Photography is about making pictures, not just taking them. Learn how to use your camera to take your images beyond the casual snapshot!
This basic shooting course will engage students in the fundamentals of photography: camera handling, principles of photography and appreciation of the craft. Students will develop their photographic eye through a blend of lectures, practical assignments and critiques. There are two guided field shoots during this workshop, providing students practical shooting lessons both during the day and evening. Recommended for those looking to explore photography beyond the point and shoot level
| Session A | Jun 24 - Aug 5, Tues, 730pm to 1000pm (Note: Sessions 3 and 5 are guided field shoots. Session 3 takes place on Jul 5, Sat, 1000am to 1230pm, and Session 5 takes place during usual class time on Jul 15.) |
| Instructor | Vivian Lee Vivian attended the International Center of Photography in New York and is currently based in New York where she is a graduate candidate in Fine Arts at the School of Visual Arts. Having worked in the arts scene for the past seven years and formerly a project manager at Theatreworks, Vivian is keenly interested in contemporary art and currently works as a project manager for the arts on a freelance basis, incorporating photography where and when possible. |
| Fees | S$315 |
| Pre-Reqs | Students are required to bring their own SLR camera (35mm or digital with manual override) |
| Session B | Jul 14 - Aug 25, Mon, 730pm to 1000pm (Note: Sessions 3 and 5 are guided field shoots. Session 3 takes place on Jul 26, Sat, 1000am to 1230pm, and Session 5 takes place during usual class time on Aug 4.) |
| Instructor | Paul Seow Paul is a freelance commercial and editorial photographer. Trained in the Queensland College of Art in Brisbane, his past clients include Starcom Media (Malaysia), Henley Homes and Myers (Australia) and the Singapore Armed Forces. |
| Fees | S$315 |
| Pre-Reqs | Students are required to bring their own SLR camera (35mm or digital with manual override) |
| Session C | Jul 19 - Aug 2, every Sat,
1000am to 500pm (Note: Field shoots are during class time on Sat.) |
| Instructor | Nicholas Chee Nicholas is a freelance photographer whose current and past clients include the National Museum of Singapore, Ministry of Education, Singapore Sports Council and Alexandra Hospital. He has exhibited his personal works previously in group shows at the Esplanade, Cochine Gallery and the Singapore History Museum. Nicholas also co-founded Sinema Old School and directed Becoming Royston, a feature film which was released in 2006. His works can be viewed at www.nicholaschee.com. |
| Fees | S$315 |
| Pre-Reqs | Students are required to bring their own SLR camera (Digital SLR only for this class). |
| Session D | Aug 6 - Sep 17, every Wed,
730pm to 1000pm (Note: Sessions 3 and 5 are guided field shoots. Session 3 takes place on Aug 16, Sat, 1000am to 1230pm, and Session 5 takes place during usual class time on Aug 27.) |
| Instructor | Deanna
Ng Deanna is a freelance photographer who recently attended the prestigious Missouri Photojournalism workshop. She has had six years of professional shooting experience primarily for events and weddings and has showcased her work in two group exhibitions. Her editorial work has been featured in Photovideo-i and Tiger Airways (inflight). Her works can be viewed on www.intraphoto.com.sg. |
| Fees | S$315 |
| Pre-Reqs | Students are required to bring their own SLR camera (Digital SLR only for this class). |
| Course Overview | |
| Session 1 | Introduction |
| Session 2 | Exposure Concepts Aperture & Shutter Speed Measuring Light – Metering |
| Session 3 | Guided Field Shoot Getting the right exposure Approaching subjects Shooting Assignment |
| Session 4 | Recap of Exposure Concepts & Compositional Elements Recap of Aperture and Shutter Speed Composition and Moments |
| Session 5 | Guided Field Shoot (Evening) |
| Session 6 |
Storytelling & Theme |
| Session 7 |
Editing & Sequencing A Photo Essay |
| Session 8 | Presentation Image output – web, print etc. Presentation & Preparation for Exhibition Where to go from here |