Camera
Classes
F-Stop Cameras is pleased to provide informative interactive and educational classes. We gladly extend the opportunity for you to enhance your skills and craftsmanship. All classes must be prepaid and are non-refundable and non-transferable. Call 519-941-4381 now to reserve a spot!
SPRING/SUMMER 2012 SERIES
Basic Levels of Photography
4 Classes
Dates: Mondays May 28, June 4, 11, 18
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Course Fee: $125 plus tax
Location: F-Stop Cameras
Photography is an art form that encompasses both technical and creative skills and presents unique challenges. This four class course will cover a range of topics designed for the beginning photographer. We will discuss the principles of photography and cover topics such as types of cameras, filters and accessories, working with composition and lighting, and more. Each week you will receive a practice assignment which will be (gently) critiqued the following week. This course will help you solve the challenges of working with a technical medium while stimulating your creative side. Bring your camera to each class. Suitable for both film and digital photographers. Instructor: Sylvia Galbraith
Photographing Gardens & Wildflowers
Date: Thursday May 31
Time: 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Course Fee: $45 plus tax
Location: F-Stop Cameras
Soon the peonies and irises will be blooming and don't you wish you knew how to photograph them? In this class we'll discuss lighting, composing your photo, working with colours, taking close-up images, and which equipment works best for garden and wildflower photography. We'll explore black and white for flower photography, abstract shapes and textures, and how different camera settings can be used for creative effects. With this course you will be able to enjoy your garden all year! Instructor: Sylvia Galbraith.
From Camera to Computers
Date: Monday June 11
Time: 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Course Fee: $50 plus tax
Location: F-Stop Cameras
You've filled your memory card with great photos...now what? Do you load everything onto your computer without knowing what to do next? Instructor Sylvia Galbraith will help you learn different ways to upload your photos to your computer, organize files, create back-up copies and more. You will learn some basic photo editing skills and how to resize your images for email or print. This course is valuable for artists who create digital files for gallery submissions. Does not require a computer in class. Step-by-step notes are included in the course fee.
Black & White Photography
Date: Tuesday June 19
Time: 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Course Fee: $45 plus tax
Long considered a true art form, black and white photography presents both challenges and rewards. Learn about seeing shapes and textures, patterns of light and shades of grey. We'll discuss photo editing for black and white, and converting your colour files. We'll set up a simple still life, so bring your camera to class. Beginner to advanced. Instructor: Sylvia Galbraith
New Class!
Close-Up & Macro Photography
Date: Tuesday June 26
Time: 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Course Fee: $45 plus tax
Location: F-Stop Cameras
This class is designed for SLR photographers who are fascinated by the tiny world hidden around us. We'll look at how to shoot within inches of a subject, proper lighting, focusing techniques, and more. Bring your camera as we'll be shooting in class. You should have either a macro lens, or close-up filters or settings on your camera. Instructor: Sylvia Galbraith
Digital Downloading 101
Date: TBA
Time: TBA
Fee: $45 Plus Taxes
Location: F-Stop Cameras
Afraid of your computer? Worried that you might accidentally loose your pictures?
Come to this one night class and we will show you how safe and easy it is to download your pictures to your computer. Through a PowerPoint and "hands-on" presentation, you will master the ability to create and rename files and folders, organize them, e-mail them with control over resolution and burn your images to CD's for safe, long lasting storage. (we also cover the importance of using the right type of CD to store your photos on!)
Digital Cameras 101
Date: TBA
Time: TBA
Fee: $45 Plus Taxes
Location: F-Stop Cameras
This is designed as a beginner to intermediate level course. Through a PowerPoint and interactive "hands-on" presentation, we will show you how to get the most out of your camera. We will cover the menus and operation of shooting and playback modes, composition and other techniques to enhance your photo opportunities. Bring your Camera! Bring a friend!
Note: if you have an SLR (single lens reflex) camera, see our classes below.
Can't fit these dates into your schedule?
Think about booking a private "one-on-one" consultation.
DSLR Camera - Digital Single Lens Reflex- Interchangeable Lens Camera
Date: Please call to schedule for your convenience
Time: Mornings- 8-9 a.m. or Evenings 7-8 p.m.
Fee: $50 1 session or purchase 3 sessions for only $125.50 (3-1 hours or 1-2 hour with 1-1 hour)
These classes are held with up to three people to ensure maximum detail with your specific model.
Are you getting the full potential from your DSLR camera? Through a "hands-on" approach, you will be taught how to get the most out of your Digital SLR camera. You will learn how to be more creative using Shutter Priority, Aperture Priority, Manual Functions, the importance of light metering, as well as Fill Flash photography.
Semi-Private Consultation
Please call to schedule for your convenience
Time: Morning 8-9 a.m. or Evening 7-8 p.m.
Fee: $50 per hour
Life too busy to fit a class into your schedule? We also offer semi-private consultations for any Camera. A class can be arranged to fit your needs. We can teach you everything you would need to know in one or three hour consultations.
Contact our store to schedule a class of your choice.(customerservice@fstopcameras.ca) or call 519-941-4381
All group classes MUST be prepaid and are non-refundable and non-transferable.
