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Beginner’s Guide to DSLR Photography - Learn Your Camera! (Self Paced Class)
Miss Jennie - Crochet, Painting, Jewelry, Business
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(47)
This 4 lesson Self Paced course course will teach your learner how to use the manual settings on their DSLR camera.
Class Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
Beginner Level
NOTE: Students MUST have a DSLR camera in order to participate in this course (Canon & Nikon both have many excellent models). This 4 lesson Self Paced course will teach students how to use the settings on their DSLR (digital single-lens reflex) camera. Do you have a "fancy" DSLR digital camera but have just been using the Auto setting? Don't be afraid of the manual settings anymore! You can do SO MUCH MORE with your camera when you know how to use all of its tools. In this course I will...
4 lessons//4 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Getting Started & Composition* How to hold your camera (yes, there is a "correct" way!) * Introduction to the Exposure Triangle * We will talk about exposure & how important light is in photography. * What is ISO & why might you want to adjust this setting? * What makes a good photo composition? Homework: Get to know your camera better. Experiment with the different tips & tools for composition that we went over in class. Submit several examples before the next week begins.Week 2Lesson 2Learning Aperture Priority Mode* The importance of proper focus. * We will be experimenting with your camera's Aperture Priority Mode. * What is aperture & how does it affect your photos? What is Depth of Field? Homework: Experiment with aperture. Submit several examples before the next week begins.Week 3Lesson 3Learning Shutter Priority Mode* We will be experimenting with your camera's Shutter Priority Mode. * What is shutter speed & how does it affect your photos? Homework: Experiment with shutter speed. Submit several examples before the next week begins.Week 4Lesson 4Learning Manual Mode* We will talk about how to take what we've learned so far and put it together to start using your camera in fully Manual mode!
- Students will learn how to improve their photos and how to use their DSLR camera's settings.
I have a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree as well as an Associates degree in Digital Photography. I have worked as a professional photographer doing both wedding/portrait photography & product photography. I also have previous experience teaching these skills in a fun, student focused way.
1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Homework
Frequency: includedFeedback: includedDetails: Each week students will be expected to use what they learned to take photos. They will be expected to have samples to share at the beginning of the next lesson.
* Students MUST have a DSLR camera in order to participate in this course (Canon & Nikon both have many excellent models). * Please also bring a copy of your camera manual or find access to it online. This will be very helpful, because every camera model is slightly different when it comes to buttons & menus.
Joined July, 2022
4.9
47reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Ball State University
I am an artist, crafter, geek & dreamer. I have been creating for my entire life & don't feel complete without it! I believe that you don't have to be an "artist" to enjoy creativity in your life, & my dream is to spread this joy to everyone...
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Self-Paced Class
$17
weekly or $65 for all content4 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks of teacher support
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1 year of access to the content
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Ages: 13-18
