This is a 6 session course: Mondays, Mar 01 – Apr 05, 6–8pm.

This is a live online course using Zoom. Learn from a professional photographer and experienced online tutor. Class size: max 6. You will need:

– Internet connection. The classes work best with Chrome.

- A computer with microphone and camera (e.g. a PC/laptop/iMac/MacBook), or a tablet/iPad if you don't have a computer.

- Earphones/headphones/speakers.

- A digital camera which has manual settings for aperture and shutter speed.

I will contact you with joining instructions when you enrol.

Each session we will cover both technical and creative aspects of photography. From session 2, there will be feedback on images taken between sessions and practical ways to improve.

Session 1: ISO, exposure and colour basics, image size, and file types (JPEG or RAW). How to upload to and share images on Google Classroom, and how to get the best results from this online course.

Session 2: Apertures (f stops), focus, and depth of field. The basics of taking a good portrait.

Session 3: Shutter speed settings and movement. Taking photographs at night or in low light. Street photography.

Session 4: Photo composition, Colour settings, and Picture styles. Fill-in flash and using ambient light. Photographing objects and food.

Session 5: Using your camera in fully manual mode. Using different lenses or the zoom on your camera. Nature and urban environment.

Session 6: Revision of key topics. Group session looking at a selection of images taken on the course with individual feedback. Advice on what to do next.

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