Winter 2012 Dates
Thursday 7-10pm February 23rd to March 29th
Saturday 1-4pm February 25th to March 31st
Choose which ever day is convenient for you.
Sign up on line:
Or call 785-235-1386 to sign up.
Whether you've been shooting photographs for years
or just starting, you'll find many helpful tips and tricks in
this comprehensive class. We will be examining both the technical
and artistic sides of photography. Those two aspects of photography
intertwine and the more you understand both, the more you'll enjoy
photography for years to come. Regardless of the type of photography
you're interested in, the class will help you get more out of
your camera and will help you take pictures you'll be proud to
hang on your wall or post online. You'll learn from an instructor
who has been formally trained, has 40 years photo experience and
over 15 years classroom experience. You'll find this class helpful,
fun and informative.
In this class we will be examining both the technical
aspects and aesthetics of composition, exposure and lighting.
No matter what area of photography you're interested in, this
class will present the tools and tricks of photography to help
you do it better. Perhaps you'd like to take better pictures of
your friends and family or vacations. We will discuss: formal
and candid portraiture, available/ambient light as well as controlled
lighting. You might want to know how to get better sports shots.
Maybe you're interested in wildlife, scenic, close-up/macro or
abstract photography. Covering all these and more, there will
also be project suggestions week by week. Time will be allotted
in sessions two through five for a "Master Class" photo critique
for any classmate who wants to get constructive guidance on their
photography or just wants to learn from observing others who submit
their work for review.
This
class in whole is six sessions on six consecutive weeks. The
class is designed to be taken in whole, as each session builds
on each other. The tuition for the whole class is only $150 for
18 hours of expert classroom instruction.
Have time constraints? You may attend individual
sessions instead of the series. It's your choice, however we recommend
taking the series because of the building block nature of the
class. Individual sessions only $45 for 3 hours of classroom instruction.
Session 1 - Equipment
Thursday Feb 23* or Saturday Feb 25**
Camera types, Lenses, Support, Flash and Lighting,
are what we'll be discussing here. You are encouraged to bring
your equipment and manuals, questions on what you need or may
eventually want, to this session. We will discuss what is available,
what you'll need now and what you may want to set your sights
on.
Session 2 - Composition Basics
and Beyond Pt 1
Thursday March 1* or Saturday March 3**
Session 3 - Composition Basics and Beyond Pt 2
Thursday March 8* or Saturday March 10**
Learn the classic rules of composition, how and
why to use them. These are not unique to photography but are the
secrets to invoking the "artful eye". Some say you can't teach
the "artful eye". However if you'll embrace and practice these
"rules" you'll find that's not true, as you'll either find or
improve your "artful eye". Also discussed will be the more subtle
aspects of the Art of Photography. Including but not limited to
color, form and structure as well as the art of Black and White
where form and structure are everything.
Session
4 - The Art and Science of Exposure
Thursday March 15* or Saturday March 17**
In this session you'll learn how to understand exposure
and use it to enhance you images. Both the art and science of
each element of exposure will be covered. By the end of this session
you should be able to take control of any or all of the elements
and take your photography to the next level and beyond.
Session 5 - Lighting
Thursday March 22* or Saturday March 24**
Light is what makes photography possible. This class
will discuss the light descriptors: Quality, Quantity, Color and
Direction. Styles of lighting and lighting terms are also discussed.
You will be encouraged to bring your camera and tripod as the
second half of this class will be devoted to studio shooting.
If you've never used studio lights before, you'll find this fun
and exciting. If you have, you learn how to refine you lighting
skills.
Session 6 - Time Exposures
Thursday March 29* or Saturday March 31**
Learn the fun and powerful technique of "Painting
with Light". Then for the evening class, weather permitting, we'll
do some outdoor night photography. In case of inclement weather
we'll explore some fun indoor time exposure projects. Don't forget
your camera and tripod because you want to join the fun. For the
afternoon class, we'll do some indoor table top time exposure.
Then go outside and do some location shooting at a location decided
by the class in session one.
*Thursday classes meet from 7pm ‘til 10pm **Saturday
classes meet from 1pm ‘til 4pm
If you have more questions about this class or sessions you are
encouraged to contact the instructor to discuss how this class
may benefit you.
Wolfe's prices are in US Dollars and do not include shipping
charges (unless otherwise noted) or taxes (where applicable).
Product prices, specifications and availability subject to change without
notice.
This
class in whole is six sessions on six consecutive weeks. The
class is designed to be taken in whole, as each session builds
on each other. The tuition for the whole class is only $150 for
18 hours of expert classroom instruction. 
Session
4 - The Art and Science of Exposure
