Photography Classes

Discover the power of your advanced digital camera in this introductory course. Learn about different exposure modes and when to use them for better focus and exposure in your pictures. Understand the various auto focus settings available and when to use them or switch to  manual focus. Find out about megapixels, histograms and JPEG versus raw file formats. You'll walk away with the skills to make the most of your digital camera. NOTE: To get the most from this class, you must have a camera with Program, Shutter Priority and Aperture Priority exposure modes. Check the manual to see if these features are listed.

Saturday, 8:30am - 5:00pm

1 hour lunch break

January 21, 2023

Tuition: $65

Learn additional camera controls and apply your skills to a variety of common photography subjects in this intermediate class. After reviewing exposure, you learn techniques for landscapes and buildings, portraits, sports and action, close-ups, and low-light photography. You discover how to adjust the colors the camera records to improve fall color, sunsets, and indoor shots. And you learn to control the built-in flash for natural-looking photos of people. You’ll leave with the tools to make better pictures in a variety of situations. NOTE: To get the most from this class, you should be familiar with shutter speed, aperture and ISO controls on your camera. Your camera must have Program, Shutter Priority, Aperture Priority and Manual exposure modes. Check your camera manual to see if these features are listed. 

Mondays , 6:30 - 8:30pm

January 24 - February 28, 2023 

Tuition: $95

Learn additional camera controls and apply your skills to a variety of common photography subjects in this intermediate class. After reviewing exposure, you learn techniques for landscapes and buildings, portraits, sports and action, close-ups, and low-light photography. You discover how to adjust the colors the camera records to improve fall color, sunsets, and indoor shots. And you learn to control the built-in flash for natural-looking photos of people. You’ll leave with the tools to make better pictures in a variety of situations. NOTE: To get the most from this class, you should be familiar with shutter speed, aperture and ISO controls on your camera. Your camera must have Program, Shutter Priority, Aperture Priority and Manual exposure modes. Check your camera manual to see if these features are listed. 

This course is taught using Zoom video conferencing software. You need internet access to attend this class.

Mondays , 6:30 - 8:30pm

January 24 - February 28, 2023

Tuition: $95

Discover the power of your advanced digital camera in this introductory course. Learn about different exposure modes and when to use them for better focus and exposure in your pictures. Understand the various auto focus settings available and when to use them or switch to  manual focus. Find out about megapixels, histograms and JPEG versus raw file formats. You'll walk away with the skills to make the most of your digital camera. NOTE: To get the most from this class, you must have a camera with Program, Shutter Priority and Aperture Priority exposure modes. Check the manual to see if these features are listed.

Saturday, 8:30am - 5:00pm

1 hour lunch break

March 11, 2023

Tuition: $65

Too often we expect a beautiful or favorite subject to automatically produce a great photograph. But strong images require selecting and arranging those subjects in the photograph—what we call composition. In this course, you learn to improve your pictures by deciding what your photo is about and using composition techniques to convey that idea. Find out when to shoot a horizontal or vertical frame, where to place the main subject for the most impact, how to employ lines to direct your viewer’s attention, what effect the background has on your photo, and why exploring different angles helps create unique images. By applying composition you can turn a snapshot into a photograph. All cameras are welcome in this class, including phones. 

Saturday, 8:30am - 5:00pm

1 hour lunch break

April 8, 2023

Tuition: $65

If none of these classes meets your needs or interests, consider  scheduling a private session. Topics can include using your digital camera (DSLR or mirrorless), editing photos with Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic, Adobe Photoshop, or Adobe Photoshop Elements, and printing pictures using inkjet printers. 

Sessions are available for individuals or small groups. Contact me for availability and pricing.

Note: During the coronavirus pandemic, sessions are held outside at a safe distance or online with Zoom.