Photography Classes
Digital Camera Basics
Wednesdays -
February 1 - March 7, 2012 with no class on February 22
1:30 - 4 pm
Merrymeeting Adult Education Center, Topsham, Maine
Confused by all those icons on your point and shoot digital camera? You've
taken some pictures but don't know how to view, print or email them to
family and friends? We'll cover the basics of digital photography for point
& shoot cameras. You'll learn how to make the most of all the features that
are standard on most cameras. Learn how to transfer your images to a
computer, flash drive or CD, upload them to the web or email them to
friends. You'll be working with Picasa, a free Google software program for
PC's for cataloguing and editing images. Students should bring their digital
camera with manual, USB cable and notebook to each class. Be sure your
camera batteries are charged and you have a blank memory card too.
$69.
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Digital Camera Basics II
Wednesdays - April 4 - May 2, 2012
with no class on April 18
1:30 - 4 pm
Merrymeeting Adult Education Center, Topsham, Maine
So you know how to take
an automatic picture with your digital camera, download it into the computer and
email it. But what are all these other buttons on the camera for? Learn to work
with the semi-automatic and manual features on your point and shoot or DSLR
camera to get the shot you want. We'll explore macro and zoom, how to compose a
great shot and much more. Students are encouraged to create a visual
presentation of work as a slideshow, online or in print. Prerequisites: Digital
Camera Basics or the ability to download, print and email your photos and
knowledge of your camera at least in Auto Mode. Some experience with Picasa
photo editing software or its equivalent is essential. Students should bring
their digital camera with manual, USB cable and notebook to each class. Be sure
your camera batteries are charged and you have a blank memory card too.
$56.
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Seeing with Fresh Eyes
Thursdays - May 3 - May 31, 2012
5:30 - 8 pm
Brunswick High School, Brunswick, Maine
Whether you enjoy taking
pictures, drawing or any other art form, this class will take you through a
series of perception and awareness exercises to expand your visual perception.
We'll explore how our mind filters our perception of the world and how we can go
beyond those filters. Experience how clear vision leads to clear expression. Let
this class revitalize your experience of the world and bring a fresh view to
your work. You'll need a digital camera, flash drive, sketchpad and
notebook/journal.
$69.
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