Photography Classes

Discover the power of your advanced digital camera in this introductory course. Learn different exposure modes and use them for better focus and exposure. Understand the various auto-focus settings and when to switch to manual focus. Find out about megapixels, histograms, and JPEG versus raw files. You’ll gain the knowledge to make the most of your digital camera. Your camera must have Program, Shutter Priority, and Aperture Priority exposure modes. Check the manual for a list of features.  

Saturday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm 

1-hour lunch break

October 12, 2024 

Tuition: $65.00

Challenge yourself to photograph new subjects, including the color blue, a sense other than sight, and SOOC (straight out of camera). See suggestions and get tips for making pictures of these topics. Then share your results and see what everyone else created. You also complete a final project you worked on throughout the course. All cameras including smartphones are welcome. This class meets every other week, so you have two weeks to complete each practice. 

Tuesday, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

October 29 - December 10, 2024  

Tuition:  $65.00

Learn the camera controls that help you photograph landscapes, portraits, action, and low-light scenes. Adjust colors to improve fall, sunset and indoor shots. Control the built-in flash for natural-looking portraits. Change focus settings to freeze action. Take sharp, detailed pictures of the moon using the self-timer and a tripod. Your camera must have Program, Shutter Priority, Aperture Priority and Manual exposure modes. Check your camera manual to see if these features are listed. 

Saturday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm 

1-hour lunch break

November 2, 2024 

Tuition: $65.00

Are you fascinated by the world's details? Then share them through close-up photography. Whether you are lured by flowers and insects, intrigued by patterns in metal and wood, or fascinated by stamps and jewelry, discover how to create sharp pictures, use effective lighting, and compose intriguing shots that bring out the details in your subject. You may use either a smartphone or digital camera. Class includes an indoor practice session. 

Thursday, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

November 14 – 21, 2024   

Saturday, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

November 16, 2024 

Tuition:  $58.00

You always have your smartphone, but are you using the camera to its full potential? Learn to use the automatic camera controls for better focus and exposure. Explore special shooting modes, such as Portrait, Panorama, Night, and Burst for action. Apply basic edits like cropping, changing exposure, and adjusting color. Keep your photos organized with albums. By using all your smartphone camera’s features you can create better pictures. Both Android and iPhone owners are welcome.  

Saturday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm 

1-hour lunch break

November 23, 2024 

Tuition: $65.00

Get started on your holiday pictures by making images of winter details, festive lights, seasonal decorations, and family portraits. Then learn tips for turning your best photos into holiday cards. Use your favorite camera, traditional or phone, to create your photos. 

Wednesday, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

December 4-18, 2024  

Tuition:  $50.00

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 either in person or online with Zoom. Contact me for availability and pricing.