Live Manual Mode Webinar for Women Photographers
Dust Off Your Camera: Manual Mode Confidence in 3 Hours
You’re not rusty. You’re ready. This LIVE workshop helps women like you confidently shoot in manual mode - so you can finally take the photos you see in your mind.
3-Hour LIVE Interactive Workshop
Small group format with dedicated Q&A time. This isn’t a lecture, it’s hands-on learning where you can ask questions and get personalized guidance.
Is your camera gathering dust while life happens around you?
You pull your camera out of the closet. The battery’s dead. You charge it, flip it to manual mode, and… freeze. ISO? Aperture? What shutter speed for this light? You can’t remember. Or you never knew in the first place.
Auto mode isn’t giving you the shots you want. YouTube tutorials overwhelm you - you watch three videos, get more confused, and abandon them halfway through.
You see stunning landscape photos on Facebook and feel that pang: jealousy mixed with longing.
But this is what you need to know: You’re not behind. You just need structured practice with women who get it.
Why Women Trust Cobi’s Teaching Approach
Exceptional Teaching and Guidance
You were a triple threat: A GREAT TEACHER (as a student of teaching and a teacher of teachers for 30 years, I know good teaching when I see it), A GREAT PHOTOGRAPHER, and A GREAT HUMAN BEING."
- Lori, Workshop Participant
Personalized and Supportive Approach
"Not only is Cobi extremely knowledgeable about all aspects of her trade, she's also extremely patient with questions. The lack of 'ego' and genuine desire to help are frequently mentioned."
— Kathy M., Workshop Participant
Practical Application and Hands-On Learning
"I enjoyed Saturday very much and now I'm excited to play with various settings under the manual option on my camera. It's given me greater confidence to explore all the myriad of functions a DSLR offers on my own."
— Lori, Workshop Participant
What if you could confidently shoot in manual mode this weekend?
In just 3 hours, you’ll learn the exposure triangle (ISO, shutter speed, aperture), understand your light meter, and walk away with camera settings for 3 core scenarios: waterfalls, sunrise, and wildlife.
No jargon. No judgement. No pretending you remember things you don’t.
Just clear, practical instruction from a teacher who’s taught over 100 + women these exact skills, and reconnect with the photographer they remember being, or the photographer they want to be.
Here’s what happens in your 3-hour live intensive
Hour 1 & 2: Manual Mode Confidence (10:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST)
What You’ll Learn:
ISO: Your Camera's Light Sensitivity
What ISO actually controls (and why it matters)
When to raise it, when to lower it
Hands-on practice exercise: Adjust ISO on YOUR camera
Aperture: Control Your Depth of Field
How aperture creates blurry backgrounds or sharp landscapes
F-stop numbers demystified (no jargon)
Hands-on practice exercise: Experiment with aperture settings
Shutter Speed: Freeze or Blur Motion
Fast vs. slow shutter speed (and when to use each)
How to capture silky waterfalls or crisp wildlife
Hands-on practice exercise: Practice shutter speed adjustments
The Exposure Triangle: How It All Works Together
How ISO, aperture, and shutter speed balance each other
Real-time demonstrations adjusting settings for different light conditions
Outcome: You'll confidently adjust ISO, aperture, and shutter speed on your camera—and understand how they work together to expose your photo correctly in any light.
Hour 3: Your Photography Learning Path (12:00 - 1:00 PM EST)
What You’ll Learn:
Seeing Like a Photographer: Introduction to Composition
Rule of thirds: Why centering every subject weakens your photo (unless it’s intentional)
Elements of design: What makes a photo compelling (beyond technical settings)
How to train your eye to see photographically (not just snap what's in front of you)
"Shoot This Weekend" Action Plan
Personalized practice exercises
What to work on first: ISO practice, aperture experimentation, or shutter speed confidence
Specific scenarios to try (waterfall, sunrise, forest walk, backyard birds)
Maintaining Your Skills After This Workshop
How to continue learning without getting overwhelmed by YouTube tutorials
The 3-tier learning pathway: Webinar → Full-Day Workshop → Multi-Day Retreat → International Adventure
Finding the right next step for YOUR comfort zone and creative aspirations (not one-size-fits-all)
Your One-on-One Coaching Call
How to use your 30-minute private call with Cobi within 30 days
What to bring (photos for critique, specific questions, location planning)
Outcome: You'll leave with a clear, personalized roadmap for practicing manual mode this weekend—and a structured path for nurturing your photography skills long-term.
