The best camera is the one you have on you, and these days, we are seldom without our smartphones. Learn to how to get the most out of your device. Whether it is how you shoot, the settings you use, or how you post-process, there is always room for improvement. By learning the advantages and limitations of each on your iPhone, you can unlock its full potential.
From entry-level to professional-level, we’ll explore the many settings that will let you get the most out of the camera you have. Our goal will be to move away from the Auto-shooting-mode, and get more control over your final image. We will briefly touch on file management and editing.
Learning to store, organize and edit your photos is essential in digital photography. Learn how to get the most out of the RAW format, improving your shots into professional finished products. We will use mainly Adobe Lightroom, as well as some finishing tricks of the trade in Adobe Photoshop to take your photography to the next level.
Auto no more. We’ll delve deeper into your camera’s settings and capabilities, with the goal being to feel comfortable shooting in manual mode. Learn specifics to your camera and lenses as well as knowledge that is applicable to whatever gear you may use in the future. Learn to appreciate the art of photography through the work of the greats.
Learn what gear and techniques work best for producing high quality images of flora, fauna and landscape. From telephoto lenses to macro-tubes, there are all sorts of tools to help you get the best shot, but knowing which to choose and how to implement them is half the struggle. We’ll hone our technique to effectively observe and respect nature with our photography.
Travel Photography
Everyone takes photos when they travel; let’s make sure yours are among the best. How do you choose what gear to bring? How best to shoot around crowds? What’s the best minimalist travel set-up? From extreme weather to urban safety, we will go over how to prepare for and shoot great images while traveling.
If you are in either of the AI classes here you will find useful links as well as other resources.