“Tornado Hunter” Greg Johnson Bringing Camera Workshop to Brandon

Known across North America for chasing some of the continent’s most powerful storms, Greg Johnson – the Tornado Hunter – is heading to Brandon this fall. But instead of tracking severe weather, Johnson will be sharing his passion for photography in an upcoming two-day workshop.

The event takes place November 8–9, 2025, at the Seniors for Seniors Centre. Over the course of 14 hours of hands-on learning, participants will be guided through Johnson’s Camera Easy method, a teaching style that breaks down the technical side of DSLR and mirrorless cameras into clear, practical steps.

“Photography doesn’t need to be overwhelming,” Johnson has said in past workshops. “Once you understand the basics, your creativity can take over.”

The workshop will cover topics such as manual mode, aperture priority, exposure, focusing, composition, white balance, and how to handle motion blur. With class sizes capped at just 14 people, attendees can expect plenty of personal instruction.

Johnson, recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Explorers, has spent years capturing some of the world’s most extreme weather events, including the devastating Joplin, Missouri tornado and the record-breaking El Reno storm. His photography and storm-chasing adventures have been featured on television, in publications, and across social media.

This time, though, it’s not the storms he’s chasing—it’s helping others unlock the full potential of their cameras.

Registration for the Brandon workshop is open now, with seats expected to fill quickly.