Here are a few of the kind words people have written to me or commented on posts. I'm so pleased people are so happy with the classes and that they can finally understand what all those little buttons do...and when to use them!!!
I just want to thank you again for a very informative and enjoyable class.
As I told you I have taken several other classes in camera instruction but somehow your way of teaching was able to get through this old lady brain.
- Helen S.
That class was amazing. You are so well spoken and it was just my speed. Can’t wait to practice!
- Lisa S.
I did take Trevor's class and it was fantastic! I left feeling so much better about what I already knew and learned so much more! Totally worth it in my opinion!!
- Hannah C.
Thank you so much for your class!
I came home and said to my husband that I’ve had people explain aperture,
shutter speed and ISO to me before, but it wasn’t until you explained it that it all started to make sense!
You have a great rapport with people and make everyone feel comfortable no matter their level.
Your ability to remember what each person wants to get from the class it uncanny and allows us all to
walk away feeling like our most burning questions have been answered. Well done!
- Hilary M.
Thank you so much for sharing and teaching us your knowledge.
A true leader is never afraid of teaching to another human is skills and tips. You're one of them!
Your work is amazing and your passion shows through your work - Thank you Again!
- Nathalie D.
That was the best class I have ever taken in anything hands down! Perfectly informative without being too overwhelming. Just enough that I am excited to practice everything with my camera.
- Susan B.
Hey Trevor :) just wanted to send a message and let you know how much I enjoyed your class. I learned so much and had a great time; thank you for sharing your knowledge! I would definitely recommend your class to anyone! I also loved the photos you showed us as examples- you’re a great photographer! :) I’m sure I will be contacting you sometime in the future for your work!
- Morgan B.
Thank you very much for the course yesterday afternoon.
I learned so much and the atmosphere was so relaxed.
I am looking forward to using my camera a lot more.
- Bruce A.
Thanks so much for providing such an excellent class,
I learned so many helpful things about my camera.
- Jacquelyn S.
I just wanted to say that was an amazing class! It was everything I imagined it to be,
and it was exactly what I needed! Thank you again. I also would like the PowerPoint please,
so I can go over it again to absorb the information.
I will definitely be taking another class in the near future.
- Kayla L.
Just want to say a huge thank you for the class today!
It was super helpful and I still don't know how you did it all with different cameras.
- Beth G.
Hey Trevor! I wanted to say, Thank-you, for today class! It was really an eye opener.
How could I have been so in the dark!!? I came right home, took 800 photos of my living room
and 200 portraits of my husband and cat. He was like,
“I had no idea I’d be so popular after your class“. Lol
- Candice D.
This is an awesome class for anyone who is thinking about it. I definitely recommend it.
I took it earlier this year and my pics have definitely improved.
- Lisa L.B.
Loved the class I took with Trevor. He is very knowledgeable and makes the class interesting and fun.
You will not be disappointed. He is also very willing to continue helping you even after the class is over.
- Michelle M.
I attended one of Trevor's half day classes to learn the basics of my camera (never shoot in auto mode again!). This was a special class where moms (parents) were able to bring their babies.
First of all, having a class that allowed me to get out of the house with my three week old was amazing. It was a great chance to meet other moms, and to be in a setting where I could rest-easy knowing others were in the same boat as me. The class was also breast-feeding friendly so I didn't have to worry about how to feed my baby. Trevor had a small change table set up in the back, and his talented wife baked delicious cookies.
In terms of the class, I didn't know what to go in expecting seeing as most people would have a different camera than me. Trevor far exceeded my expectations in every way. I felt comfortable to ask questions, he explained everything in a way that enabled me to grasp (and if we didn't understand, he found another way to explain!). Having someone with his level of expertise and experience with family portraits was invaluable. Not only did I learn a lot about my camera, I also received information on shooting locations, tips and tricks for shooting with children, and advice on equipment to consider purchasing.
At the end of the course we were provided a small 'cheat sheet' about everything we covered,
and the slides from the presentation (via email) which were tailored to our individual camera brands.
I cannot say enough wonderful things about this course.
It is second to none, and for the price it can't be beaten. Trevor is a highly approachable person,
and I encourage you to consider attending his class, or hiring him for photography services.
