Digital technology has dramatically changed the accessibility and possibilities of photography. This course focuses on basic camera operations and functions of a digital single lens camera and the manipulation of its settings to achieve specific results.  Students will also learn best composition and lighting techniques.

Course taught by a seasoned Professional Photographer.

2 days - $595.00

Prerequisites:

No prerequisites.

Course Outline 

Types of Cameras
Understanding the Basics of a Camera
Point and Shoot
iPhone and other Smart Mobile Devices
Smart Phone Accessories
Exploring the Basics of a DSLR Camera
Understanding Mirrorless Cameras
Exploring Lens Mount Options
Types of Camera Lenses
File Formats
RAW vs JPEG

Camera Settings
Camera Modes
Aperture
What is ISO
Shutter Speed
Auto Mode
Manual Mode
Exposure Triangle
F-Stops Explained
Depth of Field
Controlling the F-Stop to adjust Depth of Field
The Effect of Lens Focal Length on Depth of Field
Contrast Photography
Different Types of Contrast
Color Contrast

White Balance
What is White Balance
How to Determine and Adjust White Balance
White Balance Presets
Flash
Color Temperature

Lighting
Harnessing the Light
Exposure and Light Meters
Natural vs Artificial
Ambient Light
Flat Light
Broad Light
Backlight
Soft light
Hard light
Tungssten Light
Fluorescent Light
Flash Modes

Composition Basics
The Frame - What to Include or Exclude
Composing Using Autofocus
Composing Manually
Metering and Composition
Camera Best Practices