Michael Joseph
Michael Joseph is a Jacksonville-based photographer and educator known for his technical expertise and practical, real-world teaching style. Working closely with Canon systems, he specializes in helping photographers understand how to maximize their gear in the field, from foundational camera setup to advanced shooting techniques.
With a passion for making photography approachable, Michael is recognized for breaking down complex concepts into clear, actionable steps that photographers of all skill levels can apply immediately. His workshops emphasize both technical confidence and creative decision-making, empowering participants to get consistent, high-quality results from their equipment.
Through his work with the photography community, Michael is dedicated to helping others spend less time guessing at settings and more time creating compelling images.
Michael's Seminar
THUR 10:00 - 11:30 A.M.
Use Your Camera Like a Pro
Classroom Seminar
Meeting Location: Celebration Hall at St. Anastasia - Classroom
Ticket Price: FREE
Difficulty Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Max No. People: 30
Description: ​In this program, MJ will share his strongest and most useful camera settings & functions while taking us through a step-by-step progression. Are you utilizing focus techniques to their fullest? Have you adjusted your overall menu to make your camera work best for your needs? Have you designed specific time-saving Custom Menus? Have you set up your personalized “My Settings“ menu? By the time this class is over, your answer will be a resounding, “YES”, to all of the above!Although this program will be Canon-centric, MJ says that every time he does this program, non-Canon based photographers still enjoy incorporating and setting up same or similar functions on their cameras. Several lightbulbs should go off in your head, and perhaps a game-changing feature or two will have you saying… “this was worth the price of admission!"Bring your camera, smallest lightweight lens you own and card slots filled!MJ travels throughout the country, photographing people and their pets while raising funds for humane Societies and SPCA groups. His creations reflect the relationship and importance animals have in our lives. And for the past 20 years, you may have seen MJ working with Canon, USA, at trade shows and conventions. His ability to breakdown useful information is invaluable.​