Why Manual Mode Matters
In today's world of digital photography, the allure of Automatic Mode can be irresistible. You point, you shoot, and the camera does the rest. But what if we told you that your camera is capable of so much more?
Manual mode is the gateway to unlocking your camera's full potential. It's the key to crafting breathtaking images, tailored to your vision. It's the path to becoming a photographer, not just a picture-taker.
Your Promise: Confidence in Any Situation
We make a promise to you: by the end of this 10-week journey, held for a small group of only three participants at a time, you will be confident using your camera in manual mode, no matter the situation. Whether you're capturing a once-in-a-lifetime portrait, the high-speed action of a sports event, or the serene beauty of a landscape, you'll have the skills and knowledge to seize the moment.
Course Format:
Small Group: Limited to just three passionate individuals per session
Duration: A 10-week program
Weekly Meetings: One 2-hour session each week
Follow-ups: A dedicated follow-up session one month and three months after the course ends
Duration: A 10-week program
Weekly Meetings: One 2-hour session each week
Follow-ups: A dedicated follow-up session one month and three months after the course ends
Held In Person in Kells, County Meath
Our course is held in person in the picturesque town of Kells in County Meath.
Invest in Your Passion for Just €300
This course is for individuals who are ready to transition from Auto Mode to Manual Mode. It's for aspiring photographers, enthusiasts, and anyone who wants to harness the power of their camera and explore the world of creative photography. We believe that passionate individuals should have the opportunity to master manual photography without breaking the bank. That's why we offer this transformative 10-week course at the affordable price of €300.
Join us on this transformative adventure as we dive deep into the Exposure Triangle, explore the art of composition, learn to control light, and discover the magic of post-processing.
Don't let your camera dictate your photography. Take the first step toward creative control, join "Mastering Manual Photography" today, and embark on a journey that will change the way you see and capture the world.
Don't let your camera dictate your photography. Take the first step toward creative control, join "Mastering Manual Photography" today, and embark on a journey that will change the way you see and capture the world.
For Enrollment or Inquiries, Contact Us:
Call: 0892207198
Email: info@imresimon.com
**Day 1: Introduction to Photography, ISO, and Depth of Field**
- Overview of the course and its objectives
- Importance of manual photography
- Basics of the Exposure Triangle: Aperture, Shutter Speed, and ISO
- What is ISO and how it affects image sensitivity
- Understanding the Histogram and its role in exposure evaluation
- Practical exercises to control ISO settings and understand their impact on image quality
- Learning to Use the Built-in Light Meter: Understanding and using the camera's built-in light meter for accurate exposure measurements
- Overview of the course and its objectives
- Importance of manual photography
- Basics of the Exposure Triangle: Aperture, Shutter Speed, and ISO
- What is ISO and how it affects image sensitivity
- Understanding the Histogram and its role in exposure evaluation
- Practical exercises to control ISO settings and understand their impact on image quality
- Learning to Use the Built-in Light Meter: Understanding and using the camera's built-in light meter for accurate exposure measurements
**Day 2: Understanding Aperture and Controlling Background Blur**
- What is Aperture and how it affects your photos
- Aperture settings and their creative uses
- Practical exercises to control depth of field
- 3 Ways to Control Background Blur:
- Aperture settings and their impact on background blur
- The use of different lenses for achieving specific background effects
- Hands-on activities
- What is Aperture and how it affects your photos
- Aperture settings and their creative uses
- Practical exercises to control depth of field
- 3 Ways to Control Background Blur:
- Aperture settings and their impact on background blur
- The use of different lenses for achieving specific background effects
- Hands-on activities
**Day 3: Understanding Shutter Speed**
- What is Shutter Speed and its impact on images
- Shutter Speed settings and creative applications
- Hands-on activities
- What is Shutter Speed and its impact on images
- Shutter Speed settings and creative applications
- Hands-on activities
**Day 4: Assisted Modes, Exposure Compensation, and Focusing**
- Introduction to Assisted Modes:
- Aperture Priority: Understanding and using this mode for creative control over depth of field.
- Shutter Priority: Understanding and using this mode for creative control over motion in your photos.
- Exposure Compensation: Understanding how to adjust exposure settings to correct for overexposure or underexposure in different shooting conditions.
- Focusing Techniques: Auto vs. Manual focusing, focusing modes, and techniques for achieving sharp and creative focus.
- Hands-on activities
- Introduction to Assisted Modes:
- Aperture Priority: Understanding and using this mode for creative control over depth of field.
- Shutter Priority: Understanding and using this mode for creative control over motion in your photos.
- Exposure Compensation: Understanding how to adjust exposure settings to correct for overexposure or underexposure in different shooting conditions.
- Focusing Techniques: Auto vs. Manual focusing, focusing modes, and techniques for achieving sharp and creative focus.
