The basic photography topics covered are:

• Using a range of digital camera functions and settings, including manual and semi-automatic modes, to correctly expose, focus and compose digital photographs in a variety of genres.
• Undertaking practical activities; using your digital camera to take photographs using different file types.
• Transferring images to a computer and carrying out some basic editing tasks including; cropping, colour correction, optical correction, and image processing to personal taste/requirements.

You will be given access to a computer and bespoke editing software.

You will be provided with electronic resources to enhance your learning experience and provide a reminder of the knowledge learned.

Learners will produce an electronic portfolio to evidence completion of the course.

Part-time enrolment fee: £15.00

An interest in photography a basic understanding of photography fundamentals and camera controls and/or Preferably completion of Introduction to Digital Photography at Level 1.

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• Additional support is available for students with learning difficulties and disabilities.
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