Photography Classes

Basic Photography Class

Thursday, October 5 - November 9, 6:00-7:20PM
$149 / 6 Classes

Instructor: John Engelman
Location: Victory Parkway Campus

So you bought a nice camera and you feel a bit overwhelmed with all of the buttons and dials. Today’s digital cameras seem overwhelmingly complex with many controls. In this course we spend plenty of time discussing camera operation and how to take advantage of the features provided but most importantly we explore what makes a good photograph. Subjects such as composition, selective focus, exposure, and lighting combined with a better understanding of camera controls can open a whole new world of image making and are the emphasis of this course. Each week includes appropriate assignments and you will be encouraged to share your images with the class. Students of all skill levels are welcome. A DSLR or an advanced point and shoot camera is suggested. The class features interactive demos and a field trip (weather permitting).

Portrait Lighting Class

Thursday, October 5 - November 9, 7:30-9:00PM
$149 / 6 Classes

Instructor: John Engelman
Location: Victory Parkway Campus

Learn advanced lighting skills to enhance your photographs of people. This class will explore the use of studio and natural lighting to create professional results when photographing friends, relatives, kids, or even pets. Whether you are an advanced amateur or a budding professional this class is designed to enhance your lighting skills. Learning to use studio flash and posing to create excellent quality portraits is the main object of this class. Lighting equipment is furnished, only a camera is required. If you have lighting equipment and would like to learn better how to use it you are welcome to bring it along. Class will consist of lectures and hands-on shooting in the classroom. After an introductory class week 1 students will be encouraged to bring subjects to photograph.