# Event Details - **Event Name**: From the Stands to the Sideline: Intro to Sports Photography w/Howard Lao - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 29 Oct, 2025 at 07:00 pm – Wed, 12 Nov, 2025 at 09:00 pm - **Event Description**: Join Pro Photo Supply and Portland-based Photographer Howard Lao to learn the basics of shooting sports in this multi-part workshop!About this Event https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/a0f2bf10-a41f-11f0-bc91-b5c573147be5-rimg-w1168-h740-dc040615-gmir.jpg Sports Photography is one of the most dynamic and demanding types of photography. Howard Lao, a Portland-based sports photographer, will cover what it's like to photograph some of the best athletes in the world and how to improve the efficiency of your photography skills on and off the field.This event will consist of 3 parts, depending on the ticket purchased. Please see details below.Sports Photography 101 LectureOctober 29th, 2025 7 PM @ Pro Photo Supply Event Space(~60 minutes speaking / ~20 minutes learning editing/workflow / ~15 minutes Q&A)The lecture portion will cover the following topics:What makes a good image? Howard will discuss this in detail for Football (but also mentions other sports like basketball, soccer, track & field, etc.)Behind the scenes of working on game dayHow to find the best angles at events * Camera gear & best settings to useSports Photography etiquette on and off the fieldEditing (Lightroom), workflow (Photo Mechanic), and file storage.1st Hands-on WorkshopNovember 1st, 2025, 11:30 AM - 3:30 PM (game starts at 1:30 PM)Willamette University vs. George Fox at Willamette University (limit 8 students)Come experience these two local college football teams go head-to-head from the sidelines while getting the opportunity to photograph them like the pros would. Get those diving passes from turf level. Capture the adrenaline of the snap as the quarterback puts a play in motion.Get exclusive access, including the sidelines, and be taught in real-time by Howard Lao!More information about this portion of the class will be provided at the conclusion of Howard's presentation on October 29th.Hands-on workshop attendees will receive a 25% discount on rental gear from Pro Photo Supply - details for this will be included in your order confirmation email.2nd Hands-on WorkshopNovember 8th, 2025, 12:00 PM - 3:30 PM (game starts at 2 PM)Portland State University vs. Sacramento State at Hillsboro Stadium (limit 6 students)Come experience the Vikings go head-to-head with the Hornets from the sidelines while getting the opportunity to photograph them like a pro. Get those diving passes from turf level. Capture the adrenaline of the snap as the quarterback puts a play in motion.Get exclusive access, including the sidelines, and be taught in real-time by Howard Lao!More information about this portion of the class will be provided at the conclusion of Howard's presentation on October 29th.Hands-on workshop attendees will receive a 25% discount on rental gear from Pro Photo Supply - details for this will be included in your order confirmation email.Virtual Image ReviewsWillamette University Workshop Review | November 5th, 2025, 7 PM to 8:15 PM - ONLINEAttendees from the hands-on workshop will submit 5-10 photos from the workshop to be reviewed via a virtual platform(Google Meet) during a group session. This image review will take 75 minutes and allow participants to discuss what went well and what can be improved on for their next shoot. Howard will also field any of your additional questions during this review session.Portland State University Workshop Review | November 12th, 2025, 7 PM to 8:15 PM - ONLINEAttendees from the hands-on workshop will submit 5-10 photos from the workshop to be reviewed via a virtual platform(Google Meet) during a group session. This image review will take 75 minutes and allow participants to discuss what went well and what can be improved on for their next shoot. Howard will also field any of your additional questions during this review session. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/a1c81070-a41f-11f0-a8ce-3d4453caf707-rimg-w1200-h737-dcf2f2f5-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/a38020b0-a41f-11f0-978d-7b77366a9a42-rimg-w1110-h740-dc070303-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/a47e08b0-a41f-11f0-bc91-b5c573147be5-rimg-w963-h740-dc151316-gmir.jpg ABOUT HOWARD LAO https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/a5070ed0-a41f-11f0-a8ce-3d4453caf707-rimg-w933-h740-dc607ea7-gmir.jpg HOWARD "How" LAO is a freelance award-winning photographer based in the Pacific Northwest, but has covered sports and live events around the world.He combines his unique background as an NCAA Division 1 athlete with his photography, capturing the essence of athletes and the moments that bring fans closer to the competition.FREELANCE CLIENTS: Nike, Victory, TrackTownUSA, Hillsboro Hops, The Oregonian, The Associated Press, Getty ImagesEVENTS & NETWORKS: 3x Olympic Trials; 4x World Athletics Championships; 7x NCAA Track & Field Championships; NFL/XFL/NCAA League; Major League Soccer & National Women Soccer League; MiLB Baseball - Hillsboro Hops Team Photographer; Winter Youth Olympics & Pan Continental Curling Championships; NBA & NCAA March Madness.See more of Howard's work on his website and on Instagram under his handle @howlaophotographyABOUT REGISTRATIONThe in-person workshop part of this event is limited to 8 spots with a minimum of 4 registered attendees needed. In the event the minimum isn't met, the session will be canceled and registered attendees will receive full refunds.Attendees will be required to sign a waiver in order to join us for the in-the-field portion of this class.This event has limited space; as a result, registration is required for each attendee. If you are on the waitlist for this