Duration & Dates
1.5 Hours
23rd April 24
Location & Guide
On line via zoom
Guide for the course David Southard
Highlights
1.5 hour 'live' video call
8 super simple ideas to help make your pictures stand out
Content relevant to all types of equipment
Small group size for individual attention
Call recording available
Price
£25
Members price £20
Group Size
8 people
Not included
Camera equipment
Laptop/Computer
Description
Taking pictures is in many ways such a simple idea. However, in reality it can seem amazingly complicated and technical. Very often those new to photography can be disappointed with their results and the vast amount of advice that’s available, can make it all very confusing!
Our ‘8 Great Ideas for Better Pictures’ tutorial, is a super place to start, helping you to get strong content in your photos, regardless of your experience or type of camera.
During the 1.5-hour live video call, the tutor will run through 8 simple techniques for getting your pictures to look more crafted and effective. The content is not especially technical, but instead looks at creating some guidelines for turning the scene in front of you into photographs that better capture the story you wish to tell.
After a brief introduction, the tutor will run through each of the 8 ideas, illustrating the points with everyday examples. There will also be ample opportunity to ask questions and make sure you can relate the content to your own photography.
The format of a live call means that unlike listening to a recording, your tutor can tailor the conversation for everyone, make sure everyone is understanding and provide an opportunity for delegates to ask any specific questions as we move through the sessions content.
This course is focused on creative ideas and as such the equipment we are using is not too important. The content will reference all levels of camera from smart phones to top mirrorless systems but if you have any concerns about the camera you are using to shoot pictures, just get in touch.
Itinerary
Sign on to Zoom and meet your tutor
Key Topics:
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Make the picture simple
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Move your feet – find the best angle
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Shoot tight for punchy details
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Look for symmetry and balance
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Shapes and colours
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Placing things off centre
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It’s all about the light
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Timing – it’s not just what it’s when
Summary and close
Who should attend
Whilst this course has no content unsuitable for young people, it is primarily aimed at adult learning
Anyone who would like a simple framework of ideas to create better pictures. The content of this presentation is designed to cover just about any level of equipment from smart phones to the latest mirrorless systems. If you have any concerns over your background knowledge or the camera you are using, just get in touch!
Learning outcomes
This short session aims to distil a very big conversation down in a set of simple ideas that you can use to create quite simply better images. These 8 ideas will be explained and illustrated with ‘everyday’ examples:
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Make the picture simple
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Move your feet – find the best angle
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Shoot tight for punchy details
-
Look for symmetry and balance
-
Shapes and colours
-
Placing things off centre
-
It’s all about the light
-
Timing – it’s not just what it’s when
