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Beginner's Class II

Beginner's Class II

Saturday 17 May
Cocoa, Florida - 9am - 3 Hours
Kate Kharlamova
We invite you to continue your journey in photography! This practical session will get you more comfortable with your camera and practice essential skills you've learnt in the Beginner's Photography Class. Indoors/Outdoors photography practice. Assignments with a feedback from Instructor to boost your learning. Bonus Headshots On-Location! We will be outside in the nice artistic neighborhood.We will make comfortable spots around the area.

The theory part will be in the Library classroom.
The practical part will be outside in the nice artistic neighborhood.
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$92      
Using Light & Shadow in Photography

Using Light & Shadow in Photography

Saturday 17 May
South Babcock Street - 10am - 2 Hours
Kim Mayes
Light and shadow photography is a type of photography that focuses on capturing the interplay between light and shadow in a particular scene. This style of photography often produces dramatic and compelling images that can evoke strong emotions in the viewer.

Harsh light and the contrast between light and shadow can provide some interesting photo
opportunities, as well as some challenges!

In this meetup, we will be looking at how you can use your camera's settings to nail the exposure.
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$47      
Nature Photography Meetup

Nature Photography Meetup

Saturday 31 May
Malabar Road - 10am - 2 Hours
Kim Mayes
Join this session for tips on how to use your camera settings to creatively capture nature in a visually interesting way. We will be looking at composition, focus, and colour.

Many professional offices and places of business have large prints gracing their wall space of things such as fields of flowers, a butterfly perched on a leaf, and a single dew drop on a rose petal. These beautiful images are all around us in nature. It just takes that special "eye" to not only see it but to capture it in a way that will turn that simple little piece of nature into a beautiful piece of art. We will learn how to use different angles, light and shadows, and settings to make subjects pop.
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$47      

BootCamp- Golden Hour Beach Portraits

BootCamp- Golden Hour Beach Portraits

Saturday 31 May
Brevard County - 5pm - 3 Hours
Kate Kharlamova
Create beautiful portraits on the beach with our group and fabulous models!We are meeting at the beach to learn more about Golden Hour Photography and techniques to make stunning portraits at the beach. Group Leader will show and explain several lighting technique using natural light and external flash options. It is a practical workshop working with the models, unique opportunities for you to practice and upgrade your portfolio! Join Us!

We are meeting at the beach to learn more about Golden Hour Photography and techniques to make stunning portraits at the beach. Group Leader will show and explain several lighting technique using natural light and external flash options. It is a practical workshop working with the models, unique opportunities for you to practice and upgrade your portfolio! Join Us!
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$92      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 14 June
Cocoa Village - 9am - 3 Hours
Kate Kharlamova
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance! Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.

Note: If booking is more than 5 participants, the venue location will be changed to a bigger location.
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$92      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 21 June
Cocoa Village - 9am - 3 Hours
Kate Kharlamova
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance! Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.

Note: If booking is more than 5 participants, the venue location will be changed to a bigger location.
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$92      

Black and White Photography

Black and White Photography

Saturday 21 June
Minton Road, SE Palm Bay - 10am - 2 Hours
Kim Mayes
Introduction to Black and White Photography. What makes a good Black and White shot?

Without the distraction of color, there must be more emphasis on line, form, light, shade and tone. In this 2-hour meetup we will look at things like contrast, using light and textures to create beautiful shots. We will look for some good examples and set some exercises.

This meetup assumes you understand the basics of photography and controlling your personal cameras settings. All cameras as well as smartphones are welcome to this event.
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$47      
BootCamp- Golden Hour Beach Portraits

BootCamp- Golden Hour Beach Portraits

Saturday 28 June
Brevard County - 5pm - 3 Hours
Kate Kharlamova
Create beautiful portraits on the beach with our group and fabulous models!We are meeting at the beach to learn more about Golden Hour Photography and techniques to make stunning portraits at the beach. Group Leader will show and explain several lighting technique using natural light and external flash options. It is a practical workshop working with the models, unique opportunities for you to practice and upgrade your portfolio! Join Us!

