Half Day Private Digital Photography (Chicago)

Digital Photography I is an introductory run-down of the technical knowledge you need to get up and running in digital photography. This class is all about getting to know the ins and outs of your camera. We will start by covering the basics of camera operation with topics like ISO, aperture, depth of field, and shutter speed. Then we will cover proper...

Getting your settings spot on but feel like there's still something missing from your photos? After you get to know your camera and get started in photography, you may feel equipped to start leveling up your inframe skills. In this class, we will explore the next steps to develop from beginner to amateur photographer. Here we will...

Learn the basics of photography beginning with metering, aperture, shutter speed, and ISO. We'll spend time learning about composition, color harmony, equipment, flash and gadgets. Class is designed for Digital SLR and mirrorless cameras. This is a hands-on class. Pre-class work needed.  Please bring your camera and camera manual to class.

Does your camera confuse you? This 2 hour class will cover ISO, aperture, shutter speed and more. You'll never want to photograph in auto mode again! You need to have a camera that has the manual mode setting.

Each settings on your camera provides a world of potential for bettering your photography, whether you use a DSLR, point and shoot, Mirrorless, or smartphone camera, learn the tons of tricks that you can do with the equipment that you already have, without complexity and staying in Auto mode. You don’t need a high tech camera to make amazing photos....

Digital Camera Settings Each settings on your camera provides a world of potential for bettering your images. Whether you use a DSLR or a point and shoot, there are tons of tricks that you may be missing out on. We'll explore settings such as exposure compensation and various presets that can turn a regular image into a special one. Our knowledgeable...

In this beginning workshop, students will learn all the controls and functions on their digital Single Lens Reflex (SLR) or mirrorless cameras, basic camera operation (including f-stop, shutter speed and ISO), fundamental concepts of photography, and how to control the photograph’s final look. Discussions include composition and light, how to get...

We'll be covering all the nuts-to-bolts aspects of exposure, shutter speeds, aperture, ISO, depth of field, motion blur, as well as comparing different lenses and the basics of composition.  Class instruction strongly emphasizes technical understanding, but we also hope to spark your creative expression and even offer a new way of seeing the world...

Adobe Photoshop Learn how to fine-tune your pictures through post-processing. Topics include adjusting brightness and contrast, color balance, levels, curves, clone stamp, filters and more. Within each class, students receive practical instruction as they are guided through the software and editing process using both in-class images and their own....

This workshop is available In-person OR Online (Recommended). Just specify at checkout which way you prefer, and we'll email you the easy how to's.Note, should we need to cancel in person classes you'll be asked to switch to the online option. Welcome to the Studio! Learn lighting like a pro. Classes will consist of full hands-on shooting...

The proper use of lighting equipment can make the difference between an amateur production and a professional one. See demos of 3-point lighting and other basic setups, and get introduced to how cinematographers and gaffers use light to tell a visual story. This essential workshop covers electrical safety, on-set vocabulary, and principles of light,...

1 hr Zoom class.  Learn what intuition is, how it can manifest in us and how we can learn to use it in our photography. Exercises will be given which you can do in your home. For the payment, follow your intuition to pay what you feel you can afford.  It's not about the money - it's about connecting and learning something new and fun....

Photography is an exciting art to learn. With the use of smart phones photography has become of great interest to teenagers. PhotoUno wants to give teenagers a space to grow and learn with photography. This course is ideal for any teen who wants to express themselves through a camera lens. What is the purpose of this class? This photography class...

Today’s fine art photography market asks for more than beautifully, well crafted images. Curators, gallerists and editors are looking for work created with intention and/or work focused around an idea or concept. In addition, they are looking for photographers who can not only articulate their images, but interpret the world with intelligence and...

Moving past the basics, Digital Photo II: Intermediate is where things start to get interesting.  This course picks up where Digital Photo I leaves off, and introduces color photography, white balance, lighting and on-camera flash, as well as composition review, color schemes and creative effects. Class time is a mixture of solid technical...

Adobe Lightroom is a comprehensive application that allows you to organize, optimize and share your photography. This course will introduce the fundamentals of a Lightroom workflow. Learn to properly import photos into the library, develop and edit photos, and share photos using social media, web pages and photo printing.  We will also look at...

We are holding our signature Beginner's Photography Class online. Learn how to use your camera manually in 2.5 hours. No camera needed. _________________ Become a better photographer in just 1 class! Have you ever wondered why, after spending hundreds of dollars on the latest cameras, you still can't get photos that really make you proud? We're...

This class is an introduction to the understanding of photography as technology, medium of expression, and creative practice. It covers basic concepts and techniques: camera operation, exposure, composition, resolution, and preparation of image files for on-screen and print use. Students will look closely at historically significant photographs as...

Learn how to create a “digital toolkit” presentation package aimed at expanding exhibition, press, and publication opportunities. Artists will learn how to use this toolkit coupled with a series of outreach and communication tools and tactics to successfully approach and develop working relationships with galleries, museums, curators, critics,...

This course is a thorough training on using your flash in various modes automatic, TTL, manual and off-camera. Students will learn special techniques for setting up creative lighting. Course covers off-camera flash and setups of up to 3 units both wired and wireless. Class shooting and demonstrations will be made using PhotoManhattan’s equipment....