DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY COURSE
Last 2 Day Course on offer!
14TH SEPTEMBER 9.00 - 16.00 & 21ST SEPTEMBER 13.00 - 20.00
DHEKELIA GARRISON
€95 per candidate
This course is a great opportunity to learn the basics of Digital Photography. You will be taught by a professional photographer on how to get the camera away from the auto function and put you in control of the photos that you are taking. You will understand all about shutter speed, aperture and depth of field amongst other requirements such as what ISO is and stands for to help you take fantastic shots in the future.
... Ideally you will require a Digital Single Lens Reflex (DSLR) camera to attend the course. However if you don’t have one, then let us know and one may well be provided. The course will be held over two consecutive Weekends (see dates above) and to get the most from the course a small project will be given out to do during the week in-between. To ensure there is enough time for students this course will be capped in numbers. Hope to see you soon.
If you have any questions at all then please do not hesitate to contact us on 97803994.
Leanne & Danny
Leanne Marsh - April 2013
I originally went on the basic photography course as I live in a beautiful country with so much to look at (especially the storms), had a fairly decent camera and apart from the auto button and had absolutely no idea how to use it! This course is brilliant for the beginner that I was. I got taught about lighting, movement, depth of field etc and all those little settings you didn't know you had on your camera. We got taken out and shown how to take pictures, use our imagination and actually think ahead about the shots. I would thoroughly recommend this course to any beginner that wants to better their pictures in every way.
Sara Colwill - April 2013
I highly recommend anyone who has an interest in photography to do this course . I have been taking photographs for years i have literally thousands and thousands on my computer, But none can compare to the pictures i can take now thanks to Leanne and Danny. the course is amazing not only is it value for the price, it has taught me how to take my self out of auto, and use my camera to its full potential, i am impressed with the results, and i can tell you that both Leanne and Danny are lovely people and if you are considering to go on their course you would not be disappointed.
Lou Wilke - April 2013
I've always loved taking pictures, but found I got lucky on the auto mode due to a good camera and lens. Since doing the photography course, I'm now thinking about my pictures differently - how I actually want them to look, rather than pointing, shooting and hoping for the best! And now I know what I need to use to get those shots. The course is a good mix of classroom and practical, and Danny is a great teacher; patient, honest and critical - in a good way! I'd recommend this course to anyone who wants to get the best out of their camera and to learn how to make good shots great! You've turned a happy snapper into a budding photographer!
Katie Holmes - November 2012
'Years ago I was brought a DSLR and never really knew what I was doing and it was permanently set on automatic! When the opportunity arose to attend a course at Dhekelia with Tartan-Heart Photography it was something that definitely appealed to me.
Thanks to Danny, I now have a much better understanding of photography and can take full advantage of my camera. His low-tech approach, breaking down individual elements and uncomplicated explanations made it easy for me to gain priceless knowledge. I particular enjoyed the outdoor shoots...even though we could always guarantee bad weather!
I have seen a huge difference in my photos and not with the automatic features on my camera! I recommend this course to anyone wanting to step into the world of photography'
Tartan Heart Photography will be launching their 5 day and 10 day courses in October. Dates to be announced shortly.
Here is our course itinerary for the Digital Photography Courses.
Ten Day Digital Photography Course Programme .
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Serial |
Day / Time |
Subject |
Location |
Remarks |
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1 |
Day One 0900 - 1230 |
Introduction to the course Key Skills in Running a Business
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Tartan-Heart Photography Studios Dhekelia (PSD) |
To include all health and safety procedures while working in the studio and on location.
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2 |
1230 - 1330 |
Lunch |
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Local facilities
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3 |
1330 – 1630 |
Understanding Exposure |
PSD |
Basic camera setting explained in detail
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4 |
Day Two 0900 - 1230 |
Understanding and working with Shutter Speed and Aperture priority
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PSD |
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5 |
1230 - 1330 |
Lunch |
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Local facilities
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6 |
1330 – 1630 |
Practising the techniques required for Shutter Speed and Aperture priority
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Larnaca Seafront |
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7 |
Day Three 0900 - 1230 |
View and discuss photographs from previous day – Introduction to digital manipulation ( Photoshop )
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PSD |
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8 |
1230 - 1330 |
Lunch
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Local facilities |
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9 |
1330 - 1630 |
Introduction to Fashion Photography |
PSD & Local Fishing Harbour |
Working with local models
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10 |
Day Four 0900- 1230 |
View and discuss Photographs from previous day Expand on digital manipulation for a fashion shoot including using Portrait Professional plug in.
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PSD |
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11 |
1230 - 1330 |
Lunch |
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Packed lunch required – Travel to local resort |
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12 |
1330 - 1630 |
Introduction to Landscape Photography
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Local coastal town
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13 |
Day Five 0900 - 1230 |
Event Photography including how to provide a service and make money at military events
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PSD – Local Hotel / WO & Sgt Mess |
Working with two models |
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14 |
1230 – 1330 |
Lunch
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Local facilities |
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15 |
1330 – 1600 |
Editing Landscapes and event photographs with Photoshop and Photo-matrix
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PSD |
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16 |
1600 – 1630 |
Course debrief on first week and look forward to week two
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PSD |
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Week Two
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Serial |
Day / Time |
Subject |
Location |
Remarks |
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17 |
Day Six 0930 – 1230 |
Underwater Photography Sea life Fashion Fine Art
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Local Swimming Pool Seafront Area |
Working with models |
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18 |
1230 – 1330 |
Lunch
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Local facilities |
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19 |
1330 – 1630 |
Underwater Photography Sea life Fashion Fine Art
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Local Swimming Pool Seafront Area |
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20 |
Day Seven 0900- 1230 |
Discussion and digital manipulation regarding the underwater shoot. Introduction into Green Screen
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PSD |
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21 |
1230 – 1630 |
Visit local historical site for workshop in Black and White Photography |
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Working with local models. Packed meal required
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22 |
Day Eight 0900 – 1230
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Working with low light in the studio |
PSD |
Working with models. |
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23 |
1230 - 1730 |
Free Time
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24 |
1730 - 2200 |
Night Time photography including sunsets on the beach.
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Local beaches and nightlife |
Working with Models and landscapes |
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25 |
Day Nine 0900- 1230
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Working with Pets and Families |
PSD and Local Area |
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26 |
1230 - 1330 |
Lunch
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Local Facilities |
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27 |
1330 – 1630 |
How to get the best from a wedding party on their big day |
Local Church |
Working with Models |
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28 |
Day Ten 0900 – 1230 |
Presentation of Student Portfolios with advice on setup and content
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PSD |
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29 |
1230 – 1330 |
Lunch
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Local facilities |
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30 |
1330 - 1630 |
Completion of Photography Diary and course critique Final wash up
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PSD |
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