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Shutterbug Camera Shops offer classes in conventional photography and digital photography. Classes are designed to introduce the beginning photographer to the nuances of the ever changing art of still photography.

 

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Digital for Dummies 3 hours

Instructor: Craig Moore, Photographer-CPC

 

This class will introduce you to the world of digital photography.

 

This entry-level class will cover:

  • Basic Camera Buttons and Options.
  • Camera Menus.
  • Using the computer to download, resize, email, and save photos to CD.
  • Printing, types and differences.

 

$69.00

 

Code

Date

Time

79610

 

Sat. Feb 13, 2010

9:30am – 12:30pm

80793

 

Sat. Mar. 20, 2010

9:30am – 12:30pm

80800

 

Sat. Apr. 17

9:30am – 12:30pm

 

 

Get More from your Compact Digital Camera

Instructor: Craig Moore, Photographer-CPC

 

This Intermediate class will focus on better use of the features of a compact digital camera to take your digital photography to the next level.

  • Aperture and Shutter explained
  • Exposure and Compensation
  • Flash control the Pros use
  • Use of filters for better exposure
  • Composition rules and techniques

 

$69.00

 

Code

Date

Time

79617

 

Sat. Feb 13, 2010

1:30pm – 4:30pm

 

 

Better Pictures w/ a Digital SLR

Instructor: John Howry, Photographer-CPC

 

This two-session course will provide the foundation and knowledge needed for creating great photos with your interchangeable lens digital camera.

 

Session 1: Understanding Your Camera

  • Learn about all your camera controls and auto exposure and focus control, white balance, exposure bracketing, camera handling, ISO control, spot, selective and matrix metering.
  • Stop action or create motion.
  • Depth of field and the use of lenses, tripods, and filters.

  • Learn how to take black and white photos and control the contrast.

 

Field trip

  • Composition, the art of using light and color to enhance your photos.

  • Back lighting and how to use it to improve your photos.

  • Get the best close-ups with your equipment.

  • Shutterbug instructor to guide you on the field trip and to answer questions about your photo gear.

 

Session 2: Trip Review & Flash

  • Bounce and fill flash techniques.

  • Class discussion of photos taken on the field trip. Question & answer.

  • Review methods learned/ practiced on the field trip.

 

$119.00

 

Code

Date

Time

80359

Sun. Feb. 28, 2010

9:00am - 1:30pm

Wed. Mar. 6, 2010

6:00pm - 8:00pm

80807

 

Sun. Mar. 28, 2010

9:00 am - 1:30pm

 

 

Wed. Mar. 31, 2010

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

80814

 

Sun. Apr. 25, 2010

9:00 am - 1:30pm

 

 

Wed. Apr. 28, 2010

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

 

3 Hour Basic Digital SLR Class

Instructor: John Howry, Photographer-CPC

 

Learn the features of your Nikon D200, D300, or D700 Digital SLR Camera. You will

learn about image quality, white balance, ISO, Exposure and Focus conrol. We’ll discuss depth of field, and controlling action, as well as the proper use of lenses. This 3-hour class os for Nikon’s most advanced Digital SLR cameras.

 

Class size is limited, so sign up early.

 

$79.00

 

Code

Date

Time

80527

Nikon

Sat. Mar. 6, 2010

9:30pm - 12:30pm

 

3 Hour Basic Digital SLR Class

Instructor: John Howry, Photographer-CPC

 

Learn all the features of your Canon, Nikon, or Olympus SLR camera. We will explain the creative scene modes and how they can change your photography. We will also cover aperture and shutter speed control. Learn how to correct for back lighting, or use it to your advantage. We will discuss file sizes, menu functions, lenses and flash. Plus learn about white balance and camera handling. Check class dates for your specific brand of camera.

 

$69.00

 

Code

Date

Time

80499

Olympus

Thurs. Mar. 11, 2010

6:00m-9:00pm

80366

Nikon

Sun. Feb.7, 2010

10:00am-1:00pm

80506

Nikon

Sun. Apr.11, 2010

10:00am-1:00pm

80513

Nikon

Sun. Mar. 7, 2010

10:00am-1:00pm

80520

Canon

Sun. Mar. 14, 2010

10:00am-1:00pm

80821

Canon

Sun. Apr. 4, 2010

10:00am-1:00pm

 

 

Outdoor Portrait Photography

Instructor :John Howry, Photographer- CPC

 

Learn how to take better outdoor portraits on location with your camera. You’ll meet at the Shutterbug store on Santa Rosa Ave. at 10am, then go to a great site for the hands-on workshop. This 3-hour class will address:

  • location
  • background
  • best time of day to shoot
  • proper use of lenses
  • white balance
  • use of reflectors
  • posing, and composition.

 

Whether shooting individual or family portraits, you’ll learn to create better photos on this fun day of photography.

