These Level 1 Introductory Classes and Workshops go far beyond taking snapshots with a smart phone.  These classes will begin with how to use your cameras auto setting and then, by understanding and using the camera’s manual settings use the Craft of Photography to create quality images. With this foundation we will incorporate the elements of art and begin to explore the limitless possibilities for the photographer / artist. Photography is an art form that is available to everyone.

Beyond the Basics: Making the Ordinary Extraordinary

Photoshop Elements9 #1 & #2

Level 1 Field Workshops will expand on what has been taught in the Fundamentals. Beyond Basics and Exploring Art Classes and will build a solid foundation for future Level 2 Field Trips. For these workshops it is very important that the student has some working knowledge of the the manual functions of the camera, however these are classes where theory is put to the test and the questions are welcome and encouraged. Each student will be given assignments which will involve the craft of photography and one of the elements of composition / art. There will be an online review / critique of these images - either as a group or individually.  All of the Level 1 workshops will all be held in or within easy driving distance of the Bay Area.