Beginning Digital Continuing Studies Program
Class Description
If you're interested in a continuing studies program from Beginning DSLR through Digital Printing this series of 12 evening sessions in photography education is for you. You'll learn camera basics, exposure basics, camera control basics, composition techniques, photo composition, image editing and printing.Camera Basics 1/2 - Tuesday, February 4th, 11th - 6:30-9:00pm
Through handouts, visual displays and hands on instruction we will unlock the main functions of your digital camera. Bring your camera and fully charged batteries.
Topics Covered: Camera Modes • Shooting Modes • Scene Modes • Metering Modes Megapixels • Resolution • Digital Media • Focusing • Zoom Lenses • White Balance • Flash • ISO Rating
Exposure Basics 1 - Tuesday, February 18th - 6:30-9:00pm
An introduction to exposing an image correctly. We will discover how to take control of the camera and achieve desired and predictable results. Bring your camera and fully charged batteries to class. Be prepared to print 10 -12 images for review from optional assignment.
Topics Covered: Metering Modes • Aperture Priority Mode • Shutter Priority Mode • Manual Mode • Shutter Speeds • Apertures • ISO • Exposure Triangle •Histograms • Exposure Lock Exposure Compensation • Problematic Scenes
Camera Control Basics 1/2 - Tuesday, February 25th, March 11th - 6:30-9:00pm
We will continue to take control of our camera to achieve the desired depth of field and and subject sharpness by learning how to adjust the aperture and shutter speeds in the camera. Bring your camera and fully charged batteries to class. Be prepared to print 10 -12 images for review from optional assignment.
Topics Covered: Aperture Priority Mode • Shutter Priority Mode • Manual Mode • Shutter Speeds • Apertures • Depth of Field • Subject Sharpness/Blur • Lenses
Composition Techniques 1/2 - Tuesday, March 18th, April 1st - 6:30-9:00pm
A discussion of what makes a good image. We will cover basic compositional elements and how to incorporate them into an image. Please bring 3-5 printed or digital images to the class sessions.
Topics Covered: Compositional Elements • Creating Focus • Quality of Light • Removing Distractions • Critique
Photo Composition 1/2 - Tuesday, April 8th, 15th- 6:30-9:00pm
A continuation of what makes a good image. We will discuss how to bring your vision of a scene into reality. Please bring 3-5 printed or digital images to the class sessions.
Topics Covered: Critique • Vision • Interest • Energy • Emotion
Image Editing 1/2 - April 22nd, April 29th - 6:30-9:00pm
An introduction into digital workflow. We will rename, edit, keyword, tag and rate images to easily identify the best. We will cover a basic workflow for fine tuning your images.
Topics Covered: Camera Raw vs. Jpeg • Color Balance • Editing Controls • Sharpening
Digital Printing 1 - Tuesday May 6th- 6:30-9:00pm
An introduction into preparing your digital files for printing including page setup, sheet vs. roll, paper ICC pofiles and the print dialogue box. Each student will be able to print five images.
Topics Covered: Page Setup • Sheet vs. Roll • ICC Paper Profiles • Print Dialogue Box
Topics that will be discussed and demonstrated:
- See Above
Class Requirements
Digital SLR, Memory Cards, Charged Batteries
Class Schedule
Date |
Start Time |
End Time |
Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, February 4th, 2014 | 6:30 PM | 9:00 PM | Digital Learning Center |
| Tuesday, February 11th, 2014 | 6:30 PM | 9:00 PM | Digital Learning Center |
| Tuesday, February 18th, 2014 | 6:30 PM | 9:00 PM | Digital Learning Center |
| Tuesday, February 25th, 2014 | 6:30 PM | 9:00 PM | Digital Learning Center |
| Tuesday, March 11th, 2014 | 6:30 PM | 9:00 PM | Digital Learning Center |
| Tuesday, March 18th, 2014 | 6:30 PM | 9:00 PM | Digital Learning Center |
| Tuesday, April 1st, 2014 | 6:30 PM | 9:00 PM | Digital Learning Center |
| Tuesday, April 8th, 2014 | 6:30 PM | 9:00 PM | Digital Learning Center |
| Tuesday, April 15th, 2014 | 6:30 PM | 9:00 PM | Digital Learning Center |
| Tuesday, April 22nd, 2014 | 6:30 PM | 9:00 PM | Digital Learning Center |
| Tuesday, April 29th, 2014 | 6:30 PM | 9:00 PM | Digital Learning Center |
| Tuesday, May 6th, 2014 | 6:30 PM | 9:00 PM | Digital Learning Center |
About the Instructor
Richard Guttman:
Richard Guttman is a practicing professional photographer and photography instructor. He has successfully taught this photography program to many beginning photographers. Wherever you are in your photographic journey, he can lead you down a path of a deeper understanding of the craft and increased confidence in creating images through knowledge of your camera, understanding of composition, and a proficient digital workflow.
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The cost of the "Beginning Digital Continuing Studies Program" class is: $695.00
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