Thanks for Joining #BeAlpha Live Online!
To all of our instructors, hosts, and guests - thank you for your inspirational presentations.To our Expo partners B&H, Adorama, and Sony PRO Support - thank you for bringing so much great programming and access to our event. Each of you found creative ways to be engaged with our virtual community.
Lastly, but always most importantly, we thank all of YOU who spent part of your day with us.
In the coming days and weeks we will be presenting replays and highlights of #BeAlpha Live Online here on Alpha Universe and on our YouTube Channel. Be sure to follow @sonyalpha on Twitter and Instagram, and to check back here at AlphaUniverse.com for the latest news and upcoming events.
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Living The Alpha 1 Life
Presented By: Andy Mann
Sony Artisan of Imagery and Nat Geo photographer Andy Mann has won awards for his extraordinary underwater work. After extensively working with the Alpha 1 both under water and above ground, Andy will join us live to take us through some of his experiences with the Alpha 1 and share some fun stories from his shoots.
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Creativity On The Move: How To Make The Most Of What’s In Your Pocket
Presented By: Eric Rubens
Alpha Collective member Eric Rubens discusses photography and videography while on the move: on a boat, during road trip, while hiking a mountain and more. Learn how Xperia can be a useful creative tool in these dynamic environments.
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Sunshine & Blizzards With The FX3
Presented By: Michael Rubenstein
Sony Artisan of Imagery Michael Rubenstein will talk about his creative experiences with the FX3 cinema camera line and the 35mm 1.4 G-Master lens. He put this combo through its paces at the Bergen County Horse Rescue during a blizzard and made a short film about a writer in his secluded Catskills cabin. Live Q&A to follow with Michael Rubenstein.
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Sports Photography: From Grassroots To Pros
Presented By: Jean Fruth
What goes into making an iconic picture? Whether you are shooting the World Series or a Little League game, the goal remains the same: to make startling, memorable images. Sony Artisan Jean Fruth will share her story on how she got started shooting professionally and will give insights on what constitutes a great picture and how to shoot one. The class will focus on prepping for your shoot, assembling the right gear, choosing the right point of view, and editing your work for impact.
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Mylo
Presented By: Chris Burkard
Watch never before seen behind-the-scenes footage from the making of "Mylo", a film by Chris Burkard shot on the Alpha 1. The film offers a short glimpse into the life of Navajo photographer Mylo Fowler who uses his work as a voice to inspire and protect his Native American heritage through capturing the landscapes, people and wildlife of his youth. Through his humanitarian work and creativity, Mylo serves as a voice of what it means to be a Dine’ artist. Live Q&A to follow with Chris Burkard.
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One Project, Three Devices: Integrating The Alpha, FX3, And Xperia In A Single Shoot
Presented By: Miguel Quiles
Sony Artisan of Imagery Miguel Quiles is a versatile shooter who loves great tech. As the owner of Alpha, FX3, and Xperia cameras, he has integrated these devices in many shoots. But while the multi-device shoot is an exciting one, it's also a complex process to master to ensure continuity, consistency, and seamless content creation. Live Q&A with Miguel to follow the class.
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A Wedding Journey: Photographing the Moments that Matter
Presented By: Jose Villa
Jose Villa is one of the most acclaimed and influential wedding photographers in the world. Join Jose as he provides an intimate look at his work, his passion, his approach to the critical photographic points of a wedding day, and an overall peak into his mind and the world through his eyes.
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Xperia Pro Hands-On
Presented By: Tarek "TK" Bay
Join us for a LIVE in-depth look at the Xperia PRO with tech reviewer and creator, TK Bay. Attendees will learn how to broadcast and share content quickly and easily. Bring all of your questions about Xperia PRO to this interactive session.
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The Art Of 8K
Presented By: Andrew "Drew" Geraci
Sony Artisan Drew Geraci (Netflix, HBO, Showtime) will share the art of filming in mesmerizing 8k resolution and how it can benefit your 4k productions and beyond. Drew will detail how to shoot more meaningful compositions while utilizing ultra-high resolution footage that will allow you to recompose, restyle, and create multiple scenes from a single clip in post. You'll also learn the best techniques to process live-action 8k footage inside of NLEs, like Davinci Resolve and Adobe Premiere Pro, and what you can do to speed up your workflow.
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Creativity Chat
with Joshua Kissi, Andy Mann, and Brooke Shaden
Join famed creators Joshua Kissi, Andy Mann, and Brooke Shaden for a discussion on a wide range of topics, starting with the exciting new Alpha 1, their creative philosophies, and how artists are at their peak when they can mix talent with a strong set of tools to attain their visions.
Sony Artisan of Imagery and Nat Geo photographer Andy Mann has won awards for his extraordinary underwater work. After extensively working with the Alpha 1 both under water and above ground, Andy will join us live to take us through some of his experiences with the Alpha 1 and share some fun stories from his shoots.
Alpha Collective member Eric Rubens discusses photography and videography while on the move: on a boat, during road trip, while hiking a mountain and more. Learn how Xperia can be a useful creative tool in these dynamic environments.
Sony Artisan of Imagery Michael Rubenstein will talk about his creative experiences with the FX3 cinema camera line and the 35mm 1.4 G-Master lens. He put this combo through its paces at the Bergen County Horse Rescue during a blizzard and made a short film about a writer in his secluded Catskills cabin. Live Q&A to follow with Michael Rubenstein.
