Photography - Level 1

My name is John Cleasby LAPS and will be tutoring Level 1 Photography in 1st Term. My photographic background consists of exhibiting photographs at Galleries, winning awards from local to international competitions, and writing few articles in photographic magazines. I am a professional photography consultant and was the Australian Geographic Editorial Photographer.
Beginners and photographers with some skills are welcome as you may pick-up useful information to produce top quality images. You will learn how easy it is to download images onto computers, composition, camera exposures, use of depth of field, email photographic images etc. Please bring your digital or film SLR camera, lens, and Digital Instruction Manual book, pen and paper.
The lesson is designed in learning:
• Basic concepts of capturing an image including the relationship between aperture, shutter speed, and correct exposure;
• Nature of light including understanding white balance;
• Composition;
• Most common mistakes in photography and how to avoid them;
• How to critique your own (or others) work to improve your photos.
• ENJOY photography.

Pre requisite

No previous courses needed

Outcome

You will be more confident with the camera terms and manual settings

What to Bring

Camera, lenses, notepaper and a pen