PLUS: 30 Days of Extended Support (not just 3 hours)
Most webinars give you 3 hours and a replay. We give you 30 days of resources, personalized support, and accountability because learning photography isn’t about information - it’s about practice.
20-Page Professional Photography Field Guide (PDF Download)
Normally exclusive to my $375 full-day workshop participants, this comprehensive guide covers manual mode fundamentals, composition techniques, and troubleshooting tips. Yours to keep forever.
Extended Replay Access
30-day replay access, downloadable slides and resources. The live breakout sessions, peer connections, and real-time support are what make this transformative, not just informational. The replay is your safety net, not the main event.
One-on-One Coaching Call
Stuck on a setting? Confused about a concept? Want feedback on your photos? Within 30 days, book a private 30 minute virtual call with Cobi
Special Workshop-Only Offer (Revealed During Workshop)
Live attendees receive $200 OFF any upcoming workshop (multi-day retreats or full-day experiences). Offer expires 7 days after the live session
Manual Mode Quick Reference Cards
Never wonder “what settings should I use?’ again. Print these scenario-specific cheat cards and keep them in your camera bag: waterfall, sunrise/sunset, wildlife in motion, forest, night sky, overcast days.
Total Value: $891 +
Your Investment: $147
Why This Workshop (and not YouTube or Community College)?
You don't need more information. You need structured practice, women who get it, and personalized support to build confidence for your own solo photography adventures.
YouTube overwhelms while trying to teach skills. We teach you how to reconnect with the photographer you remember being, or the one you want to be.
Participant Reviews
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![Two women outdoors, one with sunglasses and the other wearing a beanie, adjusting camera equipment on tripods in a natural setting with bushes in the background.]()
“I now have a much better understanding of how to take the pictures I want - the guess work and hoping are gone. Thanks Cobi!”
Heather
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![Two people by a lakeside, one taking a photo and the other crouching, with trees and rocks in the background on a sunny day.]()
“I came home feeling so empowered, and inspired. No anxiety, no feelings of self doubt.”
Karen
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![Person crouching on a rocky shoreline, taking a photograph of the ocean waves with a camera. The person is wearing a black cap, an olive-green jacket, tan pants, and has an orange and black backpack.]()
“Cobi is wonderful! Her course was well thought out and she is a great, patient teacher.”
Ashley
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![Two women stand by a lakeshore, one is taking photographs with a camera on a tripod, while the other is observing the scene. There are trees with red and green leaves and a clear blue sky.]()
“I learned so much about manual mode and composition, and have a new found confidence with my camera.”
Laura
Who This Workshop Is For
(and who it’s not for)
✅ This Workshop Is Perfect If You:
Haven't touched your camera in years, feel rusty and need a refresher
Shoot mostly in auto mode but want full creative control
Understand the basics but can't remember how ISO, shutter speed, and aperture work together
Feel overwhelmed by YouTube tutorials and abandon them halfway through
Prefer learning with women in a judgment-free, supportive environment
Are ready to invest in reconnecting with your creative identity
❌ This Workshop Is NOT Right If You:
Already shoot confidently in manual mode (you'd be bored)
Want advanced editing or Photoshop techniques (this is about camera skills, not post-processing)
Prefer learning alone without community or accountability
Aren't ready to practice between sessions (information without practice = wasted investment)
Your Questions, Answered
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If your camera has manual mode (the ability to adjust aperture, shutter speed, and ISO independently), you're good to go. I've seen stunning images created with 10+ year-old Canon Rebels, Nikon D3000 series, and entry-level DSLRs. Your camera is fine. You just need to dust it off.