What goes into making an iconic picture? Whether you are shooting the World Series or a Little League game, the goal remains the same: to make startling, memorable images. Sony Artisan Jean Fruth will share her story on how she got started shooting professionally and will give insights on what constitutes a great picture and how to shoot one. The class will focus on prepping for your shoot, assembling the right gear, choosing the right point of view, and editing your work for impact.
Watch never before seen behind-the-scenes footage from the making of "Mylo", a film by Chris Burkard shot on the Alpha 1. The film offers a short glimpse into the life of Navajo photographer Mylo Fowler who uses his work as a voice to inspire and protect his Native American heritage through capturing the landscapes, people and wildlife of his youth. Through his humanitarian work and creativity, Mylo serves as a voice of what it means to be a Dine’ artist. Live Q&A to follow with Chris Burkard.
Sony Artisan of Imagery Miguel Quiles is a versatile shooter who loves great tech. As the owner of Alpha, FX3, and Xperia cameras, he has integrated these devices in many shoots. But while the multi-device shoot is an exciting one, it's also a complex process to master to ensure continuity, consistency, and seamless content creation. Live Q&A with Miguel to follow the class.
Jose Villa is one of the most acclaimed and influential wedding photographers in the world. Join Jose as he provides an intimate look at his work, his passion, his approach to the critical photographic points of a wedding day, and an overall peak into his mind and the world through his eyes.
Join us for a LIVE in-depth look at the Xperia PRO with tech reviewer and creator, TK Bay. Attendees will learn how to broadcast and share content quickly and easily. Bring all of your questions about Xperia PRO to this interactive session.
Sony Artisan Drew Geraci (Netflix, HBO, Showtime) will share the art of filming in mesmerizing 8k resolution and how it can benefit your 4k productions and beyond. Drew will detail how to shoot more meaningful compositions while utilizing ultra-high resolution footage that will allow you to recompose, restyle, and create multiple scenes from a single clip in post. You'll also learn the best techniques to process live-action 8k footage inside of NLEs, like Davinci Resolve and Adobe Premiere Pro, and what you can do to speed up your workflow.
Join famed creators Joshua Kissi, Andy Mann, and Brooke Shaden for a discussion on a wide range of topics, starting with the exciting new Alpha 1, their creative philosophies, and how artists are at their peak when they can mix talent with a strong set of tools to attain their visions.
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Creative Lighting Techniques With Alpha 1
Presented By: Scott Robert Lim
Sony Artisan of Imagery Scott Robert Lim will provide a live demonstration of his professional portraiture techniques, distilled into easy to understand concepts. These lighting fundamentals, once mastered, can spark new ideas that can expand your signature style and produce some surprising results.
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A Little Light, A Lot Of Drama
Presented By: Kesha Lambert
Sony Artisan of Imagery and Wedding Pro Kesha Lambert knows that many times all it takes is a single light source or a kiss of light to make a dramatic portrait. In this studio live shoot she will share some of her favorite ways to create a dramatic portrait using a simple approach to art direction and lighting.
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Conceptual Still Life
Presented By: Brooke Shaden
Sony Artisan of Imagery and Fine Artist Brooke Shaden will create a set using a table and props to make a painterly still life scene, and then will pose with the scene to turn the image into a conceptual self-portrait. The end product will mimic a classic painting. In this live shoot from her home studio, Brooke will share how resolution paired with a well-constructed image is vital in creating fine art prints.
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Studio Portraits With The Alpha 1
Presented By: Miguel Quiles
Sony Artisan Miguel Quiles is well-known for his striking portraiture style and techniques. Join him in his personal studio on this live shoot to learn more about how he shoots his style of headshots and portraits, using the brand new Alpha 1.
Sony Artisan of Imagery Scott Robert Lim will provide a live demonstration of his professional portraiture techniques, distilled into easy to understand concepts. These lighting fundamentals, once mastered, can spark new ideas that can expand your signature style and produce some surprising results.
Sony Artisan of Imagery and Wedding Pro Kesha Lambert knows that many times all it takes is a single light source or a kiss of light to make a dramatic portrait. In this studio live shoot she will share some of her favorite ways to create a dramatic portrait using a simple approach to art direction and lighting.
Sony Artisan of Imagery and Fine Artist Brooke Shaden will create a set using a table and props to make a painterly still life scene, and then will pose with the scene to turn the image into a conceptual self-portrait. The end product will mimic a classic painting. In this live shoot from her home studio, Brooke will share how resolution paired with a well-constructed image is vital in creating fine art prints.
Sony Artisan Miguel Quiles is well-known for his striking portraiture style and techniques. Join him in his personal studio on this live shoot to learn more about how he shoots his style of headshots and portraits, using the brand new Alpha 1.
- 11:30 AM EST / 8:30 AM PST | Alpha 1
- 12:30 PM EST / 9:30 AM PST | Lenses
- 1:30 PM EST / 10:30 AM PST | Visual Story App
- 3:00 PM EST / 12:00 PM PST | Alpha Lineup
- 4:00 PM EST / 1:00 PM PST | Xperia Pro
- 5:00 PM EST / 2:00 PM PST | FX3
- 6:00 PM EST / 3:00 PM PST | Alpha 1
