Introduction to Digital Photography
This bootcamp is perfect for the novice photographer who is just getting started in digital photography and is interested in learning what their equipment is capable of doing. Maybe you're shooting on automatic and you still aren't getting the images you want then this session is for you. For this session please bring your camera, your camera's manual, a laptop if you have one, and your appetite to learn.
l What you'll learn:l Fundamentals of photography: Understanding the keys to proper exposure (ISO, f/stops, shutter speed and white balance) l What you're camera can do. (Learning about your buttons, dials and key menus)l How to save your images to your computer (tips and tricks for organizing your photos)l How to use natural light and what the best light is for a great imagel Q&A to help you personalize what you've learnedl Catered lunch will be servedWhat you will walk away learning:
After this session you will have a better understanding of the fundamentals of photography; what your camera is capable of; how to shoot on settings other than automatic; how to compose your image for a better look; saving your images to your computer so that you have a clean card at all times; how to use natural light and make it work for you.
Every attendee will receive a workbook and a take away gift to help with your post session efforts.
**********Mommy and Daddy Bootcamp
This crash course is specifically designed for moms and dads. This bootcamp introduces you to an overview of the basics of digital camera operation.
l You'll learn:l What the dials and buttons on your camera mean and how they affect your photos. l How to cut out distracting backgrounds before you take your picturesl How to compose specifically for creating great images of your children (angles, panning, perspective, posing)l Natural lighting and how it can enhance your photo or work against it. l How to specifically capture your children from the crib to the soccer field.(naturally, without being "cheesy")l Test your skills in a photo session with child modelsl Q&A to help you personalize what you've learnedl Catered lunch will be servedWhat you will walk away learning:
After this session you will have a better understanding of camera basics; how to create specifically to get great images of your children; how to light your images and let lighting enhance your images; how to create without distracting backgrounds; how to
Every attendee will receive a workbook and a take away gift to help with your post session efforts.
**********Advanced Digital Photography
Students taking this class should already have a good grasp on the fundamentals of digital photography and know how to use their equipment effectively. Maybe you've already taken a basic digital class and you want to take your knowledge to the next level. Then this class is for you. For this session you will need to bring your digital equipment, off camera flash (if you have one), extra batteries, tripod, and a hunger for photography!
*This class is not for the advanced digital photographer who might already be creating images for a monetary value.
l What you'll learn:l Advanced lighting techniques (bounce lighting and how it works. Plus additional information on lighting equipment)l Tips and tricks for outdoor lighting (Sunny 16 Rule)l How to really create with a wide open aperture? Creating great images after the sun goes down.l Understanding your depth of field and how it relates with aperturesl Composition that makes or breaks your photosl Shooting in RAW and why it worksl How to create motion in your imagesl Photo shoot session with modelsl Catered lunch will be servedl In this session, if time allows, we will briefly introduce Photoshop Elements What you will walk away learning:
You will walk away with a deeper understanding of lighting, lighting techniques and composition. You will also gain a specific tip regarding the Sunny 16 Rule, which today is rarely taught. You will also have the opportunity to practice and tweak your skills on the same day, which gives us the opportunity to answer any questions you might have. Have something specific you want to learn? This is definitely the bootcamp session for you!
Every attendee will receive a workbook and a take away gift to help with your post session efforts.
**********Adobe Photoshop
We will be offering sessions in the following Photoshop programs. These bootcamps will be extremely intense and you will be provided with plenty of ink and paper to take notes. Additional information will be provided shortly.
Introduction to Adobe Photoshop Elements
Introduction to Adobe Photoshop CS2
YOU MUST BE PRE-REGISTERED FOR WORKSHOPS AND BOOTCAMPS
WE WILL NOT BE ABLE TO SEAT WALK-INS
Our boot camps are designed to provide you a learning time as well as hands-on-training to solidify the skills you are being taught. These 6-hour sessions, held on Saturdays, include lunch, a Q&A time to answer your specific questions, a workbook and take home gift. Each student will also receive 1-hour of free support time for any questions you have after taking our boot camp. A description of our boot camps are below. Please check our calendar to see when and where classes are being held. Classes will begin in June 2010.
*All boot camps are $225.00 unless otherwise indicated
**Dates subject to change
***Max: 5 People per boot camp session
