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Camera Introduction
Course Modules

Duration of the course
Camera Introduction is made up of 1 module of approximately 3 hours duration:

This module may be taken as one three-hour day workshop on a weekend day or weeknight.

Aim of the course
By the end of the course you will be able to use a 35mm SLR camera competently and understand how to use photographic techniques to achieve creative effects.

Camera introduction course

Module 101
35mm SLR Camera

  • Types of cameras
  • How cameras work
  • Manual camera controls
  • Camera techniques

Materials needed: A 35mm SLR camera (film cameras (unfortunately not digital) can be borrowed from Zoom In for an additional fee).

Any film 400 ISO or at least 128mg Memory card (digital cameras only). You will also need to pay for processing film into prints.

Objectives of Module:
This module will enable you to use a 35mm SLR or rangefinder camera competently. You will understand how to take great photographs instead of hit and miss shots and use the full functionality of your camera instead of always switching the dial to the green square (or auto function). This includes manual exposure reading, knowing what shutter and aperture controls to use for a given photograph, manual focusing and choice of lenses. Students will also understand what film ISO to buy and/or use. You will also learn how to manipulate the camera to produce varied photographic effects.

Practical Exercise
Shoot one roll of film following exercises in handouts.

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Maedhbhina McCombe
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