Canon FREE Workshop & Contest

Saturday, May 14, 2011 dfg 0 Comments

There's a FREE camera workshop for Canon users starting every weekend of May 14 - July 2, 2011 at different venues around the Philippines. Learn both the basics and advanced techniques of how to use both your point-and-shoot cameras and prosumer cameras. If you recently bought or plan to buy a Canon camera, you can join in the exclusive photo contest where you can be 1 of 3 winners of an EOS 1100D.




Promo Requirements:
  • Canon Photoskwela 2011
    • FREE photography workshop is open to all Canon users
  • PhotoSkwela Photo Contest
    • Participants who bought a Canon camera from May 1 – July 2, 2011 are eligible to join an exclusive photo contest. Bring proof of purchase
Promo Mechanics:
  • Canon Photoskwela 2011
    1. Photography workshop will discuss basic techniques so compact camera users can maximize their gadgets. Topics include
      • Point-and-Shooters!
        • Functionalities of a Camera
          • Analog vs. Digital
          • Shutter, aperture, ISO, White Balance
          • Practical Applications and tips
        • Creative modes
          • Portrait vs. landscape mode
          • Macro mode
          • Sports
          • Night
          • Playing with exposure settings
        • Other topics
          • Ergonomics and practicality
          • Getting the most bang for your buck: which model is right for you?
      • ADVANCED PHOTOGRAPHY
        • Advancements in prosumer cameras
          • Advantages
          • What to expect
          • Are you a prosumer?
        • Maximizing your prosumer camera
          • Adjusting the ISO, shutter speeds, aperture
          • When to use Low ISO
          • When to use certain white balances
          • Taking flattering photos
          • Capturing your subject
        • Workshop
    2. Register by posting on the event wall your full name, your Canon camera model and date purchased and the date and type of the workshop you would want to attend. Wait for a call or text from Canon to confirm your slot on the workshops.
  • PhotoSkwela Photo Contest
    1. Register by posting on the event wall your full name, your Canon camera model and date purchased and the date and type of the workshop you would want to attend. Wait for a call or text from Canon to confirm your slot on the workshops.
    2. Register during the day of the workshop. Upon registration, you will be provided a code by registration officers. This will be a unique 5-character alphaneumeric code (eg. A4GE9S).
    3. Upload entries on Canon Digital Cameras - Philippines Facebook page between May 21 - July 9, 2011
    4. Photo Guidelines
    5. Must be taken using a Canon compact cameras
    6. Not manipulated (minor modifications such as adjustments in brightness, exposure, and cropping are allowed)
    7. Posted with the correct code provided during the participant’s registration
    8. Only one entry per participant will be accepted
    9. Judging Criteria
      • 20% Composition
      • 20% Creativity
      • 30% Originality
      • 30% Impact
  • View complete promo mechanics
Promo Period:
  • Canon Photoskwela 2011
    • May 14 - 15 - SM City North Edsa
    • May 21 – 22 - SM Southmall, SM City Naga
    • May 28 – 29 - SM Megamall
    • June 4 – 5 - SM City Manila
    • June 11 – 12 - Sarrosa Hotel Cebu
    • June 18 – 19 - APO View Hotel Davao
    • June 25 – 26 - SM City Bacolod, SM City Pampanga
    • July 1 – 2 - UP Diliman
  • PhotoSkwela Photo Contest
    • May 14 - 15 - SM City North Edsa
    • May 21 – 22 - SM Southmall, SM City Naga
    • May 28 – 29 - SM Megamall
    • June 4 – 5 - SM City Manila
    • June 11 – 12 - Sarrosa Hotel Cebu
    • June 18 – 19 - APO View Hotel Davao
    • June 25 – 26 - SM City Bacolod, SM City Pampanga
    • July 1 – 2 - UP Diliman
    • Submission Deadline of entry is from May 1 – July 2, 2011
Promo Prize:
  • Canon Photoskwela 2011
    • FREE photography workshop is open to all Canon users
  • PhotoSkwela Photo Contest
    • Three (3) winners of an EOS 1100D 18-55 Kit worth P31,950.
    • Winning contestants will also be pre-registered to the much-awaited National Canon PhotoMarathon, entrance into which has been much-coveted due to the limited slots available.
Upside:
  • Canon Photoskwela 2011
    • FREE photography workshop
  • PhotoSkwela Photo Contest
    • Prizes are tax-free but not convertible to cash, and are non-transferable
Downside:
  • Canon Photoskwela 2011
    • NONE
  • PhotoSkwela Photo Contest
    • Mechanics and theme is not clear
For more information, log on to Canon Digital Cameras - Philippines Facebook page or call 0928-9572108 and look for Wheng Castro