Intro to Photography

The two hour photography course is held generally held at Rosalind Park in Bendigo and includes the topics below and is a great for beginners or as a refresher. You’ll learn how to use your camera better, compose your shots better and get off auto mode!

As a bonus the first hour or so applies to your phone and some phone tips are explained and shown so you can always get that shot!

Topics covered

Camera talk

Anatomy of a camera,  How a camera works &  Common terms

Depth of field (DoF)

Achieve blurry backgrounds, What is Depth of Field

ISO

What is ISO & What is noise

Composition

Rules of thirds, Leading Lines & Angles/Perspective

Exposure

What is exposure, Metering & Exposure compensation

Technical

File formats, Memory cards & Filters

Lighting

Ideal conditions for shooting

Camera modes

Aperture priority, Shutter priority, Manual  & Other including Auto

Workshop Details

  • Typical class size of 6 (min of 2 to run) 

  • 2 hour duration

  • Notes included in price

  • Suitable for beginners or as a refresher

Requirements

  • No prior photography knowledge

  • A digital camera with manual/aperture or shutter option capability (most DSLR models).

  • Memory Card(s) - recommend at least a 2GB card

  • Any camera accessories you may have - i.e lenses, tripod, lens hood, filters etc.

  • Fully charged camera battery and spare if you have one

  • Your cameras manual - for referencing those hard to find features

Workshop costs

  • Group session - $70 per person

  • One on one session - $120

  • Gift vouchers are available for group sessions and one on one sessions and can be redeemed by getting in contact with me to organise a time that suits.

Sessions

Sessions are held in the Bendigo area near Rosalind Park, participants will be emailed specific location details once registered.

Please contact me to arrange a workshop or check for any upcoming sessions.