Shooting in Manual
Shooting in Manual – Photo 101
This is the class for anyone who has a big fancy camera and either a) shoots in automatic b) shoots in “training wheels” c) wants to feel more confident shooting in manual or d) has no clue what’s going on… AKA the learn to “boss your camera around class.” In this class we’ll learn how to care for your camera and about the different buttons and knobs. We’ll also learn all about shooting in manual including working with aperture and shutter speed. Before you know it you’ll be showing off your mad photography skills!
Skill Level and Gear:
This is a beginner class – no skill level or experience is required! This is also a great class to refresh and become more confident in shooting in manual, so intermediate students are welcome. As far as gear, students will need a DSLR or point and shoot with manual capability to take the class. A kit lens is just fine, no special lenses are required.
Class Outline:
Week 1 – buttons and knobs, camera care, lenses, intro to shooting in manual
Week 2 – aperture, getting background blur and bokeh, manually setting focus points
focal plane and depth of field
Week 3 - shutter speed, motion blur, freezing motion, obtaining sharp focus
aperture vs. shutter speed
Week 4 - ISO, white balance, metering, advanced focus techniques
The Cost:
120.00 per person
Dates and Registration
for summer 2013!
JUNE 2013
June 3 – June 30
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JULY 2013
July 1 – July 28
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AUGUST 2013
Aug 5 – Sept 1
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Photography for Blogs
Shooting Details (for blogs and shops!)
This is the class for anyone who wants to capture better product shots for their blog, Etsy shop, etc. We will learn how to use natural light for the best detail shots, how to use different backdrops, crops for details and the basics of editing details and prepping files for web.
Skill Level and Gear:
Suggested completion of Shooting in Manual (photo 101) and Shooting with Natural Light (photo 102) or have knowledge in shooting in manual and working with natural light. *Beginners with a basic point and shoot camera can take this class, with limitations to certain techniques taught.* For DSLR shooters – kit lenses are fine but a lens with f/2.8 or bigger aperture is preferred. Don’t have the lens you want for this class? Consider renting from a local camera shop or online rental. Feel free to email me with questions about gear for this class! All detail examples (including video examples) will be taught with natural light.
Class Outline:
Week 1 – lenses for detail photography, finding the best light for product shots
Week 2 – choosing and working with backdrops
Week 3 – basics of shooting details and crops
Week 4 – basic editing for product shots, prepping files for web
The Cost:
120.00 per person
Dates and Registration
for summer 2013!
JUNE 2013
June 3 – June 30
class full!
JULY 2013
July 1 – July 28
register online
AUGUST 2013
Aug 5 – Sept 1
register online