He takes great pride in his work which is evident by the quality of images in his portfolio.
- Britany B.
I took Trevor’s ‘Get to know your camera’ course just this past weekend and truly enjoyed it!!! I learned so much in 3 hours that I am no longer ‘scared’ to touch buttons on my camera.
- Nora C.
Took the Nikon course this past Sunday and all I can say is WOW, the knowledge gained in the first ten minutes of the class paid for itself. Trevor, you are a great teacher, entertainer, purveyor of all things photographic and I can honestly say that anyone taking your courses will be more than satisfied with what they receive when the class is finished. Thanks again for a fun filled, educational afternoon and
yes, I will be signing up for more of your classes.
- Barry B.
His class is awesome!! Highly recommended!
- Adele L.
Thank you for the Camera Workshop this morning!
It was informative and the fastest 3 hours I have ever spent! Your mastery of the Camera (and your research regarding old, outdated cameras) was impressive and immensely helpful!
- Tanya L.
Hi Trevor! I attended Monday’s course, and it was phenomenal!!!
After 8 years, I actually know how to take a photo not on Auto.
I’ve been practicing with my cat outside because the baby just wants to grab my camera and I’m
not quite quick enough yet haha. I am VERY interested in a beginner shooting class ☺️
- Nancy A.
Thanks again for your time yesterday, for welcoming us all into your home,
and for sharing your invaluable knowledge with us. I learned a lot and look forward to
trying out your tips and tricks, especially the exposure compensation.
I'm hoping to be able to create more vibrant pictures with my new found knowledge.
- Heather C.
Just wanted to say thank you for a great class today!
I have wanted to dabble in photography since I was a kid and just never did.
I finally got a camera this year, but had no clue where to begin and honestly felt overwhelmed.
Your class was very well done and I feel like I have a good foundation to get out there and start practicing.
I'll look forward to other classes in the future!
- Katie M.
Trevor, It was an absolute pleasure to meet you today!
I enjoyed the class, the cookies & learning about the buttons.
I don’t feel so intimidated by my camera now... 😉
Looking forward to hearing about upcoming classes. Thank you!!
- Robyn W.
Good morning Trevor. Just had to let you know it has been a few weeks since my daughter and I attended your course in Charlottetown and we are having fun exploring our new knowledge together.
The fact that I am remembering still what you taught is a credit to your animated and humorous
delivery of the information. You have given us both a new found joy in exploring and pushing our limits. Thank you so much.
- Colleen M.
Trevor, thank you for a wonderful, informative camera course this morning!
Signing up for this course was one of the best things I did this year!
I am so excited to now continue learning with my camera. And you were right - the time flew by!!
Please let me know when you are back on PEI with more classes by you!
- Brenda M.
Thank you, Trevor, for helping us think outside of the 'Auto' box (Charlottetown, NIKON).
You are a natural teacher and your passion and knowledge of photography is an inspiration. You shared tips and wisdom on so many subjects and the class was three hours of pure merriment.
- Trine VB.
Hi Trevor! I just wanted to thank you for a great class! I learned more in
that 3 hours than I have in the 2 years I've owned my camera.
Hope you'll return soon! Thanks again!!
- Lisa M.
Thank you so much for sharing all of your invaluable knowledge with us at our Nikon session yesterday. You are a great teacher, (some people are not 😕) and make learning fun and exciting. You're quite a funny guy, which in my opinion makes learning so much easier and relaxed.
I left with lots of new tips and tricks, and can't wait to try them out.
I would recommend this class to anyone looking to learn the basics of photography
and their camera; I am so glad I was able to attend.
Thanks again for everything, and the cookies were awesome 😉
- Heather C.
Thanks for the awesome class. I don’t know WHERE you get the energy. It was great!
- Melanie H.
My son and I attended Trevor’s class in Charlottetown this morning.
We both thoroughly enjoyed his session. Trevor is a wonderful instructor and we hope he
will return to PEI next year.
- Lynn C.
I so enjoyed my Canon class with Trevor today in Charlottetown.
Was a little nervous that I would be the only one not knowing very much about my camera,
but this guy is amazing and super funny. Made you feel connected to your camera right away.
