** Olympics Scheduling**
Please note: All our 10 Week classes starting in January will have a two week break Feb. 12th-28th to accommodate the 2010 Olympics. Classes will resume March 1st. We are also offering a condensed 5 week version of our Introductory Course for those who wish to be finished before the Olympics. It will run twice weekly on Tues & Thurs nights.
This 10 week course is for everybody looking for a great introduction to the fascinating world of digital photography.
Learn all about your digital camera, starting at the basics of its operation to using it effectively and with confidence in any kind of shooting situation. Getting your pictures off your camera as well as basic image manipulation and a variety of output (printing) options will be addressed.
Your skilled Instructor will also teach you basic photography concepts, such as exposure calculation, depth-of-field, effective composition guidelines and how to use your flash effectively. You will have the opportunity to practice your newly acquired skills during field trips and a full scale studio shooting session with professional models.
With a strong emphasize on practical hands-on shooting exercises, this course will make you feel in complete control over your digital camera equipment. In-depth review and critique sessions are held to give you valuable and encouraging feedback.
Session 1 :
Lecture: Introduction to Digital Cameras and their basic functions, ISO and file formats, white balance, differences to film, advantages and shortcomings of digital.
Session 2 :
Understanding image capture modes and exposure tools, EV compensation and intro to histogram - demo and workshop.
Session 3 :
Metering methods, reading a histogram, using manual mode, greycards, white balance - demo and workshop. Review last weeks images
Session 4:
Creative uses for aperture and shutter, depth of field and motion, lenses and characteristics - demo. Review last weeks images
Session 5 :
Composition guidelines - rule of thirds, texture, color, point of view and seeing in shapes and forms. Parameters and image optimizing and digital technology. Review last weeks images
Session 6 (weekend 3 hr day trip, discussed in class):
Photo Field Trip to Yaletown and the waterfront: Bring your camera . Practical exercises and refining composition and camera control.
Session 7 :
Review field trip images, introduction to on camera flash.
Session 8 :
Photo Field Trip to Granville Island - Night Photography. Bring your tripod.
Session 9 :
Photographing people in the studio, using continuous light sources and strobe. Explore your creativity, learn how to pose and build rapport.
Session 10:
Review images, demo on resizing for the web, overview of printing and color profiles.
Level:
Beginner/General Interest. No previous photography experience required.
Enrollment:
Maximum 14 participants.
Equipment Needed:
Bring your camera (must have manual controls) and at least 1 lens.
Optional: additional lenses, camera flash and tripod.
We Provide:
Detailed course notes in binder.
All lighting equipment and professional models when shooting in a professional studio setting as part of this course.
Early-Bird Discount:
A 10% discount is applied automatically if you register before the Early-Bird Discount deadline date listed in the registration table below.
CAPIC & PPABC Members:
A 5% discount is available to CAPIC and PPABC members when registering online. Please be prepared to show your membership cards on the first day of your workshop.
Group Discount:
A 5% discount will be appplied if 3 or more people register at the same time for the same workshop. (All 3 tuitions must be paid for by one credit card to be considered a group registration.) Please follow the instructions on the online registration page.
In order to provide the best learning environment possible VPW keeps class sizes limited to 12-15 people (depending on the workshop). This is but one reason that we count on you to attend your chosen class, once you have registered for it.
If you must withdraw for any reason please be aware of our refund policy as follows:
For our local workshops, 1 to 5 days in length and our Local 10 Week Courses, VPW requires 15 days written notice (before the workshop start date) of your withdrawal in order to provide a refund. (Email notice is acceptable.)
If you wish to transfer to a different workshop date VPW requires 7 days written notice.
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"I would like to thank you for doing such a great job teaching the Introduction to Digital Photography class. I am extremely happy with everything that was covered. It exceeded my expectations."
"Great course - I really enjoyed the hands-on shooting exercises and I am confident using my digital camera gear now."
"What a great Introduction to Digital Photography! Fun class, instructor and day trips. Info well delivered.
I will sign up for the next program, I was so impressed!"
The Introduction to Digital SLR Photography Course is taught by the following instructors:
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Please choose your instructor and workshop date from the registration table below.