In this six-week workshop students will learn all the controls and functions on the camera, how to use them, and how to control the photograph’s final look. Discussions include composition and light, how to get the background in or out of focus, how to stop or blur motion, why to use one ISO over another, and how to use the camera’s light meter to provide the best exposure. Other topics covered include using the right lens for a specific effect and alternative approaches to photography. Further discussion will center on the similarities and differences between film and digital cameras. The basics that deal specifically with digital cameras will also be explored, such as how to adjust the camera’s white balance, how to view and delete images, and how to transfer the image from the camera to a computer. The goal is to provide each participant with all the technical information needed to operate his or her film or digital camera properly.

Students will work in both black-and-white and color while learning how to “see” in the chosen medium. Weekly assignments will be given followed by critiques during the next class session. Digital shooters are encouraged to expand their understanding of the medium and enroll in “Basic Photography II: Diving into Digital”

Dates: See sections below for a complete breakdown of dates and times.

Workshop fee: $435

Class location: Venice Beach

Enrollment limit: 15 student

6 Session(s)
Wed  7-10pm,  July 28 - September 1

Instructor(s): Julia Dean
Location: Venice Beach 

Additional Information:
Please note date change from catalog. This course will now meet on Wednesday evenings, July 28 - September 1.

  



6 Session(s)
Sat  10am-1pm,  August 7 - September 18
No class 9/4

Instructor(s): Amanda Keller-Konya
Location: Venice Beach 

  



6 Session(s)
Thurs  7-10pm,  August 26 - October 7
No class 9/9

Instructor(s): Julia Dean
Location: Venice Beach 

  



6 Session(s)
Tues  7-10pm,  September 21 - October 26

Instructor(s): Julia Dean
Location: Venice Beach 

  



6 Session(s)
Sat  10am-1pm,  October 2 - November 6

Instructor(s): Amanda Keller-Konya
Location: Venice Beach 

  



6 Session(s)
Wed  7-10pm,  October 27 - December 8
No class 11/24

Instructor(s): Marissa Roth
Location: Venice Beach