Digital 1 classes
A great introduction to the world of digital photography. Finally, you will come to understand the operation and function of every little knob, button and dial on your camera, and you will learn how to use them to produce great photographs. This comprehensive and intensive course covers exposure, focus, depth of field, white balance, digital workflow, as well as composition, space, form and content of images. No prior experience or training necessary. A digital SLR digital camera required (that’s Single Lens Reflex, not a Point-and-Shoot). Tuition: $175
This would make a wonderful present for a beginning photographer. Gift certificates available on request.
July 31, Saturday afternoons, 1 to 4 pm
Class dates: Starting Saturday, July 31, 1 to 4 pm, and then on August 7, 14 and 21. Class limit: 10 students. Tuition: $175. Instructor: Marc Feldman.
August 9, Monday evenings, 6 to 9 pm
Class dates: Starting Monday, August 9, 6 to 9 pm, and then on August 16, 23 and 30. Class limit: 10 students. Tuition: $175. Instructor: TBA.
August 19, Thursday evenings, 6 to 9 pm
Class dates: Starting Thursday evening, August 19, 6-9 pm, and then on August 26, September 2 and 9. Class limit 10 students. Tuition: $175. Instructor: TBA
Photoshop classes
Now that you know how to use your digital camera, in this class you will learn how to modify and enhance your pictures with Photoshop. We will cover correction of exposure, white balance, removal of unwanted objects, cropping, preparing images for printing, and digital workflow. Homework assignments will focus on practicing techniques learned in class. Laptop required for use during class Instructor: Michael Fox. Class limit: 10 students. Tuition: $195. Class dates: TBA
Photo 1, August 10, Tuesdays evenings
A comprehensive and intensive introduction to traditional black and white film photography. How does a camera work? What is light and lighting? How to take really good photographs? These questions are the basis of this course. The class also spends considerable time in the darkroom to learn how to develop film and how to make photographic enlargements. At the end of class, you will end up with several great photographs that you’ll rightfully be proud of. A 35mm film SLR camera is required.
Dates: Four Tuesday evenings, 6-9, starting August 10 then again on August 17, 24 and 31. Class limit: 10 students. Tuition: $175. Instructor: Standish Lawder
Photo 2, Sept. 14, Tuesday evenings
As you’ll discover here, there’s lots more to learn about photography. In Photo 2 you will learn advanced camera and darkroom techniques, as well as night shooting, studio work, and how to use a large format camera. But most importantly, the focus of this class is in the training of your own eye, for what is behind the camera is more important than what is in front of it. With drive and determination, you will finish this class with an impressive body of work of your own signature style. A good 35mm SLR camera is necessary, and a tripod is highly recommended.
Class dates: Tuesday evenings from 6-9 pm starting September 14, and then on Sept. 21, 28 amd October 5th. Class limit: 8 students. Tuition: $225. Or, if you have taken Photo 1 at the Denver Darkroom, your tuition will be only $95. Instructor: Standish Lawder