We are meeting at the beach to learn more about Golden Hour Photography and techniques to make stunning portraits at the beach. Group Leader will show and explain several lighting technique using natural light and external flash options. It is a practical workshop working with the models, unique opportunities for you to practice and upgrade your portfolio! Join Us!
book now
$92      
Sunrise Photography Meetup

Sunrise Photography Meetup

Saturday 12 July
Bay Blvd - 6am - 2 Hours
Kim Mayes
Join us for this fabulous 2-hour meetup where you will learn how to capture great sunrise photos in an absolutely beautiful location. We will show you how to explore the settings on your camera as well as how to use great composition techniques to get those jaw-dropping photos.
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$49      

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 12 July
Cocoa Village - 9am - 3 Hours
Kate Kharlamova
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance! Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.

Note: If booking is more than 5 participants, the venue location will be changed to a bigger location.
book now
$98      
ABOUT PALM
BAY
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 Palm Bay .

  • 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.

    Join the Palm Bay Photography Group on Facebook to share your photos after the session.

    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
    • REVIEWS
    Kate did an excellent job explaining everything . Highly recommended!
    5/5
    Sharon
    2025-05-11
    I thoroughly enjoyed attending this class! Kate shares her vast knowledge and also conveys so much kind support and encouragement in developing one's photography skills. I have felt stuck for many years regarding my photography skills and comfort level with my camera. Kate's instruction and support helped me turn a corner and I feel that my growth in photography will improve exponentially from here. I plan on attending many more classes in the future!
    5/5
    Davina
    2025-02-17
    As a photographer between beginner and intermediate, I thoroughly enjoyed the event. Kim was a great leader and so much fun to be around. More importantly, she was soooooo willing to share tips on composition, Lightroom, photos spots around the Space Coast?so cool to pick the mind of an artist!!!! Additionally, it was great to interact with my fellow attendees, both of whom I learned photo tips as well. Will look forward to my next signup!!!
    5/5
    Michael
    2025-02-02

    We had a great time walking and talking with Kim M. She was very easy going and created a learning friendly environment with challenges (specific photo goals) and sharing relevant technical information.
    5/5
    Gerrard
    2024-12-08
    Photography class was an incredibly valuable experience! The course provided a wealth of information about both my camera and basic photography techniques. I learned a lot about manual settings?shutter speed, aperture, ISO?and how to use them to create different effects in my photos. The instructor was clear, patient, and really took the time to explain things in a way that was easy to understand, even for beginners. One of the highlights for me was the hands-on experience. Being able to immediately apply what I was learning in real-time was super helpful. I really appreciated how the class balanced theory with practice, allowing us to take shots outdoors. It made a huge difference in grasping how to adjust settings to get the best shot.
    5/5
    Caitlin
    2024-11-17
    Really good class
    5/5
    Janine
    2024-11-17

    Very patient and informative. Kate had a way of making us feel comfortable I learned alot about the camera and basic rules for the settings. Thank you Kate!
    5/5
    Tom
    2024-10-20
    Great learning opportunity. Fantastic Instructor who was very helpful and talented!
    5/5
    Michael
    2024-04-18
    I was an informative and great photographic opportunity.
    5/5
    Michael
    2024-04-01

    Enjoyed the time taking pictures with an experienced photographer that was ready to meet us at the level we were at individually. I really enjoyed the class and the other participants!
    5/5
    Tamara
    2024-04-01
    Fantastic event with enthusiastic teacher and students
    5/5
    Brandon
    2024-03-18
    This is an amazing class and fully recomend to anybody new to photography.
    5/5
    Brandon
    2024-03-11

    PHOTOGRAPHERS
    Kate Kharlamova
    Kathy is an experienced photographer, who specializes in capturing the most precious moments of Love, Beauty, and Kindness through classy and creative portraiture. Her passion is to catch unique emotional shots on her camera and produce the most natural and eye-catching images that will last for a lifetime! Photography allows her to be creative as an artist and bring joy and happiness into this world. She is thankful to be a part of the most wonderful moments of people 2019s lives and capture true emotions and energy of the day. She is volunteering at many local events and does many projects with the local non-profits.
    Kathy loves to share her passion with others, because she truly believes that being a photographer changes the way you look at the world 2026You simply see more details, unique beauty around you and capture it on a camera to share with others.

