About This Course
This course is for those who wish to push the boundaries of their photography. The aim is to show you how aperture priority and shutter priority modes work in different situations.
What kind of student takes this course?
This Digital Photography Level 2 - Intermediate Course is aimed at those who have been taking photographs for a while and want to push the boundaries a little further. Amongst many other things, the course will show you a range shutter speeds and aperture numbers that will completely transform your creative photography.
At the end of the course, you will be able to understand and use all the extra buttons on your camera while also being able to take better shots, even in dark, tricky situations like night time and low light.
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Learn how to control shutter speeds |
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What past experience is needed?
This course assumes that you have been attempting Shutter Priority and Aperture Priority Modes, but not necessarily understanding why some effects work, and some do not. Our goal will be to connect the various dots you already have while showing you some simple, yet key techniques.
Recommended Equipment
To get the most out of this course your camera needs to have Aperture and Shutter Priority modes, ideally an SLR or Mirrorless camera (see here for information on the different types of camera).
COURSE OUTCOMES
At the end of the course, you will be able to confidently use shutters and apertures to get the exact effect you want. You will also be well-prepared to take better flash shots, whether using the built-in flash, or a larger external one.
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Learn how to control depth of field |
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ASSIGNMENTS
This course sets weekly assignments, each one based on the content of that class (course content here). All images are then gently critiqued at the start of the next lesson. We even set a simple assignment for Module one that you can present at the opening class, just to help get you started.
ILLUSTRATED PDF TUTORIAL NOTES
In-depth PDF tutorial notes which are carefully worded and appropriately illustrated are an integral part of all of our courses. Lectures of all kinds tend to have an effect that lasts only a short while, particularly if notes are not supplied. We believe our handouts are the key to making your newly gained knowledge much more long-lasting.
As part of that philosophy, you will receive detailed notes covering the whole course that will aid learning while on the course, and in the weeks and months afterward.
>>More details on our PDF Tutorial Notes here.
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Sample page from the Tutorial Notes
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Course structure
We want to help make your learning experience more relaxed and more enjoyable, so all of our courses are set into specific Modules that cover a central theme. Think of these like the chapters in a book. >>More details on our course structure here.
TV Studio
When we decided to create our own Photography TV Production Company, we were determined to deliver the highest quality video training possible. >>More details on our TV Studio here.
Video Structure
To further help improve your learning experience, we take great care to ensure you always know where you are in one of our training videos. Each Segment Video corresponds to the relevant page in the Tutorial Notes you received, and have the same name and number. >>More details on our Video Structure here
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Learn how to take great travel photos |
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WATCH ON ANY DEVICE
Our Learning Management System (LMS) is considered best in class and has all the features needed to ensure you have a rewarding and enjoyable learning experience. It is intuitive and a joy to use, and works on any device. >>More details on our LMS here
FREE TIPS FOREVER
Participants of this course are welcome to join our exclusive Facebook Discussion Group, where students new and old regularly chime in with answers to your photography issues. >>More details on our Facebook Groups here.
Getting started with Online Learning
Online learning means that you can watch at any time of the day or night, but things can get in the way! >>Here are tips that will make your learning much more effective.
CERTIFICATE
A signed Certificate of Completion is awarded at the end of the course.
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At the end of the course, you will be awarded this Certificate in
Digital Photography - Level 2 |
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A note ABOUT OUR TEACHING METHODS
First and foremost, we believe there are no stupid questions, just questions about things you do not understand. On our courses, you will never be made to feel silly for seeking answers or clarification, that is what you pay us for.
All of our courses are designed around common photography scenarios, either ones that you regularly find yourself in, or would like to find yourself in. Our teaching methodology is designed to show you how to take better pictures in every one of them. The content of all of our courses is developed to build on the previous week's tips. This approach allows you quickly and confidently to understand how to improve every photo you take.
We teach each of our courses in such a way that the knowledge you pick up can be easily spread into other areas of image taking. Photography, at its core, is about shutters, apertures, and ISO, but it is HOW you bring these together for each individual shot that matters.
QUERIES?
If you have any queries about this or any other of our courses, please pop an email to info@iop-online.com
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Every recorded course video comes with the following benefits: |
- On Demand -
play & pause
when you want |
- Lifetime Access -
anytime,
anywhere |
Streaming
AND
downloadable files |
Works on
mobile, tablet
& desktop |
Free lifetime hints
& tips, even after
course is finished |
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