| All classes are sponsored Chip Weiner Photographic Arts. Locations may vary. If you have any questions or want to sign up for a class, please go to the Prices/Contact us page or call 813-786-7780. chip@chipshotz.com |
| Free intro to photography seminar. Take your camera off automatic and get the pictures that you really want. This 2 hour seminar is designed for photographers looking to gain an appreciation of photography as an artistic medium and understand the technical aspects of their camera. It is a brief introduction the parts of a camera, lighting, shutter speed, aperture settings, and lenses. Bring your camera and camera manual and get ready to have some fun. Email your reservation to chip@chipshotz.com. Please include your camera type. If you do not receive a confirmation e-mail please contact me to insure your reservation. Please only reserve a spot if you are sure you will attend. Class size limited! No Seminars planned at this time. Stay Tuned! |
| Photography 101 Course Outline This is a five week class which will help you gain a better understanding of your camera, camera settings, photo composition, lighting, aperture setting, and shutter speed. Photographs will be taken both in and out of the classroom, with weekly photo assignments. Each class will consist of time devoted to one aspect of photography, and one aspect of technology related to photography. Of course, there will be time during each class to take pictures! You can learn the technical, artistic, and practical uses of your camera. To register please call the Museum 221-2222 Next class is on TUESDAYS April 8 - May 6 , 2008 at the Florida Museum of Photographic Arts 200 N. Tampa Street, Suite 130. Tampa, Florida 33602, 813.221.2222 Southwest corner of Ashley and Jackson Streets. Week 1 Introduction; camera types, advantages and disadvantages of film and digital cameras, the parts of the camera and their functions. Week 2 What makes a good photograph? KISS! Composing portraits, artistic shots, nature, and landscapes. Introduction to the digital darkroom: Getting your photos from your camera to your computer. Week 3 Understanding shutter speeds and apertures (f-stops). THE most important issue. Introduction to printing your images. Advantages up printing at home and using a commercial lab. Week 4 Exposure methods Understanding histograms. Week 5 Camera lenses, types and applications. Introduction to photo editing (AKA post production). Learn the basics of cropping, red eye removal, and other components of producing and printing better images Cost for 5 week class $140.00for non-members and $110.00 for members (membership is $30.00- might as well join and get other discounts) . CLASS SIZE IS LIMITED! Sign up by calling the museum. If you have questions call me 813-786-7780 |
Digital Darkroom- Using your computer to edit your images Course Outline. Now that you know how to take better pictures, what are you going to do with them? This is a 4 week class that will help you gain a better understanding of using your computer to edit your photographs. It will be helpful if participants bring a laptop computer, but it is not mandatory. There are dozens of software programs available. The program used for this class is Adobe Elements 5. Feel free to bring your images to class to get edited or ask questions about. Next class is on TUESDAYS May 20 - June 10, 2008, at the Florida Museum of Photographic Arts 200 N. Tampa Street, Suite 130. Tampa, Florida 33602, 813-221-2222 Southwest corner of Ashley and Jackson Streets Week 1 Using your browser. Viewing, opening and editing images. Sharpening, cropping, and color correcting images. Week 2 Simple Retouching Fixing exposure problems Understanding workflow, adjustment layers, changing backgrounds. Making black and white images from color (the advanced way) Week 3 Advanced creative editing. Making art with your photos. Adjustment maps, gradient mapping, and photo restoration Week 4 Creating art, posters and panoramas. Cost for 4 week class $140.00for non-members and $110.00 for members (membership is $30.00- might as well join and get other discounts) . CLASS SIZE IS LIMITED! Sign up by calling the museum. If you have questions call me 813-786-7780 |
Photography Lighting (This class is taught in a commercial studio) Course Outline. So, you want to see how the pros do it? This class is designed to enhance the participants understanding of the use of flashes, lighting concepts, learn to shoot better photography in a controlled light situations, and learn alternative lighting methods. You won't believe what a difference it will make in your photographs! Each class will consist of time devoted understanding a lighting concept and live demonstrations This is a 4 week class that will help you gain a better understanding of controlling and using artificial light. Next class is Spring of 2008 at the Florida Museum of Photographic Arts 200 N. Tampa Street, Suite 130. Tampa, Florida 33602, 813.221.2222 Southwest corner of Ashley and Jackson Streets. To register please call the Museum 221-2222 Week 1 Introduction to lighting concepts and understanding exposure settings. Learn how to measure light and become familiar with studio lighting equipment. The use of flashes, bare bulbs soft boxes, and beauty dishes. What is a scrim? Gobo? Reflector? Learn the basics. Week 2 Single light source. Understand the use of light and shadows to make outstanding photographs without costing a fortune. Using alternative lighting sources. Week 3 Multiple Lighting set ups. How DO the pros get those awesome studio shots? Here it is... Working with models. What to say, how to say it. Week 4 Intro to Product Photography Simple scene composition using light. Cost for 4 week class $149.00 per person. CLASS SIZE IS LIMITED! No classes scheduled at this time |
Individual Photography and Camera Instruction So you just got a new camera? You need a refresher course? Or, you have had your camera for a while and you've always wondered what it would be like to take it off "automatic". Get one on one instruction with your camera equipment (or we can use mine) and start taking better shots! We will set up a time and place to meet to first review your equipment and how to use it, and then have a short photo shoot in the studio or on location. Bring your camera, your manual, and all of your questions.* If you are already an experienced shooter and need a little "kick" we can do that too. *You will get more from this session if you are somewhat familiar with your camera. Prior to our meeting together, spend time with your camera learning where the buttons and dials are (even if you don't know what they do) Individual Photography and Camera Instruction $45.00 per hour |
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Individual Photoshop or Photoshop Elements Instruction Whether you are a bigginer or intermediate photo editor there are always new things to be learned. Individual instruction will be tailored to your needs. You can learn everything from fixing red eye to cropping and changing pictures to black and white (the way the pros do it). Learn about the use of layers, masking, filters, or good photo-retouching skills. If you are going to be shooting digital pictures, you probably need to have some digital editing skills. Let's get busy! *You will get more from this session if you are somewhat familiar with your computer. Individual Photoshop and Photoshop Elements $45.00 per hour |
| I am excited to now be affiliated with the Florida Museum of Photographic Arts (FMoPA) and will be teaching classes in this beautiful space. |