Debating if i should take this course

[dphotography]

There is a 24hr course on [FONT='Lucida Grande', 'Lucida Sans', 'Lucida Sans Unicode', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif]photographing people with your digital camera . Its from the community college here in Florida . i'am just debating if i should spend 100.00 on this .I obviously need to learn allot and i have been reading a couple books one is on composition. Has anyone taken a similar course through your community college and is it worth the money . Whats your take on it. Thanks for your time [/FONT]​

 

[dphotography]

There is a 24hr course on [FONT='Lucida Grande', 'Lucida Sans', 'Lucida Sans Unicode', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif]photographing people with your digital camera . Its from the community college here in Florida . i'am just debating if i should spend 100.00 on this .I obviously need to learn allot and i have been reading a couple books one is on composition. Has anyone taken a similar course through your community college and is it worth the money . Whats your take on it. Thanks for your time [/FONT]​

This is what the course offers

• Learn a new skill or enhance existing skills for professional development or personal enrichment.
• New sessions starting monthly with lessons and assignments released weekly.
• 2-4 hours a week in a convenient six-week format.
• Interactive learning environment. Classroom built around discussion areas where you can engage with classmates and instructors.
• Expert instructors develop, lead, and interact with students in each course.
• Award of completion from your learning institution with passing score.

 

[STM]

As long as it is a face to face course it sounds like it ought to be a decent deal. But check to make sure that there are not also "lab fees" that they don't tell you about, which can wind up adding a lot to the final cost of the program.

 

[rexbobcat]

$100 is pretty cheap for a college class.

I mean, most of my books cost more than $100.

And workshops cost several hundred dollars sometimes depending on the nature of the workshop.

I'd say go for it.

 

[dphotography]

$100 is pretty cheap for a college class.

I mean, most of my books cost more than $100.

And workshops cost several hundred dollars sometimes depending on the nature of the workshop.

I'd say go for it.

They have courses that are longer and start at 600.00 . I figured i start small and work myself up . I feel a little overwhelmed since there is so much to learn .Thanks for your reply. I guess your right, nothing to loose lots to gain

 

[dphotography]

As long as it is a face to face course it sounds like it ought to be a decent deal. But check to make sure that there are not also "lab fees" that they don't tell you about, which can wind up adding a lot to the final cost of the program.

Thanks i'am not sure if there is a lab fee. Gotta look into that. Very helpful thanks for your time

 

[Overread17 5]

• Learn a new skill or enhance existing skills for professional development or personal enrichment.
• New sessions starting monthly with lessons and assignments released weekly.
• 2-4 hours a week in a convenient six-week format.
• Interactive learning environment. Classroom built around discussion areas where you can engage with classmates and instructors.
• Expert instructors develop, lead, and interact with students in each course.
• Award of completion from your learning institution with passing score.

Is that what the $100 course offers or are those weekly parts $100 each? $100 for the whole lot sounds way too good to be true, whilst if its $100 a session that might well be more expected.

In addition any idea how big the class sizes are? The bigger the class the more it will swing toward the lower end of the scale and the less personal the course will be. If its pushing a class size of above 20 you'll be missing out on a lot of interaction in the class just because there are so many in such a small time frame. If its 10 or so that is a more ideal working number.

 

[dphotography]

• Learn a new skill or enhance existing skills for professional development or personal enrichment.
• New sessions starting monthly with lessons and assignments released weekly.
• 2-4 hours a week in a convenient six-week format.
• Interactive learning environment. Classroom built around discussion areas where you can engage with classmates and instructors.

• Expert instructors develop, lead, and interact with students in each course.
• Award of completion from your learning institution with passing score.

Is that what the $100 course offers or are those weekly parts $100 each? $100 for the whole lot sounds way too good to be true, whilst if its $100 a session that might well be more expected.

