Intro to Digital Photography

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ABOUT THIS EVENT
Event Category

Arts & DIY

Event Overview

Got yourself a new camera and want to learn how to use it? Want to take great photos of your kids, your hikes and vacations or even your dog? Well then this class is for you. Learn the basics of digital photography with professional photographer, Jessica Christie.This hands-on class will guide you through how to not only use the basic settings on your camera, but also give you tips for capturing all those special moments in your life beautifully. 


We will first focus on photography basics and how to change your settings on your camera to achieve great results. From there, we will go over what makes a great photo through exposure, composition and lighting. To finish, we will go on a walkabout to practice what we've learned and answer any questions because the best way to learn photography is by doing it! 


You can see more of Jessica's work by visiting her website or Instagram


 


Topics covered:



  • Understanding how your DSLR camera works.

  • What is exposure? 

  • Aperture, ISO & Shutter Speed.

  • How to balance the exposure equation.

  • Lighting situations.

  • Preparing to shoot.

  • Focusing your camera. 

  • Composing your photo.

  • Quick editing tips and tricks.


 


Feel free to bring your own beverage. I will be providing some light snacks and likely drikning some vino! 


 


This class is best for new and hobbiest photographers with a DSLR camera or an advanced point and shoot camera with manual settings. Not sure if your camera works for this class, shoot me a message!

What to Bring

Any DSLR camera with lens & blank memory card

Minimum age

All ages welcome

What's Provided

Digital photography guide, pens and paper for note taking, & printed slides from presentation

What You Can Expect From This Experience
  • Intro to camera functions & settings
  • Composition & lighting tips for great photos
  • Q&A
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MORE ABOUT YOUR HOST

Jessica Christie is a published, award-winning photographer of eight years, specializing in intimate weddings & elopements. Her passion for photography and documenting life's happenings carries over into her love of travel and the outdoors as she views it as her means of processing her adventures and the world around her.

Instagram: @jessicachristiephoto

EXPERIENCE REVIEWS

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    Justin C.
    Reviewed on 02/08/19

    Jessica was extremely helpful in learning how to use my camera!

    Jessica was extremely helpful in learning how to use my camera!

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    Kimberly T.
    Reviewed on 04/04/18

    I bought this class for my 16 year old daughter. She absolutely loved the class and would love to attend a next level course by Jessica.

    I bought this class for my 16 year old daughter. She absolutely loved the class and would love to attend a next level course by Jessica.

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    Alicia M.
    Reviewed on 04/04/18

    I had such an amazing time during this class. The girls were so nice and easy to work with and Jessica (the instructor) was easy to understand and full of passion. It made understanding my camera a lot easier. I would highly recommend!

    I had such an amazing time during this class. The girls were so nice and easy to work with and Jessica (the instructor) was easy to understand and full of passion. It made understanding my camera a lot easier. I would highly recommend!

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