When & Where

Quick Facts

  • Availability Yes
  • Tutor Katerina Kalogeraki
  • Course Code C24PGYA05A
  • Suitable For 19 year olds and up are permitted on this course

What you will learn

This intermediate photography skills course will allow you to improve and develop your camera skills. If you have completed the Digital Photography skills for beginners course, or you feel that you have already picked up a good working knowledge of digital cameras on your own, this course is for you. It is designed for those who would like to use their camera and to further explore what makes a good photograph. It will provide a thorough and exciting overview of camera skills and the opportunity to master them when taking photographs in different environments. It will also cover artificial light in terms of on camera flash and basic tungsten lighting techniques. The course will focus on the effective combination of aperture, shutter speed and ISO for creative results; by developing those skills you will be able to get a greater understanding of photography, while beginning to think like a real photographer. You will be set mini-assignments between classes, as sharing your pictures with the tutor and the rest of the group will help to build your confidence and take your photos to the next level.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Use your camera in shutter speed and aperture priority modes in different situations
  • Use your camera in manual mode and achieve well-exposed photographs
  • Use camera techniques to create the desirable effects in your photographs
  • Use practical skills to produce creative outcomes

Class format and activities

You will learn actively and practice the demonstrated skills during the sessions; you will continuously be supported by the tutor. All course materials (background notes, handouts, etc.) will be available online and accessible via Microsoft Teams that you will have 24-7 access.

Entry requirements

The course is suitable for those who have an understanding of digital photography and a basic knowledge of camera skills

What you need to know before you enrol

This is a practical hands-on course suitable for those who have basic knowledge of camera skills and wish to not only develop their skills, but also to work on their idea

What you need

You will need a DSLR (or mirrorless) camera that will allow you access to manual controls

What you can do next

You can join the Portrait and fashion photography, the Flash photography using portable speedlights, or the How to create a Photo book workshop