Course Offerings

This course is for advanced amateur photographers and professionals who want to deliver the best images under the widest possible lighting conditions. Participants will review basic and intermediate level techniques and learn how to control perspective without a tilt-shift or perspective control lens, meter light, and correct color casts in camera. They will also learn about advanced lighting, wireless triggers, causes of image degradation, and more.

Course Objectives

Upon completion students will have a better understanding of the inner workings of a digital camera and lenses, how to make exposure corrections accurately and have a better understanding how to control lighting.

Outline of Instruction

Class 1: Course Objectives, Registration and Roll taking, Instructor Background, Technique Recap, Identifying Camera Exposure Baseline, Interpreting Histograms, Study Materials Distribution & Review, Homework Assignment
Class 2: Homework Review & Critique, Materials Review (Lesson Plan), Hands-on Camera Instruction - Introduction to Zone System, Homework Assignment
Class 3: Homework Review & Critique, Materials Review (Lesson Plan), Zone System Continued, Homework Assignment
Class 4: Homework Review & Critique, Materials Review (Lesson Plan), Introduction to Off Camera Lighting & Wireless Systems, Homework Assignment
Class 5: Homework Review & Critique, Materials Review (Lesson Plan), Off Camera Lighting & Wireless Systems Continued, Homework Assignment
Class 6: Homework Review & Critique, Materials Review (Lesson Plan), Metamerism and Image Degradation Issues, Homework Assignment
Class 7: Homework Review & Critique, Materials Review (Lesson Plan), Reading a Lens MTF Chart, Homework Assignment
Class 8: Homework Review and Discussion, Q&A, Recap, Next Steps

Contact Hours

24

CEUs

No

Industry Standard, State or National Certification

Certification

None

Website

None

Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements

CE or CU Articulation

No

Prerequisites

Basic Digital Photography, Intermediate Photography

Learning Supplies Needed

Text and class handouts provided in class. Students will need to bring a digital camera (DSLR, mirrorless or advanced Point and Shoot) with Manual mode, an empty memory card and charged batteries. A tripod, remote shutter release and external flash are optional items.

Clinical Site/Special Facilities

Field Trips to photography locations will be utilized

Requirements for Successful Completion

90% attendance

Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements

N/A

Intended Audience

Hobbyists and professionals interested in refining their photography skills

Specific Industry or Business Support Needs

N/A

Wake County Need for Industry Positions

N/A

Industry or Job Titles Related to Training Outcomes for Employment

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Course Contact Information

Community & Career Education Staff
919-532-5700
[email protected]