Q:
I would like to understand how to use my camera when taking
pictures in different light conditions. What would you recommend?
A:
Basic
Photography, which is our most popular course, caters
for the absolute beginner. This course will give you all the
basics you need to understand your camera and also learn and
understand darkroom techniques to help produce good prints.
Alternatively you may wish to attend either our Camera
Introduction workshop, which will introduce you to your
camera's manual controls or our Camera
Basics, which will take you through manual camera control
and composition allowing time for feed back from the tutor
on your work and understanding.
Q:
Please can you send me a brochure of your courses?
A:
We are a small ‘unsubsidised’
not-for-profit organisation and in order to keep our costs
down we try to give as much information as possible on our
web site, which we can change constantly and therefore keep
our information up to date. We do not have a brochure of our
courses, but all course information can be found in our Photography
Courses section. If you’re having trouble finding
the information you’re looking for, please complete
our Enquiry
Form.
A:
Our courses are designed for people
at all ages and levels of photography knowledge. The youngest
student we ever had was Yan, at nine years old and the oldest
so far has been 68 years old. If you are or know a young person
who may be interested in attending one of our photographic
workshops specifically tailored for young people please call
our Photography and Education Worker on +44 (0)20 7720 2891
between 11 am and 6 pm.
Q:
Can I book the darkroom in the evenings?
A:
The darkroom is always open weekdays
during the day and we are usually open some evenings and also
at weekends. To use the darkroom, or any of our facilities
you need to join as a member. Once you have joined you will
receive updates of darkroom availability online. For more
information on the benefits of joining and how to join, please
see the Becoming
a Member section.
A:
Once you have booked on to a course
your place is not secured until your course fee has
been received. Therefore, once we have put your name down
for a course it is important to send in your course fee within
two weeks to avoid disappointment. If your course fee is
not received within two weeks of booking on to a course your
place may be offered to someone else.
Q:
If I want to do more than one course, do I need
to fill in forms for each course individually?
A:
Our online Booking
Form allows you to book places on up to 4 different courses.
Just fill in the details of the course name, dates and the
number of places for each course on a separate line.
Q:
I have a digital SLR camera and would like to
learn depth of field, shutter speed, how to take a good picture
etc. What is the best course for this?
A:
Our Digital
Photography course, which caters for the absolute
beginner. This course will give you all the basics you need
to understand your camera and also learn and understand digital
darkroom techniques to help produce good prints. Alternatively
either our Camera
Introduction will introduce you to your cameras manual
controls or Camera
Basics, will take you through manual camera control and
composition allowing time for feed back from the tutor on
your work and understanding.
Q:
Do you do discounts on membership at Zoom In?
A:
If you are already a member of the
Photographers Gallery you may receive 10% discount on membership.
In addition if you become a member of Zoom In you may receive
discount on membership at the Photographers
Gallery.
A:
Zoom In does offer Gift Vouchers
which might be more suitable for a present. Our Gift Vouchers
are redeemable against any of Zoom In courses or services.
Please note that Gift Voucher are valid for one year from
date of purchase and are non-refundable. Our Gift Vouchers
can not yet be purchased online so please call the number
below for more informations and we can arrange to produce
a personalized Gift Voucher for you. Telephone: +44 (0)20
7720 7437 between 10am and 6pm.
Q:
How can I find out when the Darkroom is available?
A:
When you become
a member, in addition to access to the Darkroom
Diary as part of the Members
section of this web site you will also receive updates by
email of availability in the darkroom. Alternatively we have
a members telephone line +44 (0)20 7720 2891 between 10am
and 6pm, where we can take bookings for darkroom sessions.
Q:
I would like to do some of your courses but
I do not have my own camera. Can I hire one at Zoom In?
A:
If
you do not have a camera it may be possible to access one
of Zoom In's cameras for additional fee. Please contact us
on +44
(0)20 7720 7437 (from 09.00 - 13.00 hrs) for
more details. It may however, be more cost effective to buy
one.
Q:
How can I find out what the best camera to buy
is?
A:
Our What
Camera to Buy page will give
you some ideas on what type of camera will suit you best,
whether it’s old, new, SLR or digital.
Q:
Are film, photographic paper etc included in
the price of the courses?
A:
The course fee covers the teaching
and access to our Darkroom Facilities. There is no extra charge
for the chemicals that you will use, but you will need to
pay for your own film, paper and any developing that needs
to be done commercially. Details of course materials are sent
out with course confirmation details.
Q:
Can I get a refund if I can't attend the course
or I miss a lesson?
A:
We have certain costs that need to
be met in order that we can fund and run both our courses
we provide for individuals and those we provide for local
community groups. Our Terms
and Conditions are set out to be as accommodating as possible
whilst insuring Zoom In against loss of income through
cancellations.
Q:
Does Zoom In offer any 'master classes' on a
one to one basis?
A:
One
to One tuition is available through Zoom In. Please see
our One to One tuition
page or alternatively contact us on +44 (0)20 7720 7437 between
9 am and 1 pm to let us know what you would like to learn
and we can discuss your options.
Q:
How big are the classes at Zoom In?
A:
The maximum class size here is 11
students, often the classes are smaller than this. Our courses
are small enough to ensure that there is plenty of time to
ask your tutor questions.
Q:
I understand that you have volunteers at Zoom
In, how could I become one and what does it entail?
A:
Zoom In is always looking for volunteers
in all areas. Anyone can be a volunteer; enthusiasm is all
that’s necessary! We’d be particularly happy to
hear from you if you’re interested in helping with fundraising
or helping us with keeping things running day to day.
Q:
Are Zoom In courses accredited?
A:
We plan to run accredited courses
the future but at the moment none of the courses we run are
accredited. All our courses are aimed at both the amateur
and those hoping to pursue a more serious vocation in photography.
We can help you build up a portfolio that will help you apply
for work or further educational studies. If you are still
looking for an accredited course please see Morley College,
who run a City and Guilds course on our premises.
Q:
How much experience do I need to take a Developing
Photography Skills (Level 2) course?
A:
The Developing Photography Skills
courses are aimed at people who have a firm grasp of the basic
techniques.
If you would like to take Camera
Techniques (Level 2) or Travel
Photography you will be expected to have some knowledge
of using an SLR with its manual camera control (shutters,
apertures and manual exposure reading). If you have never
really used your manual settings before we offer a Camera
Introduction and Camera
Basics, which provides students with all they need to
know to go on to Camera Techniques 2.
For general information please email us
via our general
enquiry form.
Or see our contact
details for enquiries to specific departments.
Telephone for course information: 020 7720 7437 (from 9.00 - 13.00)
Telephone for Membership, Volunteering, Community Education: 020 7720
2891 (from 12.30 - 17.30)
Zoom In limited Clapham Leisure Centre Clapham Manor Street London
SW4 6DB
Company Registered in England and Wales No: 03439591
Registered Charity No 1101308 - Registered Office as above