In addition any idea how big the class sizes are? The bigger the class the more it will swing toward the lower end of the scale and the less personal the course will be. If its pushing a class size of above 20 you'll be missing out on a lot of interaction in the class just because there are so many in such a small time frame. If its 10 or so that is a more ideal working number.

its 100.00 for a 6 week course . its gonna be online class . i will have a teacher and i have to do quiz and a test at the end of each lesson. there's all types of courses for photography , there's a couple like the one i'am taking that start at 100.00 and there are some that start at 600.00 and this through the community college . i get a certificate saying i completed the class. .I'am gonna take it .Its through the community college so it can be that bad . LOL...I could only hope .i'll let you know if i learn from it

 

[Overread17 5]

I'm not a fan of online only courses for learning a hands on skill like photography.
Things like the theory of optics/light or the theory of composition then yes that can be taught at distance because the greater part is reading and comprehension. For photography as a skill though you want a teacher there - to see your method and correct at the time; not just providing feedback on photos (you can get that here on a forum for free ).

Only getting photo feedback means that posture; shooting method; lighting angle etc.. a lot of factors are left out of the learning and can be easily overlooked by student and teacher when distance learning.

 

[rmatheson]

I would save your money and go to a site called Lynda.com and join. It costs 25.00 a month and there are tons of photography courses with instructors guiding you. Good luck

 

[dphotography]

I'm not a fan of online only courses for learning a hands on skill like photography.
Things like the theory of optics/light or the theory of composition then yes that can be taught at distance because the greater part is reading and comprehension. For photography as a skill though you want a teacher there - to see your method and correct at the time; not just providing feedback on photos (you can get that here on a forum for free ).

Only getting photo feedback means that posture; shooting method; lighting angle etc.. a lot of factors are left out of the learning and can be easily overlooked by student and teacher when distance learning.

I just got a book on composition by Laurie Excell , i'am gonna read that . But i get what your saying specially since i'am more of a visual learner than a book worm .The classes i'am taking online i have to complete assignments , quizzes and test further than tat i'am not sure what type of interaction i will have with the teacher. i'am gonna give it a try and see what happens . my goal by next year is to get into the art institute . Thanks for the info lots of things to consider if i decide to do more classes else were . if you would like you c&c my photos on a thread i posted earlier ..lol..i would appreciate it

 

[dphotography]

I would save your money and go to a site called Lynda.com and join. It costs 25.00 a month and there are tons of photography courses with instructors guiding you. Good luck

thanks i will check that out

 

[ann]

What are the skills sets they will be teaching. It is one thing to write up a fancy description but another to deliver useful information. (And I say that as a professional photo educator and someone with over 50 years of training and teaching experience.

The course description is very slick, but what is the substance about?

 

[dphotography]

What are the skills sets they will be teaching. It is one thing to write up a fancy description but another to deliver useful information. (And I say that as a professional photo educator and someone with over 50 years of training and teaching experience.

The course description is very slick, but what is the substance about?

[h=5]Wednesday - Lesson 01[/h]

Photographing people is one of the most exciting and complicated kinds of photography. Yet, with just a few skills, you'll soon be taking better pictures of people. In this lesson, we'll begin by exploring digital photography equipment and talk about how to set up an inexpensive home studio.​

[h=5]Friday - Lesson 02[/h]

Today you'll learn about exposure and the pivotal role it plays in photography. We'll talk about the three camera controls that affect exposure, and you'll find out how to use these controls to achieve the desired effect in your photographs.​

[h=4]Week Two[/h][h=5]Wednesday - Lesson 03[/h]

In this lesson, you'll learn about light. Every photo is made from the effects of light on your digital camera's sensor, so the importance of understanding and using light has an enormous impact on your photos. You'll find out how to make the most of indoor and outdoor light and how to use some tactics to give you better shots. Then, we'll explore some difficult lighting situations and how to overcome those problems in order to take great people photos.​

[h=5]Friday - Lesson 04[/h]

In this lesson, you’ll learn how to compose a photo. Photo composition involves not only the primary subject and secondary objects, but also the general look and overall feeling of a photo. You’ll find out how to tackle common composition problems, use the rule of thirds, put tactics to work in order to shoot sharp photos, and use depth of field to your advantage.​

[h=4]Week[/h]

 

[dphotography]

What are the skills sets they will be teaching. It is one thing to write up a fancy description but another to deliver useful information. (And I say that as a professional photo educator and someone with over 50 years of training and teaching experience.

