Momtography School: Introduction to Digital Photography Class

Are you attending Momtography School, or thinking about attending but you want to know more before you hand over your hard earned cash and precious Saturday? Keep reading!

First off, who is Momtography School for? Well anyone really, but as the name suggests, it’s geared towards the busy schedule Mom’s have. And if you’re a like me (I have three kids under 6!) Getting a free moment to do something I want to do, can be hard! Momtography school is for those of us that love photographing and want to take better pictures; of our children, families, and all of those special moments where hiring a professional isn’t a possibility.

Below is a detailed description of the first class, Introduction to Digital Photography and the topics we will cover. This is a great place to start if you’ve recently purchased a DSLR or you’ve had one for a while but you’ve been afraid to take it off Auto.   The class will include detailed demonstrations, examples, and hands-on practice to help you understand the theory as well as the application of the features listed. In addition to the information below, if you have specific concerns or questions, time will be provided for personal, one-on-one instruction, regarding your individual questions.

Class Outline:

The class will be a two hour course which will begin with some instruction in the universal features that all DSLR cameras use. These included:

• ISO
• Shutter Speed/ Shutter Speed Priority Mode
• Aperture/ Aperture Priority Mode
• Manual Mode
• White Balance
• Camera Metering Modes
• Exposure Compensation

From there we will move into a discussion of how to use these features to control the following and achieve:

• Shallow/Infinite Depth of Field
• Stop Action/ Motion Blur
• Correct Color in Any Light
• How to Correctly Expose a Subject (ie bright backgrounds, or dark foregrounds)
• Photography Tricks all North-Westerner’s Should Know

Just in case you don’t have a photographic memory, (forgive the stupid pun) information sheets will be provided to help you remember what you’ve learned.  If the list above seems daunting, don’t worry, the small class size will allow for a friendly exchange of ideas and lots of room for questions.

During the second hour we will leave my studio and go to a local park (Everett Arboretum) to practice these concepts and demonstrate how to correctly expose a scene. Joining us will be a professional model that I have worked with in the past and is a joy to photograph! Each photographer will have the chance to apply the discussed camera settings, ask questions, and photograph images that will instantly show an improvement in the quality of your work.

This class is a perfect for anyone that loves photography but has had difficulty making the images they imagine translate to the viewfinder. No matter the brand of camera you use, or how much you already know, this class will build your confidence and provide new technical know-how.

As an added incentive I’ve extended the $10 off coupon through July 4! Space is still open so please don’t hesitate, register now to save! Invite a friend to register and you’ll both save $15 off the Introduction to Composition Class which builds upon the skills learned during the Introduction to Digital Photography Course.

See all available classes for all skill levels and register now!