EVENTS
The Fine Art of Photography with Emily Abay
Virtual Event Details
When: Wednesday, April 2 | 5:00PM PST / 8:00PM EST
Where: ONLINE - Zoom Webinar
Cost: FREE - RSVP to secure your spot.
Join us on Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025, for an exclusive online Canon Creator Lab x Socality workshop and Q&A session. This event features acclaimed Australian photographer Emily Abay (@emilyabay_photographer), where you’ll have the opportunity to dive into the world of fine art photography and visual storytelling. Discover Emily’s unique creative process, learn how she captures powerful imagery designed for print, and hear the inspiring story of how she built a thriving career blending commercial and fine art work.
Follow Emily’s journey as she shares the techniques and insights behind transforming your photos into timeless works of art — from selecting the right images for print to mastering the details that make your work gallery-worthy.
Don’t miss this chance to learn from one of the best and take your photography to the next level.
Whether you’re just getting started, an aspiring professional, an established creator, or someone looking to take your photography to the next level, this workshop will offer invaluable knowledge and plenty of inspiration.
Topics include but not limited to:
Emily’s journey: How she’s built a thriving career blending both commercial and fine art photography.
Visual storytelling: Emily’s approach to crafting compelling narratives through her images for brands, clients, and fine art.
Shooting for print: The differences between capturing imagery for digital vs. print.
Selecting and preparing images: How to choose and edit work for fine art printing and next steps for integrating print and fine art into your creative process.
Selling your work: Insights on building a portfolio, navigating sales channels, and selling prints.
The session will conclude with a live Q&A, offering you a rare opportunity to interact directly with Emily. Don’t miss this chance to learn from one of the best and transform your photography into fine art. RSVP to secure your spot.
About Emily Abay
With over a decade of experience in photography, Emily Abay’s work embodies femininity, and a natural flow on sun lit curves that epitomizes the sensuality of women. Working mainly as a commercial fashion and advertising photographer, Abay has been seen in such magazines as Vogue and Harpers Bazaar and countless international advertising campaigns. Her love of photography began at a young age – Abay’s mother is a photographer so she spent much of her childhood around photography studios and in dark rooms. As such, her interest evolved naturally.
Growing up with knowledge of analogue photography, gave her an advantage of appreciation of light in a world of the digital age. She anticipates moments of light before it will hit the camera, which ensures little room for error or the need for technical enhancements to enrich the image. Her awareness and ability to foresee a moment has given her a renowned name in the photography industry. Emily is a Canon Master with Canon Australia. Find Emily on Instagram and discover her prints and fine art via her personal print shop and at House of Spoils.
Who’s this workshop for?
This workshop is perfect for photographers, creators, and visual storytellers of all levels who want to elevate their craft and explore the world of visual storytelling and fine art photography. Whether you’re just getting started, an aspiring professional, an established creator, or simply passionate about capturing and printing beautiful imagery, you’ll gain practical insights and creative inspiration. Join this session to connect with a like-minded creative community and learn from a master at her craft.
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