Dates/Booking/Terms
Beginners Portrait Photography Course
1 Day Course - 10:00am -4pm
Must have a DSLR Camera
Must understand the basics of exposure, aperture, shutter speed and ISO
Ideally will have a zoom lens (50mm+) or 50mm prime
How you will learn
Alan is passionate about photography and a qualified photography tutor. He will engage you in discussion and be more than willing to answer as many questions as possible on the night.
Alan will use Powerpoint to explain concepts/topics, followed by practical break-out sessions to turn theory into practice where applicable.
You will be encouraged to ask questions and engage throughout so come prepared to ask any question you need an answer to.
You will be provided with a comprehensive topic notes to take away and use for future reference
You will be given assignments to help you cement the theory learned and raise any questions/issues with Alan to clarify.
You will get the camera out in class and follow various scenarios and settings to help cement the understanding of camera operation.
This 1-Day beginner's portraits course is for those who wish to learn or improve on there understanding and execution of:
Lighting
Exposure
Camera Settings
Composition
Equipment needed
Time:
1-Day Course 9 am to 5 pm (1hr lunch break approx 12:30 pm
Please allow yourself 15mins for parking and being ready to start on time.
Places
Places x 6
In order for a class to go ahead, there must be a minimum of three clients booked for that particular date. Should there be insufficient interest, alternative dates will be offered.
Cost
If you are interested in spreading the cost of a number of events (courses/workshops/tuition service) over a 12 month period, interest-free, take a look at my Pick n Mix Plans. You will receive a discount on this course cost and any other events you choose as part of a 12-month photography tuition package Minimum commitment is £43 a month (£525pa).
Terms
Please read my terms and conditions before booking as you will be bound by them upon receipt of money paid.
Cancellation less than 4wks prior to event date - no refund
No show on the event - loss of place/money
Rebooking fee applies for changing the class date if less than 4 weeks before the event date or for re-booking a missed class.
Description/Content
Description
Lighting - Learn about flash and fixed lighting
Exposure - Learn about applying Aperture, Shutter and ISO for the moment
Camera Settings - White Balance, Focusing, Metering and Drive Mode
Composition - Framing, recognising visual clues, controlling the intention
Equipment needed - lights, lens, gear
Difficulty/Equipment
Beginners - Aimed at:
Novices and beginners who wish to learn the basics of camera operation and composing shots
No prior knowledge required, however, you will be expected to have a basic understanding about Aperture, Shutter and ISO before attending. If not, attend the Get off Auto class first.
Included with the class
Comprehensive course booklet/notes
Tea & Coffee during the break half-way through
Equipment needed
You will need to bring your camera, it’s manual (if you have one)
Ideally a zoom lens 50mm + or 50mm prime lens
Notepaper and pen
Further Classes/Courses
This beginners portrait course is the perfect start. Most people continue onto the Beginners Lightroom Course and combine this with workshops and/or private tuition.
Location
Location - Coventry
17A Spon Street, Coventry
Parking is Pay and Display Or Skydome Multi-Storey Car Park, 15 Croft Rd, Coventry, CV1 3LD
Sat Nav Postcode - CV1 3BA
Benefits
Benefits
This short course teaches the fundamental concepts of photography and how to precisely compose photographs. In practice, you will see an instant improvement in your work. Alan will help to speak in a non jargon way to help every person in the class understand the mechanics of camera settings and the why not just the how.
How you will learn
Alan is passionate about photography and a qualified photography tutor. He will engage you in discussion and be more than willing to answer as many questions as possible on the night.
You will be encouraged to ask questions and engage throughout the night so come prepared to ask any question you need an answer to.
You will be provided with a comprehensive class booklet to take away and use for future reference
You will be given three assignments to do on Aperture, ISO and Shutter Speed to do in your own time at home which will help cement the theory learnt in class.