Would not hesitate to take another course again. Thank you so much for your help
in getting me to love my camera again.
- Dawn P.
So glad I took this class! Trevor is a great teacher, he makes everything seem so easy!
- Marie-Claude V.
Trevor Allen is an excellent teacher and a brilliant photographer.
He really understands people and has a knack for capturing the essence of things through his
images and through his teaching. I'm ever-so grateful for having taken his class!
- Emily J.
Hi Trevor! So pleased with the session this morning! I can not believe how much I learned!
You are a fantastic instructor & sure know how to make everyone feel comfortable with their camera & understanding the lingo! Never will I shoot in Auto again!! Please make sure you keep me in the loop when you might be back as I would be interested to learn more!
- Angie M.
Thanks so much! I really enjoyed your class! I feel like a learned a lot and
you were an absolute delight the entire time!! I will be keeping an eye out for if you ever
do slightly more advanced classes here on the Island now that I
feel like I have a basic grasp on my camera functions! 😊
- Samm K.
Hi Trevor! Thanks for the excellent class.
I really appreciated the fact that you took time to know many features of the different cameras in the class. You kept us moving right along and we didn’t have to wait while you went through every single
owner’s manual. I learned a lot and I know it is now up to me to either use it or lose it!
- Nancy C.
Thank you for a very informative and enlightening class in Saint John yesterday.
I've never had anybody explain things in such a way that would remove the technical confusion from the buttons for me. Definitely an afternoon well spent. Now to get out practicing so it stays fresh.
- Jeff A.
Hi Trevor! I've gotten much more confident with my camera over the
last month since you were in Moncton. Thanks again!
- Jacqueline S.
Thank you for the informative class today! I’m so glad I stumbled upon your post at the last minute! 😉
The timing was perfect with having just purchased a new camera. Not only did I learn how to navigate my camera, you provided so many useful tips and tricks. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us!
- Wendy D.
Trevor, it was an absolute pleasure to attend your class today! Thank you so much for taking the time away from your family to do these sessions. I'm so excited to finally take my camera out of the bag and use it, along with my cheat sheet and all the tips I learned from you today.
Looking forward to what the future behind the lens holds!
- Kristy W.
Took a basic three hour camera course with my teenage daughter.
The time flew by for both of us. Very entertaining, enthusiastic instructor with lots of experience to share.
We thought we were taking a course to learn just the basics to be familiar with our model of camera.
Not only did the course give us a solid understanding of how to use our camera but made my daughter and I, with no previous training feel like we could be aspire to shoot like pros. He made it easy to learn. I have always been overwhelmed when faced with such things as the relationships between aperture, shutter speed and ISO. He broke them down and explained each one with multiple examples and then brought them all together. Then taking it a step further explaining to us how to take some normal everyday shots and make them look professionally shot. We can't wait to take a more advanced class from him.
- Scott F.
I took a photography class with Trevor that taught me how to understand and better use my
camera that I’ve had for years. I feel like I have a brand new camera now!
I know so much more now than I knew going into the class. So worth the time and money!
- Lauren H.
Thank you very much. Great class this afternoon.
I now feel a lot more comfortable with my camera.
- Karen S.
Trevor, thank you so much for the great class! Yes, a lot of info but, you are a great teacher!
Can't wait to practice in Jamaica next week! Already told my sister in law that she is my "subject"
for the week and will be trying everything you taught me!
- Mylene D.
Thank you Trevor for an amazing morning!! You offered a very informative engaging class!
The fact that you clearly researched my specific camera and applied to the session. AMAZING!
I cant say enough positive things, only downside; I just wanted to stay all day!
Your photography love comes through clear, but you're also a great speaker.
I hope another chance comes to attend a class with you again!
- Patti S.
I wanted to thank you for the awesome class! I was a bit on the fence but read the reviews people put out there and went with it. Owning a small business we grow off of our reviews and I want to give you a 5 STAR, I’d do more but it doesn’t let you lol... I look forward to picking your brain in the future and any other courses you might have in the future. Thanks again
- Joe M.
Hi Trevor! Thanks so very much for bringing your class on the road.
I not only learned so much but I also enjoyed it immensely! Thank you very much.
