
Photographer: Don Hildred – Food shoot for Uber
Course Summary
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 one month of free email support on the lesson topic of their choice. Please feel free to contact me for more information.
3 Hr – Course Features
On Location
1. Meet at Picnic Point or UniSQ
If your preferred lesson venue is Picnic Point, I will meet you outside the cafe’s entrance on the right. I will be sitting at the table, awaiting your arrival. 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
Camera Basics
Designed for Beginners
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
Travel Photography
For the holiday goers…
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
Manual Exposure
Looking to get off Auto!
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
Photo-Editing
For Post-Processing lovers
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
Document your Artwork
For solo artists
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
Photography Workshops
Get together as a group!
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…
To help speed up the process
- 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.