Please register at Leica Akademie, as we cannot register you through the store. This class is limited to 15 people, so registration will fill up fast.

This full-day, hands-on experiential workshop is designed especially for those new to digital rangefinder photography or prospective M  camera owners wanting to “test drive” the highly sought-after LEICA M9, with a professional Leica Akademie instructor leading the session.

If you have never used a digital rangefinder camera, this is your chance to explore how to see the world in a different light through a Leica rangefinder. Through classroom discussion and looking at real world examples you will explore the differences and advantages of using a rangefinder vs. a DSLR.  The workshop will include a comprehensive introduction to the M system and its entire range of exquisite Leica M lenses, a 2-hour field trial, and invaluable instruction on how to get the most out of the M9′s image files. There will also be a very worthwhile section on basic Lightroom workflow for the Leica photographer.

Magnum photographer Eli Reed will be a special guest and featured photographer during this workshop.

Attendance is strictly limited to 15 participants, so be sure to sign up at your earliest opportunity.

Topics covered include:

• Introduction to M-System
• Using a rangefinder
• Hyperfocal distance
• Scale focusing
• Lens selection
• Optimal camera settings
• M9 shooting session
• Lightroom 3 introduction

Who should attend this Workshop?

This workshop is ideal for those new to digital rangefinders or prospective owners of a Leica rangefinder looking for a fun filled hands-on experience with the Leica M9.  Cost is $199 and includes a $150 voucher that can be used toward the purchase of a Leica Serial numbered M products.