Simple SLR PhotoClass
Practical Photography for Beginners
Personally conducted by Andy Lim
Bought a digital SLR camera but wondering why you’re not getting good photos, like the advertisements promised? Time to stop using the preset scene modes on your camera. My PhotoClasses are hands-on digital photography classes for small groups. PhotoClasses are short, affordable, single 4-hour sessions, designed for busy people who may not be able to commit a long stretch of weekends at one go.
My PhotoClass is an introduction to photography, where I will give instructions on what camera settings to use in specific situations, and provide guidance on framing and composition, using real-world examples. Participants perform photography exercises which will help them achieve a deep understanding simply because they did it themselves, instead of just being shown what they should do.
My PhotoClasses have been running since 2006. Due to popular demand, I’ve increased the frequency of the PhotoClasses to at least once a month, unless I’m heavily booked for projects in that month.
FEES PER SESSION ( 4hrs of practical instruction in a group of 8 )
| Normal Fee | Early Bird Fee (paid 30 days before class) | |
| 1 person 2 persons |
RM280 RM500 |
RM250 RM480 |
Full payment is required to secure your place in the session, on a first come first serve basis.
VENUE
PhotoClasses are held at Lembah Kiara Recreational Park in Taman Tun Dr Ismail (TTDI), Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia). A conducive environment for photography, with natural greenery, a waterfall, a large pond, wooden bridges, meandering pedestrian paths, and the option of going into more rugged forest terrain just right next to the park. Refreshments and notes will be provided.
DIFFICULTY LEVEL
Beginner to Intermediate.
SCOPE
- the Exposure Triangle (Aperture, Shutter Speed and ISO)
- how each element in this triangle affects exposure
- getting properly exposed subjects
- exposure compensation
- using the 3 essential modes: Manual, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority
- metering modes
- using histograms
- the right white balance
- controlling depth of field
- focusing techniques
- choosing the right lens for the subject
- getting sharp pictures
- slow-shutter techniques
- composition
- fill-in flash
- rear-curtain flash
- creative flash for portraiture (new!)
Have a look at my basic photography tutorial and when you’re ready for more, sign up for the class!
APPROACH
I will show you how I shoot using my camera, and you will shoot the same thing using your own camera. I use a very organic approach to teaching, not restricted to a specific syllabus, but a very practical “how-to” guide to tackling frequently encountered challenges in photography, eg. backlighting or fast-moving children. Brief notes with diagrams will be provided.
REQUIRED GEAR
I would expect participants to own a digital camera, because this is a practical session. Ideally your camera would be a digital SLR. If you own a compact digital camera, it should be at least a model which has a full Manual mode. A tripod and external flash are encouraged, although not compulsory.
SIZE OF PHOTOCLASS
8 persons. Keeping the group small allows more personal attention. Participants will have their session secured once they have paid.
OPTIONAL PRIVATE CLASSES
I can provide one-on-one coaching if required. Please contact me for rates.
WEEKDAY CLASSES
If you prefer week-day classes, please contact me, and I will compile a list. I will only start a week-day class if there are a minimum of 8 persons in a class.
POST-PROCESSING CLASSES
If you are looking for post-processing (Photoshop) classes, please contact me, and I will compile a list. I will only start a post-processing class if there are a minimum of 3 persons in a class.
TESTIMONIALS FROM STUDENTS
Here are some actual comments from previous students:
- I would like to say a BIG thank you to you for your patience and the approach you use to conduct the class last Sunday which I found most appropriate for those who are new to DSLR cameras. I would not hesitate to recommend my friends to attend your class. I have been using my dslr camera for the past few months but do not know the right way to handle the camera at different situations.(by asking around did not help) I really learned alot from you within this short time of a few hours as there were so many questions in my mind that I wanted to ask and you have answered them. Your photo class has been really a help to me and I hope our classmates from overseas have benefited from it. - Mike
- I would like to say a thank you note to you for the class. I think i have learnt a great deal and your enthusiasm helps. Keep it up the good work. - Samson
- Was glad my friend introduced it. I learnt quite a few things, especially about certain techniques and tricks which we haven’t been exposed to. I’d visited your website prior to that and found the contents very helpful, resourceful and encouraging (well, at least it inspires the thought that someday, maybe we could achieve that kind of images too ;)). It won’t be the last time we’re visiting your website. Your deep pool of knowledge and experience is pretty evident overall. Hope you keep sharing with others the passion! - Joanna
- Thank you for your very informative class. I learned various techniques that would enable me to maximize the usability of my Nikon D90. I also find using aperture mode is kinda handy. like you said, when we are traveling, we would normally prefer to absorb the moment personally and not only via the lens. so, i picked up something useful. - Gina
- It was extremely helpful and I would like to compliment you on your ability to share information and educate. - Jana
- Really useful and practical and you can be sure that I’ll recommend it to all my friends interested in taking their photography skills to the next level. - Nika
- Thank you for the class. It was very informative for me. - Ming Ee
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