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Digital Photography Intro - Camera, Controls, & Composition
with Richard Batch
March 8 - May 3 (No Class Apr 12)
Tuesdays 9:30am-12pm
Learn to take sharp, correctly exposed pictures by understanding ISO, shutter speed, aperture, & other camera functions. Composition guidelines taught, and each student picture is critiqued in weekly reviews. 65 pages of instructional handouts. Suitable for DSLR and compact cameras.
Info: rabatch@comcast.net. Minimum age 18. 8 sessions.
$350
In Person (Masks and Vaccination Required)

Digital Editing & Printing with Photoshop and Lightroom
with Richard Batch
March 10 - May 5
Thursdays 9:30am-12pm
For the beginning student. Learn the basic skill sets of Photoshop & Lightroom. Learn to edit your images in your favorite program to maximize the potential of your image. Also, calibrating your monitor, choosing a paper & choosing a printer. We print in class. Lots of instructional handouts.
More info: rabatch@comcast.net. Minimum age 18. 8 sessions.
$350
In Person (Masks and Vaccination Required)

Photoshop Layers + Masks
with Page Carr
March 13 - March 27th
Sundays 11am- 1:30pm
Learn to use Photoshop layers and masks to adjust and retouch images non-destructively. Some experience with Photoshop will be useful, but not required. This course is good preparation for Photoshop compositing and montage work. Illustrated notes will be provided, along with practice images if you need them.
Email pagecarr@gmail.com for more information. Minimum age 17. 3 sessions.
$325
Online

Gardens & Flowers with an iPhone
with Sue Bloom
March 22 - April 12
Tuesdays 3pm-5pm
Explore the beauty and tranquility of the garden, using your iPhone. We will explore the photographic capabilities of the iPhone over 4 consecutive weeks, conducted online via Zoom. We will learn about the native camera app, the pros and cons of various curated apps. Weekly assignments will be given and critiqued, including macro flower photography, approaches to garden photography, using layers and textures in collaging (using apps). Beginner to Advanced – all welcome. Requirements: iPhone (no androids, please) and flash drive. The link to participate will be provided to registered students by the instructor prior to the first class.
Info: sue@suebloom.com. Minimum age 18. 4 sessions.
$175
Online

Advanced Black and White Darkroom Photography
with Bruce Falkinburg
Session 1: March 22 - May 24
Tuesdays, 6:30pm-10:30pm
Session 2: June 7 - August 9
Tuesdays, 6:30pm-10:30pm
Prerequisite: Intro to Black and White Darkroom Photography or prior darkroom experience. This course is for experienced black and white film photographers who want to fine tune their camera and darkroom techniques. Topics will include advanced metering and exposure techniques, film processing strategies, and making fine art prints in the darkroom. We will feature regular special guests who will share their photography journeys and areas of specialization. Walk-ins are welcome for a nightly fee of $30. Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced. This is not a beginner class. Supplies Needed: working film camera of any format, black and white film, black and white photo paper.
More info: bruce.falkinburg@gmail.com. Minimum age 16. 10 sessions.
$300
In Person (Masks and Vaccinations Required)

Intro to Black & White Darkroom Photography
with Peter Kozloski and Karen Keating
March 24 - May 26
Thursdays 6:30 - 10:30pm
This course is for those who love taking black and white photos and want to learn the basics of developing film and printing in the darkroom. We will go over camera function, metering and making good exposures, film processing, and basic to intermediate darkroom printing. This course is a recommended pre-requisite for the Advanced Black and White Darkroom and Open Darkroom programs at Photoworks.Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate. Supplies Needed: working film camera any format, black and white film, black and white photo paper.
More info: pkozloski@gmail.com Minimum age 16. 10 sessions.
$350
In Person (Masks and Vaccinations Required)

Lightroom 2 - Intermediate
Alec Dann
March 30 - April 27
Wednesdays 7pm-9:30pm
Continue on your path to mastering Lightroom. Learn about new advanced Lightroom Classic features like Masking and Color Grading while polishing your Lightroom skills. Class will include live demonstrations of the software plus hands-on practice with your own images. Classes will be held via Zoom. Skill level: Intermediate Requirements: Previous experience with Lightroom, Adobe Photography Plan subscription.
More info: alec.dann@verizon.net, www.alecdannarts.com. Minimum age 16. 5 sessions.
$300
Online

Printing and Making Handmade Photo Books
with David Scherbel
April 5 - 26
Tuesday 1-3pm
Instructor will demonstrate the steps necessary to print and make two different kinds of handmade photography books. Each student will make a leather spine book with pages of photographs they have printed. Students participate in discussions of each proposed book’s design. Book will have approximately 12 pages. Supplies Needed: Instructor will provide necessary materials and tools to make books.
More info: Davidscherbel@gmail.comMinimum age 18. 4 sessions.
$240
In Person (Masks and Vaccinations Required)

Photoshop Compositing Basics
with Page Carr
May 1, 15, & 22 - No Class May 8
Sundays 11am-1:30pm
Learn to combine multiple images into montages and photo-illusions using image layers and image masks. Beginner experience using Photoshop adjustment layers and masks recommended. Illustrated notes will be provided, along with practice images if you need them.
More info: pagecarr@gmail.com. Minimum age 17. 3 sessions.
$325
Online

Words and Pictures
with Frank Van Riper
May 12 - 26
Thursdays 7pm-9:30pm
A creative exercise using your own words or phrases to inspire your photos. In this 3-week course students will use their own language as a catalyst, not merely to illustrate, but to interpret photographically their words and feelings. No experience necessary.
More info: GVR@GVRphoto.com. 3 sessions. Minimum age 18
$250
In Person (Masks and Vaccinations Required)

Design and Print Your Own Photography Books with Online Sites
with David Scherbel
May 25 - June 8
Wednesdays 1- 3pm
Have a collection of photographs you would like to see in a book? Make your own with online book making websites. Class will include steps from start to finish to make your book, including guidance on selecting final photos, text, and effective page designs.
More info: davidscherbel@gmail.com. Minimum age 18. 3 sessions.
$180
In Person (Masks and Vaccinations Required)

Introduction to Adobe Lightroom Classic for Digital Photography
Alec Dann
June 22 - July 27
Wednesdays, 7-9:30pm
Learn how to organize your digital photographs and bring them to life with adjustments that are intuitive and easy-to-learn. Class will include live demonstrations of the software plus hands-on practice with your own images. You will also learn how to set up syncing between your phone and Lightroom on your computer. Classes will be held via Zoom. Skill level: Beginner. Requirements: Adobe Photography Plan subscription.
More info: alec.dann@verizon.net, www.alecdannarts.com. Minimum age 16. 6 sessions.
$360
Online