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Get Your Photos Ready Quickly—Editing with X-RAW (Peter Fauland)
Want to get the most out of your RAW files without spending hours in front of the computer? In this live workshop, Peter Fauland will show you how to process your images quickly, easily, and with the best possible quality using Fujifilm X RAW Studio.
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Everyday Camera â The best camera is the one you actually take with you! (Martin Krolop)
Cameras that keep getting bigger, lenses that keep getting heavier, more and more gearâand eventually, the camera just stays at home. Yet itâs often the spontaneous moments in everyday life that result in our most beautiful photos. Why do we constantly lug around gear that, in the end, keeps us from taking photos more than it helps us? A talk about the freedom of small cameras, the joy of spontaneous photography, and the realization that less gear sometimes leads to more and better pictures.
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The Myth of Sensor Size (Martin Krolop)
Better image quality, more 3D depth, more vibrant colors, and more professional-looking photosâfor many, full-frame is considered the gold standard. But which of these supposed advantages can actually be proven physically, and which are simply myths that have become ingrained in our minds over decades? We take a look behind the scenes of camera technology, examine the influence of marketing, camera prices, and product categories, and separate genuine physical advantages from persistent misconceptions. A talk that debunks some of photographyâs common myths and shows why bigger doesnât automatically mean better.
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In Motion: Photographing Contemporary Dance (Bernhard Wolf)
In this 45-minute photography workshop, youâll experience a live shoot with a contemporary dancer and see firsthand how expressive poses and the body tension of dance can be skillfully captured. Youâll receive practical tips on the right autofocus settings, accurate exposure, and thoughtful composition that best highlights posture, lines, and expression. In addition, weâll show you a proven workflow for on-location tetheringâeither wirelessly via Wi-Fi or reliably via USB. This way, you can review your shots on a large screen even while the shoot is in progress and work with the model to fine-tune them.
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This 45-minute presentation is aimed at photographers who want to venture into the world of video, and covers the most important basics for Nikon hybrid shooters. Youâll learn how to create a structured shot list âon the flyâ even when shooting spontaneously on location, so that youâll have all the necessary footage for a cohesive edit. A key focus is on proper exposure with N-Log, so you can harness the full potential of color grading. The presentation is rounded out with tried-and-true recommendations on AF settings that ensure reliably sharp video footage.
Reaching Your Goal with the Right Camera (Lena Hogekamp)
How much camera gear do you need to produce versatile content? Between photos, videos, spontaneous ideas, and changing requirements, your setup needs to be one thing above all else: flexible. In this presentation, I’ll draw on real-world experience to show what really matters in a camera for modern content creation—from image quality and autofocus to video features, weight, and handling. Using the Canon EOS R8 Mark II as an example, we’ll explore how a compact setup can help you cover more possibilities, react faster, and focus entirely on the creative process.
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Taking Spontaneous & Authentic Photos (Lena Hogekamp)
The world of photography, especially in the realm of social media, is fast-paced, spontaneous, and often unpredictable today. In my talk, Iâll share insights into my work as a photographer and videographer and show why flexibility is not only a challenge but also a great creative opportunity. Itâs about embracing different situations, discovering special moments amid the apparent chaos, and creating authentic images without losing sight of oneâs own visual language.
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Photos and Videos Without Image Editing (Peter Fauland)
Why spend a lot of time on post-processing when you can achieve the look you want right in the camera? In this live workshop, Peter Fauland will show you how to use the right camera settings, Fujifilm’s film simulations, and custom adjustments to create stunning photos and videos that look great straight out of the camera.
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The vacation is what matters most; the video is just a bonus. Still, you want to end up with footage that youâll enjoy watching again and again. Chris Kueper shows you how to do this in five simple steps: from planning to camera movement to editing. With as few lenses as possible, minimal gear, and light weightâcompact yet powerful. Using the example of a family trip through Portugal from Porto to the Algarve. The video features practical tips that can be put into practice right away. For anyone who wants to film their memories without turning their vacation into a job.
Self-Portraits in Practice (Laura Zalenga)
What equipment and setup are needed to create creative self-portraits? Laura Zalenga offers a glimpse into her setup and demonstrates how she uses technical tools to bring her concepts to life through photography. She then creates a self-portrait live and explains, step by step, the composition, technical settings, and creative process—from initial preparation to the realization of a visual idea. In doing so, she demonstrates how technical possibilities can be used to bring your own visual ideas to life independently, experimentally, and easily.
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Creative Photo Ideas: Self-Portrait Using Tools (Laura Zalenga)
How do creative visual concepts come about, and how can they be brought to life photographically without AI? Through her conceptual self-portraits, Laura Zalenga offers insights into the ideas and processes behind her images. Sample images, behind-the-scenes footage, and personal stories show how initial ideas evolve into unique photographic works through planning and experimentation.
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