Image by Deb Dawson

Discover how to use your digital SLR to the fullest! Features such as aperture, shutter speed, exposure control, and qualities of light will be covered. Students will learn how to take strong and expressive photographs. The class will also be introduced to Lightroom Classic and Photoshop to learn how the software can assist in the digital process. Cameras must be capable of manual operation (not point-and-shoot). Please bring the instruction manual for your camera to the class. Also a portable hard drive (compatible with Apple computers) will be necessary to save your class work.

Learning Objectives:
Discover how to use the manual controls of your digital SLR to more fully realize your creative vision.

Camera controls such as aperture, shutter speed, exposure control and lens selection will be explored to understand how each affects the expressive qualities in a photograph. Students will also explore the nuance of light and color. Photo organization and light edits will be done using Adobe Lightroom Classic.

10/2-10/23 (4 sessions) 6-8 pm, Wednesdays

Tuition: $235

CEUs: 1.2

522 Congress Street, Room 277

Who is this class for? 

Students looking to understand the manual controls of digital cameras to make more expressive and creative photographs.

Faculty:

Deb Dawson developed her narrative voice at SALT Institute of Documentary Studies. Through contemplative observation and a lyrical style, she photographs the working lives of maritime communities and the environment. She was introduced to Maine 30 years ago while honing her photographic eye at Maine Media Workshops + College before completing her BFA in Photography at the University of Southern Maine. Deb’s photographs have been exhibited in juried exhibitions nationwide.

Understanding that each student brings a unique perspective, I try to foster a collaborative environment where every question leads to a constructive dialogue to find the best approach to various photographic techniques and issues.

Supplies:

Digital camera with manual controls and interchangeable lenses, external hard drive compatible with Apple computers