    Red Hat Studio (www.redhat.studio)
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redhatstudio/?hl=en

    Kate Kharlamova is available for private bookings

    I provide Individual sessions to mentor beginner photographers on their Branding, Marketing, Business Building questions. I also provide technical training to help find the professional look and choose the product line. I help to get a better understanding of the camera settings and editing softwares available on the market. I train to use AI tools to improve the image quality. Social Media Marketing expert for photography business

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    Kim Mayes
    Kim Mayes has spent the better part of the last 30 years behind the camera with the last 8 of those years as a professional freelance photographer. While she enjoys many categories of photography, her professional career has been mainly in animal and nature photography. She has been honored with the title of Dog Photography Master, a title that less than 10 photographers in the United States hold. Kim also enjoys expressing her artistic mind through creative and surreal photography, using photo editing techniques to invent images that cannot be captured solely through the lens.
    Creating images that are thought-provoking, stimulate emotion and tell a story are at the forefront of her body of work. She loves helping non-profit organizations, photographing at local events and hopes that sharing her incredible passion for photography inspires more people to pick up their cameras and capture the magic that is all around us.

    https://kimmayesphotoart.shootproof.com/
    https://www.instagram.com/kimmayesphotoart/
    PHOTOS
    Sanford Photography Group
    2025-05-12
    Palm Bay Photography Group
    2025-05-02
    Title or Location: Front garden off my front porch in Palm Bay, FL
    I like to sit on my front porch in the morning and in the evening. This one was taken in the morning. I just happened to have my camera set up ready to take photos of any bird I happen to see. Usually I am taking photos of birds at the bird feeder. Saw movement at the corner of my eye. It was the ruby-throated hummingbird flying around the firecracker plant. With out much thought I immediately started shooting. I only got off a few shots before she flew away. I hadn't seen hummingbirds i
    Credit: Becky Trist
    Facebook: becky.trist
    Instagram: photosbyb3c
    Birkenhead Photography Group
    2025-05-08

    Palm Bay Photography Group
    2025-04-23
    Title or Location: Palm Bay, Florida
    The Old Oak Tree, 2025.This is one of my favorite trees. It is situated alone in a huge field on a little farm near where I live. Every time I see it and the little rope swing that hangs from it, it just fills me with a sense of peace and tranquility. I wanted to portray that in this minimalist, high key version of it.
    Credit: Kim Mayes
    Facebook: KimMayesPhotoArt
    Instagram: KimMayesPhotoArt
    Winnipeg Photography Group
    2025-05-05
    Palm Bay Photography Group
    2025-03-16
    Title or Location: Orlando Wetlands, Florida
    I got to the Orlando Wetlands a few minutes before dawn for the light. This photo was taken a few minutes after sunrise. This is a Red-winged Blackbird simply singing in the joy of the morning, in the reeds with a backdrop of incredible color.
    Credit: Jeff Petrie
    Facebook: jeff.petrie
    Instagram: jeff_petrie_photog

    Oxford Photography Group
    2025-05-05
    Palm Bay Photography Group
    2025-02-19
    Title or Location: Castaways Point Park, Palm Bay, FL
    I go to this park frequently at dawn, hoping for the kind of light I got this day (this doesn't always happen!). The morning this was taken there were Brown Pelicans, Great Egrets, Little Blue Herons, Red-breasted Mergansers, Snowy Egrets and, of course, Great Blue Herons. This shot caught the beautiful light just right, and this 'pose, while the Great Blue Heron was fishing for some breakfast.
    Credit: Jeff Petrie
    Facebook: jeff.petrie
    Instagram: jeff_petrie_photog
    Oxford Photography Group
    2025-05-05

    Palm Bay Photography Group
    2025-02-08
    Title or Location: Castaways Point Park, Palm Bay, Florida
    Just before full sunrise I was able to capture this Great Egret beautifully backlit. Looking across the Indian River Lagoon from Palm Bay towards Melbourne Beach.
    Credit: Jeff Petrie
    Facebook: jeff.petrie
    Instagram: jeff_petrie_photog
    Oxford Photography Group
    2025-05-05
    Palm Bay Photography Group
    2024-12-29
    Title or Location: Viera Wetland, Melbourne, FL
    A cool morning walk around viera wetland. Peaceful and calm.
    Credit: Fuxue Jin

    Oxford Photography Group
    2025-05-05
    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
    Oxford Photography Group
    2025-05-05

    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
    Sydney Photography Group
    2025-05-05
    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

    Sydney Photography Group
    2025-05-05
    Orange County Photography Group
    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
    Sydney Photography Group
    2025-05-05

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