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Sami
- Rate R662
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- Photography
- Digital Photography
- Film photography
"Learn the art of photography: Master both Vintage 35mm Film and Modern Digital cameras in manual mode."
- Photography
- Digital Photography
- Film photography
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About Sami
About Me: The Story Behind PhotoFusionArt
From Shutter to Sculpture: Bridging the Gap for the Modern Photographer
My journey as a tutor didn't start with a textbook; it started with a collection of classic gear and a fascination for how things work. As the founder of PhotoFusionArt, I’ve spent years collecting and restoring vintage cameras—from the satisfying mechanical click of a Nikon shutter to the intricate patina of a well-worn lens.
I’ve always believed that to take a great photo, you have to understand your tool. That’s why I combine my lifelong love for analog photography with the precision of modern 3D design.
Why I Tutor:
What I’ve learned through restoring cameras and designing custom 3D-printed accessories is that there is a unique synergy between nostalgia and innovation. I teach my students how to bridge that gap.
When you book a lesson with me, you aren’t just getting a photography coach; you’re getting a gear specialist who understands:
The Tactile Beauty: How to handle, load, and feel the "soul" of a 35mm camera.
The Technical Precision: How to troubleshoot mechanical quirks and "timeouts" (common in cameras like the Nikon FE).
Modern Customization: How we can use new technology (like 3D printing and digital design) to enhance and display our vintage collections.
Photography is a celebration of form, function, and the stories we capture along the way. My goal is to give you the technical confidence to stop worrying about your gear and start focusing on your art.
Not like other tutors I have a physical and e-stores where I sell and repair cameras! see (concealed information)
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About the lesson
- All levels
- English
Languages in which the lesson is available :
English
Move beyond "Auto" and master the art of intentional photography.
Whether you’ve just inherited a vintage 35mm film camera (like a Nikon FE, Canon AE-1, or Pentax K1000) or you have a modern Digital DSLR/Mirrorless, I will teach you how to take full control of your settings to create stunning, professional-level images.
In our 1-on-1 sessions, we don't just talk about theory—we get hands-on with your specific gear.
🛠️ What we will cover:
The Exposure Triangle: Master the relationship between Aperture, Shutter Speed, and ISO to get perfect exposure every time.
Vintage Gear Mastery: How to load film correctly, read a needle-style light meter, and troubleshoot mechanical quirks (like shutter timing).
The "Film Look" on Digital: Learn how to use your modern camera to capture that nostalgic, high-dynamic-range aesthetic.
Manual Focusing: Techniques for hitting sharp focus every time without relying on modern autofocus.
Film Selection: Choosing the right film stock (Kodak, Ilford, Fujifilm) for the look you want.
My Teaching Style
My goal is to make "technical" concepts feel like common sense. I skip the boring lectures and focus on practical results. By the end of our first hour, you will feel confident enough to walk out the door and shoot a roll of film without worrying about wasting a single shot.
Beginner Friendly: No prior knowledge required.
Gear Specific: We use your camera so you learn exactly where the buttons are.
Live Troubleshooting: Stuck shutter? Dark viewfinder? We’ll fix it together.
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Sami is so knowledgable and passionate about photography. He is a patient person and will listen and really make learning fun. He also explains things extremely well and will change your perspective on film photography!
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Package rates
- 5h: R3310
- 10h: R6620
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