The broad principles of photography, whether we use film or digital are often the same or similar and in this respect most of what you read in this course will have relevance to both digital or film. Photography is a craft, the techniques and skills of which we must study and practice learn in order to become proficient. Our craft has a new selection of tools which we should master in order to create beautiful, dramatic, informative images. The tools and technology are the means to the end.
This course can be undertaken by users of film or digital technologies.

COURSE STRUCTURE

The content of each of the six lessons is as outlined below:‑

1. Origins of Photography

Image formation, how light works in photography, lenses, understanding photosensitive materials.

2. Understanding Film & Cameras

Parts of film: supercoat, emulsion, backing support, anti-halation layer; film sensitivity.

Camera Construction, shutter speed, f stop, ASA/ISO

3. The Camera and it’s Use

Camera stability, ways of reducing camera movement, depth of field, filters, fault finding, etc.

4. More on using a camera

Flashes (electronic & manual), flash synchronisation, problems with flash photography (eg. red eyes), using a flash in daylight, special lenses, photo composition.

5. Photographic Techniques

Planning a photo session, Posing for photos, Snapshots, Water photography, The human form, Portraits, Animals, Action, Landscape & Still Life photography.

6. Developing your photographic style

WHAT YOU NEED?

This course can be undertaken successfully without sophisticated camera equipment; however, you do need the use of a camera. An SLR camera is best, but any camera will do. Over the time you do the course, you need to submit photos (either digital images or processed film – in that case a minimum of 5 rolls of film would need to be shot and developed.

All photos you take, and written work you submit will be returned to you.

Aims
Describe how light forms an image in a camera.
Describe how an image can be captured in a camera.
Discuss how you can work at improving your capabilities with respect to taking photographs.
Take photos under a range of more complex conditions.
Improve your technique for taking pictures.
Analyse your photographic skills and develop an increased consciousness of your own photographic style.

Introduction to Digital (SLR) Photography
Total Cost $69 (Tuition: $0 Fees: $69)
Understand your digital single lens reflex (SLR) camera how it works, basic set up and operation, f-stop, shutter speed, ISO, focal length and flash photography. Bring some existing photos, your camera instruction manual and your digital SLR to class. (Snow day 1/28) CRN# SECTION# DAY DATE TIME LOCATION
73799 ART179C R(6) 1/29-3/5 7-9pm HV
74992 ART179D W(6) 1/28-3/11 7-9pm OVH

Shooting Techniques for Digital and Film Cameras
Total Cost $75 (Tuition: $0 Fees: $75)
This hands-on course will broaden your knowledge of the digital and film single-lens-reflex (SLR) cameras. You will use your own camera for in and out-of- class activities. Bring your own functioning SLR camera, at least one lens, at least one roll of film and/or memory card, paper and pen. CRN# SECTION# DAY DATE TIME LOCATION
73733 ART267E M(5) 2/2-3/9 7-9pm CC
73737 ART267F W(5) 3/18-4/22 7-9pm CC
75088 ART267G T(5) 3/24-4/28 7-9pm RHS

Beyond Shooting Techniques for Digital and Film Cameras
Total Cost $79 (Tuition: $0 Fees: $79)
Go beyond the basic function, operation and terminology of your camera. Get to know your digital or film single-lens-reflex (SLR) cameras. Sharpen your photographer’s instincts through in and out of class assignments. Learn to capture the difficult photo. A weekly classroom review and discussion of assignments will be included. This course will include one weekend, daytime shooting session. Bring your SLR (digital and/or film body, no point and shoot cameras), one or more multi-focal length zoom lens; several rolls of film (slide or print) and/or memory cards to class. Prerequisites: “Introduction to Digital (SLR) Photography” and “Shooting Techniques for Digital and Film Cameras” or by permission of instructor. CRN# SECTION# DAY DATE TIME LOCATION
73744 ART253D R(6) 3/19-4/30 7-9:30pm HV
78010 ART253E M(6) 3/22-5/11 7-9:30pm CC

Photography-Black & White Darkroom
Total Cost $105 (Tuition: $0 Fees: $105)
Learn to develop your own black and white film and print the photographs and receive instruction on photo editing, layout and picture taking. Bring your 35mm camera and film to class. Materials fee up to $35 due first class. CRN# SECTION# DAY DATE TIME LOCATION
75074 ARB135C R(8) 2/12-4/2 6:30-9:30pm DUH

Advanced Darkroom Techniques
Total Cost $49 (Tuition: $0 Fees: $49)
Engage in studio work that is structured around composition and work in the darkroom lab. Learn to use special effects and artificial/studio lighting to produce black and white and color images with an advanced theme. A working knowledge of 35mm camera, processing black and white film, and printing is essential. Bring your 35mm camera, gadget bag, and film to class. CRN# SECTION# DAY DATE TIME LOCATION
74965 ART422B T(4) 3/24-4/21 7-9pm CRC

Editing and Printing Your Digital Photos
Total Cost $59 (Tuition: $0 Fees: $59)
If you have basic computer skills, learn how to edit and print the photos taken by a digital camera. Review the fundamental skills of basic digital camera operation that include camera composition, lighting, and framing, in order to create action, still life and candid photos. Topics include computer based editing skills of cropping, color adjustment, and filtering. CRN# SECTION# DAY DATE TIME LOCATION
73996 ART237B T(4) 3/3-24 7-9pm HV

