4 weeks, 4 workshops with industry professionals in all fields of photography
These 4 workshops offer a chance to gain expert knowledge from industry professionals in all fields of photography. From photographing fashion and portraiture to still life and landscapes you will be in the hands of professionals who will guide you through all the major techniques of photography that will help to get some fantastic creative images from your camera.
Details for booking
Suitable for ages 16 +, FREE of charge.
Limited spaces so booking is essential
To book contact: 0161 474 4453 or email stockport.artgallery@stockport.gov.uk
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What is the course about?
Week 1: Photography Principles
During Week 1 you will learn: Photography Principles
Date: Sunday 28th July at 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Where: Stockport war Memorial Art Gallery
- Understand aperture and depth-of-field
- Use manual controls
- Can use your shutter controls and effects
- Understand ISO
- Exposure triangle
Week 2: Basic Lighting for Portraits
During Week 2 you will learn: Basic Lighting for Portraits
Date: Sunday 4th Aug at 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Where: Stockport war Memorial Art Gallery
- Different portrait techniques
- Natural v Flash lighting
- Camera set up/lenses
- Soft and hard light
- Effective one-light setups
Week 3: Basic Studio Lights/Home Studio Set Up
During Week 3 you will learn: Basic Studio Lights/Home Studio Set Up
Date: Sunday 11th Aug at 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Where: Stockport war Memorial Art Gallery
- Basic studio set up
- Lighting equipment
- Backgrounds
- Camera and lenses
- Studio accessories modifiers etc
- Set up and make safe and effective use of a studio space
Week 4: Understanding Light for a Still Life Set Up
During Week 4 you will learn: Understanding Light for a Still Life Set Up
Date: Sun 18th Aug at 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Where: Stockport war Memorial Art Gallery
- Soft and hard light
- Constructive use of shadow to enhance the image
- Using lighting to tell a story
- Control the direction and angle of the lighting
- Select and use lighting modifiers for specific lighting effects
Big thank you for the team at Adventure Lumiere for putting these workshops on, follow them here
All photos are credit to Adventure Lumiere