event, you will receive a notification via email if a space becomes available for you.PRICING, FEES & REFUNDSDue to the nature of the exclusive access given to participants during the hands-on sections of this workshop, Refunds will only be considered if notice is given 4 days before the dates of this workshop.In the event of a refund, Eventbrite Fees are not refundable. Eventbrite fees are only refunded if an event is canceled.Refunds are unavailable post-event date.Agenda?: 07:00 PM - 08:30 PMSports Photography 101 Lecture | October 29th, 2025Info: The lecture portion will cover the following topics: * What makes a good image (Howard will discuss this in detail for Track & Field but also mention a few other sports like basketball, soccer, football, etc * Behind the scenes of working game day * How to find the best angles at events * Camera gear & best settings to use * Sports Photography etiquette on and off the field * Remote cameras * Editing (lightroom), workflow (Photo Mechanic), and file storage.?: 11:30 AM - 03:30 PMWillamette University Hands-on Workshop | November 1st, 2025Info: Willamette University vs. George Fox at Willamette University (limit 8 students) Come experience these two local college football teams go head-to-head from the sidelines while getting the opportunity to photograph them like the pros would. Get those diving passes from turf level. Capture the adrenaline of the snap as the quarterback puts a play in motion. Get exclusive access, including the sidelines, and be taught in real-time by Howard Lao! More information about this portion of the class will be provided at the conclusion of Howard's presentation on October 29th. Hands-on workshop attendees will receive a 25% discount on rental gear from Pro Photo Supply - details for this will be included in your order confirmation email.?: 07:00 PM - 08:30 PMWillamette University Workshop Image Review | November 5th, 2025Info: Attendees from the hands-on workshop will submit 5-10 photos from the workshop to be reviewed over Zoom during a group session. This image review will take 75 minutes and allow participants to discuss what went well, and what can be improved on for their next shoot. Howard will also field any of your additional questions during this review session.?: 12:00 PM - 03:30 PMPortland State University Hands-on Workshop | November 8th, 2025Info: Portland State University vs. Sacramento State at Hillsboro Stadium (limit 6 students) Come experience the Vikings go head-to-head with the Hornets from the sidelines while getting the opportunity to photograph them like a pro. Get those diving passes from turf level. Capture the adrenaline of the snap as the quarterback puts a play in motion. Get exclusive access, including the sidelines, and be taught in real-time by Howard Lao! More information about this portion of the class will be provided at the conclusion of Howard's presentation on October 29th. Hands-on workshop attendees will receive a 25% discount on rental gear from Pro Photo Supply - details for this will be included in your order confirmation email.?: 07:00 PM - 08:30 PMPortland State University Workshop Image Review | November 12th, 2025Info: Attendees from the hands-on workshop will submit 5-10 photos from the workshop to be reviewed over Zoom during a group session. This image review will take 75 minutes and allow participants to discuss what went well, and what can be improved on for their next shoot. Howard will also field any of your additional questions during this review session. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portland/from-the-stands-to-the-sideline-intro-to-sports-photography-w-howard-lao/100001761895961249 - **Event Categories**: sports, workshops, football, contests, art, photography, nonprofit - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 28.52, max: 215.26, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Portland - **state**: OR - **country**: United States - **location**: Pro Photo Supply - Event Center - **lat**: 45.53153770000001 - **long**: -122.68975799999998 - **full address**: Pro Photo Supply - Event Center, 1801 NW Northrup Street, Portland, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: From the Stands to the Sideline: Intro to Sports Photography w/Howard Lao - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/030fa14b0f39a3be0b16a2bd3b86848bc10c13432dc59853b8df15947998b9f3-rimg-w1200-h600-dc040614-gmir.jpg?v=1759911655 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is From the Stands to the Sideline: Intro to Sports Photography w/Howard Lao being held? - **A:** From the Stands to the Sideline: Intro to Sports Photography w/Howard Lao takes place on Wed, 29 Oct, 2025 at 07:00 pm to Wed, 12 Nov, 2025 at 09:00 pm at Pro Photo Supply - Event Center, 1801 NW Northrup Street, Portland, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for From the Stands to the Sideline: Intro to Sports Photography w/Howard Lao? - **A:** Ticket prices for From the Stands to the Sideline: Intro to Sports Photography w/Howard Lao range from USD 29 to USD 215 depending on the ticket type. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityLecture OnlyUSD 29 + USD 4 feeAvailableLecture + Nov. 1st Workshop + Image ReviewUSD 215 + USD 15 feeAvailableLecture + Nov. 8th Workshop + Image ReviewUSD 215 + USD 15 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing From the Stands to the Sideline: Intro to Sports Photography w/Howard Lao? - **A:** From the Stands to the Sideline: Intro to Sports Photography w/Howard Lao is organized by Pro Photo Supply. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** From the Stands to the Sideline: Intro to Sports Photography w/Howard Lao is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Portland, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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