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Nifty Fifty: Street Photography with a 50mm Lens

Sunday 18 May

Old Montreal - 10am - 2 Hours

Edwin Lam

Push your creative boundaries and see the streets through a new lens—literally! In this workshop, we'll challenge ourselves to shoot street photography using only a 50mm lens. Many photographers rely on zooms or wide primes (like 28mm or 35mm) for street work, but the 50mm brings a fresh perspective, demanding sharper composition and deeper connection with your subjects.
It's the perfect exercise to slow down, be more intentional, and train your eye to see the everyday with greater clarity and creativity.

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$47 3 places left

Getting to Know Your Camera

Sunday 01 June

Complexe Desjardins - 10am - 2 Hours

Edwin Lam

This class is for anyone looking to switch their camera mode from Auto to Manual and learn how to shoot using the Manual Mode. The goal is to help everyone become more confident when using their camera settings. We will touch on essential camera functions and the exposure triangle Shutter Speed, Aperture, and ISO.

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$47

The Art of Transit A Photographic Journey Through Montreal's Metro On the Green Line

Sunday 15 June

Angrignon Metro - 10am - 3 Hours

Edwin Lam

Discover the artistic and architectural gems of some of Montreal's metro stations on the Green line in this 3-hour photo adventure. Join us underground to explore and capture the beauty of these unique spaces, from bold modernist designs to intricate artistic details.

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$105 5 places left

Analog Adventures: Shooting with Film Cameras

Sunday 29 June

Old Montreal - 10am - 3 Hours

Edwin Lam

Step away from digital and dive into the timeless art of film photography! In this hands-on workshop, we'll explore the magic of shooting with 35mm and 120mm film cameras. You'll learn how to properly load your film, expose your shots with or without a light meter, and master techniques like zone focusing and hyperfocal distance. Whether you're new to analog or brushing up on your skills, this is your chance to slow down, shoot with intention, and create something truly unique.

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$110

Beneath the City Exploring Montreal's Underground Masterpieces on the Blue Line

Sunday 06 July

Edouard-Montpetit Metro - 10am - 3 Hours

Edwin Lam

Discover the artistic and architectural gems of some of Montreal's metro stations on the Blue line in this 3-hour photo adventure. Join us underground to explore and capture the beauty of these unique spaces, from bold modernist designs to intricate artistic details.

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$110

Street Art Stories Capturing Montreal's Murals

Sunday 20 July

Plateau Mont-Royal - 10am - 3 Hours

Edwin Lam

Montreal is a city of vibrant murals and striking street art, each telling a unique story through color, texture, and expression. Join this immersive photo walk as we explore the city's most stunning murals, learning how to compose, frame, and capture their artistic essence. Whether you're shooting with a DSLR, mirrorless, or smartphone, this workshop will help you elevate your street art photography while enjoying a creative walk through Montreal's artistic neighborhoods.

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$105 5 places left

Hidden Gems Below Discovering Montreal's Metro Architecture on Orange Line

Sunday 10 August

Georges-Vanier Metro - 10am - 3 Hours

Edwin Lam

Discover the artistic and architectural gems of some of Montreal's metro stations on the Orange line in this 3-hour photo adventure. Join us underground to explore and capture the beauty of these unique spaces, from bold modernist designs to intricate artistic details.

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$105

ABOUT MONTREAL
PHOTOGRAPHY
GROUP

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 Montreal.

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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It was great that it was a small group of other photographers with different levels of experience. Who help each other out to understand all aspect s being explained.

5/5

RICHARD

2025-04-21

Edwin is super and gave so much to each student. Looking forward to the next class .

5/5

Kathleen

2025-04-21

Another fun session. Edwin is a great guide and happy to share his knowledge as well as tips.

5/5

Stu

2025-03-24

I found the workshop really fun, that mixed a bit of theory with a lot of practice. Edwin was a great tutor, warm and happy to share knowledge and tips.

5/5

Stu Taylor

2025-03-03

Edwin was very clear and patient. I understand better how to use my camera, how to make the adjustments according to what I want in a picture.

5/5

Wendy

2024-12-05

This was my 1st time joining an activity from Montreal Photography Group and I really enjoyed it. Edwin took the time to properly explain everything. As a full newbie, I really appreciate that he went back to the very basics and even took some minutes to properly show me how my camera works or how I can find certain settings. It was a great class and I?m looking forward to join more activities in the future.

5/5

Nicole

2024-10-28

Joshua take the time to explain the techinical concepts and then we practice. He answer question in group or for each person patiently. In general a good experience.

5/5

Maria Diaz

2024-08-12

It was fun and very informative class; I learnt a lot more about exposure triangle and composition. Joshua is very professional and knowledgeable.

5/5

Tan

2024-08-11

Great course, good price. I enjoy it. perfect course for any new photographer Thx Joshua

5/5

Domenico

2024-08-11

Fantastic experience! Super valuable, and Josh was great. :)

5/5

Alex

2024-08-11

it was an excellent class, I learn over my expectations, there will be a follow up on what we have practiced. Day was rainy, still, good vibe and nice pictures.

