Digital Photography skills for beginners

About this course

The course introduces the main controls and techniques used in digital photography, including shutter speed, aperture, ISO, focusing, lenses and composition. Learners examine how light and composition affect photographs, with reference to established photographers and key photographic ideas. Teaching combines demonstrations, active practice and practical tasks between sessions. Learners apply techniques in different situations, discuss their photographs and receive feedback from the tutor and other participants. The course covers priority modes and manual operation, including achieving accurate exposure and considered composition.

What you'll learn

• Operate shutter-speed and aperture-priority modes in different photographic situations
• Use manual mode to produce well-exposed photographs
• Adjust camera settings to control focus and available light
• Apply principles of composition when making photographs

Is this course right for you?

The course is intended for complete beginners as well as learners with basic photographic knowledge who want to understand their camera’s manual controls. Participation involves practising techniques during sessions, completing tasks between sessions, and discussing photographs with the tutor and group.

• Suitable for learners starting photography or building on basic knowledge
• Includes practical tasks to complete between sessions

Before you go

• Learners need their own DSLR or mirrorless camera with manual controls.
• The camera manual, or access to it, is needed for reference during the course.
• Course notes and handouts are available online through Microsoft Teams.