Photography Course - Learn Digital Photography - 8 Weeks

Photography Course - Learn Digital Photography - 8 Weeks

Code: SWK893
  1. Valid for 12 months
  2. Free exchange

So you have got your hands on a new digital SLR camera and are ready to go out and capture the best of what you see. Come and learn how to take high quality digital images on this 'hands-on' practical digital photography course - whether you are new to photography or making the transition from film.

Digital imaging provides a sharp learning curve due largely to its convenience, cost effectiveness and creative flexibility. During this learn digital photography course, 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 the 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 new medium as you take full manual control of your camera.

During this course you will attend our boutique photography studio for 8 x 2 hour sessions. Sunday afternoon, on week 5 of your workshop there is a 3 hour field trip which covers daylight, sunset and night photography. This is in addition to the studio demonstrations and practicals and will allow you to learn new skills as you shoot. On the final week we examine the best of your imagery in a stunning digital slide show accompanied by music, canapes, champagne, beer, wine and soft drinks. We then unwind and say farewell.

Topics covered include:

  • Digital Cameras and Accessories
  • How Digital Works
  • Shutter Speed
  • Light Metering
  • Aperture
  • Taking Control of Your Camera Manually
  • Files, Memory & Lenses
  • Converting files for Internet and Printing
  • Light Sensitivity, White Balance & Flash
  • Basic Manipulation Techniques

Bring your digital camera with you. All course notes and refreshments included in the course fee.

Please note: This course is not recommended for compact cameras without full manual capability.

This experience voucher is valid for 12 months from date of purchase.

Venue:

Alexandria, Sydney. Locations for photo shoots: The Rocks, CBD and the studio.

Session Length

Commencing 7pm to 9pm various week nights for 8 weeks, For term dates throughout the year, please consult our availability dates section for the start date of the next course.

Available Dates:


Location Date Availability
NSW Monday, 30 Apr 2012 Spaces
NSW Tuesday, 1 May 2012 Spaces
NSW Wednesday, 2 May 2012 Spaces
NSW Thursday, 3 May 2012 Spaces
NSW Friday, 4 May 2012 Full
NSW Monday, 25 Jun 2012 Spaces
NSW Tuesday, 26 Jun 2012 Spaces
NSW Wednesday, 27 Jun 2012 Spaces
NSW Thursday, 28 Jun 2012 Spaces
NSW Monday, 20 Aug 2012 Spaces
NSW Tuesday, 21 Aug 2012 Spaces
NSW Wednesday, 22 Aug 2012 Spaces
NSW Thursday, 23 Aug 2012 Spaces
NSW Monday, 15 Oct 2012 Spaces
NSW Tuesday, 16 Oct 2012 Spaces
NSW Wednesday, 17 Oct 2012 Spaces
NSW Thursday, 18 Oct 2012 Spaces

Last updated on 6 February 2012.

These dates are guidelines only and are subject to daily change.

We suggest you only purchase a voucher for one of the dates listed above if you plan to redeem your voucher and book the date today.

Guidelines:

Suitable for complete beginners or amateurs. This course is not recommended for compact cameras without full manual capability.

Numbers:

Our workshop numbers are restricted to a maximum of 16 to ensure personal attention. Group bookings are welcome. We happily take group bookings. Why not get a bunch of friends or colleagues and share this unique experience?

Weather:

This workshop is indoors except for the Field Trip. Should it rain on the day of the Field Trip you will need to bring wet weather gear and dress accordingly.

Other Info:

Your tutor is a working professional photographer with years of industry experience

Map

The map below gives you the location of this experience to allow you to plan.

Exact location, directions and meeting place will be available to you once you have booked your experience

RedBalloon Team Reviews

  • Reviewer: Vashti
    March 26 2010

    This digital photography course is one of the most informative, fun, rewarding things I've done in a long time. If you've got a digital SLR and you want to know how to use it properly, you simply can't go past this eight-week photography course in Sydney. With comprehensive classes and an exciting, hands-on field trip, you can't get much better if you're looking to be a truly happy snapper.

Reviews

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    Reviewer: Amy
    June 21 2011

    Course was very informative

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