Photography Class: Digital 101 in a Day

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What you'll learn in this digital photography class:

The Fundamentals classes are, by far, the most popular starting point for photography classes in Chicago and are designed to give the complete beginner a solid understanding of their digital camera and the fundamental knowledge needed to embark upon a lifetime's exploration of photography.

There are no 'hidden' or extra fees to pay for any classes at the Academy. There is no Lab fee. All of the supplies needed for printing are supplied by the Academy. There is no required lens to buy. In fact, the fee covers everything you need for the class.

The 'Digital in a Day' class has much of the same fundamentals of photography information but does not cover the information in as much depth. If you prefer to learn how to take great photographs without having to 'fiddle' with them on a computer, this class will work for you.

Required Materials:

  • Digital SLR Camera (DSLR)
  • Camera User Guide (if you have one)
  • Lens
  • Memory card
  • Fully charged battery
  • Notebook and pen
The Academy will supply all other necessary equipment and materials at no extra charge.

The photography subjects:
  • How a DSLR works
  • Camera Settings
  • Mode Dial
  • White Balance
  • Metering Mode
  • Autofocus
  • File Formats
  • Image Archiving
  • Shutter Speed
  • Hand Held Camera Shake
  • Critique
  • Motion Blur
  • Aperture
  • Depth of Field
  • ISO
  • f16 Rule
  • Exposure Compensation
  • Exposure Lock
  • The ABC of exposure
  • Quality of Light
  • Composition
In addition to the above topics, the Four Week Digital classes cover the following subjects
  • Macro / Close-up
    We will explore the equipment and techniques required for close-up photography
  • Time Lapse
    Learn to make cinema quality time-lapse movies

  • Minimum Guests 4
  • Maximum Guests 16
  • Event Duration 75 minutes

Outside Reviews for Chicago Photography Academy

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Karen

23 Sep 2020

Excellent ! Carlos , our teacher was wonderful . Very knowledgeable ,very skilled presenting information to the group . Carlos quickly assessed the varying levels of the students and adapted to each to give the instruction at the correct knowledge base . The class was interesting , I learned so much and will be returning for further classes . Thank you ! Karen Rooke .

$ 195 Per person


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Bio from CourseHorse Chicago Photography Academy was opened in early 2009, and we ran our first class with just two students. Shortly after that enrollment sky-rocketed and, to date, we have provided classes for more than fifteen thousand students. At any one time, there are, on average, one hundred students enrolled in our Certificate Program. If you just need a primer so that you can take better pictures of the kids, we can help. If you want a complete education in all aspects of photography, we can help. If you are challenged by time or distance and cannot make it to classes, we can help. Wherever you are on your creative journey, we are here to support you. Our purpose is to support local, aspiring photographers in the Chicago community by giving them the opportunity to work with experts in the photography world. Students sharpen their skills, talent and knowledge in a supportive community eager to learn and move forward on their creative journeys. Classes & Workshops We offer one-day, two-day and four-week digital photography classes in Chicago for photographers at all levels of skill and experience. Classes focused on specialty subjects such as wedding photography, detachable flash, advanced portraiture, and product photography are also available to intermediate and advanced students. All photography classes provide an interactive, engaging opportunity for students to learn and practice their photography to capture and print quality photos. There are no lab fees, extra lenses, paper or any extra items to buy, making CPA classes the best value in Chicago!

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