Photography

This course is designed for people who have limited knowledge of the 35 mm camera and how to use it. Your 35 mm camera (film or digital SLR) must have interchangeable lenses or have settings you can change to manual mode. The course covers camera controls, how to get the proper exposure, auto focus, lenses, composition, filters, special effects, close-up photography, matting and flash.

Prerequisite: CRAF-0013 Photography 1

This course is designed to explore photographic topics with a hands-on approach. Some of the topics to be covered include quality and type of light, texture, macro photography, selective focus, action photography and portrait lighting. Students are encouraged to share their work and to discuss constructively the work of fellow classmates. Shoots are arranged according to the wishes of participants.

Learn basics techniques to manipulate and print photos using Adobe Photoshop. Learn about resolution, file formats, adjusting levels, re-sizing images, incorporating text, and many other creative image-enhancing methods. Students can bring a USB drive with their own picture files for editing.

Prerequisite: CRAF-0152 Photography 1

Now you can build on what you learned in Photoshop 1. Learn how to work with RAW files, write and use actions to streamline your workflow, how to simulate the infrared effect, and other fun things. You’ll also make an impressionist photo using the art history brush plus try many other exciting new techniques to make your pictures stand out. Bring your own pictures to work on each week. Make sure you have some scenic photos for the first week. USB drive is required to leave with picture files.

Prerequisite: CRAF-0181 Photography 2

This fun course is a continuation of Photoshop 2 using creative techniques in Photoshop to create artistic works from your photographs. Topics include HDR (high dynamic range) in Photoshop, creative use of filters plus many other awesome projects. Please bring a selection of your photographs on a USB drive.

Learn how to photograph flowers in this outdoor hands-on photography workshop. You'll receive expert tips and guidance in a fun and friendly way.

Learn how to take beautiful outdoor photos. Understand how to set your camera, use different lenses, and incorporate natural light to enhance photos. Participants must bring a DSL camera. Lenses, tripod, and other camera equipment are optional.

Transform your outdoor photos into a work of art. Enhance your skills in this hands-on, outdoor course that focuses on using natural light to your benefit in portrait, landscape and general nature photography. We will explore ways to find the best light. Bring your cameras, lenses and any other photography equipment you may have.

Create custom work for yourself using Photoshop. This includes save the dates, birth announcements, thank you cards, invitations and more! Maximize your creativity by learning hands-on how to create these projects and leave with a finished design. USB drive with pictures is required for first class.

Prerequisite: CRAF-0255 Photography & Design

Build on what you have already learned in Photography & Design. Learn more in-depth design elements and add new Photoshop features to your save the dates, announcements and full page cards.

There's so much going on around you, and you've got a camera in your hand. This course will examine the approaches to candid street photography, helping you capture the essence of everyday life. Learn how to find moments that speak to you, and how to capture them unobtrusively, without interfering. Respecting the ethical boundaries of taking photos of subjects who are unaware will also be covered.

Learn how to prepare lighting setups and posing arrangements.