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All classes are $149 for 3 hours of instruction & satisfaction is Guaranteed.

All classes begin with determining your level of knowledge and what you hope to learn. Classes consist of an instructional period, then picture taking, more instruction, more picture taking, a summary session followed by questions and answers and help with your individual equipment if desired.

The instructor has taught 10 year olds to senior citizens and a wide range of skill, knowledge and experience levels.

Intro Class

How a camera works: it’s very simple

F this and f that: All the numbers made simple

What makes a proper exposure & how to get it every time

Rules of thumb: the easiest decisions to make are the ones that are made for you.

Facts about film and why digital photographers need to understand them.

Basic Composition

Basics of Flash Usage

Post Processing Basics

Intermediate

The Basics Reviewed

What makes a proper exposure & how to get it every time
Aperture
Shutter Speed
ASA / ISO

More Depth on Composition

More Depth on Flash Usage

More Depth on Post Processing

The Zone System for digital: Why it worked then and why it works now

Light: The most important element of a great photograph

Advanced

Overview of Basics & Intermediate

Depth of Field

The Zone System for digital

Exposure Range and How to Extend it

Pre-visualization: Seeing the final image before you go click

Advanced Photoshop techniques to improve your images