Introduction to Videography for Beginners Class

Learn to create engaging, cinematic videos through creative camera techniques, B-roll and visual storytelling.



4 hours Location Victoria Park Class size 1 to 10 (public classes), 2 to 9   $150 (Afterpay available)
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Whether you're new to videography, looking to improve your filmmaking skills or wanting to create more professional-looking content, this hands-on workshop will help you take your videos to the next level.
Great videography isn't simply about pressing record. It's about understanding your camera, recognising light, choosing the right composition and knowing how to capture footage that tells a story.
During this interactive 4-hour workshop, you'll explore the creative and technical elements of videography, from mastering essential camera settings to capturing beautiful B-roll, introducing movement and building compelling visual sequences.
With practical demonstrations, creative exercises and personalised guidance, you'll gain the confidence to approach your filming with greater intention and creativity.
What You'll Learn
Understanding Your Camera for Video
Frame rates, shutter speed and the 180-degree shutter rule
Aperture, ISO and achieving correct exposure
White balance and maintaining consistent colour
Resolution, recording formats and picture profiles
Choosing the right settings for different filming situations
Cinematic Composition & Creative Framing
Creating visually engaging compositions
Using foreground, background and depth
Understanding wide, medium and close-up shots
Working creatively with natural and available light
Using perspective and framing to enhance storytelling
Camera Movement & Cinematic Techniques
Creating smooth, purposeful camera movements
Panning, tracking and reveal shots
Handheld filming techniques
Using movement to add emotion and visual interest
Understanding when to move the camera and when to keep it still
The Art of B-Roll
What B-roll is and why it's essential for storytelling
Capturing establishing shots, details and creative close-ups
Filming sequences that flow naturally together
Adding variety through angles, movement and composition
Creating engaging footage for social media, travel videos and creative projects
Visual Storytelling & Shooting for the Edit
Planning your shots before filming
Building a story through visual sequences
Capturing footage that works together in the editing process
Understanding pacing, continuity and transitions
Avoiding common videography mistakes
Putting It All Into Practice
One of the highlights of this workshop is the opportunity to put your new skills into action.
Through a guided practical filming exercise, you'll plan and capture a short cinematic sequence, experimenting with composition, camera movement, creative angles and B-roll.
You'll discover how a collection of thoughtfully captured clips can come together to create a compelling visual story.
Duration: 4 hours
Workshop Format: Small-group learning with demonstrations, practical filming exercises and individual guidance.
Move beyond simply recording video and start creating footage with purpose, creativity and impact.

Upcoming dates for Introduction to Videography for Beginners Class

Times are Perth time. Dates and prices as of 22 Oct 2026, 12:40pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

1 upcoming date between 8 Nov 2026 and 8 Nov 2026.

  • Sun 8 Nov 2026, 12pm-4pm
What you'll get
By the end of this workshop, you'll have:
A stronger understanding of your camera's video capabilities
Greater confidence using manual video settings
Practical techniques for capturing cinematic footage
An understanding of how to create effective B-roll
The ability to plan and capture engaging visual sequences
New creative skills to apply to your own videography projects
Knowledge required
This workshop is ideal for photography enthusiasts exploring video, beginner and developing videographers, content creators, small business owners and anyone wanting to improve the quality and creativity of their videos.
No professional filmmaking experience is required. A basic understanding of your camera will be helpful.
What to bring
A camera capable of recording video
Fully charged batteries and spare batteries if available
Memory cards with sufficient storage
A suitable lens or lenses
A tripod or gimbal if you own one (optional)
A willingness to experiment, learn and get creative!
Location

Perron Place, Kitchener Avenue, Victoria Park WA

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Recent reviews of Introduction to Videography for Beginners Class

  • 5/5 from Glenda Gore, attended May 2026: Very informative and well explained. I gained knowledge of the basics in easy to understand steps and have confidence to utlise and explore videograhy further. I applaud the way the concepts were demonstrated. Thankyou.
  • 5/5 from Freya Lindhjem, attended Feb 2026: I had a great time and found it really useful. It's so much easier to learn when you can have your questions answered on the spot. I really enjoyed the practical component to help consolidate what I learned as well. Highly recommend.
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Gilham-Martin Media

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Claire Gilham-Martin is a Perth-based photographer, videographer, and educator whose work captures the quiet, cinematic beauty of Western Australia. Drawn to moody tones, reflective light, and the emotion of stillness, Claire transforms familiar coastal and urban landscapes into stories of atmosphere and place.
Through her photography workshops and mentoring, Claire empowers others to see with intention — guiding students from automatic settings to confident manual control. Her teaching style, often described as patient, clear, and inspiring, helps beginners and enthusiasts alike understand not just how to take a photo, but why it matters.
With a background in both photography and videography, Claire bridges artistry and technical mastery. Whether behind the lens or leading a hands-on class at Perth landmarks like Elizabeth Quay and Fremantle’s Round House, she shares the same passion: helping others discover the magic in light, mood, and moment.
When she’s not editing or teaching, Claire can usually be found exploring the outdoors with her two Welsh Pembroke Corgis, Speckle and Licorice — her loyal (and often muddy) photography assistants. They’ve wandered through more shoots than most people she knows, always reminding her to slow down, look closer, and find joy in the small details.
Claire’s landscape work continues to gain recognition on both national and international stages. Most recently, she reached the Top 101 in the International Landscape Awards 2025, placing Number 41 globally and having her image published in the official awards book. She also achieved Finalist status in the prestigious Landscape Capture Awards, with both of her submitted images. In 2024, Claire was awarded 3rd Place in the Australian & New Zealand Landscape Awards, her image was selected and published, a milestone that marked her continued progression in the competitive landscape photography world.
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