DESCRIPTION:

Introduces beginners and intermediate photographers into the fabulous world of digital imaging. Its cost effective, you can adjust your images, delete the bad photographs, display them in a variety of mediums.... digital photography is fun and inspirational.

We focus on practical 'hands on' shooting with a strong emphasis on camera handling ...not sitting in a classroom learning theory. There's intuitive instruction on lighting and composition along with everything from exposure control to white balance, from ISO settings to focus options. The course is about practical demonstrations to train your eye to paint light onto a subject, how to select the right lens and the use of aperture and shutter speed to control the creative process.

This course is ideal for those wishing to understand and get the best out of their current DLSR Camera. If you do not have a digital camera yet..... we hire Nikon and Canon cameras. Its best to find out what camera system suits your budget and needs then utilize our unbiased technical advice on gear and suppliers to get the best deal.

The Focus 10 Digital 1 course is suited to anyone...... singles, parents, students, travellers, journalists, government employees, graphic designers....for as one of Australia's most reputable and innovative photography companies, we have taught people from all walks of life for over 18 years.

*Due to popular demand, we are now offering an 8-hour condensed version of the popular 3-week course (13 hours).  The condensed course is ideal for business employees, travellers, students and anyone who is stressed for time and would like introductory training in digital photography in one day.

COURSE OUTCOMES:

• Learn how to use your DLSR camera or prosumer compact properly

• Fast track your photographic technical and artistic skills

• Get great shots of iconic Sydney & Melbourne locations

• Small groups (12 persons maximum)

• Interactive, dynamic, fun, creative

• Dinner night and awards (13 hour course only)

• Free camera shopping service & ongoing technical support

WHAT THE COURSE COVERS:

• Your DLSR digital camera functions

• Memory, file sizes, formats, storage

• Composition, light, viewpoint, angles, lens perspective

• Aperture, shutter speed, depth of field, ISO setting, white balance, exposure compensation

• Portraiture, landscapes, macro, reportage, still life, action, Motion, cityscapes, architecture, nature, flowers

• Post production, printing, image manipulation

• Use of your flash & shooting techniques in low-light, twilight and night conditions

sydney COURSE SCHEDULE:

3 weeks (13hrs)

instructor(s):

Andrew Thomasson and assistants

Pre-requisite:

None

requirements:

• No prior photography knowledge

• DSLR camera or a quality digital compact camera: ie, Nikon P5100, Canon G9, Fuji Finepix 6500

• If you own any digital compact bring it!

• Memory Card(s) - we recommend at least a 512mb card for all courses

• Any camera accessories - such as a tripod, and polarizing filter

• Charged camera battery and a spare, if you have one, or charger (especially for the 8hr course)

Next scheduled SYDNEY courses:

Over 2 weeks (13hrs)

• Monday, 25 August 2008

• Wednesday, 27 August 2008

• Thursday, 24 July 2008

• Thursday, 31 July 2008

course price & inclusions:

• 13 Hours: AUD$340

• 8 Hours: AUD$290

• Instruction from professional photographers

• Detailed notes

• Camera, lens and accessory shopping service