Photography Workshop Outline
Learn how to use your camera in this fun and interactive photography workshop designed to teach you the fundamentals of digital photography. Discover how to use f-stops and shutter speeds to take better photographs. We’ll also discuss composition, color, line, perspective and imaginative approaches to photography to spark your creativity.
This course is designed to establish a solid foundation in the medium of photography. Emphasis is on acquiring knowledge of the manual operation of the camera, becoming proficient in the craft while working to evolve a uniquely personal photographic vision. You will be expected to be an active participant in the class. There will be various lessons, tutorials, slide talks, demonstrations and group critiques to support the technical information you receive.
Canon Digital Camera Exploded View
PHOTOGRAPHY CLASS OUTLINE
Week 1 Introduction to Photographic Concepts, Light & Shadow, Equivalent Exposures and Bracketing
Week 2 Camera Controls | f/Stops, Depth of Field
Week 3 Camera Controls | Shutter Speeds, Stop Motion, Blur Motion
Week 4 Design | Framing
Week 5 Design | Perspective
Week 6 Design | Color
Week 7 Landscape
Week 8 Still Life
Week 9 Portrait
Week 10 Portfolio Review
COURSE MATERIALS
Digital (dSLR), compact digital or 35mm camera with manual capabilities and working light meter. Memory cards for digital cameras, film for analog cameras. Notebook for class notes and technical information. All brands are welcome including Canon, Nikon, Panasonic Lumix, Minolta, Oylmpus and Sony.
Optional:
Tripod, shutter release, electronic flash, close-up filters.