Beginner’s Photography Class

The beginner’s photography class is designed to familiarize students with their camera and its basic functions. Students will explore how these functions work together to create their ideal image.

WHO SHOULD TAKE THIS CLASS

Perfect for those who dabble in photography as a hobby or aspiring students who want to build a solid foundation before starting their creative journey.

TIME INVESTMENT

The studio will open at 9:00 am. The class will start from 9:00 am to 11:30 pm.

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR

John Armitage is a master photographer with over 30+ years of experience in high-end digital imagery, product photography, photo branding, and post-production work. His love for what he does shines through with extensive knowledge of his craft and desire to pass down his knowledge to the next generation of photographers.

SYLLABUS: BEGINNERS PHOTOGRAPHY CLASS

Brief History of Photography

• The Great Masters
• Processes

Film vs. Digital

• What is the camera? From pinhole to large format cameras.
• How the medium has changed and how it has remained the same

What are the principal mechanisms of the camera?

• Film speed
• Shutter speed
• Aperture

Primary and secondary functions of the camera’s mechanisms

• Primary function
• Secondary function

Understand how the camera meters.

• Middle gray
• Gray card
• Color checker

Light color and temperature

• Daylight
• Tungsten
• Kelvin degree

Digital camera functions

• Aperture priority
• Shutter priority
• Manual

Lighting

• Ambient light
• Flash/strobe lighting

Tips for better photographs

• Exposure rules
• Composition
• Looking through your camera or not
• Assignments

Recap and questions