I’ve been on a photography kick since I took an online class during the summer. I learned enough to improve my photos a great deal but I am a visual learner. I needed someone to sit down and explain different techniques to me. I “experienced” my photography lesson thanks to Cloud 9 Living. With locations in 43 major cities around the country, Cloud 9 offers a unique twist on gift giving. They have experiences for everyone; bull riding , White Water Rafting, Ghost Tours and spa days to name a few. I was lucky enough to meet with an instructor at the prestigious Savannah College of Art and Design and owner of a professional Studio. I was a little intimidated when I learned this but she assured me she worked with many amateur photographers through her work with Cloud 9 Living Experiences.
She consulted with me before the lesson regarding the type of camera I owned, what I would like to learn, what I generally photographed and what I felt needed improvement. Once I arrived she patiently walked me through lighting techniques to focus light and reflect light, shared tips on providing pleasing backgrounds and gave me several low cost ideas on how to make my own photography props using common items from the hardware store or Walmart. She explained some food photography technique and gave me ways to reduce glare and shadow in my photographs. On the downside, I learned I needed a new camera to have the capabilities I needed for my photos. I felt I learned a great deal and appreciated the time my instructor took to customize my lesson for my needs.
I wonder if I can talk my hubby into gifting me another Cloud 9 Living experience for Christmas?
I received a Cloud 9 Living experience to facilitate this review. All opinions are my own.
Wow! What great experiences! Any of them would make a wonderful gift!
I think you made a great choice for an “experience.” Cloud 9 Living experiences would make for a great holiday gift.