How to use your digital camera: A course with Guardian photographer David Levene

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How to use your digital camera: A course with Guardian photographer David Levene

By The Guardian Masterclasses

Date and time

Saturday, September 29, 2018 · 10am - 4pm GMT+1

Location

The Guardian

Kings Place 90 York Way London N1 9GU United Kingdom

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Description

Spend the day learning how to master your DSLR camera at this fun and informative class with Guardian photographer David Levene.

Learn how to move from automatic to manual settings of your camera at this fantastic workshop with Guardian photographer David Levene.

Over the course of the day, you’ll learn the fundamentals of manual photography, such as mastering shutter speed, aperture and film speed. You will also receive tips on how to become a more creative photographer and have the chance to receive feedback on your work from David.

You will leave the class with a new-found confidence to operate your camera manually and create images to be truly proud of.

Please note this class is largely theoretical, although there will be opportunities to practice using the settings on your camera during the class. There will be a trip to photograph outside, putting what you've learnt into practice, weather permitting.

Content

  • An introduction to the manual settings of your digital SLR camera
  • An overview of the basics of creative photography
  • Understanding light, exposure and depth of field
  • How to capture motion in your images
  • Selecting the right lens
  • The key things you need to know about aperture, shutter speed and film speed
  • How to achieve the results you want in a photograph
  • Q&A – an invaluable opportunity to ask David any questions you have about photography

What to bring

  • You’re encouraged to bring along your own digital SLR or manual SLR camera, along with any lenses you might like to use.

Tutor profile

David Levene has worked as a photographer for the Guardian since 2001. His awards include winning first prize for live news photograph of the year at the Press Photographers Awards in 2010, for his work documenting the aftermath of the 2010 earthquake in Haiti. Explore his work for the Guardian here.

All Guardian Masterclasses are fully accessible - but please contact us if you have any queries or concerns.

Full course and returns information on the Masterclasses website

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Welcome to Guardian Masterclasses – a unique programme of learning embedded within one of the world's most forward-thinking media organisations.

We offer a broad range of short and long courses across a variety of disciplines from creative writing, journalism, photography and design, film and digital media, music and cultural appreciation.

Harnessing the expertise and specialisms within the organisation, our courses are led by first class and award winning guardian professionals whilst also drawing on the skills and expertise of other leading figures at the forefront of the creative and digital industries.

The programme is aimed at anyone interested in personal or professional development whether that be refining your skills, focusing your ambition or simply broadening your mind and gaining inspiration.

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