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April 24

Dog Action Photography Hands-On Workshop

When:

April 24, 2026
4:00PM - 7:00PM PST

Where:

Action Camera Rocklin

Address:

4415 Granite Dr.
Rocklin, CA 95677

Whether your pup is sprinting across a field or leaping for a disc, capturing those perfect action shots takes more than just pointing and shooting. In this hands-on workshop, Sony-sponsored photographer Sara Walter will break down the essential skills and techniques you need to freeze the action, nail the focus, and tell a compelling story through your images.

This class combines an in-store lecture with on-site practice, so you'll leave with both the knowledge and the real-world experience to start capturing stunning dog action photos right away.

What You'll Learn:

  • How to choose the right shutter speed to freeze fast-moving dogs with tack-sharp results
  • When to use Shutter Priority vs. Manual mode and how to manage exposure as light changes
  • How to leverage Sony's Real-Time Eye AF and tracking settings to lock onto your subject — not the background
  • Positioning and perspective techniques that create more powerful, immersive images How to read a dog's body language to anticipate peak action moments
  • Burst mode strategies to capture the decisive moment without overwhelming your buffer
  • Depth of field tips to keep the whole subject sharp during fast approaches