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Manual DSLR Photography 101 for Teens
Explore how to use shutter speed, aperture, and ISO in order to make creative choices and take more compelling photos. Work in a small group to go in-depth into the science and art of manual photography!
Katherine Causbie - Photography
1034 total reviews for this teacher
42 reviews for this class
Completed by 181 learners
13-18
year olds
3-6
learners per class
$130
Charged upfront
$26 per class
Meets 1x per week
Over 5 weeks
60 minutes per class
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Description
Class Experience
🌻 This 101 class runs often in its "camp" form (5 days in one week) during June, July, and August + December and January: https://outschool.com/classes/manual-dslr-photography-101-for-teens-camp-version-HoOG0ugW 🌻 The content of this 101 class is also included in the 10 week 101+201, which runs more often. If the schedule for the 101 doesn't work for you, please check out the combo class: https://outschool.com/classes/manual-dslr-photography-101-+-201-for-teens-rgGyKQFd 🔐 This class is...
- Students will learn how aperture, shutter speed, and ISO work together to create a photograph. Students will also learn how to use these settings to create photographs. - Students will be able to apply and describe the principles of effective photograph composition. - Students will learn to speak about their work with pride, and share it with the group. - Students will practice the vocabulary and concepts covered in class through positive and technical discussion of everyone's photos each week. - Students will create mini-portfolios around a personally-selected visual goal in a final project. - Each class, students will expand their knowledge of the possibilities of photography, through learning about a the work of a specific photographer from history
I hold a BA in Studio Art/Photography and Psychology, and am trained both as a photographer and as a Montessori assistant teacher. As an educator I have experience teaching children pre-K through high school.
Photography projects will be assigned each week. Projects are set up to encourage discovery, experimentation, and exploration, and help facilitate the photography learning process of applying what is covered in the lesson. The following class, each student will turn in their work to share and discuss their experience and any questions around the assignment. They will also share positive feedback with each other as a way to practice the language around the new terms and concepts. Small class sizes ensure plenty of 1:1 support and discussion of each student's work.
1 file available upon enrollmentAll learners will need: #1 A DSLR camera and lens, or other camera with a manual exposure mode to adjust the settings for aperture, shutter speed, and ISO. (Make sure you have a memory card and battery + charger, too!) #2 The means to upload the photos to a computer, tablet, or cellphone with an internet connection and web browser. For example, with a cable for the camera or a memory card reader. Please make sure your learner can upload photos to the device prior to class, so they are ready to complete your projects and focus on learning how to use their camera. If you are unsure if your camera has a manual exposure mode, you can check the camera instruction manual, or feel free to message me! A film SLR camera could also be used, but the photos must be scanned to digital files, and with developing time learners would have less time to complete the projects each week. Many introductory DSLR cameras are available for relatively low cost used or new. Examples: - Nikon D3400 or D3500 - Nikon D5500 or D5600 - Nikon D7000, D7100, D7200, D7500 - Canon Rebel T8i / 350D - Canon Rebel T7 / 2000D - Canon Rebel T6 / 1300D - Canon Rebel SL3 / 250D - Canon Rebel T100v/ 4000D (Canon camera with lowest recommended retail price) A few old edition options that are still great to get started with learning manual mode on a budget: - Nikon D3000, D3100, D3200, D3300 (old versions of D3500) - Nikon D5000, D5100, D5200, D5300 (old versions of D5600) - Nikon D70s, D70, D80, D90 (old versions of D7000) - Nikon D40, D40x, D50, D60 (old versions of D3000 and D5000 series) - any older Canon Rebel
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
1 hour per week in class, and an estimated 1 - 2 hours per week outside of class.
Some photographers and/or photo theorists who we learn about may have photography work or analysis that involves nudity and themes of sexuality, much like you might encounter in an exhibit at an art museum or in fashion photography. We will not explore these in class, but there is the possibility that students come upon them during further research. External Resources Details: Dropbox File Requests and/or Padlet are used to submit work, no sign in is required. Pinterest is used for project inspiration and examples, no sign in is required. International Center for Photography Artist Info Pages are used for additional resources, no sign in is required.
Teacher
Katherine Causbie - PhotographyTiered Fine Art Photography Courses: Fostering Visual Literacy and Creative Voice
1034 total reviews
840 completed classes
About Me
Hello! I am a teacher on Outschool who loves to share artistic photography and human-animal psychology classes! My goal is to offer high-quality learning experiences that support curiosity, inspiration, and understanding. All classes are held...
