Photography Courses - Introduction to Photography & Youth Sport Photography
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Introduction to Photography
This foundational course is designed for beginners seeking to transcend automatic camera operation and unlock its creative potential. Through comprehensive discussions and weekly assignments, students will delve into the intricacies of shutter speed, ISO, focal length, aperture, and depth of field. Beyond technical aspects, the course will explore the elements of light, composition, angle of view, perspective, color, emotion, and impact. Encouragement is provided for students to share their assignments with the class for peer discussion.
To effectively participate in the course, participants must possess access to a digital camera. Cell phone cameras are not considered suitable for this purpose.
Youth Sports Photography
This photography course is ideal for those new to capturing the magic of young athletes. You’ll learn how to freeze action, tell compelling stories, grasp light, and prepare for those once-in-a-lifetime moments. Weekly assignments will help you improve your skills in different shooting conditions while teaching you how to choose the right lens, predict the action, compose in the camera, and use focus options to get the perfect shot.
To effectively participate in the course, participants must possess access to a digital camera. Cell phone cameras are not considered suitable for this purpose.
Instructor: Laura Buckbee Lewis
Laura is an award-winning photographer with a distinguished career spanning over a lifetime behind the camera. Her diverse photographic experience encompasses portraits, weddings, photojournalism, sports, travel, corporate, nature, and still life photography.
Previously, Laura has contributed to photography education through her involvement with the New Milford Adult Education program. She also served as the Executive Director of the New England School of Photographic Arts, where she actively engaged with guest lecturers and provided instruction in the darkroom. Laura fosters an inclusive and interactive learning environment that encourages active participation and constructive feedback among participants.