 

$89.00

 

Code

Date

Time

79015

 

Sun. April 11, 2010

10:00am – 1:00pm

 

 

Into to Adobe Photoshop Lightroom

Instructor: Tom Crews - CPC

 

Adobe Lightroom software provides one easy application for managing, adjusting, and presenting large volumes of digital photographs allowing less time in front of the computer and more time behind the lens. Learn how Lightroom fits into the overall workflow of processing images. From Import to Print, learn exactly what you need to do and in what order you should do it. Assignments allow students to practice the techniques learned in class. Although not required, to get the most out of this class students should have a laptop computer with Lightroom and Photoshop CS3 (or earlier) program installed.

 

Students are expected to have basic computer skills including how to create, open and save files and to have a basic understanding of Photoshop. We start promptly on time. Please come early enough to allow yourself time to set up your computer before the class starts.

 

$89.00

 

 

Code

Date

Time

78511

Tues. 1/26, 2/2, 2/9, 2010

1:00pm - 3:00pm

 

 

Introduction to Photoshop Elements

Instructor: Tom Crews, - CPC

 

Photoshop Elements is a wonderful image editing program with most of the features of Photoshop which are directed primarily to the photographer. This four session class will concentrate on those features need to edit your digital images. We will cover the basics for understanding Elements including; how to navigate your way around the program, viewing and saving you files, resizing, and cropping. We will focus on understanding layers, image adjustments, using levels, hue/saturation, color balance, how to use the select and image editing tools to work on photographs, and more.

 

Although not mandatory, to get the most out of this class students should have a laptop computer with Elements installed. Assignments allow students to practice the tools and techniques learned in class.

 

 

$139.00

 

Code

Date

Time

80828

Tues. 3/23, 3/30, 4/6

4/13, 4/20, 4/27

10:00am-12:00pm

 

 

Shooting and Processing RAW Files (Intermediate)

Instructor: Tom Crews,-CPC

 

The majority of today’s digital cameras can take and save images as Raw files. What are Raw files? Are they just for professional photographers? What are the advantages and disadvantages of using Raw files? How do you process Raw files, and how does this process fit into one’s overall workflow? These questions and more will be covered in this single session workshop. If you have a notebook computer with either Photoshop or Elements and Raw files, you may bring them to the workshop.

 

$99.00

 

Code

Date

Time

79813

Tues. Feb. 23, 2010

1:00pm – 3:00pm

 

 

How to Shoot Exciting Travel Photographs

Instructor: Tom Crews - CPC

 

Taking photographs on a trip or while traveling, is when “it all comes together.” When you are on a trip, it is for real. This class will show you how to shoot exciting travel photographs. We will start with pre-travel planning. We will discuss what kind of and how much equipment and supplies to take with you to optimize your photographic opportunities. We will cover researching your trip, dealing with local regulations, x-ray damage, passing though customs and more.

 

To improve your photography, we will address the answers to three questions: What is the subject of my photograph? How can I emphasize my subject? How can I simplify the image? We will cover photographing landmarks, photographing people, payment for photography, and shooting in places of worship.

 

A photographic assignment and a field trip will allow students to practice the tools and techniques learned in class. The field trip for this class is planned to the San Francisco Farmers Market located at the San Francisco Ferry Building. Transportation is planned by Golden Gate Ferry from the Larkspur Terminal ($15.70 fare not included in Class Fee listed below).

 

Students need to provide their own cameras and should have a basic understanding of photographic principles. They are expected to participate in discussion, lecture, assignments, and critique.

 

$119.00

 

Code

Date

Time

78504

Fri. Mar. 26, 2010

10:00am-12:00pm

 

 

Sat. Mar. 27, 2010

11:30-12:30pm

 

Fri. Apr. 2, 2010

10:00am-12:00pm

 

 

Getting the Most from Canon’s Digital Photo Professional

Instructor: Tom Crews,-CPC

 

Digital Photo Professional is a free software application from Canon with their digital cameras and is used for organizing and editing digital photos. This workshop will cover the basics for understanding Digital Photo Professional including: view, organizing, saving, and sharing your photos. We will also cover how to edit and improve your photos.

 

Although not required, to get the most out of this class students should have a laptop computer with Digital Photo Professional installed. 

 

$79.00

 

Code

Date

Time

79820

Sat. Feb.16, 2010

10:00am-4:00pm

 

 

Sun. Mar. 21, 2010

10:00am-4:00pm

 

 

All Classes are held in Shutterbug’s Classroom located upstairs at the main store unless otherwise noted in class description.

 

Refund and Credit Policy

Paid registrations must be canceled at least two weeks before the first session to receive a full refund. If canceled within two weeks of the first session, you will receive full credit towards a future class. Credits are good for one year. If we must cancel an activity, we will reschedule. If rescheduling is not possible, we will issue a refund.

 

 

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