Photography

The Introduction to DSLR and Mirrorless Photography course provides a foundational understanding of digital photography, specifically focusing on DSLR and mirrorless cameras. Whether you're a beginner or an enthusiast looking to enhance your skills, this course will help you move out of “auto” mode and take control over your camera by selecting the best possible settings for the type of subjects you enjoy photographing.  You’ll also learn more about your camera’s basic settings, how to determine which settings are best to use in a variety of situations, and how to improve your current shooting skills.  If you are struggling to ­­­­understand your digital camera or just wishing that you could take better photos, this is the class for you! Bring your DSLR or Mirrorless Camera for a hands-on learning experience.  Instructor:  Kenda Lentz

Key topics covered in this course include:

Camera Fundamentals: Gain a solid understanding of DSLR and mirrorless cameras, including aperture, shutter speed, ISO, and white balance. Learn to navigate menus, utilize shooting modes, and adjust settings for different scenarios.

Exposure and Light: Master the principles of exposure, including the exposure triangle, and its impact on image brightness, depth of field, and motion blur. Explore techniques to control and manipulate light.

Composition and Framing: Learn the art of composition, including the rule of thirds, leading lines, symmetry, and balance, to enhance visual impact and storytelling.

Focus and Depth of Field: Discover techniques to achieve sharp focus and control depth of field. Explore autofocus modes, manual focus, and hyperfocal distance.

The Advanced DSLR/Mirrorless Photography course is designed for experienced photographers who want to elevate their skills to a professional level using DSLR or mirrorless cameras. This comprehensive course delves into advanced techniques and creative strategies, empowering you to capture exceptional images and expand your photographic expertise.

Throughout the course, you will deepen your understanding of the technical aspects of DSLR or mirrorless cameras and explore advanced creative techniques to enhance your visual storytelling. You will learn to push the boundaries of your equipment, overcome lighting and composition challenges, and produce outstanding photographs in various genres. Bring your DSLR or Mirrorless Camera for a hands-on learning experience. Instructor: Kenda Lentz

Key topics covered in this course include:

1. Advanced Exposure Control: Dive into advanced exposure techniques, including exposure compensation, manual mode, and metering modes. Learn to master challenging lighting situations, such as high contrast, backlighting, and low-light conditions.

2. Creative Composition: Expand your compositional skills and experiment with advanced techniques to create visually impactful photographs. Explore concepts like visual balance, framing, negative space, and dynamic perspectives to tell compelling visual stories.

3. Advanced Focus Techniques: Learn to achieve precise focus in complex scenarios, including moving subjects, shallow depth of field, and macro photography. Discover advanced autofocus modes, focus tracking, and manual focus techniques to capture sharp and engaging images.

4. Lighting Mastery: Explore advanced lighting techniques, both natural and artificial, to enhance your photographs. Learn to work with off-camera flash, modifiers, and reflectors to create dramatic lighting effects and control the mood and atmosphere of your images.

5. Advanced Lens Selection: Understand the characteristics and capabilities of different lenses for specific genres of photography. Understand the use of prime lenses, telephoto lenses, wide-angle lenses, and specialty lenses to achieve desired perspectives and visual effects.

6. Genre-Specific Photography: Explore various genres of photography, including landscape, portrait, street, wildlife, and more. Gain insights into location scouting, capturing decisive moments, and creating impactful series of images.