Skill Specific Session: Ceramic Product Photography with Jim Norton

Date: Sunday, August 9
Duration: 2.5 hours
Capacity: 8–10 participants
Level: All experience levels welcome

Learn to take beautiful, intentional photos of your pottery using the camera you already own. In this hands-on workshop, commercial photographer Jim Norton will share practical techniques for photographing ceramics with natural light and your smartphone.

Together, you'll explore lighting, composition, and styling, while discussing how different images serve different purposes—from websites and online shops to social media and portfolios. The workshop includes a live demonstration, Q&A, time to photograph your own work, and an optional group review.

Whether you're a potter, artist, maker, photographer, or simply curious about product photography, you'll leave with practical skills you can put to use immediately.

Price:
$135 + HST

Please bring:

• A smartphone with a camera
• A phone tripod (recommended)
• A few ceramic pieces or small objects to photograph

Instructor:
Jim Norton is a commercial photographer with years of experience helping businesses and makers tell their stories through thoughtful, authentic imagery. His relaxed, approachable teaching style makes photography accessible whether you're just getting started or looking to refine your workflow.