- Lynda R.
Thank you so very much for your class on Saturday morning. It was very informative and over whelming with great information. You are a very good teacher and it shows your love for taking pictures.
- Suzanne M.
Hi Trevor! Thanks for your patience & all the information on how to NOT shoot in automatic ;)
I will try all the new tips you gave us ....can't wait until the next full moon!
- Debbie B.
Thank you, so much, Trevor, for all the wonderful, useful information today!
Already tried a couple of shots of our little dog, Frankie, with that lens. It really does make a difference.
And the change in settings certainly helped, too. I learned so much more, today, about my camera
and got a better understanding of it, as well. Can’t wait to try some of it out. Thank you, again
- Valerie M.
I attended your class on Monday. Absolutely fantastic class and would highly recommend it.
I also have to mention the cookies were delicious. Thanks so much!
- Ramona B.
Just a quick note to say thank you for the awesome course! I learned lots and loved your energy!
I couldn't wait to test my new found knowledge! You are a natural teacher, keep up the great work!
- Karen C.
Thank you Trevor! I had a great time and learned SO much!
I’ve been looking at my camera all morning!! You teach a great class - super fun and interesting!
It wasn’t overwhelming - it’s a lot...but you make it so interesting and fun that
our brains don’t wanna check out ;) I hope the traveling goes well!
(Your wonderful photos are making me regret all of these years with no real good family photos of us!)
- Laura C.
Just to let you know that I really enjoyed the class in Sydney.
Learned so much and am now shooting in ‘P’ rather than auto!!
Have also played around with A and S!
- Helen B.
Thanks for a fantastic course.
It seemed like the clock was on fast forward as it was such an informative and fun learning experience.
- Barb J.
Thank you for a very informative and very enjoyable photography class..
please keep me informed if you offer any more classes
- Heather W.
Good morning Trevor! Thanks so much for a great class tonight! I cannot wait to see my pictures improve. Really appreciate your insight and patience!
- Jacqueline M.
I LOVED every minute and I'm super pumped to put my new knowledge to the test.
- Sarah A.
Such a great class! Anyone who thinks they need this and takes this class will not be disappointed!
Great teacher!
- Helen B.
I took a "get to know your camera" class and I had my money's worth within the first 15 minutes, it was so informative! Trevor delivers info in plain language and is very patient! I highly recommend this class.
- Missy R.
Fabulous class - thank you so much for traveling to our remote part of the province 😀. Much appreciated! Am excited to start using my camera “properly”.
- Julie M.
I now know lots more about my camera functions that I never knew what the functions were or that they existed!!
Thanks for a great class session!
- Andre S.
Hey Trevor. I’ve been having a lot of fun playing with my Canon since the class…so much easier now since I understand it better lol. Honestly, I can’t tell you how much your class changed things for me.
- Monica T.
This was the best thing I've done for my photography in a decade
as you've made everything so much easier to understand! I'm so glad I saw your post!
- Shela B.
Good morning Trevor, I really enjoyed the class last night very informative
and easy to understand with the hands on approach. I am looking forward to
getting out on the weekend and playing with my camera
- Joanne M.
Thank-you so much for your most informative class on my Nikon camera.
I would give you an A plus! You made it much easier to understand how to use my camera
than any other class that I have taken in the past. Now I have to practice!
- Suzanne C.
I had a great time learning at the class on Saturday.
Lots of information and now I am super excited to use my camera again.
- Courtney M.
I attended this course on Sunday in Truro and Highly Recommend it!
I learned so much and enjoyed Trevor's sense of humor...excellent course!!
- Beth Marie K.
I took his class he does a great job makes it easy to understand answers all your questions.
Get you involved keeps your attention when your done you will want to go home and
try to do what he taught you. And he is right you will not want to shoot in auto!
Great job, Trevor!
- Charlie M.
I want to thank you for teaching a great class, you are very energetic and inspiring, made it fun.
I learned a lot, I am practicing today.
- Renata M.
I really enjoyed your photography course on Sunday and
I feel I will be making much better use of my camera from now on.
Had some fun with the moon last night and Venus at dawn this morning.
I have a long way to go but wow - it’s much more fun!
