Digital Photography 1: The Basics
- Beginner
- 18 and older
- $129
- Earn 1,290 reward points
- 209 N. Broadway, Santa Ana, CA
- 3 hours
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Learn and understand your camera’s basic functions
If you’ve got a camera and you’re not sure how to use it, then this entry-level class is for you! Digital Photography for Beginners 1: The Basics will help you understand the reasoning behind photographic choices, and leave you with the tools to create stunning imagery without the fuss. Learning what your camera can do will help you be more confident when taking photos, and you’ll have fun doing it!
Course Description
In this course, you will learn the foundational principles of photography. Instructors will guide you through the essentials of focus, f-stops, shutter speeds, sensor speed (ISO), and their relationships, placing artistic creativity in your hands. Students explore depth of field and its effect on the visual message, how shutter speed can aid in image interpretation, how to choose the right camera menus, and the best file choice for any given situation. No more frustration as you flip switches back and forth or scroll wheels until something looks right on the LCD; take control and know exactly what to do for any photo situation.
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Qualifications: None!
Cancellations made 3 or more days in advance will receive a full credit for a rescheduled date with this provider
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You may cancel your registration or alternatively move to another date or use the funds for another class up to 3 business days before the class start date. The deadline for refunds or changes is 3 business days before the class start date; no refunds will apply after that date.
Students who took Digital Photography 1: The Basics found the class to be informative and helpful in learning the fundamentals of photography. The instructor was praised for being knowledgeable and clear in explaining how to move away from using the auto-mode on cameras. Students appreciated the teacher's ability to make the class enjoyable and engaging while ensuring that all questions were answered in a way that everyone could understand. Overall, the class provided students with the skills and confidence to feel comfortable exploring photography beyond the automatic settings. Direct quotes: - "David was so informative and very well articulated in explaining to a beginner like me on how to feel comfortable getting off the auto-mode." - "Every question asked was answered in a manner everyone in class could understand."
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California Center for Digital Arts
Santa Ana, Orange County
209 N. Broadway
Btwn W 1st & 3rd Streets
Santa Ana, California 92701 Santa Ana, Orange County
209 N. Broadway
Btwn W 1st & 3rd Streets
Santa Ana, California 92701
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