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Photography Courses & Workshops
The Studio offers Photography Courses & Workshops during
Fall, Winter and Summer sessions (and occasionally in between). Classes are
kept small to allow plenty of hands on instruction. New classes are being developed
all the time so check back occasionally or contact us with your suggestion /
request for a class or workshop.
| Next scheduled start dates for courses presently offered | |
| Basic Digital Photography 1- SLR |
Feb 28 - 2012 |
| Digital Photography 2- SLR | Jan 23 - 2012 |
|
Mastering
TTL Flash workshop ( Nikon)
|
Feb 5 - 2012 |
| Basic
Adobe Photoshop for Photographers |
Feb 9 - 2012 |
| Photographing People (Moving Beyond the Basics) | March 2012 - date TBA |
| Fine Art Digital Printing - - - - NEW ! | TBA |
| The Digital Camera Workshop | available for corporate sessions |
Please scroll down for course descriptions and full schedule
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Basic Digital Photography 1- SLR
Do
your photographs reflect your imagination and vision?
Ever wonder why some pictures look amazing and others don't?
For students who may be new to photography & digital cameras, or those making
the transition from film to digital media, this course will introduce the creative
and technical possibilities available to the photographer using the single lens
reflex (SLR) digital camera.
Through demonstrations, hands-on practice, weekly assignments
and critiques, you'll learn about pixels, resolution, image size & quality;
the advantages of shooting in different file formats; camera set-up, white balance,
f-stops, shutter speeds, lenses, focusing, depth of field, exposure & metering;
and how to
use the many settings and functions of your camera. You will learn how to use
natural light more effectively, how to compose a good photograph, how to better
recognize picture taking opportunities and how to capitalize on them.
With a greater understanding of the basics of photography, you'll develop the skills and confidence to take better pictures.
Class
size is limited to 12 students.
Prerequisite: A digital SLR camera and basic computer skills.
Jan
25 - Feb 29, 2012
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6 Wed evenings 7-10pm
Registration Fee: $295.00 + HST
Class time: 18 hours
Instructor: Shane Kelly
Feb
28 - April 3, 2012
- ------------------ registering
now
6 Tue evenings 7-10pm
Registration Fee: $295.00 + HST
Class time: 18 hours
Instructor: Shane Kelly
Digital Photography 2 - SLR
Building on the
fundamentals established in the Basic Digital Photography 1-SLR course, DSLR-2
continues to explore those concepts in
greater detail
while introducing new areas of study, both technical and creative, to improve
your photography. Emphasis is placed on
the use of
light, composition and proper exposure.
Additional topics
to be covered include: fine tuning your camera's set up and menu options; employing
RAW capture to gain
increased flexibility, control and output options; establishing proper color
management and workflow;seeing, shooting and working in
black and white; an introduction to using flash; finding artistic inspiration
in the work of others; using light more effectively to create mood and emotion
in your images; and an introduction to using Adobe Lightroom for advanced image
processing and more refined adjustment.
Weekly assignments,
Q & A sessions and on screen critiques offer timely feed back for improving
your work.
Participants are encouraged to bring plenty of curiosity and lots of questions!
Class
size is limited to 12 students.
Prerequisite: Basic Digital Photography1 - SLR or equivalent experience.
Jan 23 - Feb 27, 2012
---------------------------registering now
6 Mon Evenings 7-10pm.
Registration Fee: $325.00 + HST
Class time: 18 hours
Instructor: Shane Kelly
Mastering TTL Flash
Are you unsure
of how to use your external flash unit properly? Do you panic when you do have
to?
Do your flash pictures have that flat, stark, deer in the headlights, one dimensional
look? Having exposure problems too?
Today's small flash units are capable of so much more.
Flash is probably
the least understood topic when it comes to digital photogaphy, but with a good
foundation and a little practice
there is no end to the ways it can be used. Whether
you're just starting to use flash, disappointed with your flash photography
or want to bring
your present flash technique to the next level, this comprehensive full day
workshop will give you the knowledge to use small
TTL flash units with confidence and the skills to produce more creative images.
Discover how to use flash so it doesn't scream...... FLASH !!!!!!
Dedicated to improving
your on-camera, off-camera and remote TTL flash photography and starting with
the basics of how
TTL flash actually works, the topics covered include:
:: using the various
modes and controls on your flash and how they relate to the different exposure
modes and settings on your camera
:: the differences between regular TTL and balanced TTL flash
:: preventing red-eye; using bounce flash
:: employing flash compensation to fine tune exposure
:: using fill flash inside and outdoors
:: knowing when and how to use flash filtration to achieve proper white balance
and when to mix things up a little to get a more dynamic result
:: using high speed sync (HSS, FP), slow sync and rear curtain sync modes
:: using light modifiers, reflectors and flash accessories more effectively
:: an introduction to using multiple flash units
:: hands on instruction plus lots of technical and creative tips
Feb 5, 2012 , (NIKON ONLY)
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registering
now
Sunday 10am-6pm
Registration Fee: $175.00 + HST
Instructor: Shane Kelly
Basic Adobe Photoshop for Photographers
You've
heard all about it. You've probably dabbled with it once or twice. You'd love
to know how to enhance your images using the world's
most popular imaging program. This is a great course for those who want to learn
the fundamentals of Adobe Photoshop and start making
the most of their images.
Topics covered include:
:: Work area basics, palettes and menus, tools, rulers, grids and guides.
