PB Photographic Centre: FOTObasics+ Photography & Digital Imaging

Weekly Classes

PHOTOGRAPHY 101

2 Sessions: Oct 11 - 12, 2008; Sat. and Sun., 9:30 am-4:30 pm;
3 Sessions: Nov 12 - 26, 2008; Wed., 9:00 am-1:00 pm
2 Sessions: Dec 6-7, 2008, Sat. and Sun., 9:30am-4:30pm

Members: $165 • Non-members: $220

Gain a thorough understanding of your 35mm film. The class covers equipment choices, the basics of composition, exposure, depth of field, focal length and how to make the most of existing conditions. Lectures will also cover resolution, format and image acquisition. Weekly assignments will encourage experimentation and growth.

PHOTOSHOP^® ELEMENTS 101

2 Sessions: Oct 15 - 22, 2008, Wed., 9:30 am - 4:30 pm
2 Sessions: Nov 8 - 9, 2008, Sat. Sun., 9:30 am-4:30 pm

Members: $255 • Non-members: $315 • Class Size: 10

An introduction to the basic tools of Adobe Photoshop® Elements & CS2, different selection and color-correction techniques, copying and pasting layers, as well as scanning and printing. Familiarity with Macintosh® or Windows® interface and operations is required.

DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY AND PHOTOSHOP

2 Sessions: Oct 18 - 19, 2008, Sat. & Sun., 9:30 am-4:30 pm
2 Sessions: Nov 15 - 16, 2008, Sat. & Sun., 9:30 am-4:30 pm

Members: $255 • Non-members: $315 • Class Size: 10

In this two-day class we will review the basics of understanding your camera's functions. We will discuss aperture, shutter speed, and ISO, along with histograms to gain control of the camera. We will use Photoshop and Bridge to review and enhance your photos along with simple RAW file conversion. Daily local field trips will allow us to capture images and to practice the rules of composition.