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Digital SLR Photography

description

 

Designed for beginners - this photography course is run in the evenings:

1 night per week for 8 weeks plus a 3 hour Field Trip

 

Do you want to finally take control of your digital SLR camera?

Want to learn all about shutter speed, aperture, light metering and all of the technical stuff but to be creative as well?

Come and learn from the professionals and find out why our workshops book out!

If you are beginner with a digital SLR camera and you want to take high quality digital images for yourself or work, then this is the photography course for you.

Digital imaging provides a sharp learning curve due largely to its convenience, cost effectiveness and creative flexibility. We explain the intricacies of the digital world in plain English, leaving you confident with your newly acquired technical and artistic skills. You will leave this photography course competent to shoot anything from products and portraits to landscapes or whichever genre you choose.

Understanding your digital camera and unravelling your creative ability all at once, you will learn all the fundamentals of this exciting medium.

On the 5th week of your workshop there is a 3 hour field trip late on the Sunday afternoon which covers daylight, sunset and night photography in addition to the studio demonstrations and practicals, allowing you to learn as you shoot.

On the final week we examine the best of your imagery in a stunning digital slide show accompanied by music, canapés, champagne, beer, wine and softdrinks where we unwind and say farewell.

This workshop is for students with digital cameras that have capablity of shooting in manual mode. This is a 'hands-on' practical and fun photography course whether you are new to photography or making the transition from film.

 

FEE: $395 

 

Please click on the 'tabs' above for further details, including requirements and dates for this workshop

Also check out the 'galleries' tab for images taken by past students of this workshop.

details

 

Basic overview of some of the topics:

 

  • Introduction to the digital camera & equipment
  • Taking full control of your camera
  • Shutter speed & working with movement
  • Aperture & controlling depth
  • Accurate & creative exposure techniques
  • Using the histogram
  • Understanding white balance
  • Composition
  • Low light & night photography 
  • Working with flash 
  • Workflow techniques & pro tips
  • Converting files for internet & printing
  • Storytelling techniques


This workshop is $395 for 19hrs Tuition

 

 

Your fee includes the following:

 

  • Professional Photographer for 19 hours tuition
  • Workbook with detailed notes / notepad
  • Light refreshments available throughout the evening (includes water, tea & coffee)
  • Final night visual review catered with canapés, champagne, beer, wine and softdrinks
  • Studio equipment for demonstrations
  • 3 hour photographic expedition field trip with comprehensive demonstrations throughout
  • SPW Student Discount Card offering discounts from a variety of retailers and preferred suppliers


N.B. Classes are run subject to acquiring minimum numbers

MAXIMUM NO. OF STUDENTS PER CLASS IS 14

 

THIS WORKSHOP IS HELD AT OUR STUDIO AT 7 MITCHELL ROAD, ALEXANDRIA, NSW, 2015

requirements

 

No prior photography knowledge is needed for this photography course.

Not recommended for compact cameras without full manual mode.

 

You will need:

  • A digital SLR or any other camera with full manual capability
  • Memory Card(s)
  • Any camera accessories you may have - i.e: tripod, lens hood, etc.
  • Fully charged camera battery and spare if you have one
  • Your cameras manual - for referencing those hard to find features
  • Any prints or shots you wish to discuss (even those on disk or USB storage device)

 

Note: A tripod and lens hood are strongly recommended. If you do not already have these you should consider purchasing them at your earliest convenience as they are an essential part of any good photography kit. Using your SPW Student Discount Card will get you great discounts with our preferred suppliers.

dates

 

Beginner evening Workshops:  7pm-9pm - 1 night weekly for 8 weeks PLUS 3 hour field trip

 

2010  INTAKES

 

Intake Mondays Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays Field Trip
1 FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL
2 FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL
3 FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL
4 FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL
5 FULL 12 Oct - 30 Nov 13 Oct - 1 Dec 14 Oct - 2 Dec 14 Nov

 

If you apply for a workshop that is full we can place you on a waitlist and we'll call you should anyone defer or cancel

 

2011  INTAKES 

  

Intake Mondays Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays Field Trip
1 28 Feb - 18 Apr 1 Mar - 19 Apr 2 Mar - 20 Apr 3 Mar - 21 Apr 3 Apr
2 2 May - 20 Jun 3 May - 21 Jun 4 May - 22 Jun 5 May - 23 Jun 5 Jun
3 27 Jun - 15 Aug 28 Jun - 16 Aug 29 Jun - 17 Aug 30 Jun - 18 Aug 31 Jul
4 22 Aug - 10 Oct 23 Aug - 11 Oct 24 Aug - 12 Oct 25 Aug - 13 Oct 25 Sep
5 17 Oct - 5 Dec 18 Oct - 6 Dec 19 Oct - 7 Dec 20 Oct - 8 Dec 20 Nov

 

If you apply for a workshop that is full we can place you on a waitlist and we'll call you should anyone defer or cancel

galleries

2010 Intake 1 - The Top 30
2010 Intake 2 - The Top 30
2010 Intake 3 - The Top 30