Creative Composition 1 - Fundamentals of making Better Photos
Course dates:
Sunday, 12 February, 2012
The easiest way to improve your photographs is to improve your composition skills. Whether you are using AUTO mode or you are an advanced amateur, understanding and improving composition will greatly improve how your images communicate to your viewers. Composition is something anyone can learn, it just takes a basic understanding of some simple principles and good, old-fashioned practice. This course will get you started with both by combining theoretical discussions with hands-on shooting assignments in the field.
Photo: Bryon Paul McCartney
During this one-day course, you will learn:
- Composition techniques: ‘Rule of thirds’, pattern and repetition, lines and angles, framing
- How to use selective focus and depth of field to create emphasis in your photos
- How to change and use exposure for impact and creating dramatic silhouettes
- How to select image orientation for best effect
- How to create dynamic movement to catch the eye
Class Format: Hands-on, interactive learning taught by a working professional photographer.
Class Time: 10:30 - 17:30
Experience Level: All levels - Participants should already know how to operate their camera and be able to control exposure and focus.
Class fee: CHF 325* per person
Location: ViewFinder Center - WINTERTHUR Classroom (map)
Requirements: A digital compact (point & shoot) or digital SLR camera. A zoom lens is recommended, but not required. Come prepared to shoot: Don’t forget your charged batteries and memory cards.
Class size: Minimum of 5 students, maximum of 10.
Instructor: Matt Anderson
Register for this course: ViewFinder online registration system
If you have questions or need more information, send us an email (info [@] viewfindercenter.com).
Because every camera is different, we ask that participants review their camera manual before the course and come prepared, able to locate the buttons and menu selections on their own camera.
*Note: Course fee does not include lunch. We will take a lunch break and each participant will be responsible for the cost of their own meal.
PAYMENT, CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY
Please note, payment in full is required to confirm and hold your space in class. As soon as we receive your registration we will contact you with payment details.