digital or film camera and a splash of positive energy! The walk will start and loop back around to end at Bellows Film Lab. Make memories and capture candid moments while enjoying the beautiful outdoor scenery of the Magic City — Marrero knows he will!

Middle Child Day at The Selfie Room

Middle children everywhere: today is your day! It’s your turn to be in the spotlight with all eyes on you. Miami Photographer Alex Marrero Miami shares the details of an upcoming photo session for the middle child in your family:

Too often, the middle child gets the short end of the stick. You’re not the oldest and you’re not the baby, either. You’re somewhere in between, which is sometimes a great place to be… but not when it comes to being the center of attention! Well, Miami’s Selfie Room wants to turn the spotlight on you for a change so you can have the chance to say “all eyes on me!” for once! On Friday, August 12, 2022 at 2 PM, The Selfie Room welcomes all middle children to a special photo session event for just $35. This is an awesome opportunity to take some cute, fun photos with a whimsical backdrop of the Magic City’s gorgeous ocean views.

Free Family Photo Session in Miami

Fellow Miami based photographer Alex Marrero is thrilled to shine the spotlight on Rachel Wasserman and her team of female photographers this week in his “Photography Events in Miami” series!

Savor those special summer smiles in the sun with a free mini photo session in Miami! Join Rachel Wasserman, local photographer in the Greater Miami area, for a lovely morning at South Pointe Park on Sunday, August 7, 2022 at 9 AM. This event will have a family focus and all forms of modern families are welcome to participate in this memorable session. (Yes, that also means your pets who are more like a part of the family are welcome to join in the fun, too!) Each 30-minute session will feature you and your family in a gorgeous outdoor scenery in the iconic natural setting of South Pointe Park.

Rachel Wasserman and her team of female creatives are dedicated to making professional photography and services more accessible to the community. Their programs also help local creatives and freelance artists in the process of adding high quality and valuable portraits to their portfolios. If you are interested in participating, either as a contributing artist or as a family interested in a beautiful new portrait to display in the living room, find more info on shoott.com

Landscape Photography Workshop

Upgrade those landscape photography skills with a workshop from Miami Photography Group at Matheson Hammock Park on Saturday, July 16, 2022 from 9 AM to 11 AM. Alex Marrero Miami, local photographer and creative personality, shares the details:

Capturing a stellar snap is all the more easier when you get the techniques down pat. But if you’re totally new to the game of photography, how do you dial in on the settings for success? Well, Miami Photography Group is here to help — as always! On Saturday, July 16th, the Group invites local artists, creatives and photographer hopefuls to Matheson Hammock Park for an exciting introduction to taking pictures of landscape. The workshop will cover everything from aperture, ISO, shutter speed and other settings necessary for capturing a stunning photo.

Using the gorgeous greenery, wildlife and nature found in Matheson Hammock Park, you’ll learn how to work the foreground with the background in order to create a great composition. All techniques taught and utilized at the workshop will be in-camera, so that you will know how to capture something special without even having to edit! The helpful artists of the Group will walk you through everything from how to make natural lighting, textures and leading lines work for you as you depict the landscape scene.