Digital Photography: The Basics

$129.00

Learn The Ins And Outs Of Your Camera And How To Capture Better Photos

Got a digital camera and don’t feel 100% confident using it? Leave your frustrations at the door and let our Photography for Beginners 1: The Basics class show you the way! This fun course will teach you the essentials of operating your digital camera, making better photographic decisions, and taking more beautiful, artful images.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

In this class, you’ll gain an understanding of all the digital camera fundamentals: focus, f-stops (aperture), shutter speeds, ISO speed and the role of each of these creative choices in determining a photo’s outcome. Plus, you’ll learn how depth of field affects a visual message, how shutter speed aids in image interpretation, how to choose the proper camera menus, and how to pick the best file for any situation. At the end of the course, you’ll also come away with the knowledge of what every last dial and button on your digital camera can do.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

  • Understand basic camera functions and settings
  • Focus your camera
  • Change f-stops (aperture), shutter speeds, and the sensor speed (ISO)
  • Select the correct camera menu
  • Recognize depth of field

 MATERIALS NEEDED

  • Camera (DSLR or mirrorless recommended) with manual exposure modes and your favorite lens
  • Extra battery and memory card
  • Camera manual

QUALIFICATIONS

  • None. This is a course for beginners.

INSTRUCTOR

David LaNeve, CPP

 

By purchasing this class you agree to our Cancellation and Refund Policies.

The Bundle package is effective for 6 months from the date of your first class. After 6 months, the Bundle expires and you will need to purchase the remaining classes separately. Please see our Policies for more details.