Photographer: Don Hildred – Food shoot for Uber
Course Summary
Everything you need to know
The following photography summary provides a complete breakdown of course topics, activities, goals, and prerequisites.
All courses include printed notes for students to take home and 10 days of free email support for the lesson undertaken. Please contact me if you’d like more information.
Course Agenda
1. Venue Options
Meet at Picnic Point or UniSQ. If you prefer Picnic Point, I will meet you outside the cafe entrance on the right. I will be sitting at the table, waiting for you. Alternatively, you can meet me in the UniSQ refectory.
2. Introduction
Upon arrival, we will make our way to our table to discuss your preferred photography topics and enjoy a refreshing coffee or cup of tea.
3. Camera Theory (2 Hours)
Now, you can settle in to learn how your camera works and responds in different situations. During this time, you are more than welcome to ask me questions as we chat about your topic.
4. Photographic Activities (1 Hour)
We will walk around the Picnic Point Parklands and photograph various subjects during this time. You can photograph landscapes, macro subjects, wildlife, bugs, insects, flowers, depth-of-field and shutter-speed effects, just to name a few.
5. Debrief Discussion
If time permits, we can sit down in the parklands or at a cafe to discuss any areas where you need clarification on what we covered during your lesson.
Course Choices
1. Camera Basics
- Learn the essential controls of your DSLR, mirrorless or compact camera and start taking better photographs immediately.
- Half Day • $150 pp includes take-home notes + 10 days of free support.
Topics
- Camera Essentials
- Lenses Explained
- Focusing Techniques
- Shutter Drive Modes
- Menu Settings
- Shooting Modes
- Exposure Compensation
Activities
- Abstract photography
- Composition
- Focal Point selection
- Intentional movement
- Macro photography
- Landscape photography
- Waterfall photography
Prerequisite
- No prerequisites
2. Travel Photography
- Learn what equipment to take, how to photograph memorable locations, and how to return home with images you’ll be proud to share.
- Half Day • $150 pp includes take-home notes + 10 days of free support.
Topics
- 1.5 Hours of camera theory
- 1.5 Hours of travel photography
- Coffee / Tea on arrival
- Critiquing & Feedback
- Take-home notes
- Friendly atmosphere
- Email/phone support
Activities
- Camera Essentials
- Lenses Explained
- Focusing Techniques
- Menu Settings
- Location Shot List
- Unique Perspectives
- Backing Up Files
Prerequisite
- No prerequisites
3. Manual Exposure
- Master aperture, shutter speed, and ISO, and take creative control over your images.
- Half Day • $150 pp includes take-home notes + 10 days of free support.
Topics
- Exposure Triangle
- ISO Sensitivity
- Shutter Speed
- Focusing Techniques
- Aperture Control
- Exposure Metering
- White Balance
Activities
- Waterfall photography
- Exploring Depth of Field
- Freezing & Blurring
- Camera Movement
- Macro Photography
- Create a Starburst
- Using the Light meter
Prerequisite
- Working knowledge of the camera
4. Photo-Editing
- Learn professional workflows that improve colour, exposure and image quality.
- Half Day • $150 pp includes take-home notes + 10 days of free support.
Goals
- Work on your images
- Overcome a problem
- Start a project
- Set some homework
- Discover what’s possible
- Create a Workflow
- Push your boundaries
Activities
- Image adjustments
- ACR adjustments
- Sharpening
- Generative AI
- Layers
- Blending Modes
- File saving
Software
- Adobe Bridge CC
- Adobe Photoshop CC
- Adobe Lightroom Classic
5. Document your Artwork
Topics
- 1.5 Hours of camera theory
- 1.5 Hours practical activities
- Critiquing & feedback
- Take-home notes
- Work at your own pace
- Friendly atmosphere
- Email/phone support
Activities
- Focal length choice
- ISO settings
- Aperture settings
- Focusing techniques
- Setting up the studio
- Natural or Artificial light
- Basic photo editing
Prerequisite
- No prerequisites
6. Photography Workshops
Choose from:
- Existing courses
- Camera topics
- Photo-Editing
Costs will include:
- Accommodation
- Meals & travel
- Teaching fees
Organising:
- Takes about two weeks
- Anywhere in Qld/NSW
- Maximum 15 students
You can also arrange Group Workshops in and around Queensland and NSW; check out past workshops on my About page.
Please contact me with your proposed workshop duration, date, number of students, location, and course topics so I can give you a quote.
Let me know…
- Camera – Make & Model
- Your favourite subjects
- Software type/version
- Computer operating system
- Wheelchair requirements
- Hearing or sight needs
Contact Don for help
Please feel free to contact me via email if you have any questions.