Photography Course for Beginners

200,00 380,00 

Course Details

  • Start Date: 13.02.2025
  • Lessons: 14
  • Total Hours: 28
  • Duration: 2 Months
  • Maximum Number of Attendees: 10
  • Teacher: Leonardo Calò

Class Schedule:

  • Course A: Thursday, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
  • Course B: Thursday, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Cost:

  • Course Only: €330
  • Course + Fanzine of the Class (10 Copies): €380

Installments:

  • I Rate: €200 at the time of subscription
  • II Rate: €130 after 4 lessons

How to Subscribe:

You can purchase the course directly from our website, email us at info@photostudioberlin.com, or visit us in person at Berlin Photo Studio, Nazarethkirchstrasse 41, 13347 Berlin.

 


Course Overview

Join our course, “Photography Course for Beginners in Berlin,” to learn the essentials of photography. This course is for beginners and teaches you everything from how to use your camera to advanced techniques. Whether you are new to photography or want to improve your skills, this course will help you create beautiful images and tell stories through your photos.

You will learn through a mix of theory and hands-on practice. By the end of the course, you will know how to control your camera, create interesting compositions, handle different shooting situations, and develop your own style as a photographer.

 


 

What You’ll Learn

  • How cameras and lenses work, including the reflex system.
  • Mastering shutter speeds, ISO, and aperture for perfect exposure.
  • Techniques to avoid motion blur or embrace creative motion effects.
  • Understanding and applying composition rules for balanced, impactful images.
  • Working with light, including exposure metering and white balance.
  • Digital workflow essentials, from RAW vs. JPEG to basic post-production.
  • Insights into the history of photography and influential photographers.

 


Course Structure

This 14-lesson course includes theoretical classes, practical exercises, and engaging reviews to ensure a holistic learning experience. Below is the detailed course breakdown:

  • Lesson 1: The Reflex System – Introduction to Cameras

Discover the history and mechanics of the reflex system, from the camera obscura to modern-day cameras. Learn about ISO, sensitivity, and the components that make your camera work.

  • Lesson 2: Shutter Speeds and Creative Motion

Understand how shutter speeds impact your photos. Learn to freeze motion or create dynamic effects like motion blur and panning. Master the exposure value (EV) and equivalent settings.

  • Lesson 3: Aperture and Depth of Field

Dive into the world of lenses, focal lengths, and aperture. Understand how to achieve stunning depth-of-field effects, from sharp landscapes to beautifully blurred portraits.

  • Lesson 4: Outdoor Practice – Mastering the Basics

Apply the concepts learned so far in a 2-hour outdoor practice session. Experiment with angles, focal lengths, and light to create diverse compositions.

  • Lesson 5: Composition – Rules and Techniques

Explore the art of visual balance. Learn the rules of thirds, leading lines, framing, and how to create compelling images with intentional composition.

  • Lesson 6: Exposure Metering and Techniques

Demystify exposure metering modes (matrix, spot, center-weighted) and learn to handle different lighting conditions using incident and reflected metering techniques.

  • Lesson 7: Outdoor Practice – Exposure and Composition

Put your skills to the test in another 2-hour session. Focus on mastering exposure, capturing backlit subjects, and applying advanced composition rules.

  • Lesson 8: Review Session

Share and review your best and worst shots with the instructor and peers. Gain constructive feedback and learn how to refine your techniques.

  • Lesson 9: White Balance, Autofocus, and Semi-Automatic Modes

Learn to control white balance, and autofocus settings (AF-S, AF-C), and explore the semi-automatic modes (Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, and Program) for creative flexibility.

  • Lesson 10: Outdoor Practice – Advanced Techniques

Experiment with white balance, autofocus, and semi-automatic modes during this 2-hour practical session. Capture a range of subjects using your newfound skills.

  • Lesson 11: Digital Workflow – Post-Production Basics

Understand the difference between RAW and JPEG files, explore basic post-production techniques, and learn how to manage color and prepare files for printing.

  • Lesson 12: Photography History and Great Photographers

Dive into the world of iconic photographers and their work. Analyze how composition and storytelling shaped the history of photography and apply these insights to your work.

  • Lesson 13: Outdoor Practice – Storytelling Through Photos

Create a photo story in this 2-hour session. Combine composition, exposure, and your creative vision to tell a compelling visual narrative.

  • Lesson 14: Final Review and Feedback

Present your final project to the instructor and class. Receive personalized feedback and celebrate your progress as a photographer.

 


 

Who Is This Course For?

This course is perfect for anyone who:

  • Wants to understand their camera and the basics of photography.
  • Is a beginner eager to explore photography as a hobby or profession.
  • Desires hands-on experience with expert guidance.
  • Seeks to master both technical skills and creative techniques.

 


 

 

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