Introductory Course |
Introduction |
Getting Started
Introduces the course, and what you'll learn.
Your Camera
Learn a little about your camera, and the other types of digital cameras available.
Graphics Software
Learn a little about graphics editing and management software, and why you should use it.
Photographic Terms
General introduction to photography terms.
Megapixels
Learn about megapixels, CCDs, and other camera technical specifications that determine photo quality.
What Happens When You Take a Photo
Learn about what the camera does when you take a photograph.
Why Not Use Automatic Settings?
Should you use automatic settings, or manual?
Keep the Camera Still
The simplest of ideas can be one of the most important. Get some handy hints here.
Backgrounds
Learn how to compose photographs with the appropriate backgrounds.
Rule of Thirds
Learn about the photo composition technique called the Rule of Thirds to get better photos.
Framing Subjects
Learn how to improve your photographs by learning a little about framing.
Getting Down Low
Get down low to get some great shots from a different perspective.
Getting in Close
Learn how to get in close for a better shot.
Candid Shots
You can get better candid shots by following some of the ideas in this lesson.
Landscapes and Scenery
See how a variety of techniques can be used to improve landscapes and scenic photographs.
A Different Perspective
Take some photos from a different perspective for that unique look.
Your Backyard
You'll be amazed at what you can find even in your own backyard - with a bit of imagination and looking around!
Colors
Learn some ways to use color in your images.
Fill in Flash
Improve your photos where shadows may be a problem.
Lighting and the Sun
Lighting your photos correctly, particularly in the sun, can be tricky. Learn some techniques here.
Action Shots
See some techniques you can use to get better action shots.
Slow Shutter Speeds
Slow shutter speeds can give you some wonderful effects. See them here.
Zooming In
Learn the ins and outs of of using zoom lenses and settings.
Shifting the Focus
You don't always want to focus on the center of the screen. See why here, and learn how to vary the focal point.
Patterns, Lines, Repetition
Use your imagination and take advantage of patterns, lines, and reptitions in the world.
Reflections
See some ideas on getting some reflections into your photographs.
Ideas
A general roundup of some great photographic ideas. Make your photos memorable!
How We Got It
See how we got these shots - and how you can.
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Advanced Course |
Introduction |
Getting Started
Introduces the course, and what you'll learn.
Your Camera
Learn a little about your camera, and the other types of digital cameras available.
Camera Accessories
Learn about some common camera accessories, and why you should consider them.
Post Processing Terminology
We'll be referring to a number of techniques you can perform to improve your images. Get some definitions, and see some examples, here.
Graphics Software
Learn a little about graphics editing and management software, and why you should use it.
Photographic Terms
General introduction to photography terms.
Megapixels
Learn about megapixels, CCDs, and other camera technical specifications that determine photo quality.
What Happens When You Take a Photo
Learn about what the camera does when you take a photograph.
Shutter Speed
Learn about shutter speeds, and how they affect photographs.
Aperture
Learn what Aperture is, how to modify it, and what effects is has on photographs.
ISO Settings
Learn what iSO settings are, what they mean, and how and why they are used.
White Balance
Learn about how cameras automatically determine white balance, and how you can manually override these settings.
Camera Features and Settings |
Camera Modes
All cameras have a variety of preset modes. See what some of the most common ones, and why they are used.
Why Not Use Automatic Settings?
Should you use automatic settings, or manual?
In Camera Settings
Many cameras have the ability to preprocess or post process photographs right on the camera.
Keep the Camera Still
The simplest of ideas can be one of the most important. Get some handy hints here.
Backgrounds
Learn how to compose photographs with the appropriate backgrounds.
Rule of Thirds
Learn about the photo composition technique called the Rule of Thirds to get better photos.
Framing Subjects
Learn how to improve your photographs by learning a little about framing.
Getting Down Low
Get down low to get some great shots from a different perspective.
Getting in Close
Learn how to get in close for a better shot.
The Whole Story
It's not just all about getting close and low. Tell the Whole Story.
Candid Shots
You can get better candid shots by following some of the ideas in this lesson.
Landscapes and Scenery
See how a variety of techniques can be used to improve landscapes and scenic photographs.
A Different Perspective
Take some photos from a different perspective for that unique look.
Your Backyard
You'll be amazed at what you can find even in your own backyard - with a bit of imagination and looking around!
IPhone Tips
The iPhone is one of the most popular cameras around - learn some techniques to get the best of this technology.
Colors
Learn some ways to use color in your images.
Fill in Flash
Improve your photos where shadows may be a problem.
Lighting and the Sun
Lighting your photos correctly, particularly in the sun, can be tricky. Learn some techniques here.
Taking Photos for Online Auctions
Learn how to get the best shots for the products you sell on online auctions.
Taking Shots in Low Light
Learn how to take shots in low light conditions.
Action Shots
See some techniques you can use to get better action shots.
Slow Shutter Speeds
Slow shutter speeds can give you some wonderful effects. See them here.
Zooming In
Learn the ins and outs of of using zoom lenses and settings.
Exposure Bracketing
Many digital cameras have the ability to use exposure bracketing. Learn how to use this to your advantage.
Interval Timer Shooting
If your camera supports interval timer shooting, see some ideas for shots you could never get manually.
Depth of Field Effects
Depth of field effects can provide you with wonderful results - see how to get them on any camera.
Macro Photography
Macro, or close up, photography is another great way to get a different perspective on life.
Shifting the Focus
You don't always want to focus on the center of the screen. See why here, and learn how to vary the focal point.
Patterns, Lines, Repetition
Use your imagination and take advantage of patterns, lines, and reptitions in the world.
Reflections
See some ideas on getting some reflections into your photographs.
Ideas
A general roundup of some great photographic ideas. Make your photos memorable!
How We Got It
See how we got these shots - and how you can.
Movies
Learn about digital camera movies, including standard and HD.
JPEG and RAW Files
Learn about the JPEG and RAW photograph formats.
Chromatic Abberations
Chromatic abberations, or fringing, may be a fact of life for digital photographers. See how it can be fixed.
Histograms
Learn what a histogram is, what it means, and how it can help.
Post Processing ideas
Photos are finished when they leave the camera - see how you can improve them on your computer.
Backing Up
Get some ideas here on the incredibly important idea of backing up your photographs.
Metadata: Embedded Photo information
Every photo taken by digital cameras contains a wealth of information. Learn how to find and view it.
Fixing Photographs
Here we look at Windows Live Photo Gallery techniques for improving photographs.
Creating Panoramas
See how Windows Live Photo Gallery and your camera can create some great panoramic shots.
High Dynamic Range Photography
Learn how multiple shots can be combined to create one super shot.
Geotagging
If your camera has a GPS - or even if it does not - see how geotagging can improve your experience.
Syncing Photos to an iPOD
Learn how to get your digital photos onto your iPod.
Fixing a Photo Case Studies |
Case Study: improving an image
See a case study that details how this photo was improved in a graphics editor.
Case Study: Removing a Shadow
See a case study that details how a photo was improved by removing shadows.
Case Study: Darkening the Background
See a case study that details how this photo was improved by darkening the background.
Case Study: Color Enhancements
See how your graphics editor can improve the color in your photographs.
Case Study: Applying Filters
See how we can improve an image by applying some simple filters.
Case Study: Major Fixes
Not all shots are perfect - but they can all be improved. See how we take a bad shot and turn it into a good one.
Case Study: Using Irregular Selections
Create special effects using irregular selection shapes.
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