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How Do I Use My Camera? (Part 2 - Beginner Photography)

  • All levels
  • 18 and older
  • $127
  • 2 hours

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  • $127
  • 2 hours
  • Students will be receiving an update with the actual location 24 hrs before the class.
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What you'll learn in this beginner photography class:

In this follow-up to our beginner photography class in NYC Part I (which covers exposure, aperture and shutter speed), you'll learn:
  • How to use ISO to take better pictures in low light environments 
  • How to use your flash so that your images look naturally lit instead of that awful “flash” look with overexposed subjects and bright backgrounds
  • How to use white balance to help you take better portraits.
Prerequisite:
Students must first take "How Do I Use My Camera? (Part 1)"

Important things to note : 
  • You WILL need a flash for this class.
  • If your camera came with a built-in flash, that is sufficient. You are also welcome to bring an external flash if you have one.
  • Weather permitting, this beginner photography class will happen in Central Park in NYC. The exact location will be emailed out 24 hours prior to the class start time.

Refund Policy

2 business days prior to the class start time is required for cancellation and/or rescheduling.

In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

In the event that an instructor or the school needs to cancel at the last minute, students will receive a refund less a 5% non-refundable registration fee.

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  • How Do I Use My Camera? (Part 2 - Beginner Photography)

    Reviewed by Jessica V. on 8/8/2019
    The classes are the perfect jumpstart to using your camera. I feel I have more control with the pictures I take and how they came out.
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