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Photography for Beginners: Taught by a Professional!

Come learn the basics of portrait and landscape photography, using any camera you have, from a real photographer. We will also learn some editing programs and techniques that can help create your masterpieces.
Savannah Gilmore
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4.8
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What's included

3 live meetings
2 hrs 15 mins in-class hours
Homework
1-2 hours per week. included

Class Experience

US Grade 6 - 9
Beginner - Intermediate Level
About the Class:
This class is to be a great place to share, grow and learn the art of photography. This class is designed to be a summer camp style class, where students can come, enjoy being creative, and learn how to grow that creativity and skill. I use a variety of videos information, and examples to share and teach this information. The class is meant to be interactive and let students share and grow! 

About the Teacher:
 I have been a photographer for over a year, and love what I do. In addition to teaching, I run a photography business. I have taken my share of portraits and landscapes, and edited hundreds of pieces. I also have a Marketing Master's Degree and ran a marketing and logo department for a few companies before becoming a teacher. 

You can find the layout for class in the syllabus. But here is a quick run-down. 

Class Topic Layout:

Class 1 - We will discuss basics of photography, each student's camera and what functions they have. We will learn about angles, distance, photography terms (ISO, Aperture, and Shutter Speed).
Task: Take a photo using the terms we discussed if your camera allows. If not, take two different photos. 

Class 2 - I will discuss my favorite editing tools, programs, and settings. I will also show them some options and we will discuss which looks better and why. 
Task: They will edit their two photos from the previous week.

Class 3 - This class will allow students to share their final photo with edits and share why they chose it and how they edited it. they will then get to give insight on each other, view some of mine, and ask any final questions. 




Refund and Pause Policy: 

1.  If a makeup class is set by me due to a change on my end, you will not receive a refund. You can access recordings and all resources. 
3.   I will not refund or move students within 48 hours of the start of class. If you ask on the day of class or after, no refund will be given.

Syllabus

3 Lessons
over 1 Week
Lesson 1:
Intro to Photography
 We will discuss basics of photography, each student's camera and what functions they have. We will learn about angles, distance, photography terms (ISO, Aperture, and Shutter Speed).

Task: Take a photo using the terms we discussed if your camera allows. If not, take two different photos. 

One should have a close-up item with a background not as clear, meaning that the focus is on the item in the front. 
Second, should be of a landscape outdoor site. They can take a walk to find this one. 
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
How to Capture the Best Photo
 I will discuss my favorite editing tools, programs, and settings. I will also show them some options and we will discuss which looks better and why. 

Task: They will edit their two photos from the previous week in any programs I shared. I do list some FREE programs and many phones have editing tools built in. I give many options for all learners. They will choose one photo and write a little paragraph about it following my guide. 
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
How to Edit Your Photos
 This class will allow students to share their final photo with edits and share why they chose it and how they edited it. they will then get to give insight on each other, view some of mine, and ask any final questions. 
45 mins online live lesson

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Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined March, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Oklahoma Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Master's Degree in Education from Kaplan University
Bachelor's Degree from Ashford University
I am a certified teacher, but I also run my own photography business. I also have a Master's Degree in Marketing. 

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$25

for 3 classes
3x per week, 1 week
45 min

Live video meetings
Ages: 11-15
5-16 learners per class

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