5/5

Francisco

2024-07-01

Very informative, learned a lot

5/5

Scott

2024-06-30

Edwin Lam

Edwin Lam is a passionate freelance photographer based in Montreal, specializing in wedding, pre-wedding, social, and event photography. With a unique eye for detail and a love for capturing candid, authentic moments, his work is influenced by his deep understanding of visual storytelling and his experience with analog cameras and film. Edwin's photography style is shaped by his ability to combine technical expertise with creative vision, offering clients a personalized and memorable experience.

In addition to his work behind the lens, Edwin has a strong background as a marketing professional, holding an MBA and various leadership roles in digital media and product marketing. This dual expertise enables him to approach photography with a strategic mindset, ensuring that every project is not only visually stunning but also aligned with broader branding goals.

Edwin Lam is available for private bookings

Available most Saturdays from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
Sundays upon request (morning and afternoon slots).

Private Photography Tutoring (beginner and intermediate levels)
Weddings and Pre-Wedding Shoots
Portraits (individuals, couples, and families)
Social and Event Photography
Fashion Photography

For specific dates and customized bookings, please feel free to reach out!

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Title or Location: Park Rene_Levesque montreal
I wanted to take a nice photos for sunset, i said no place better than park Rene Levesque, so i went there with my friend and we where lucky the weather was good and we are rewarded with a stunning beautiful sunset
Credit: Mahmoud saati
Instagram: Brave.heart_photography

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Title or Location: Pine beach park
Driving among Lakeshore, a scene i was chasing made itself available to me. I scrambled to park my car, tab over and snapped. I didn't know how to get a sunstar but the colors were lovely and i was just happy to have finally gotten this shot.
Credit: Dave Handelman
Facebook: Dave Handelman
Instagram: dhand_0_fate

Montreal Photography Group

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Montreal Photography Group

2025-04-23

Title or Location: Parc Miche Chartrand, Longueuil
The day my first full-frame arrived, I rushed to the park as golden hour approached, eager to test it. A Canada goose, perfectly reflected in the still water, presented an irresistible opportunity. The resulting photo, bathed in golden light, captured a breathtaking reflection of the goose and trees, a quality I'd never achieved before.
Credit: Diego Peralta
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daps84?igsh=ZTB5dzN3eGQ2Z2Nh

Montreal Photography Group

2024-11-18

Montreal Photography Group

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Title or Location: Daddy's reflected approach
I'm always looking for puddles. That day, the sky was particularly dreamy and i knew that, with the billboard, i could capture a really nice shot. I crouched by that puddle for a few minutes, waiting for someone to walk into the frame. I loved the pop of pink from the kid and the dad had a really nice smile.
Credit: Dave Handelman
Instagram: dhand_0_fate

Montreal Photography Group

2024-11-18

Montreal Photography Group

2025-04-03

Title or Location: Zion National Park
At dawn, our RV trip brought us to the edge of Zion National Park, where the soft morning light highlighted the towering cliffs. From Springdale, we had a beautiful view of the park?s rugged landscape.
Credit: Guillaume Goudreault
Instagram: @ggoudreault

Montreal Photography Group

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Montreal Photography Group

2025-03-26

Title or Location: Mont-Royal mountain, lac aux castors
This photo date from 2012 /august/26 , 7:32 pm.I'm a passionate person about landscape photography, i love chasing sunrise and suntset beside many others topics, this is one of my favorit photos when i went to mont-royal mountain in the summer time to chase the sunset.
Credit: Mahmoud Saati
Instagram: Brave.Heart_photography

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Chichester Photography Group

2025-05-14

Title or Location: Gloucester
While wondering around Gloucester in the evening a couple of weeks ago we turned a corner and this view just jumped out as an image
Credit: Stuart McGowan
Facebook: Stuart McGowan
Instagram: stuart911s

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Toronto Photography Group

2025-05-14

Title or Location: Toronto ON Canada
I love exploring Toronto, where I've been living for a while now, with a camera, or more often just with a mobile phone. And looking for unusual angles. This place in the center of downtown on King Street always looks different depending on the weather, time of day, wind... This time I was shooting late in the evening and waiting for the flag to straighten out.Shot on a Samsung s21 mobile phone, edited in an editor Snapseed/
Credit: Yuri Shvarzman

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Atlanta Photography Club

2025-05-14

Title or Location: at my house in Oconee County outside of Athens, Georgia
This shot was taken along with 3000 others images on my first ever photo shoot during Covid. I hired a model I had seen and had come to do pool shots with another Photographer and he suggested I hire her and conceptualize the shoot. I?m not a professional and had no props but I bought some fabric and I used my leaf blower to make that effect. I periodically go back to those pictures and rework them with my iPhone apps for varying effects. You can see more of my work on Instagram. That day creat
Credit: Cindy Karp
Facebook: Cindy Karp
Instagram: Cindy Karp iPhone Photographer

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2025-05-12

Title or Location: Yorba Linda
Thank you for considering my photo for Photo of the Week! I have a number of bottle brush trees in my back yard, and birds love the blossoms when they bloom in the Spring. I usually see numerous hummingbirds and sparrows, but I saw this gorgeous bird one afternoon resting in the branches. I was able to get a couple of shots off before it flew away.
Credit: Jerry Devera

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