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Perfect. That's exactly who this workshop is for.
We rebuild from the foundation. No assumptions. No skipped steps. No jargon you're supposed to already know.
You'll get patient, clear instruction in a judgment-free space where "silly" questions are welcome.
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There's no "slowing down" here.
This is a women-only workshop capped at 8 participants with breakout sessions. You'll be learning with women using similar gear at similar skill levels.
Everyone's here to reconnect with photography, not compete.
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Community college charges $300 for 8 weeks of mixed-gender classes teaching generic photography.
This is 3 hours of women-only, learning manual mode, PLUS:
30 days of community support
20-page photography workbook ($47 value)
$200 off your first workshop (if booked within 14 days)
30 minute private call with Cobi ($150 value)
If you book a workshop within 14 days, you get $200 off—which means this webinar actually made you $50.
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You get 30-day replay access to the full workshop recording.
But here's the truth: The live breakout sessions, peer connections, real-time photo critique, and camera-specific troubleshooting are what make this transformative, not just informational.
The replay is a safety net, not the main event. If you can possibly make it live, do.
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Yes. That's the entire point.
You'll leave with:
Camera settings for 6 core scenarios (waterfall, sunrise, wildlife, forest, night sky, overcast) on printable reference cards you can keep in your camera bag
20-page Adventure Photography Course Workbook with hands-on activities to practice ISO, aperture, and shutter speed
30-minute one-on-one call with me (within 30 days) for personalized troubleshooting, photo critique, and location-specific advice
30 days of replay access to revisit any concept you need to review
We're not just teaching you manual mode. We're building your confidence for solo photography adventures on your terms.
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This is not a lecture. This is hands-on, interactive learning with personalized support.
Here's what makes this different:
Practical exercises you complete during the workshop (the "Shoot Right Now" challenge, settings adjustments)
One-on-one 30-minute coaching call with me within 30 days for personalized feedback on YOUR photos and YOUR progress
As one past participant (a teacher of teachers for 30 years) put it: "Cobi clearly explained the fundamentals of her art, then had participants illustrate these concepts with practical exercises. She's extremely patient with questions and ensures everyone feels supported and learning at their own pace."
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Three things set Spark apart:
1. Photography as Mindful Practice, Not Just Technical Skill
This isn't just about camera settings. Our 20-page workbook includes sections on photography as a mindful practice, why your camera is a portal (not a machine), and creative play. You'll learn the technical skills AND reconnect with why you loved photography in the first place.
2. Women-Only, Judgment-Free Learning Environment
No egos. No competition. No "you should already know this" attitude. Just clear, patient instruction from a natural teacher who's been helping women rediscover their creative identity for over a decade.
As past participants consistently say: "The lack of ego and genuine desire to help are what make Cobi exceptional. I felt comfortable asking questions and appreciated the care and encouragement."
3. Personalized Pathway (Not One-Size-Fits-All)
After the workshop, you'll receive a personalized learning pathway assessment to help you choose your next step: day workshop, multi-day retreat, or solo practice. No upselling. Just honest guidance based on YOUR skill level, comfort zone, and creative aspirations.
Plus exclusive access to multi-day retreat discounts ($200 off if booked within 14 days) and Vistek pro gear deals.
What Happens After the Workshop?
During the live session, we’ll share an exclusive offer available ONLY to webinar attendees:
$200 OFF any upcoming multi-day photography workshop.
This special discount expires 14 days after the live workshop, and spots are limited to 6-10 women per workshop experience.
If you’re ready to take what you learn in this webinar and apply it in the field, cameras in hand, surrounded by awe-inspiring landscapes, with a small group of women who get it - you’ll have first access to reserve your spot.
But first, let’s dust off your camera and rebuild your manual mode confidence.
Our Promise
14-Day Money-Back Guarantee: If you don't feel more confident shooting in manual mode after this workshop, email me within 14 days for a full refund—no questions asked.