- Barb M.
Hey Trevor! Thanks for a great class today!
You can tell you are passionate about photography. You know your stuff!
- Angela B.
Thoroughly enjoyed the class and your enthusiasm for photography.
Thanks for bringing your knowledge to Sydney. The time flew by.
- Bev M.
I just wanted to let you know I enjoyed your Canon beginner's session on Saturday morning. It was a lot of information, but very informative, not overwhelming in the way you presented it. I took lots of notes and with your power point to refer to I think I've got this! I think practice, practice, practice is the key!
- Judi M
Pete and I learned soooo much, we are now practicing everyday so we will be a bit experienced by the time of our trip! Thanks again, very informative and educational. P.S. send your wife’s cookies recipe....they were awesome!
- Jane K
Hi Trevor! Thank you so much for the great class today! I’ve attended a few classes and unfortunately, I’ve never been able to grasp the workings of my camera until today. You have a way of teaching that is easy to understand and you make it fun. Keep up the great work :) I can’t wait to get out and start shooting!
Please thank your wife for the yummy cookies as well!
- Monica C.
Trevor, I just wanted to drop you a line and thank you for the informative course you gave Saturday.
I seriously walked in not knowing what shutter speed and IOS meant. Now I look forward to practicing
what I've learned. Once I get a few of these features down pat, I'll be interested in learning more!
(If you plan on putting on more courses).
- Melanie B.
Just wanted to thank you for a great class! I really enjoyed getting a run down of the major components of my camera and how it comes together. Everything was so well laid out and one topic led into the next flawlessly. The small class size was perfect, your explanations were clear and your love for what you do really showed. I only wish the class were around sooner. I have a much better understanding and am already taking better pictures the first few clicks.
You're helping to capture so many memories that may otherwise turn into blurry, dark and/or noisy "aww, I wish I had a better picture of this". Thank you SO much for that. I"ll definitely be keeping an eye on future classes.
I'm sure the rest of your classes will feel the same.
- Stephanie H.
Hey Trevor!! I thought I'd text you and let you know I won bronze today on the Provincial photography skills competition for high school level. I just wanted to thank you again for everything you taught me to allow for my achievement today!
- Strachan A.
First I would like to thank you for the informative class on Saturday afternoon. The session exceeded my expectations! I would love to have a PDF version of your presentation for reference as I try to put some of this information into practice. Wish me luck!!!
- Tina B.
Hi Trevor, Thanks for the class today, I wasn't bored even for a moment! It was a lot of fun and I was shocked when I realized we went until 2pm! I am very excited to start playing with my camera and see what I can do!
- Nancy M.
First of all, thank you so much for the opportunity to learn more about my camera! Today's class was just what I needed to become more comfortable and to get out and take photos. You presented the information in a fun and purposeful way that truly reflects your passion for photography - and it's contagious! I will keep my eye out for more classes in the future.
- Lindsay M.
I just wanted to thank you so much for the great class last night, you made it much more easier to understand my camera. I have taken classes in the past and would get so frustrated with all the technical stuff and mathematical equations, that I would just want to put the camera away.
So last night’s class was so refreshing!
- Deanne M.
It was so nice to meet you last night! I thoroughly enjoyed the class and can now see why it would run 3+ hours... your stories are hilarious! I learned so much, and am excited to start shooting some decent quality stuff. No more Auto!! :) I had always played with my settings in P mode but never really knew what I was doing. The class helped me understand the Pro settings on my phone camera too! Thanks so much for sharing a small fraction of your knowledge and experience!
- Rachael G.
I am so glad I took your class last weekend before going to the Eagle watch today.
I will definitely never use full auto again! I used sport mode on the last shot just to see the difference.
Thank you so much! I love my camera again!!
- Sara W.
Thanks for the great instruction (and the delicious cookies) this morning! I enjoyed the class and learned a lot! It was the right amount of information and just the right pace. Now I need to practice!!
- Brenda M.
Highly recommend this course! Trevor is knowledgeable, a great teacher and keeps you engaged and laughing too! Learned a ton of stuff I didn't know and can't wait to start practicing!
- Juanita S.
I attended Trevor’s “Learning All the Buttons” class today.
