Digital Photography 101 (1 week intensive)
Instructor: Adam Blasberg www.adamblasberg.com
This intensive 1-week course is designed to introduce the basic concepts, controls and tools of digital photography. Students will learn basic camera controls, exposure controls, depth of field, white balance and the fundamentals of composition through classroom discussions, visual examples and hands-on workshops. We will discuss camera equipment...from what you “need” to what you might “want”. And finally, we'll explore different ways of presenting your images from slideshows to prints, photo books and more.
At the end of this course you will have more confidence in using your camera and equipment, an understanding of basic photographic principles, increased skill in manipulating creative tools and a renewed excitement for what photography has to offer. Whether you are an aspiring professional, a dedicated hobbiest or a weekend warrior, this course is sure to satisfy your taste for image making!
Day 1 Dissecting your Digital SLR
The ins and outs of Exposure Control
Day 2 Exposure workshop in studio
White Balance – what it is and how you use it
Day 3 Depth of Field and Composition
WB, DOF, Composition Workshop – put these tools to use
Day 4 Location Field Trip – making images in the real world
The end result - tips & tricks on sharing your work
Day 5 Class critique of the week's work
The Petite Portfolio – presenting images in your signature style
Equipment Requirements:
Digital SLR camera with at least 1 lens
Memory card
Personal computer access to download and process images
Prerequisites: none
Duration: 1 week, Monday to Friday, 9:00 to 4:00
Cost: $495
(This course is also available in a 10-week format on Monday evenings only)
