Course overview
Photography Fundamentals City of Bristol CollegeLearn how to use your digital camera effectively with this eight-week, evening course in digital photography.
You will explore:
- Getting your camera off auto mode
- Using shutter speed creatively
- Controlling depth of field using aperture
- How to work in Manual mode
The Digital Photography Fundamentals course allows students an opportunity to learn new skills in using their digital camera creatively. The course will include creative photography workshops and the use of Adobe software for image editing, including some use of AI.
It is expected that students will complete a small amount of independent study as homework on this course, where additional photographic shoots will take place.
Students will need their own Bridge or DSLR camera to complete this course.
Additional information
Who is this course for?
This adult photography evening course is for adults who have a passion for Photography and a desire to learn how to use the camera creatively to its full potential.
Some adult learners may want to use this course to produce a portfolio of work required to apply for our HNC Photography course.
What you'll learn
You will explore:
– Getting your camera off of auto mode
– Using shutter speed creatively
– Controlling depth of field using aperture
– How to work in Manual mode
Course entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements or interviews for this course.
Learners should have a keen interest in Photography and a desire to learn more techniques in a friendly and supportive setting.
How is the course delivered and assessed?
This course is delivered through a series of hands-on workshops and photo shoots that allow learners to develop a sustainable approach to their image making.
There are no formal assessments with this course, but we do ask students to critique each other’s work to help improve their photography.
Future career and study opportunities
You could choose to apply for the full-time Level 3 Diploma in Photography starting in September. Some adult learners may want to use this course to produce a portfolio of work required to apply for our HNC Photography course.
Additional costs
N/A