I learned soooo much! Informative and entertaining…and in layman’s terms.
My Nikon Coolpix P100 isn’t nearly as intimidating now. Thanks very much, Trevor!
I’m looking forward to putting my newfound knowledge into practice.
- Susan S.
Amazing class... Amazing teacher
- Glena V.
Thank you for taking the time to chat photography and break down the language. It was so great to be able to use my camera this morning and play around with different settings and speeds to get a nice image.
I’m looking forward to exploring this new hobby and continuing to learn!
- Erin W.
I attended this course on Sunday in Truro and Highly Recommend it...I learned so much and enjoyed Trevor's sense of humor...excellent course!!
- Beth K.
Thanks again, Trevor. I learned so much last night. You are an amazing teacher!
- Kellie W.
Thanks for a very informative & helpful class yesterday!
I'm going to download the full manual & try to do something every day to get more comfortable with my little Nikon. I'm amazed at all the functions it can do! Thank you so much for your patience & individual help. I mentioned you, favourably, on Facebook last night.
- Kathy M.
it was a great class, thank you for the information and the stories and the pictures, it was awesome!!
- Sarah Jean P.
Ah-mazing class. The way your able to convey your knowledge without giving off an I'm better than you persona, is outstanding
- Tara D.
I enjoyed the class on Monday! Thanks! At first I thought the discussion may be above my head - but I didn’t feel that as we moved along and I learned a lot.
- Trish J.
Thanks again for the course PDF and the course alone,
it really was amazing to feel comfortable with my camera for once.
- Adam C.
Thanks so much for the brilliant course this morning. I feel like I can finally leave auto mode!
Although a lot to take in, you made it very comprehensive and fun!
- Gaynor H.
I just wanted to thank you for the photography course. It was very helpful and I have learned a lot.
- Andrea H.
I wanted to thank you again for sharing your knowledge and love for photography!
The class was very interesting and you are a fabulous presenter!
- Tricia T.
Thank you for a fun and I formative class last evening. Your class definitely put the FUN back into photography! It’s something I'd come close to losing as I've sat through 6 very technical classes that I've struggled to understand. Will definitely watch your class group for any other upcoming classes.
- Dale M.
I attended your afternoon intro photography class on March 24th.
I thoroughly enjoyed the class - it exceeded my expectations and I am very excited to work on the techniques introduced.
- Cathy M.
I want to thank you for the class last night.
It was extremely informative and allowed me to realize that I did not need to use manual mode all the time which I was struggling with. Tv, P, AV are all extremely useful tools which are going to help me improve drastically. So thank you.
- Amy A.
Hey Trevor! Thank you so much for a great afternoon. You are a wealth of knowledge...thanks for sharing!! Looking forward to more classes with you! Thanks again!
- Kim L.
I took this class last year. Was so worth it.
- Cheryl G.
I just wanted to say “thank you” for a very informative and fun evening last Tuesday. I have renewed interest in my camera.
- Jan K.
Loved the class. Learned a ton!!
- Amanda M.
GREAT class today!!
Thoroughly enjoyed it and felt like I learned lots (time will tell!). For some stuff it was a good refresher!
- Elizabeth M.
Thanks so much for the class last night. It was really great. I can't wait to practice today.
- Natalie G.
That was a great class last night! It was well-paced, had great examples and you were an enthusiastic teacher!
- Sandra T.
Great glass last night! We really found it was the perfect amount of info to get us started.
- Rachel T.
I just wanted to drop a line to say how much I enjoyed the class.
I learned how to use some more features that I didn't even know existed.
Thanks again for inspiring me to do even better.
- Denise P.
Thanks for the amazing experience yesterday...I learned SO much...now to just remember it!
- Ruth-Anne G.
Trevor thanks so much for the informative class on Saturday! With some practice, I am confident that I can get my camera out of AUTO mode!
- Catherine W.
I just wanted to say thank you for yesterday. I am so excited to get out shooting with my new knowledge of my camera! I really am glad you set up this class!
- Kate T.
Hi Trevor. Thanks again for the great class.
I couldn’t believe I had been there for three hours; it literally felt like a few minutes.
- Nancy P.