Introduction to Photography
Learn to take great photographs and make the most of your camera.
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Course Description
Introduction to Photography is a short, practical workshop for adults who are interested in developing their photography skills. In the course you will learn how to use your digital camera, what the different functions and buttons do and you'll spend lots of time outside taking photos and getting practical advice.
The course runs with workshops on two different weekend days (usually Saturdays, a a few weeks apart). This allows you to practise your new skills between the workshops and to get help and advice based on the photos you've taken. You should attend both days and have time to take some photos between the two.
Is this the right course for you?
If you answered yes to the questions above, this course will be perfect for you!
The course runs with workshops on two different weekend days (usually Saturdays, a a few weeks apart). This allows you to practise your new skills between the workshops and to get help and advice based on the photos you've taken. You should attend both days and have time to take some photos between the two.
Is this the right course for you?
- Do you want to learn how to take great photos using your camera's manual (M) mode?
- Do you want to get better at taking a range of photos including portraits, landscapes, still life and more?
- Do you want to learn how to correctly set your camera's aperture, shutter speed, ISO and white balance and how to use your camera's light meter to help you choose the correct settings?
- Do you want to know more about your camera's different modes and when to switch between them?
- Do you want to learn the basics of photo editing and how best to keep your photos organised?
If you answered yes to the questions above, this course will be perfect for you!
How to Enrol
Take a look at the Upcoming Courses in the red box at the bottom of this page, then click the green Enrol button.
Course Content
This course will help you to master your camera skills, with a particular focus on shooting in your camera's manual mode.
During the course you will take part in a number of photographic excursions to practise taking portraits, landscapes and still lives.
By the end of this course, you will also have knowledge of how you can make a big difference to your photos with some simple editing techniques.
During the course you will take part in a number of photographic excursions to practise taking portraits, landscapes and still lives.
By the end of this course, you will also have knowledge of how you can make a big difference to your photos with some simple editing techniques.
Course Requirements
You will need:
- A DSLR camera that enables you to shoot in manual mode (feel free to contact me if you're not sure about this).
- A laptop computer.
About the TutorMy name is George, and I am a freelance photographer, designer, writer and generally creative person based in Christchurch, NZ.
I taught NCEA Photography for five years while I was Head of Arts and Media at St Peter's College in Southland. I now works as a freelance photographer taking on work for businesses as well as shooting family and individual photos, photos for events, and wedding photography. Alongside my photography work, I own Ripple Design & PR, and have set up Creative Ripple and NZ Art Cloud. Click here to learn more about my photography. |
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"This course has been very informative and at a sensible pace for a beginner. George is very patient and puts information across in a manageable and enjoyable way"
Vicki Crawford
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