Adventures Online: Advanced Digital Photography Techniques
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At a Glance
What You'll Learn
- Take a deeper dive into the photographic genres of portrait, landscape, street, architecture, macro, astrophotography and wildlife.
- Add to your skillset during informative lectures and homework opportunities that allow you to practice as you learn.
- Enjoy opportunities to share your photos in friendly group critique sessions with your fellow Road Scholars.
General Notes
Please note: This expert may not be available for every date of this program.
Activity note: Today’s session will start at 1:00 p.m. Eastern Time and end at 4:00 p.m.
Afternoon: 1:00 p.m.: Orientation and Introductions (30 minutes). 1:30 p.m.: Lesson – Prepare for Launch – Fundamentals Check (1 hour). Before we delve into advanced techniques, we’ll spend some time reviewing the fundamental concepts they are built upon, including exposure, composition, focus, and perspective. 2:30 p.m.: Break (15 minutes). 2:45 p.m.: Lesson – You Know What They Say About Dogs and Tricks (1 hour). Photography is a creative endeavor that can provide a lifetime of learning, satisfaction and growth. We’ll break down the 10 obstacles photographers must overcome to unlock their full potential. 3:45 p.m.: Wrap-up and Homework Assignment (15 minutes).
Activity note: Today’s session will start at 1:00 p.m. Eastern Time and end at 4:00 p.m.
Afternoon: 1:00 p.m.: Lesson: Learn Light – How to See Like a Camera (1 hour). We will explore the characteristics and qualities of light, and how to capture it with precision and panache. 2:00 p.m.: Break (15 minutes). 2:15 p.m.: Lesson – Landscapes Techniques (45 minutes). Capturing incredible scenic beauty isn’t as easy as it looks. We will discuss composition, atmosphere, long exposures, and gear considerations. 3:00 p.m.: Lesson – Astrophotography Techniques (30 minutes). Night sky photography involves special techniques to ensure proper exposure and sharp details. We’ll shed some light on the subject. 3:30 p.m.: Wrap-up and Homework Assignment (30 minutes).
Activity note: Today’s session will start at 1:00 p.m. Eastern Time and end at 4:00 p.m.
Afternoon: 1:00 p.m.: Lesson – People are Powerful – Portrait Techniques (1 hour). Capturing people is challenging. We will study posing, lighting, lens selection, and the power of the human face. 2:00 p.m.: Break (15 minutes). 2:15 p.m.: Lesson – Street Photography Techniques (30 minutes). We’ll discuss how to photograph people and places with an emphasis on honesty and respect. 2:45 p.m.: Lesson – Macro Photography Techniques (30 minutes). Close-up photography opens up new worlds. We’ll explore some of the best practices. 3:15 p.m.: Participant Photos Critiqued – Part 1 (45 minutes).
Activity note: Today’s session will start at 1:00 p.m. Eastern Time and end at 4:00 p.m.
Afternoon: 1:00 p.m.: Lesson – Wildlife Photography (1 hour). Photographing animals can be immensely satisfying. We will discuss exposure and focus techniques, animal behavior, and gear considerations. 2:00 p.m.: Break (15 minutes). 2:15 p.m.: Lesson – Architecture Photography (30 minutes). We’ll discuss how to capture the interiors and exteriors of buildings including perspective control, lighting and gear considerations. 2:45 p.m.: Lesson – Panoramas – Breaking Boundaries (30 minutes). By capturing multiple images, you can expand the capabilities of your camera. We’ll learn how to capture and create incredible panoramas. 3:15 p.m.: Participant Photos Critiqued – Part 2 (45 minutes). This concludes our program.