Advanced Homeschool "Shooting in Manual" Digital Photography Class

Has your child shown an interest in capturing their world photographically, or perhaps want to know more skills for a potential career in photography?
They may wish to learn more about how to get better photos using the settings of their camera to really capture the beauty, meaning, feeling or message of what they see.
 
This class is perfect for ages 12+, and capped at 3 students per class, who would like to learn to use their DSLR or mirrorless, or other digital camera able to be operated in manual settings (shutter speed, ISO, aperture, white balance etc).
If your student wishes to attend twice for additional help and practice, they are welcome to attend both classes, as it will be very much flexible and student-led class (more like tutoring/mentoring, and very practical rather than theory).
 
WHEN:
Tuesday 26th November, 2024, 11am - 1pm
Tuesday 4th of March, 2025, 11am - 1pm
 
WHERE:
Googong Dam, Googong (exact location given after booking)
 
WHO:
Ideal for students 12+
Having taken the beginner class is a bonus, but not essential
COST: $50 per student
 
WHAT WE'LL COVER:
* practice aesthetic composition of a photo, angles & perspectives, lighting and focus
* the exposure triangle
* operating their individual camera in manual settings
* the role & limitation of lenses in photographic technique
* how photographic techniques can help us communicate ideas, feelings, facts and messages
* discuss career pathways for photographers
* plenty of practice, feedback and questions & answers
 
PROVIDED:
Take-home workbook and work sample display to complete at home using images taken during the class to demonstrate knowledge learned.
 
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
* A DSLR, mirrorless or other manually operated camera
* Any additional lenses a student may have compatible with their camera
* The camera's operation manual (or at least let me know beforehand what camera they are bringing so I can download the manual)
* Bring lunch/snacks, hat/sunscreen and water bottle. This is an outdoor class without drinking water available.
 
OUTCOMES COVERED:
VAS3.1, VAS3.2, VA4-AMC-01, ACAVAM115, ACAVAM121
 
MORE INFO/PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT:
This is an outdoor location with various spots parents can hang out nearby, or you can leave and return.
 
After your class, make the most of coming all the way out to Googong and check out the new BMX track or explore the dam and use your newfound photography skills!
MAKING A SAFE SPACE:
While all care will be taken to provide a safe enviroment for all students, we ask parents to manage safe behaviours for all students as they interact with the environement and its natural risks.
During feedback and collaboration with students and tutor, it is expected that students are kind and respectful towards each other's ideas, feedback and work.
Children remain the responsibility of the parent, who agree to remain nearby should supervision or extra assistance be required.
 
THE FUTURE:
If this workshop goes well, you may be interested in future tutoring/mentorship/social photography club - be sure to let me know after if your child has ideas of how to further support what they've learned in the future!