Editing & Post Production Essentials

Take your photography skills to new heights in this 5-week hands-on masterclass led by professional photographer and multidisciplinary artist Sancho Smalls. Designed for creatives ready to refine their craft, this course offers a comprehensive dive into the world of post-production, blending foundational techniques with cutting-edge tools like AI to create stunning, professional-quality work.

What You'll Learn

Under the instructor's expert guidance, students will explore:

• Photoshop Essentials: Edit with confidence using essential tools and techniques.
• Beauty Editing: Perfect portraits with advanced retouching methods.
• AI Compositing: Leverage AI tools to transform and elevate your photography.

What You'll Need

• An Open Mind: Come ready to learn and level up your creative skills.
• Previous Work: Bring some of your own photos to use in class. (If you don’t have any, we’ll provide images for you.)
• No Equipment Required: Computers and software will be provided during the course.
• Optional: Bring your camera if you have specific questions about settings or techniques.

By the end of the masterclass, participants will have polished their portfolios and gained the confidence to take their photography to the next level. Spaces are limited so reserve your spot today!

Session Times

This masterclass series is comprised of five (5) sessions and the registration fee covers all sessions:

• January 15
• January 22
• January 29
• February 5
• February 12

Christopher "Sancho" Smalls, was born in Beaufort, SC, and raised in the rich Gullah culture of the coastal sea islands. While in Beaufort, he developed an appreciation for the intimacy and instinctual beauty of visual art. He received his Bachelor's in Fine Arts from Winthrop University in Rock Hill, SC in 2014. It was there that his traditional mediums such as painting, drawing, and mixed media, intersected with wearable art, fashion, and computer-aided design. Now living in Charlotte, he primarily uses photography as his tool to create empowering themes that highlight minority subjects. He aims to find himself within the process of creating each piece and embraces the transformative quality of photography. He adopted the moniker Sancho Smalls, the name of his 4th great grandfather, in 2019 as a tribute to his ancestry and his evolving future as an artist.