Chris Schaeffer will be teaching Basic Digital Photography classes this summer

Basic Digital Photography - Class # 1

NOTE - This class is made up of two Sessions (plus an OPTIONAL photo safari, see below)-

DATES - Thursday, June 17, 2010 & Thursday, June 24, 2010

TIMES -   7pm-9:30pm

COST - $100 which includes two 2.5 hour sessions and a Digital Photography book

CLASS SIZE - Maximum 8 Students to assure adequate hands on teaching and interaction

INTENDED PARTICIPANTS- Beginning digital photographers with Point and Shoot or SLR Cameras (the large "Single Lens Reflex" Cameras that have interchangeable lenses)

CLASS CONTENT - Basic Syllabus...

1. What is a Digital Image? How does it differ from a film image?
2. Digital Workflow - How do I get the image out of my camera and into my hands?
3. Basic Camera Settings - automatic vs. manual vs. "scene settings"
4. Basic Photographic Composition - the rule of thirds
5. Affordable Methods of Printing Photos - which local labs have proven reliable and affordable
6. How do I SAVE my photos? The art of backing up one's precious memories...
7. A Discussion on Computers and photo software ( recommendations on free and affordable software programs)
8. Some tips and techniques for getting excellent results from point and shoot digital cameras
9. Cropping tips
10. On the second day we will bring 10 favorite 4x6 images and make note cards (with envelopes) that you will take home  and then send out to friends & family to show your new found skills!

OPTIONAL  - PHOTO SAFARI TO THE NATIONAL ARBORETUM - Friday June 18, 2011, 6pm, weather permitting - we will meet there

Sign-Up HERE