The course description is very slick, but what is the substance about?

[h=5]Wednesday - Lesson 01[/h]

Photographing people is one of the most exciting and complicated kinds of photography. Yet, with just a few skills, you'll soon be taking better pictures of people. In this lesson, we'll begin by exploring digital photography equipment and talk about how to set up an inexpensive home studio.​

[h=5]Friday - Lesson 02[/h]

Today you'll learn about exposure and the pivotal role it plays in photography. We'll talk about the three camera controls that affect exposure, and you'll find out how to use these controls to achieve the desired effect in your photographs.​

[h=4]Week Two[/h][h=5]Wednesday - Lesson 03[/h]

In this lesson, you'll learn about light. Every photo is made from the effects of light on your digital camera's sensor, so the importance of understanding and using light has an enormous impact on your photos. You'll find out how to make the most of indoor and outdoor light and how to use some tactics to give you better shots. Then, we'll explore some difficult lighting situations and how to overcome those problems in order to take great people photos.​

[h=5]Friday - Lesson 04[/h]

In this lesson, you’ll learn how to compose a photo. Photo composition involves not only the primary subject and secondary objects, but also the general look and overall feeling of a photo. You’ll find out how to tackle common composition problems, use the rule of thirds, put tactics to work in order to shoot sharp photos, and use depth of field to your advantage.​

[h=4]Week[/h]

[h=5]Wednesday - Lesson 05[/h]People photographers spend most of their time taking portraits of individuals and groups, but posing and arranging these shots can be difficult. In this lesson, you’ll learn how to solve common problems with portraits and how to arrange and shoot portrait and group photos that give you a true representation of the individual or group.
[h=5]Friday - Lesson 06[/h]In this lesson, you’ll learn how to take photos of faces, hands, and people with their pets. You’ll discover how to manage composition, posing, and angles, and how to capture meaningful photos that communicate to the viewer. You’ll also learn how to handle lighting with pets and how to keep their attention as you photograph them.
[h=4]Week Four[/h][h=5]Wednesday - Lesson 07[/h]In this lesson, you’ll learn how to take photos of babies and children. You’ll discover some practical tips that will help you shoot those intimate, personal photos. We’ll explore techniques for taking photos of children in motion, discuss how to pose kids, and consider specific issues related to photographing babies and newborns.
[h=5]Friday - Lesson 08[/h]Have you ever tried to get some good sports photos, only to be disappointed with the results? Maybe the image was blurry or the gym lighting made your photos have a yellow tint. Sports photography is often rather difficult, but this lesson will help you learn tools and tricks so you can capture great sports images. You'll learn all about managing shutter speed, composition, lighting, and you'll find out what makes a sports photo look great.
[h=4]Week Five[/h][h=5]Wednesday - Lesson 09[/h]In lesson, you'll learn about macro and abstract photography. Macro photography uses specialized lenses and lens attachments that allow you to get very close to items, while abstract photography focuses on photos that may not have a discernable subject. You'll be surprised to know that you can use both of these techniques to create beautiful photos of people, and in this lesson, you'll find out how.
[h=5]Friday - Lesson 10[/h]One of the more challenging types of people photography is shooting formal events, such as proms and weddings. In this lesson, we'll tackle this difficult subject and explore how to manage posing, lighting, and composition. We'll also explore how to manage distractions, problems, and even how to take great photos of inanimate objects, such as the wedding cake!
[h=4]Week Six[/h][h=5]Wednesday - Lesson 11[/h]In this lesson, you'll find out how to make the most of image editing software and your people photos. Even good photos sometimes need a bit of editing work to make them great, and in this lesson, we'll focus on editing techniques specific to photos of people. You'll see how to adjust composition, exposure, and how to fix common problems, such as facial blemishes.
[h=5]Friday - Lesson 12[/h]After you master your people photography skills, you may want to begin a business. In this final lesson, we'll explore the business of photography. You'll find out how to manage clients, the services you'll offer, and you'll learn about photography contracts – a vital part of your business. You'll even be able to download a contract and customize it to meet your business needs.

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