Intro to Video

About the class

Learn how to bring motion to your photography through video. Get an intensive, hands-on introduction to shooting, lighting and audio. In this course, we will delve into the exciting world of videography and teach you how to unlock the full potential of your DSLR or Mirrorless camera. Whether you are a beginner who has just purchased your first camera or an experienced photographer looking to expand your skill set, this class is designed to help you capture stunning videos.

This comprehensive class is crafted to provide you with a solid foundation in DSLR and Mirrorless videography. Over the course of four weeks, our experienced instructors will guide you through a series of lessons that cover everything from camera settings to continuous lighting and capturing audio. By the end of this class, you'll have the skills and knowledge to create professional-looking videos that tell compelling stories.


What You'll Learn
During this class, we will cover a range of topics that will equip you with the necessary tools to master DSLR and Mirrorless video shooting. Some of the key areas we'll explore include:

  • Learn proper camera settings for DSLR and Mirrorless video

  • Different Types of lenses for video

  • Stabilizers, Tripods and Sliders

  • Capturing the best audio with a selections of microphones

  • Hands-on lighting demo

  • Affordable options for equipment

  • & more!

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A black digital camera with range and shooting mode dials on top, isolated against a black background.


Are you ready to take your photography skills to the next level and venture into the exciting world of DSLR and Mirrorless video shooting? Then join us for our Introduction to DSLR and Mirrorless Video Class and learn the essential techniques and concepts that will elevate your videos to new heights. Sign up today and embark on an incredible journey of creativity and expression!

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Meet Your Instructor

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Meet Your Instructor ///

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Don Orkoskey

Don Orkoskey specializes in headshots and corporate photography. He's also a passionate wildlife photographer and leads a free monthly nature photography meetup. From long before he can remember Don had a camera in hand, from his mom's Polaroid 600 to his Pentax K1000 he bought for a high school photography class. He opened WDO Photography in 2007 after working for and learning from a number of Pittsburgh's most talented photographers. He began teaching photography around the same time, hosting classes at Phipps Conservatory, the Pittsburgh Botanic Garden, and at many more great venues in and beyond Pittsburgh. Today, Don is exploring wild spaces in and around Atlanta looking for wildlife to photograph and he leads a free monthly nature photography meetup. 

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes! For both locations!


    Our Old Fourth Ward has a dedicated parking lot. We will send out a validation code just prior to the workshop start time.

    Our Sandy Springs location has a parking deck dedicated to Northside Tower.

  • We absolutely welcome note taking! But, we also send out a link to the slide deck presentation from every workshop, so you can focus on learning.

  • You can send us an email at staff@atlschoolofphoto.com or call or text us at 404-996-6978

  • Be sure to check out our Photo 1 class to learn more!