Kenmore, WA Photography Lessons

I'm Sandra. I've worked with thousands of photographers and designers – from beginners to the best in the business in print, online and video formats. I've helped them find their unique route to achieve their potential. I'm quick, honest, easy to understand; I inspire you, show you steps and help grow. I can help with technical issues but my focus is on helping you see more. In teaching college classes, my main student comment is, "I will never look at anything the same way again."

I started as a professional photographer when I was 16. Since then so many things changed, we move from film to digital, now our darkroom is digital, we have amazing cameras on our cell phones. We can work together on photography concepts which will help you to become a great photographer. You'll understand how to get the most of the equipment you already have. How to invest in things you'll really need, saving you a lot of time and money. Understand how lenses and lighting are the most important tools for a photographer. And of course you'll learn the whole digital workflow, so you can work faster and better, having effective backups plans.

Welcome to the world of Photography! Within the first few lessons, you'll be able to gain an understanding of the basics. Basics such as the exposure triangle, how to compose and pick your shots, different uses for the tools found in Photoshop and Lightroom (post processing), how to effectively use lighting, and much more. As time goes on you'll be able to retouch and stylize your photos, to give them that professional look you have been wanting. All you need to get started is a camera and your eye. I look forward to seeing you and as always stay creative!

I am a professional photographer with extensive experience in Photoshop retouching and Lightroom editing. I can help you to refine your editing skills, so you can enhance your creative abilites!

Photography has been a lifelong passion for me. As my journey continues, I enjoy working with students and clients on making great images and helping them to achieve their artistic vision. I love to share the tips and tricks that I have learned along the way as both a professional photographer, but also as a teacher and as a student of light.

Experienced photographer that has worked professionally in many areas including travel, fine-art, news, and sports action. I have extensive darkroom experience in both B&W and color and have transitioned those skills to Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop in the digital post-processing world. Many of my images have been printed in various publications, on many websites, and in art gallery exhibits. I teach beginner to advanced students on how to take and process great images in private tutor sessions, group lessons, and on workshop field trips. I also custom print images, and scan and retouch/restore old photographs and negatives.

I have a portrait photography business and have been shooting portraits for the last 6 years. I love to share knowledge of how to use a DSLR and great camera settings for shooting portraits and I enjoy having fun sharing our love for photography!

Visualize ~ Create ~ Evoke is the moto of Karen Ulvestad. Her teaching style reflects her great reservoir of photography knowledge shared in a clear and understandable method. She teaches through various schools.

Whether you are wanting to learn the basics of photography, or advanced post processing techniques, I will guide you through the process. I have been practicing photography for over 5 years and am competent in composition, ISO, aperture, shutter speed - all the fundamentals. I am knowledgable in Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom and can help smooth out your workflow.

I'm a Professional Photographer who loves taking portraits, family photos etc. My favorite part of what I do is being able to capture those intricate moments of happines. I believe it is my honor and responsibility to remind and show others just how beautiful and powerful they truly are.