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Photographs of floral designs can often be the only record of a beautiful design or concept. In this introductory workshop students will learn the basics of floral photography & content marketing. Students will learn the essential skills to improve their photography practice and  how to better market, generate a brand and reach out to your...

Understanding that lighting is essential indoors, you now know that it can ruin your shot if not lit properly or make a significant difference. Not only can you flatter who or what you are shooting, but you can alter the feel of your portrait by changing your lights. You have the choice of a light, cheery portrait or a serious and dramatic look just...

Learn and understand your camera’s basic functions If you’ve got a camera and you’re not sure how to use it, then this entry-level class is for you! Digital Photography for Beginners 1: The Basics will help you understand the reasoning behind photographic choices, and leave you with the tools to create stunning imagery without the fuss. Learning...

In this beginning workshop, students will learn all the controls and functions on their digital Single Lens Reflex (SLR) cameras, basic camera operation (including f-stop, shutter speed and ISO), fundamental concepts of photography, and how to control the photograph’s final look. Discussions include composition and light, how to get the background...

Learn how to pose your subjects for that perfect family photo! In Posing for Beginners: Intro to Friend and Family Photography, learn hands-on how to guide your subjects for natural and easy photos. We’ve all seen awkward hand positions and prom photos – learn how to avoid stiff, unnatural photos with this course! Posing a subject or group of...

Learn how to capture images the way documentary photographers do. If you are an intermediate/advanced photographer, find out how to use imagery to make statements without words. This hands-on workshop covers composition, visual direction, lighting (natural and flash), proper lens selection, and controlling depth of field. With an emphasis on the...

This workshop will offer instruction for people who want to learn the ins and outs of their cameras. Improve your skills no matter which camera model you own! Take this Course if you: Just purchased a Digital SLR Camera/Point and shoot camera Want to learn to make simple and creative changes to your pictures using the functions of your camera...

Learn and understand your camera’s exposure modes in After the Auto Mode, where you’ll begin shooting in the AV/TV priority modes and learning the settings that accompany them. If you’ve taken a basic camera class and would like to advance out of the auto mode, you are ready for this fun class! We will teach you how you can be more in control...

Pushing you to meet your unique photographic goals technically and creatively. Working towards developing a strong portfolio & gallery quality work. Prerequisites: Intermediate Photography or Portfolio review

Using simple lighting to better your photography is easy to learn! In this intro to indoor flash lighting, learn how to manage a flash unit to make your photos pop! Many indoor photographic opportunities are inside with low or no light situations. There are many solutions, but one of the best is portable flash! What are the best indoors methods for...

This intro to outdoor flash lighting will give you the skills to manage your flash for outdoor photography. Take the fear out of lighting your photographs in this 2-hour introduction to flash photography. In this class, you’ll learn hands-on how to better use your accessory flash as we explore the Downtown Santa Ana Artists Village. Professional...

This six-month class will introduce students to Street Photography. We’ll study historic and contemporary street shooters, and make our own candid photographs in a variety of Los Angeles locations. We’ll meet once a month on Monday evenings, for lecture and critique, and once a month on Saturdays for a shooting session. Topics covered in class...

Digital Photo Academy instructors are available to accommodate personal schedules and provide a half day, 3 hours of instruction to suit the needs of individual parties. Typically the session will last approximately, beginning with a discussion about the student’s specific camera equipment and photographic needs, then leading into an in-the-field...

Enhance your way of seeing and take your photographic vision to the next level. Through field trips, interesting assignments and critiques, students will advance their technical photographic skills with the primary emphasis on advanced creative camera work, metering and lighting. Student furnishes fully manual DSLR camera & printing. Prerequisites...

Digital Photography for Beginners 3: Shooting in Manual Mode This is a hands-on photography class using the camera and shooting in manual mode.   You will learn how to manually control your shutter speed, aperture and ISO settings and how they work together. If you have taken our, "After The Auto Mode" course or if you already know how to...