Grand Rapids Wedding Photography

Due to popular demand, I am offering two photo classes in May!  The first one is for those of you who would just like some tips and tricks to make your pictures better, while the second class is designed for those of you who are ready to start taking your photography to a whole new level.  Read the descriptions below to see what class is best for you!  Space will be limited, so call today to reserve your spot!  616-437-5603

Photography 101 – May 18 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.  Cost $35
What this class is:
1. This is a beginner’s class.
2. You will learn what your camera is thinking, what fools your camera, and what you can do to help it.
3. You will learn how to better use your automatic settings.
4. I will help you understand the limitations of you camera and lenses, and what you can and can’t expect them to do.
5. We will go over photography tips to take better snapshots.

What this class is not:
1. You will not learn manual mode or advanced settings on your camera.
2. We will not be going over things like aperture, shutter speeds and ISOs.

Requirements for this class is that you have a DSLR camera, and manual. You will bring both to class. (Every camera is different, and you will be required to look up things in your manual to learn how to change some settings.)
So, if you want to learn a few tricks on how to take better vacation pictures and snapshots, and find out why your camera isn’t doing what you think it should… this class is for you!

Photography 201 – May 21, 9:00 – 5:00 Cost $120
Lunch is included and also admission to Frederick Meijer Gardens in the afternoon for hands on practicing of what we learned.
What this Class is:
1. This class is designed as a beginner to intermediate class. It is ideal for those desiring more out of their pictures, and don’t know how to get it!
2. Get off the program modes! You will learn about aperture, shutter speed, and ISO so you can set your camera manually to get great results!
3. I will help you understand the limitations of you camera and lenses, and what you can and can’t expect them to do.
4. We will have some hands on practicing what you learned in the afternoon at Frederick Miejer Gardens.

Requirements for this class is that you have a DSLR camera, and manual. You will bring both to class. (Every camera is different, and you will be required to look up things in your manual to learn how to change some settings.) You may also want to take a notebook for notes, and a tripod if you have one.

These classes are not professional classes, and will not teach you how to take professional portraits.

We just wanted to wish everyone a Very Merry Christmas from Kari Douma Photography.  We hope you spend time enjoying your friends and families, as well as remembering that Christ was born on this day Many years ago!  Merry Christmas and may God bless you this holiday!

Frank and Tracy had a beautiful wedding last Saturday!  After the rain in Saturday, we couldn’t have asked for a more perfect day!  The ceremony was held at Saint Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Beuleh Michigan.  It was such a scenic sight overlooking the lake!  Matt and I decided that if we attended church there, we would have a hard time concentrating on the sermon… we would be too busy looking out the glass windows!  Well, it did make for a beautiful wedding for Frank and Tracy!  The reception was held at Crystal Mountain.  I have to tell you… I LOVE Crystal Mountain!  It is such a beautiful place too!  If you want to see more… don’t forget to watch the Slideshow here!

I had another outdoor winter engagement session.  Frank and Tracy were in town for the weekend, so we made time for a winter engagement session in Wyoming, just out side of Grand Rapids.  It was snowing HARD!  The wind was blowing, and the snow was flying.  We were having so much fun trying to stay out of the wind!  I LOVE Tracy’s laugh.  She was giggling the entire time.  It made me very excited for their May wedding at Crystal Mountain! (Hopefully it will be a little warmer by then!