Introduction to Digital Photography (CL09F71F)

Course overview

Explore the functions of your DSLR camera, out of the box and out of Auto Mode! Develop your photo skills and improve your creative photography in a fun, informative and interesting way. The course will include learning the basics of good composition, the creative settings on your camera, how to improve focus and using different exposures.

Where This is an online course.

When Tuesday, 7:00pm - 9:00pm from 2nd June 2020 until 30th June 2020 for 4 weeks.

23rd June.

Cost The full fee is £52.00. The concessionary fee is £34.00.

During the course

This is an online course which will be taught in real time using a video platform (usually Google Meet), supported by other online resources. To ensure you get the most out of the course and can fully participate in the sessions you will interact with your tutor and other students through speaking, listening and the chat function, as well as being able to see each other via the video links, though you can turn off your camera and microphone at any time. You will therefore need to have access to either a laptop, computer or portable device (eg tablet or phone) (this ideally needs to be less than 5 years old), with a camera / webcam and microphone, as well as a good broadband / Wi-Fi connection.

Though not a prerequisite, we would advise that you create a separate email account for your online learning prior to the start of the course and let the ACRES' Office and your tutor know the address. This will be more secure and also allow you to share your email address with other students on the course to enhance your learning experience, without disclosing your personal information.

Please note that this course has been converted from the previously advertised classroom based
course and whilst we will endeavour to deliver the subject as outlined in the Course Information Sheet content may need to be adapted or changed to ensure you receive the best possible learning experience. Your tutor will give you further details and information, including any resources or equipment you need, prior to the start of the course.

You will be sent more information about your course, including how to join your online sessions, in due course.

What you already need to know

This workshop is suitable for learners who want to get out of Auto mode and learn improved techniques and get greater functionality from their cameras. Suitable for total beginners

To make the most of this course, learners should have access to a digital SLR camera. A hybrid or bridge camera would also be suitable for this course. When enrolling please give the office details of your camera so that this can be passed to the tutor prior to the start of the course.

There may be opportunities to go outdoors in the school grounds, please inform the office if you have any mobility concerns or restrictions that you would like the tutor to be aware of.

What you will learn

During this workshop, learners will learn improved focus and exposure techniques, and improved compositional techniques. You will also learn to unlock the creative potential of your camera's mode dial.

A great opportunity to engage with the creative potential of photography and kick start it as your new favourite hobby!

How you will learn it

There will be tutor-led tutorials and hands-on practical exercises throughout the course with plenty of time allowed for you to explore and experiment. There will also be the opportunity for group discussions about a variety of photography topics and all subjects taught throughout the course will be supported by presentations, demonstrations and handouts. Weather permitting, there will also be the opportunity to take photographs outdoors in the school grounds giving students the opportunity to apply skills and techniques to buildings, distance and changing light.

Bring to the first session

You will need
DSLR camera and manual
A tripod if you have one
USB Stick to archive your images
Notebook and pen

To avoid unnecessary cost please do not purchase any materials or textbooks until you are certain that your course will run. Course decisions are normally made a week prior to the course start date. Course decisions are normally made a week prior to the course start date.

By enrolling on this course you agree to take responsibility for the safety, security and insurance of your own equipment. ACRES does not accept liability for any damage or loss caused by accident, or through the downloading or viewing of any malicious or illegal software or content whilst using the Internet, email, transferring of files to and from your DSLR camera, laptop and/or desktop computer or any other activity undertaken whilst on this course. You may need to check your own house insurance to ensure that your property is covered outside of your home. If you have any questions regarding this please speak to your tutor or contact the ACRES office on 01825 761820.

Extra study or practice

How to enrol

You can enrol by phoning ACRES' House on 01825 761820 on Monday to Friday between 9:30 am and 4 pm. Alternatively, to register your interest in a course please email adultlearning@acres.org.uk with the course title and your contact details and a member of the team will call you back to enrol you on your chosen course.

Previous students say

This is a new tutor to ACRES. Previous students on Digital Photography courses say:
"I have learnt so much about what my camera can do that I would never have found out myself."
"I was amazed how we could all be photographing the same thing and yet come out with such different results."
"This has opened up a whole new world for me."

Next steps within this subject with ACRES

New Digital Photography courses will be starting in September. Look out for the new ACRES brochure.

Future steps beyond ACRES

Find out about other courses with the National Careers Service for opportunities to extend your skills and knowledge.

Further information

Please visit our website at www.acreslearning.org.uk, see our brochure, or alternatively contact a member of the team on 01825 761820.