course descriptions
Enjoy a great day or weekend at our beautiful Hunter Valley property and start taking better pictures by learning basic principles of photography, getting your camera off automatic and making the most of its advanced features. The course is intended for those with a digital SLR or advanced compact and is divided into two days (Digital Photography I & II) that may be taken individually or as a whole.
Day 1 Digital Photography I ...Getting to know your camera and understanding the basics for better photography.
Suitable for both complete novices and for those with some experience who:
- Want to learn about digital photography
- Need to better understand their camera controls
- Want to improve their picture taking skills
- Need a refresher in photographic fundamentals
- Basic concepts of capturing an image including the relationship between aperture, shutter speed and film (sensor) sensitivity for correct exposure.
- The nature of light and its role in photography including understanding white balance
- Understanding and using the camera controls
- Composition. What works, what doesn’t and why
- The most common mistakes in photography and how to avoid them
- Overview of available editing software including many good freebies
- Organising your pictures
- How to make basic adjustments for colour, contrast, colour etc
- Effective cropping to give your images impact
- Easy enhancements and repairs such as sharpening, red-eye removal etc.
- Preparing your pictures for printing, emailing, website.
Price $160.00 for single day or $300.00 for both days (inludes refreshments and a delicious lunch)
GIFT CERTIFICATES also available. It's easy...just tell us whether you want it for one day ($160.00) or both days ($300.00) and we'll advise payment method and email or post the certificate to you
COURSE DATES & BOOKING FORM
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Day 2 Digital Photography II Beyond the Basics Learn to shoot like a pro! the basics
For those who have completed Digital Photography I or are already familiar with their camera and want to take their photography to the next level. Get the most out of your camera and start shooting like a pro!
- In-depth look at shutter speed, aperture and sensor sensitivity (iso)
- Lenses, focal length, depth of field
- Understanding and using the histogram to monitor exposure.
- Varying depth of field and perspectives for more creative photography.
- Back-lighting, side-lighting, sunrise/sunset, night photography
- Flash and studio lighting techniques
- How to take successful portraits
- File formats RAW vs. JPG
Introduction to Photoshop/Elements including:
- Overview of the toolbox and use of basic tools
- Adjusting images using levels/curves
- Removing unwanted objects with clone tool/healing brush
- Repairing skin blemishes, removing/reducing wrinkles
- Layers. How to use them and why they are so useful
- Introduction to blending modes
- Dodging and burning. The power of layer masks
- Tips and tricks to quickly improve your pictures
- Resizing, resolution for printing/emailing
- Sharpening techniques
- Colour management
- Successful printing
About the Trainer
John Harrison, a professional photographer with 25 years experience runs a successful photography and picture framing business from his studio at Cedar Creek in the Hunter Valley. His style is friendly and approachable so you can feel comfortable to ask questions and learn regardless of how much or little you already know. Having made the transition from film to digital himself a while ago, he understands the challenge of changing technology and has designed this course to make it easy for anyone to quickly get up to speed in the world of digital and significantly improve their photography.
Money back guarantee
We sincerely believe the course will not only be enjoyable but will help you improve your photography. If, after completion of the course you don’t think you have learned enough to produce better pictures you may re-sit the course for free, alternatively we will refund the fee.
Price $160.00 for single day or $300.00 for both days (inludes refreshments and a delicious lunch)