- Hands-on activities
**Day 5: Camera Equipment, Lens Types, Perspective Distortion, and Stabilization**
- Introduction to different camera sensors
- Understanding various lens types (Prime, Zoom, Wide-Angle, Telephoto)
- Perspective Distortion: Understanding how different lenses can affect the perspective in your photos
- Depth of Field: Exploring the concept of depth of field and how it impacts your photographs
- Lens Stabilization: importance
- Minimum Focusing Distance and its role in photography
- Lens Magnification: Understanding the concept and practical applications
- Sensor Stabilization: Importance and types
- Hands-on activities
- Introduction to different camera sensors
- Understanding various lens types (Prime, Zoom, Wide-Angle, Telephoto)
- Perspective Distortion: Understanding how different lenses can affect the perspective in your photos
- Depth of Field: Exploring the concept of depth of field and how it impacts your photographs
- Lens Stabilization: importance
- Minimum Focusing Distance and its role in photography
- Lens Magnification: Understanding the concept and practical applications
- Sensor Stabilization: Importance and types
- Hands-on activities
**Day 6: Composition Techniques**
Rule of Thirds: A classic rule for creating balanced and engaging compositions.
Leading Lines: Using lines within your frame to guide the viewer's eye.
Framing: Framing your subject within the scene for added depth and interest.
Symmetry and Balance: Creating harmony through symmetry and balance.
Golden Ratio: Applying the golden ratio for pleasing compositions.
Diagonals: Using diagonal lines to create dynamic and energetic photos.
Simplicity and Minimalism: Focusing on a single subject or a few elements to convey a clear message.
Patterns and Repetition: Capturing patterns and repeated elements for visual interest.
Foreground Interest: Incorporating foreground elements to add depth and context to your photos.
Negative Space: Leveraging negative space to draw attention to your subject.
Rule of Thirds: A classic rule for creating balanced and engaging compositions.
Leading Lines: Using lines within your frame to guide the viewer's eye.
Framing: Framing your subject within the scene for added depth and interest.
Symmetry and Balance: Creating harmony through symmetry and balance.
Golden Ratio: Applying the golden ratio for pleasing compositions.
Diagonals: Using diagonal lines to create dynamic and energetic photos.
Simplicity and Minimalism: Focusing on a single subject or a few elements to convey a clear message.
Patterns and Repetition: Capturing patterns and repeated elements for visual interest.
Foreground Interest: Incorporating foreground elements to add depth and context to your photos.
Negative Space: Leveraging negative space to draw attention to your subject.
**Day 7: Understanding Light**
- The Inverse Square Law and its relevance to photography
- Natural light photography and its attributes
- Assessing the quality and direction of light
- Shaping Light with Scrims, Reflectors, and Flags:
Using scrims to diffuse and soften harsh light
Enhancing natural light with reflectors
Controlling and modifying light with flags
- Hands-on activities
**Day 8: The Importance of Shooting in RAW, Dynamic Range, Focus Stacking, Focal Length Blending, and Advanced Techniques**
- The Importance of Shooting in RAW format for maximizing post-processing flexibility and image quality
- Understanding Dynamic Range
- High Dynamic Range (HDR) photography
- Focus Stacking: A technique for capturing multiple images with different focus points to create a single image with enhanced depth of field.
- Focal Length Blending: Using multiple focal lengths to create a composite image with enhanced depth and perspective.
- Hands-on activities
- The Importance of Shooting in RAW format for maximizing post-processing flexibility and image quality
- Understanding Dynamic Range
- High Dynamic Range (HDR) photography
- Focus Stacking: A technique for capturing multiple images with different focus points to create a single image with enhanced depth of field.
- Focal Length Blending: Using multiple focal lengths to create a composite image with enhanced depth and perspective.
- Hands-on activities
**Day 9: Creative Techniques and Special Effects**
- Utilizing Filters in Photography
- ND Filters for controlling exposure
- CPL Filters for enhancing color and reducing reflections
- Star Filters for creative effects
- Faking the Medium Format Look with Full Frame Cameras
- Hands-on activities
- Utilizing Filters in Photography
- ND Filters for controlling exposure
- CPL Filters for enhancing color and reducing reflections
- Star Filters for creative effects
- Faking the Medium Format Look with Full Frame Cameras
- Hands-on activities
**Day 10: Introduction to Lightroom Editing**
- Review of key concepts and techniques learned in the course
- Introduction to Adobe Lightroom and its role in post-processing
- Practical demonstrations and hands-on exercises in basic photo editing using Lightroom
- Q&A session for students to clarify doubts and seek advice on photo editing
- Review of key concepts and techniques learned in the course
- Introduction to Adobe Lightroom and its role in post-processing
- Practical demonstrations and hands-on exercises in basic photo editing using Lightroom
- Q&A session for students to clarify doubts and seek advice on photo editing
11. Follow up meeting in 1 month time
12. Follow up meeting in 3 months time