Macro & Tabletop Photography

with Mike Vraneza

Learn how to unlock the world of macro photography and it’s endless potential for creative expression in this hands-on guided workshop. Instructor Mike Vraneža will review and demonstrates the specialized equipment, techniques, and software you’ll need to capture microscopic detail in everything from flowers to insects to jewelry and more.

First we’ll identify key concepts of basic tabletop studio equipment as well as macro photography gear that differ from more typical photography situations. We’ll review lenses, cameras, support gear, and lighting equipment and provide best practice approaches. Next we’ll start with a demo utilizing a tethered camera, TTL live view, and workflow demonstration. Afterwards you’ll capture your own unique images in a controlled “open studio” environment with Mike as your guide, and learn how to apply these techniques in the field.

What you should bring:

Your camera, preferably a mirrorless or dSLR camera, and a tripod

Any other macro gear you may have (lenses, extension tubes, macro ring light, etc)

Any small subject matter you might want to photograph

Lighting equipment (in a group environment continuous lighting is preferred, but strobe can be used while respecting others’ workflow)

About Your Speaker

Mike Vraneza

Twenty years ago, Mike Vraneža took what was then a hobby, went back to art school, and jumped into the deep end… What started as a passion for photography and curiosity for the world turned into an ever-evolving career with countless commercial photography and video assignments that have spanned the continent, shooting an immense range of assignments along the way. With over 10 years of teaching experience at both the workshop and college level, he has helped countless students take their photography to the next level. He brings an enthusiasm for photography to the classroom with a conversational teaching style meant to empower students in their visual arts journey. Mike has extensive experience working at macro scale, both in commercial and personal work, in the field and in creating staged tabletop sets.

Macro: https://www.mgvphoto.com/macro-photography

Product / Food: https://www.mgvphoto.com/product-food

Studio / Conceptual Tabletop: https://www.mgvphoto.com/flying-food

IG: @mgvphotography