Guest Author: Amair Javaid (AJ)
Shooting video is a wonderfully intense journey. I love it. And I also hate it.
Let me explain.
I’ve been shooting photos for about twenty years now, and video for fifteen. When I first discovered RAW photography, I was completely fascinated by the sheer elasticity of an image—the fact that you could manipulate light and colour so drastically that you could turn an orange tiger purple if you wanted to. So, when I learned that hybrid cameras could shoot video, I was thrilled to do the exact same thing.
And that is exactly where the horror began.
My quest led me down perilous rabbit holes where I tackled colour spaces, bit depths, codecs, and all the funny little things your camera does to maximize image quality. The learning curve was undeniably steep, but eventually, I found my way back to the holy grail: shooting RAW video. I picked up a beautiful Sigma fp from The Camera Store, ready to finally achieve that glorious pliability I loved in my photos.
But the journey didn't end there. I quickly learned that capturing RAW video is one thing; managing it in the real world is another. A few high-stress projects later, I realized a hard truth that I want you to understand very carefully: Just because you can shoot the highest quality doesn't mean you should.
This is what my crash course at The Camera Store is about. We’ll cover exactly what settings a video camera has, and more importantly, when to use them. It’s designed to demystify the tech and cover the crucial equipment you need for your video shoot.
Having a good foundation could potentially save you months of stress (or even years!). Sign up now, spots are limited!
Preparing for Your Video Shoot
Date: Thursday, June 4, 2026
Time: 6:30 - 8:30 PM MDT
Location: The Camera Store
Price: $49.95 (+GST)
Tickets available here!
Testimonials:
“AJ is an excellent teacher who creates value for everyone in the room. The workshop brought together photographers and videographers of all experience levels, yet each of us walked away with meaningful insights. I now feel much more confident approaching my camera for my next video shoot." - Ahmad
“This workshop felt like the ultimate crash course I needed to understand the fundamentals of shooting video. Amair's lighthearted instruction was engaging and easy to follow, and I left with an arsenal of practical knowledge I can't wait to implement!” - Saania
“AJ’s videography workshop was both informative and engaging, breaking down complex terms in a way that felt easy to grasp. I left feeling inspired and more confident in my creative approach.” - Adeen
“The Preparing for your Video Shoot workshop delivered everything promised! AJ covered a breadth of information in 2 hours without it being overwhelming or too much information. Highly recommend this workshop for anyone interested in videography.” - Elaine
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