CE - 011 - Photography 101 - Intro to Digital Photography, Master Your Camera
Course Description
This course is designed for photographers looking to move beyond the automatic settings and take full creative control of their camera. Whether you are a total beginner who just unboxed a new DSLR, mirrorless camera or even a smart phone, or a passionate hobbyist needing a refresher on the basics, this class provides a strong foundation for capturing stunning images. Through hands-on guidance, practical exercises and image reviews, you will gain the technical skills and confidence to transform your photos from simple snapshots to professional-looking images.
What You Will Learn:
- Camera Essentials: Understand basic camera operations, different types of equipment (DSLR, mirrorless, etc.), and which lenses are best for various situations.
- The Exposure Triangle: Master the relationship between aperture, shutter speed, and ISO to achieve proper exposure in any lighting condition.
- Creative Control: Learn how aperture affects depth of field (creating blurry backgrounds), how shutter speed captures or freezes motion, and how ISO manages image noise.
- Composition & Lighting: Explore essential composition techniques like the rule of thirds, leading lines, and symmetry to create visually compelling and balanced photos. Understand how to work with different light sources, including natural light and flash.
- Focus & White Balance: Achieve sharp, clear images every time by mastering focus controls and ensure accurate colors by using white balance settings.
- Image Workflow Basics: Learn the difference between JPEG and RAW file formats and what editing software is best for you.
Join us to unlock your creative vision and start capturing the amazing photos you've always wanted to take.
Learner Outcomes
- Camera Essentials: Understand basic camera operations, different types of equipment (DSLR, mirrorless, etc.), and which lenses are best for various situations.
- The Exposure Triangle: Master the relationship between aperture, shutter speed, and ISO to achieve proper exposure in any lighting condition.
- Creative Control: Learn how aperture affects depth of field (creating blurry backgrounds), how shutter speed captures or freezes motion, and how ISO manages image noise. How does the emerging AI technologies effect imaging.
- Composition & Lighting: Explore essential composition techniques like the rule of thirds, leading lines, and symmetry to create visually compelling and balanced photos. Understand how to work with different light sources, including natural light and flash.
- Focus & White Balance: Achieve sharp, clear images every time by mastering focus controls and ensure accurate colors by using white balance settings.
- Image Workflow Basics: Learn the difference between JPEG and RAW file formats and what editing software is best for you.
Notes
Join us to unlock your creative vision and start capturing the amazing photos you've always wanted to take.