Intermediate Digital SLR Photography Wednesday Night Class:
"Great course - I really enjoyed the hands-on
shooting excercises and I am confident using my digital
camera gear now."
"This course has been the best photography class
I have ever taken - a perfect combination of lectures,
hands-on shooting exercises, critiques and technical advice.
And the best value in the City as well. Thanks Marc!"
In
this new in-depth and hands-on Course you will learn how
to take your digital SLR camera skills to the next level!
If you have taken VPW's Introduction to Digital Photography
course or comparable Basic Digital Photography Class,
this is the next logical step to advance your skills.
Have you ever thought about how much you could improve your photography if only you really understood all the powerful functions of your digital SLR camera equipment?
Are you looking for specific digital workflow tips and
techniques to improve speed, ease, confidence and control
over your images?
How about learning to photograph in the studio, using
professional lighting equipment?
We'll even teach you powerful Adobe Photoshop, Bridge
and Lightroom techniques to advance your skills in the
digital darkroom.
This is the only course
offered in Vancouver to take students all the way from
digital capture to the final image and print. You'll learn
about the entire digital workflow, not just parts of it.
Regardless of which camera model and brand, this Course
will answer all your questions and make you feel comfortable
and in control of the equipment you are using. Class size
is strictly limted to 14 students only, so lots of one-on-one
time will be spent to answer YOUR questions! The hands-on
focus will have you working closely with the instructor,
as he takes you through a variety of shooting excercises
in our studio. Pick up valuable lighting techniques, learn
how to work with your camera in a variety of shooting
locations and conditions, even have the opportunity to
print your favorites shot(s) and learn valuable Photoshop,
Bridge and Lightroom skills.
To read testimonials left by our
students click
here.
Remeber to register early to receive
10% discount of regular tuition fees!
DETAILED
COURSE AGENDA
Week 1:
Lecture: Review of basic digital camera functions,
custom white balance, selecting ISO, lens choice,
metering techniques, and advanced depth-of-field control
Week 2:
Photo Fieldtrip: Practice and re-affirm camera handling
skills, metering techiques, lens choices, perspective
and depth-of-field. HDR shooting demonstration (to
improve the dynamic range in your photographs) and
assignment.
Week 3:
Review and critique of images created on the fieldtrip.
Lecture: using Adobe Bridge to manage, edit and
process your images. Topics covered will include:
fine-tuning exposure (including using the new HDR
feature), raw file and conversion workflow, automating
tasks using the image processor, actions, droplets
and batching.
Week 4:
Lecture: Using your DSLR in the studio. Introduction
to selected studio lighting equipment and techniques
for photographing still-life.
Week 5:
Workshop: Photographing still-life in the studio.
Students bring a variety of subjects and use lighting
equipment and techniques introduced the week before.
Week 6:
Review and critique of students still-life images.
Workshop: Photographing people in the studio. Portraiture
lighting setups will be demonstrated. Learn how
to work with your DSLR tethered to a computer, using
Adobe Bridge and Lightroom.
Week 7:
Workshop: Students work with models in the studio,
using the techniques introduced the week before.
Week 8:
Photoshop techniques for editing and adjusting your
images, including making selections, quick mask,
healing and smart sharpening.
Week 9:
Special Effects & Film-like Imagery: How to
achieve the look of various film stocks, Black and
white conversion and infrared effects, cross processing,
solarization and more...
Week 10:
Open printing session in our digital lab with access
to our wide-format Epson 4800 printer. Each student
can print images while we discuss output options,
fine-art printing, CMYK conversions, web galleries,
portfolios and more
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NOTES:
This course is designed for
students with Digital SLR Cameras only.
Prerequisite:
Basic Digital Photography Course or equivalent knowledge
strongly suggested.
Register early as class size is strictly
limited to 14 students only.
Register before April 2nd 2008 and receive a 10% Discount.
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| Session 1 Through 10 (meeting
once weekly on Wednesday's for a period of 10 weeks): |
Date:
April 23th, 2008 |
Time:
7:00pm – 10:00pm |
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Instructor/
Speaker:
Marc Koegel / Syx Langeman
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Tuition: $450
Level / Enrollment:
Basic Digital Photography or equivalent/ 14 Participants
Costs Include:
Detailed course notes in binder and instruction on the use
of your personal digital camera. All lighting equipment
and professional models when shooting in a professional
studio setting as part of this course.
Equipment Needed:
Digital SLR camera with at
least 1 lens.
Optional : Laptop
Early Registration Discount:
Register before April 2nd and
get 10% off tuition fees.
Membership Discounts:
Member Price available to CAPIC and PPABC members. You will
be required to show your valid membership card.
Sponsors:
Flash
Point Rentals of Vancouver is providing us with state-of-the-art
strobe equipment to be used when shooting in our studio.
Jett
Models of Vancouver will provide us with professional
Models for this course
Marc
Koegel is a local fine art photographer, educator,
writer and director of Vancouver Photo Workshops LTD. His
black and white landscapes, nudes and architecture photographs
have been widely exhibited in Vancouver and abroad.