About the course

This course provides an introduction to Digital Photography. You can expect to learn:

• What the formal elements of photography are, and why we use them
• The exposure triangle, and how to use your camera’s priority modes
• How shutter speed creatively affects photographs
• How aperture affects photographs and depth of field
• The golden rules of composition
• How ISO and White balance impact photographs, and how to take control of these on your camera

We will explore a range of photographic genres and techniques including still life, light trails, and portraiture.

Delivery

Learners will attend weekly lessons in college.

You will need to bring a DSLR (digital single lens reflex) camera to the sessions.

Adult education students are given limited access to the library at Collyer’s. The library is available term-time only between 4.30pm and 6pm Monday to Thursdays and from 4.30pm until 5pm on Fridays. The library facilities include computers, study stations, print-based and electronic learning materials, printers and scanners.

There is also a special study room set aside for adult education students on the second floor of the library. Please ask a member of library staff to give you admittance.

Progression

Progress onto our  Advanced Creative Digital Photography courses.

How to apply

If you wish to apply, please click here or call or email us if you have any questions on 01403 216597 or  adulted@collyers.ac.uk.

Fees

Course fees are the same for all students – there are no concessions available. The full fee of £250 is due at the point of booking.

For further details, pleases see our Fees page.