:: Concept of image size and resolution, creating, opening and importing images.
:: Opening and processing camera raw files, making tonal adjustments and saving
images.
:: Color modes and color management, working with profiles and settings.
:: How to make color and tonal adjustments.
:: How to use selection tools, softening and refining the edges of selections.
:: How to crop images, correct distorted images, reduce image noise, sharpen
images, retouching and repairing images.
:: The basics of using layers: selecting, linking and grouping layers
setting opacity and blending options, layer effects and styles,
using
adjustment, fill and layer masks.
:: How to apply filters for special effects.
:: How to optimize images for web use
:: Saving images in different file formats.
:: Preparing your images for printing from Photoshop.
Class
size is limited to 10 students.
Prerequisite: Basic computer skills
Feb 9 - Mar 15, 2012------------------
registering
now
6 Thur Evenings 7-10pm.
Registration Fee: $325.00 + HST
Class time: 18 hours
Instructor: Maurice Fitzgerald (Maurice Fitzgerald Photography)
Photographing People - Moving Beyond the Basics
This
course is for photographers who have an understanding of the basics of photography
& camera handling and are interested in improving their technique and developing
their own style. With an emphasis on photographing people in candid, documentary
and portrait situations, topics covered include: using natural light, flash
and mixed lighting effectively to produce expressive photographs; exploring
and using modern TTL flash systems; using fill flash outside; fine tuning exposure
and composition; using color & contrast to achieve impact; taking an idea
from concept to final image - the creative portrait; street photography, travel
photography & photojournalism; and an introduction to studio lighting systems
and equipment.
Lectures, demonstrations, slide shows and hands-on practice will clarify the
technical aspects of photography while encouraging creative approaches to picture
making. This course includes a full day studio lighting / portrait workshop,
including review and critique of your images and weekly assignments. Using their
past work, as well as new images, students will learn how to better edit their
own work and produce a stronger portfolio. Students should be prepared to shoot
new images each week and expect a steady stream of photographic related discussion
and exchange of ideas. This course is open to film or digital photographers
using SLR cameras. Please see prerequisites below.
Class size is limited to 12 participants.
Prerequisite:
Basic 35mm Photography or Basic Photography 1 - Digital
SLR or equivalent experience (please call or email)
March 2012 -
date TBA
5 Mon evening classes 7-10pm
1 Sun 10am- 5pm (studio lighting / portrait workshop )
Total class time: 22 hours
Registration Fee: $345.00 + HST
Instructor: Shane Kelly
Fine Art Digital Printing
A full day workshop devoted to establishing proper digital printing workflow and intoducing a variety of techniques / tools that will improve and refine both your digital files and your prints. Learn how to solve your printing problems and get the best possible prints from your digital image files.
Topics Include:
:: colour management
from input to output
:: monitor calibration
:: using custom printer profiles
:: image preparation
:: colour adjustments
:: black & white conversion
:: resizing & sharpening
:: navigating printer drivers
:: printing from Lightroom
:: printing from Photoshop
:: printing proofs/tests
:: using different paper types
:: print finishing, storage & display
Class Size is limited
to 15 students.
Prerequisite: Basic computer skills
date
TBA --------------------------
1 Sunday full day workshop 10am-5pm.
Registration Fee: $195.00 + HST
Instructors: Maurice Fitzgerald & Shane Kelly
The Digital Camera Workshop
The Digital Camera Workshop is an ideal short course for those
who have just purchased, or will be purchasing a compact digital camera.
If youve been using a digital camera but just cant figure out all
those menus, settings and buttons, this hands on course will clear up the mystery
and allow you to get the most from your camera. The workshop walks you through
the various camera functions, operations and computer options available to the
digital photographer. Topics include: using menus & settings, selecting
image size and quality; understanding pixels, resolution and image file types;
understanding exposure and metering; choosing auto or manual exposure; optical
vs. digital zoom; setting white balance; using flash; transferring, storing
and backing up images on your computer; basic image editing, cropping and resizing;
and how to prepare your images for email, websites and printing. Class size
is limited to 10 participants.
The Digital Camera Workshop will be offered on the following dates:
Not presently scheduled - Please inquire if intersted in corporate or group instruction.
Instructor: Shane Kelly
Shane Kelly is
a Newfoundland photographer. He has been working as a freelance editorial, commercial,
fine art and music photographer in St. John,s, Nfld for 20 years. He has exhibited
locally, nationally, been awarded 8 Nfld & Labrador Arts & Letters Awards
in the Senior Photography / Visual Arts division and produced over 25 album
covers for Nfld musicians.
Maurice Fitzgerald
specializes in family portaiture and commercial photography
in St. John's , Newfoundland. His background in graphic arts, layout and design
using Adobe Photoshop coupled with his photographic skills make him a versatile
instructor. Mauurice also operates FAR EAST PHOTOGRAPHY TOURS, offering hands
on instruction in landscape photography and an opportunity to see beautiful,
rugged locations - for tourists and locals alike.
All courses and workshops require pre-registration and payment of registration
fee. Seats are limited. The cut off date for refunds for any course is 10 days
before the start date of the course.
Commencement of all courses is subject to sufficient enrollment. Photography courses are held at 75 Airport Rd. in St. John's, Newfoundland, unless otherwide noted
Please call 709-739-0346 or email courses@shanekellyphotography.com
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