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Division of Continuing Education
Fall 2008
 

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Basic Digital Photography Techniques
Digital SLR or 35mm Film

Learn basic digital photography techniques. Learn how to get your camera off ‘program’ or ‘auto’ mode for better pictures. This class offers the opportunity to learn use of shutter and aperture modes for more effective images. Learn proper exposure metering techniques, depth of field, use of filters, flash as well as better composition and travel tips. Student’s cameras must be a digital single lens reflex (SLR) that can be set manually and have interchangeable lenses. No point and shoot cameras, please. Please ready your instruction book and bring it with your camera to class. Field trip to the Desert Botanical Gardens will be on Sat Oct 4, 8:30 - 11am. Students must provide own transportation.
Instructor: Alan Lowy
Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-10074
Class #43469 Sep 11 - Oct 9 7 - 9pm
Fee: $89* 5 Thu, 1 Sat TBA

Int/Adv Digital Photography: Your Portfolio
Continue to enhance your photography skills. Learn about creating a photographic style while building a portfolio and open up new doors to seeing and exploring your vision. You will be given weekly photo assignments to complete for critiques by the instructor and fellow students. Field trip to the Japanese Friendship Garden will be on Sat., Nov 1, 9:30am - 12pm. Repeat students welcome!
Instructor: Alan Lowy
Subject: Cont_ed Course # #100-10110
Class #43471 Oct 16 - Nov 13 7 - 9pm
Fee: $89* 5 Thu, 1 Sat M107

*Savings Package:
Take both Alan Lowy classes and save $19!
Cont_ed #100-10111, #43473, Fee: $159

How to Buy a Digital Camera

There is a lot to learn when you want to switch from a film camera to a digital camera. This discussion seminar will help you find the right camera to meet your needs or to purchase as a gift. Learn basic digital operations and popular features of current models. If you are considering purchasing a camera, don’t do so until you take this class!
Instructor: Jeffrey Schiller
Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-10012
Class #43477 Sep 24 6 - 9pm
Fee: $39 1 Wednesday M201

Digital Photography and Photo Editing NEW!
Learn the basic and advanced features of a digital camera in an easy-to-understand, simple language. Also covered is a hands-on approach using tips and tricks and user-friendly photo-enhancing software for great looking pictures. Some time will be allocated in class for one-on-one help for those who need it. Please bring a digital camera and owner’s manual. A handy comprehensive booklet will be provided. All digital cameras are welcome, however it must include the ability to be manually set.
Instructor: Jeffrey Schiller
Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-10156
Class #49072 Nov 5 - 19 6 - 9:30pm
Fee: $69 3 Wednesdays M129

Ask the Professional Photographer NEW!
Bring questions regarding your inspirations towards photography! Ever want to know how to become a professional photographer, where to gain experience, and what aspects of photography there are for aspiring new photographers in the commercial world? Need to know if you should buy a digital or film camera and what features you want? If you would simply like a critique of your work, bring up to six 8x10 images for a professional review.
Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-10160
Class #49073 Dec 4 6 - 9pm
Fee: $39 1 Thursday M226

ArtSmart: Promote & Sell Your Art
Are you ready to get serious about the business side of your art? You will benefit from this seminar if you are: planning a new career in the arts; already a successful working artist or; at a point in your career where it is time to take that next step toward promoting and selling your work. Discover how to create a professional work environment, learn techniques in self - promotion, establish lasting artist/gallery relations and protect your creative rights. Artists of all disciplines are welcome. A $10 workbook fee is payable in class. Bring a sack lunch.
Instructor: John Attardi
Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-10087
Class #43237 Dec 5 9:30am-4:30pm
Fee: $69 1 Friday K109

 
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