Now
that you have gotten that new camera for Christmas or have one
that you just want to learn more about I am offering a 3
part series on the basics of digital photography for beginners.
Classes will start at 1 and last 2 to 3 hours depending on the
number of participants and discussions. Because of the many
differences in digital cameras, even from the same manufacturer,
it would be good if each participant reviews their owners
manual. After the first two classes, there will be some homework
to help enforce what we discussed and to prepare the participant
for the next class. However each class a unit of its own, so if
you only want to take one or two of them, you will be OK.
Each class is $30 or
you can sign up for all 3 for $70. Advance registration and
payment are required by Feb 10th for the 3 class package.
1.
WHAT ARE ALL THOSE BUTTONS & SETTINGS?
February 15th 1:00pm
(snow date of Feb 22nd 1:00pm
Advance registration
and payment are required by Feb 10th
Digital Photography
brings many advantages to the photographer and one of those is
more control. Unfortunately the amount of control available on
even the most basic camera may seem overwhelming. This class
will focus on the main differences between film (old world) and
digital photography as well as the basic controls of photography
in general.
We will use our
cameras during this class to demonstrate the different features.
BRING YOUR MANUALS! We will venture off of Program mode
2.
HOW TO TAKE A COMPELLING IMAGE
March 14th 1:00pm
Advance registration
and payment are required by March 9th
Now that you are
more comfortable with your equipment, what are the main tools a
photographer uses to capture an image? This section will include
how to compose an image, how to take a sharper image, and a few
tricks I use to produce my images. We will venture outside to
practice some of the techniques discussed.
3.
AFTER YOU TAKE THE PICTURE- THE NEW DIGITAL WORKFLOW
April 18th 1:00pm
Advance registration
and payment are required by April 13th.
Now that you have
captured your images what do you do now? We will discuss the
steps involved in loading your images on your computer, backing
up data, basic image adjustments, and printing your final
images. I will demonstrate these using Adobe Lightroom as well
as Photoshop Elements. If you have a laptop and use one of these
programs, bring it so you can follow along.