Action Photography
Total Cost $59 (Tuition: $0 Fees: $59)
Learn how to take pictures of people and things moving. As a photographer, you encounter many subjects that move. Often, you may find it difficult to capture these subjects in sharp focus. Discuss the proper techniques for achieving sharp images of moving subjects as well as showing motion of moving subjects. Bring your 35mm SLR or digital SLR camera, film and gadget bag to class. CRN# SECTION# DAY DATE TIME LOCATION
73741 ARB105B W(3) 3/25-4/15 7-9pm EC

Studio Lighting
Total Cost $59 (Tuition: $0 Fees: $59)
This “in-depth” study of studio lighting will examine both electronic flash systems and “hot lights.” Learn how to work with single as well as multiple light sources, “hard and soft light,” angle of light, tabletop product photography and use of backgrounds. An emphasis of student creativity, innovation and a “hands-on” approach will be pursued. CRN# SECTION# DAY DATE TIME LOCATION
73739 ARB129B W(3) 2/25-3/11 7-9pm EC

Photography Pointers for Realtors
Total Cost $39 (Tuition: $14 Fees: $25)
More and more people are starting their home search on the internet. That means the quality of your photos can make or break their decision to tour a home. Improve buyers’ first impressions of your properties by learning some basic photography/imaging. Learn how to use a tripod, white balance and interesting angles to turn every home into a visual palace. CRN# SECTION# DAY DATE TIME LOCATION
73727 ART255C W(1) 3/25 2-5pm HV
73728 ART255D R(1) 4/23 2-5pm HV

Introduction to Commercial Photography
Total Cost $85 (Tuition: $30 Fees: $55)
Learn the elements of earning a living as a commercial photographer. Commercial photography can include anything from commercial facilities to jewelry and fine art. Photograph products for marketing and publication. Bring your single lens reflex (SLR) or point and shoot camera with some manual functions to class. CRN# SECTION# DAY DATE TIME LOCATION
73795 ART258B R(8) 3/5-4/30 7-9pm EC

Landscape Photography in Winter
Total Cost $59 (Tuition $0 Fees $59)
Winter weather provides dramatic lighting, stark color contrasts and makes for visually intriguing subject matter. Learn the basics of landscape photography and how to use these effects when creating your own unique winter landscape images. Bring your 35 mm SLR or digital SLR camera, film and gadget bag to class. CRN# SECTION# DAY DATE TIME LOCATION
73815 ART392B S(3) 1/24-2/7 9-11am CC

Wedding Photography
Total Cost $59 (Tuition: $0 Fees: $59)
Be taking the photos when the bride and groom say, “I do.” Learn all about the lucrative field of wedding photography from posing and lighting techniques through developing rapport with clients to obtain exciting pictures. Equipment photo-journalistic and formal approaches will teach you to capture the essence of a wedding using live models in wedding dress and tails will be on hand. Bring your 35 mm film or digital SLR camera with flash and film or memory cards. CRN# SECTION# DAY DATE TIME LOCATION
75095 ART141B T(3) 2/10-24 6:30-9:30pm RHS

Using a LensBaby
Total Cost $50 (Tuition: $15 Fees: $35)
Learn to use one of the newest most creative lenses available. This lens has a sweet, soft focus with removable apertures that allow you to bend and distort your photograph as you wish. Shoot still-life set ups and portraits using a variety of additional attachments. You must have a single lens reflex (SLR), digital or film camera for this course. Please call 410-780-6533 to notify us of your camera type prior to the start of the class. “LensBaby” lenses are compatible with Canon, Minolta (Sony), Nikon and Pentax cameras. Others may be available upon request. Bring your camera with you to class. CRN# SECTION# DAY DATE TIME LOCATION
73740 ART177B T(3) 4/14-28 6:30-8:30pm HV

Focusing on Lenses
Total Cost $59 (Tuition: $0 Fees: $59)
In this advanced class learn about the various interchangeable lenses that are available for today’s digital SLR cameras. Gain practical knowledge in how to select the right lens for every photo opportunity and use the right settings on your digital camera. This course will include a field trip for an on site photo shoot. Bring your SLR camera that accepts interchangeable lenses, gadget bag, film or memory cards, instruction book, paper and pen. Prerequisites: Introduction to Digital SLR Photography or permission of the instructor. CRN# SECTION# DAY DATE TIME LOCATION
74989 ART241B T(3) 2/24-3/10 7-9pm PMS

Portrait Photography Techniques
Total Cost $59 (Tuition: $0 Fees: $59)
This course is designed to provide students with experience in photographing portraits. Topics include camera, lighting, film basics, and working with and photographing models.

Photographing Baltimore’s Architecture
Total Cost $69 (Tuition: $20 Fees: $49)
Learn to use your SLR, 35 mm and digital cameras to produce photos of the architectural landscape of Baltimore. Determine the appropriate lens and how different focal lengths distort the images, lighting daytime vs. night exposures and the use of flash, f-stop adjustment for appropriate depth of field, time exposures to make people disappear and, proper framing of building details. Bring your 35 mm or digital camera, tripod, gadget bag and film to class. CRN# SECTION# DAY DATE TIME LOCATION
73726 ART421B S(6) 4/18-5/23 10am-12pm CC

Travel Photography
Total Cost $25 (Tuition: $0 Fees: $25)
Shoot unforgettable photos on your vacation this year! Learn essential tips on subject selection, composition and exposure control that let you take powerful pictures of the people and scenery you visit. Capture the essence of place and the unique cultural, architectural and environmental characteristics of your destination. CRN# SECTION# DAY DATE TIME LOCATION
75089 ART174B W(1) 6/3 6-9pm OM