Photography

Photowalk with Artist Jason Lanier

Miami photographer Jason Lanier invites local creatives to join him for a can’t-miss walking workshop in the Coral Gables area. Alex Marrero, fellow Miami creative, shares the details:

Come one, come all — regardless of your skill level. Just make sure you have your camera in-hand! On June 24, 2022, Jason Lanier will meet you at the Four Points by Sheraton Coral Gables at 6:30 PM to embark on a photography lesson taught outdoors, in real-life photoshoot session style. In this mini course, you will learn everything from how to take photos of a subject in natural light to how to communicate with your model — and so much more! This is a can’t-miss opportunity for anyone interested in learning the basics of how to conduct a professional photoshoot. Just don’t forget to bring your camera with you!

Good Miami Project to host Photography for Good

Greg Clark, Miami photographer and founder of the Good Miami Project, welcomes the public of the Magic City to a free photography workshop on Saturday June 11, 2022 at 3 PM and Sunday June 12 at 4 PM. Miami documentarian and photography enthusiast, Alex Marrero shares the details:

Artists of all ability levels are invited to attend a free photography lesson hosted by nonprofit organization, the Good Miami Project. The free event will take place at Miami’s Main Library, which is home to some of the most impactful photography collections in the city’s history. Greg Clark, the founder of the nonprofit hosting the event, explains that the free course will introduce participants to new ways to help enrich their neighborhoods through photography. Alex Marrero believes that this will be a wonderful opportunity for anyone interested in using visual art to positively impact the Magic City by telling stories in a documentary style.

If you’d like to learn more about how you can empower a subject through your lens, be sure to attend this free photography event in Miami at the Main Library June 11-12, 2022.

Dental Photography Course for Dentists

Dental school students and new dentists of Miami are encouraged to attend Dr. Renato Ferreira’s Dental Photography Course on May 20th & 21st, 2022. Alex Marrero Miami photographer shares the details:

If you are a dental school student or a new dentist, you won’t want to miss this informative course with Dr. Renato Ferreira! Focused on Dental Photography, the course will introduce you to the basics including how to take intra and extra oral photographs and face photographs. Dr. Ferreira’s course will walk you through it all, from framing position and prosthetic work to artistic photographs and image editing in industry leading software programs, such as Adobe Lightroom.

Again, this is a can’t-miss opportunity for dental field professionals. But Alex Marrero believes there’s also a lot of value to be appreciated by photographers looking to truly diversify their portfolios. For more information, be sure to get your tickets before May 20th!

Nature Photography Session at Deering Estate

The first Saturday of May, all aspiring photographers ages 9+ are welcome to attend the “Nature Photography” adventure. Alex Marrero, Miami entrepreneur, shares the exciting details:

Explore the natural environment of Deering Estate with your camera in hand! Aspiring photographer and proud Miamian, Alex Marrero certainly will! This is a great opportunity for nature lovers, photographers of all ability levels or even friends and family. Even if you’re just a local or a visitor to the Miami area, there’s plenty of relaxation and fun to be enjoyed at Deering Estate’s nature photography event.

During the nature photography session, a Deering Estate Naturalist will guide you through the grounds on a tour. Along the way, you’ll learn all about the natural environment while being taught valuable techniques for capturing photos in outdoor areas. Educational, fun and full of opportunities to capture the great outdoors with your — what’s not to be enjoyed?? Even if you’re not a photographer, this event is a wonderful opportunity to tap into your artistic and creative side. Finding his footing as a new artist, Alex Marrero looks forward to capturing the scenes with his camera. And you should, too!

All are welcome (ages 9+), but spaces are limited — so be sure to purchase your tickets for May 7, 2022 before they all sell out!

Miami photographer, Andres LaBrada to host online event

On Saturday, April 16, 2022 at 12 PM, artists interested in photography and modern photography philosophy are invited to join Andres LaBrada for a special online event! Aspiring Miami photographer, Alex Marrero shares who he thinks would enjoy the value in this event the most:

Are you a newcomer to the world of photography? Perhaps you are a student who dreams of pursuing a career in photojournalism or a professional seeking a career change that focuses on documenting your adventures. If either of these aspiring photographer archetypes sound anything like you, you’ll want to check out Andres LaBrada’s ‘Let’s Talk Photography’ event!

Andres LaBrada is a local photographer in the Miami area. His portfolio is colored by notes of photojournalism, beats of street photography and other documentary-centric shots. Although LaBrada is based in Miami, this event will be hosted online, thanks to the Miami Public Library. Alex Marrero believes that this makes for a special opportunity that anyone can enjoy! For more information,

Lenses to improve your listing photography

As the market continues to skyrocket, real estate photography has become a lucrative business space for freelance photographers and full-time artists — more than ever before! As competition heats up, aspiring photographers need to up their gear to stay in the space.

Alex Marrero, Miami real estate investor and photographer, recommends the current best lenses for real estate photography:

Nikon: AF-S NIKKOR 14-24mm f/2.8G ED

If you tote a Nikon system, you’ll want to take a look at the NIKKOR 14-24 mm lens. This wide angle lens is great for displaying as much of an area within a home, as attractively as possible. This lens averages for $1,747 retail.

Canon: EF 11-24mm f/4L USM

Canon connoisseurs will love this sharp lens, which has a fantastic foreground perspective. Price averages around $3,000.

Real estate investor, Alex Marrero is now tapping into the world of photography, with an interest in listing photos and videos. Stay tuned for more tips, tricks and photography event/class features!