Welcome to Introductory Photography

A classroom-based course without the classroom.
Not your ordinary online course.

Introductory Photography is a course for beginners
who want to finally learn to control their camera to create the images they imagine.

Introductory Photography: Self-Guided

Four comprehensive modules available now for learning on your own, when you’re ready, at your pace.
Learn to take control of your camera so that you use it to fulfill your vision.

• 4 instructional modules sent to you when you register.
• The tutorials consist of detailed written explanations, examples and videos. Multiple examples and demonstrations are included. The tutorials are yours to keep for future reference.
• You will learn when, why and how to use the buttons and controls on your camera. Assignments to practice the concepts are included.
• This course is for people who ‘have a good eye’ and want to skip the lessons on composing an impactful image but want to take charge of their camera and learn on their own.
• Email support if you get stuck.

Topics

Get ready to learn about all the buttons and dials on your camera, what they do and when to use them. The major topics are listed below, many more are included.

• 1. Aperture, depth of field, autofocus settings
• 2. Shutter speed and how to freeze action or imply motion to tell your story, where to focus, panning with the camera, painting with light
• 3. ISO, balancing aperture, shutter speed and ISO, digital noise, exposure compensation, histograms and metering modes.
• 4. Photo gear: about cameras, lenses and other things for your bag. Photo editing software.
• Bonus: Put Introductory Photography all together with a self-guided video tour that reviews, demonstrates and leads you through the ten foundational concepts taught in the lessons.

Important to Know

• $129 + GST
• This class is intended for beginners to photography and people who prefer to learn on their own.
• Students should have a basic knowledge of downloading images to their computer.
• Starts whenever you are ready. Work at your pace.

Try Out a Sample Lesson

Student Reviews

Let Kim tell you how her life was transformed.

• I have to thank you. This course has woken me and sparked a fire I thought I lost a while ago. Hearing the way you speak of art and the amount of work and content you put together in this course blows me away. There’s more passion and life in this than my years in classes at UBC.  Edith
• I just completed the introductory photography course with Dennis. I loved this course. I overcame so many obstacles. Dennis has a gentle way about him. He takes the time to answer your questions. His weekly assignments were very informative with easy to read instructions. Dennis and his wonderful assistants Randy & Mel were with us every step of the way. Dennis is a wonderful instructor, he puts you at ease and has a great sense of humor.
• My humble thanks for all you taught me and for your patience and enthusiasm and inspiration. You’re the most encouraging teacher anyone could ask for and a shining example to me of what a teacher can be. Thank you seems so little for the gift you’ve given me; nevertheless, thank you, Dennis. Kathy
• I said it before but it is all you, Dennis. I had no clue what aperture mode was, second curtain, ICM, etc., last October when I took your first class. You’re a great teacher and it totally exceeded my expectations with online learning. Hope to keep in touch. Thank you for helping me reconnect with a part of myself that I didn’t make time for in the past. Scott

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Refund Policy

This course is guaranteed to take you from beginner to confident. If at any time during the course you are less than satisfied, contact Dennis for a refund. A full refund is available within the first 14 days.

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