First Step- PHOTOGRAPHY 101 CLASS
Learn how to compose and take better portraits
Want to get your camera off of automatic? This class is for you! Photo 101 is a comprehensive five week course designed to help you understand aperture, shutter speed, ISO, camera settings, photo composition, and lighting. The buttons and dials look intimidating on many cameras. This class is designed to break them down in a logical sequence to help your get your brain around how they all work. You might even be able to understand your camera manual when you are done!
Demonstrations in class and weekly photography assignments will help participants gain a better working knowledge of how to make better pictures and control their cameras. Each class will consist of time devoted to different aspects of photography, with time for you to ask questions about the operation of your camera and the content of your photographs from the weekly assignments (see topics below). You will gain a better understanding of how to work your camera and when to choose certain settings. We even touch on photo editing (Photoshop). Whether you are trying to take better family photos or want to take your photography to the next level, you've got to be able to control your camera. This is the class for you!
Learn how to capture motion and moments in time that tell a story
Established in 2006 this is the original Photo 101 class in Tampa and has helped thousands of people understand how to be a better photographer. Classes meet once a week for 5 weeks and are taught Chip Weiner, an award winning photojournalist and food photographer.
Explore how to improve action and sports photography
Classes are taught at the awesome CL Space, home of Creative Loafing Newspaper (see below) and meet one night per week
Photography 101 Classes for 2016
November 15 - December 13 2016 Full
New Classes for 2017 Are Open!
January 10 - February 7, 2017
February 21 - March 21, 2017
The next class is scheduled on Tuesdays for 5 weeks from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. November 15 - December 13, 2016
Cost for 5 week class is $149.00
Please be advised that class size is limited and classes tend to fill up in advance of start dates!
Course Content
Week 1. The first class is an introduction to the buttons and dials on your camera and how they work. They are really not as intimidating as they look! We will also discuss some "should haves" for your camera bag, and your first photo assignment.
Week 2. This is THE most important class. Learning and understanding exposure is the key to better and creative photography. Take your camera off “auto” by learning shutter speeds, apertures (f-stops), and ISO. Also learn the meaning and use of depth of field.
Week 3. We will discuss white balance, composition and what makes a good photograph. This class includes ideas for composing better portraits, artistic shots, nature and landscape photos. You will also learn about different lenses, what they do, and what you need for great shots.
Learn fun compositional elements
Week 4. This class is about how to effectively use your flash (and other light sources). Understanding on and off camera lighting methods is a huge step in getting great photographs. This is a very important class where we explore what camera settings control different types of light. Almost everybody needs to know how to use alternative light sources (including your flash) without over lighting your subject or underexposing the scene. Quality, softness and intensity of light really matter! Less expensive yet effective lighting alternatives will also be discussed. This class includes a portrait session demonstration.
Week 5. The last class is an introduction to the digital darkroom (Photoshop). Learn cropping, red eye removal, and some artistic applications of several types of editing software. You will also learn how to do much of it for free!
While many people have enjoyed this class with a point and shoot camera, an SLR or mirrorless camera will better compliment the lessons.
CLASS SIZE IS LIMITED.
The CL Space, home of Creative Loafing Newspaper, is an awesome facility with lots of room, red brick walls, and easy access parking. It is located above the Spaghetti Warehouse in Ybor Square. It is easy to get to from the Selmon Expressway or I-4 making the trip from South Tampa, North Tampa, Brandon, or St Pete a breeze. Click HERE for a map.
