Learn the basics of Digital SLRs, how they work and what you can do to improve your photographs. This course is suitable for anyone who has a Digital SLR camera and wants to take control of the image making process.Take your digital images to the next level with basic Photoshop techniques. Create a portfolio of images based around your favourite subject.
Module 1: Beginners Photography – A Guide to Digital SLR
• Understand the different controls available on the D-SLR.
• Understand the basics of lighting in the natural environment.
• Understand basic composition.
Module 2: Intermediate Photography – Advancing the Digital SLR Experience
• Understand the advanced features of the D-SLR.
• Understand how to take full control of exposure.
Module 3: Digital Photography – Photoshop Basics
• Understand the basic operation of Photoshop when related to D-SLR photography.
• Understand photo manipulation.
• Understand the basics of colour, profiles, calibration and printing.
Module 4: Digital Photography – Creating a Portfolio
• Understand how to create a portfolio.
• Produce a self-directed portfolio.
• Understand the importance of an online presence in today’s modern world of digital photography.
Teacher: Paul Daly
Day: Thursday
Start Time for First Class: 6.30pm
Materials Fee: Nil
Required: Your own digital SLR camera.
Pathways: This course is ideal preparation for Year 12 Hagley Photography courses.
- Animation Studies – Level 2/3
- Life Drawing
- Digital Art Design – Level 2
- Mixed Media Art
- Digital SLR Photography – Beginners
- Digital Photography – Level 2
- Photoshop
