Beginners Photography Course - 5 Weekly Evening Classes
Coventry and Kenilworth
Are you a beginner eager to enhance your photography skills? Do you want to master the basics of camera focus, composition, and lighting? Look no further! Enroll in our basic photography courses for beginners in Coventry, led by the proficient and seasoned tutor, Alan Ranger. Under his guidance, you'll gain the confidence and expertise required to capture breathtaking images and express your artistic vision through the lens of your camera.
Why Take a Beginners Photography Course?
Photography is more than just pointing and shooting; it's an art that demands technical proficiency and a sharp eye for composition. While you can grasp the photography basics through trial and error, signing up for a photography course for beginners will expedite your learning journey and help you sidestep common pitfalls. Here are some reasons why taking photography lessons is advantageous:
Master Camera Settings: Understand the ins and outs of your camera, from automatic modes to manual exposure settings. Gain control over aperture, ISO, and shutter speed to achieve the desired effects in your images.
Develop Composition Skills: Learn the principles of composition and how to create visually appealing photographs. Discover how to frame your subjects, balance elements, and use lighting to enhance your images.
Expand Your Knowledge: Dive deeper into essential concepts such as exposure, focus, depth of field, and white balance. Understand the technical aspects of photography to unleash your creative potential.
Receive Expert Guidance: Benefit from the expertise of a professional tutor who will guide you through the course. Alan Ranger, with his years of experience and passion for photography, will provide valuable insights and feedback to help you improve your skills.
Structured Learning: Our beginners photography course is designed to provide a systematic and comprehensive learning experience. Each week, you'll focus on a specific aspect of photography, building upon your knowledge and skills.
Summary
- The fundamentals of camera operation and composition
Coventry and Kenilworth
Five Weekly Evening Classes - 19:00- 21:00. One night a week for five or four weeks (Mon to Thu options)
(If you can't make one of the weeks, then you can attend a future course for the missed week at no extra cost)
Also available as 1-2-1 private tuition (Book 2 hr slots - weekdays between 9 am - 5 pm)
From £230
This beginners photography course will provide you with all the essential foundations on camera settings, composition and use of your equipment. With theory and practical lessons, together with assignments, you will be a more confident and knowledgeable photographer.
Week 2-5 Can be booked separately (as 4 weeks) if you have attended the Get Off Auto (Wk 1 class) or have equivalent knowledge.
Why not commit to the Beginners Photography Course and Lightroom Course simultaneously and save £75 on both? Do the Photography Course first and take the Photo Editing with Lightroom Course within six months of completion date. Details here: Beginners Course Combo
Spaces for each course are limited, so make sure to secure your spot early. If you need to change your course date, please notify us at least four weeks in advance. Please note that a rebooking fee may apply for changes made within four weeks of the event date.
Additional Opportunities for Growth
Once you've completed our beginner's photography course, you may be interested in further honing your skills. We offer a range of intermediate masterclasses and courses to help you continue your photography journey:
Photo Editing Course with Lightroom for Beginners
These next-step photography courses provide more advanced techniques, in-depth knowledge, and personalised mentoring to help you reach new heights in your photography.
Get Started on Your Photography Journey Today
Don't hesitate to pursue your passion for photography. Enroll in our photography courses for beginners in Coventry and embark on a transformative learning journey. Under the expert guidance of Alan Ranger, you'll acquire the skills, confidence, and creative vision necessary to capture breathtaking images with your camera. This photography course for beginners is designed to meet you at your current skill level and focus on propelling you towards your photography goals. Whether you're a novice or an enthusiast, our course is tailored to your needs.
To secure your spot in our photography course for beginners, visit our website and choose the start date that suits you best. We eagerly anticipate welcoming you to our photography community and witnessing your growth through our beginner photography course. Let your journey begin!
Course Structure and Content
Our photography course for beginners consists of five weekly evening sessions, each spanning two hours. Whether you opt for the Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday slot, you'll have the flexibility to accommodate the course into your schedule. If you can't attend one of the weeks, don't fret! You can compensate for it by attending a future photography course at no additional charge.
Week 1: Get Off Auto
In the inaugural week of our digital photography course, you'll dive into the essentials of photography, learning how to transition from automatic modes to manual control of your camera settings. Explore the photographic workflow, comprehend the exposure triangle (aperture, ISO, and shutter speed), and uncover composition techniques to enhance your images in our basic photography courses.
Week 2: Exposure
Building upon your knowledge from Week 1 of our photography course, Week 2 hones in on exposure. Revisit exposure concepts, learn about metering, histograms, and exposure compensation in our course. Engage in practical exercises and assignments to refine your exposure skills.
Week 3: Essential Camera Settings
Delve deeper into the critical camera settings that can revolutionize your images in our photography course for beginners. Explore focusing techniques, depth of field, and white balance. Gain a more profound understanding of stops, dynamic range, and bracketing to capture the perfect shot.
Week 4: Composition
Composition is the cornerstone of creating impactful photographs. In this week's photography course, you'll learn about the elements of composition, such as subject, narrative, and light. Discover how to create compelling images by applying composition techniques and intentionality in your photography.
Week 5: Equipment Needed
In the final week of this digital photography course, you'll delve into the technical aspects of photography, including the camera gear and different modes. You'll comprehend the distinctions between shooting in JPG and RAW in digital photography, the advantages of using filters, the variety of lenses, and the significance of tripods and other vital gear in this course.
Throughout this beginner's photography course, you'll have the chance to complete practical assignments, allowing you to apply your newly acquired skills and receive feedback from the tutor. This hands-on approach in our course will reinforce your learning and help you evolve as a photographer in our beginner photography classes.
You will need a DSLR camera, with any lens as you work through the different camera modes to transition you to manual exposure and working with the adjustments required in natural light.
Course Start Dates & Booking:
Beginners Photography Course
Enrolment Dates
Note Week 2 of 5 is for those who have already completed the 1st week of 5 (Get Off Auto Class)
