Photography Basics: Taking Better Pictures (2-Part Workshop) - Adults 21+
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It doesn’t matter if you use a cell phone, an old Kodak Instamatic, or an expensive DSLR camera, you can learn tricks and techniques on how to take better pictures, even if you have used cameras for more than 50 years! “Take Better Pictures” is a FREE two-session workshop intended for adults who are casual picture takers. This workshop is not camera or phone-specific. We will concentrate on understanding what makes a good photograph; recognizing and using basic composition principles; how to avoid common mistakes; and using lighting to your advantage, all before clicking the shutter. We will also discuss best practices when taking “Portraits”. How to avoid family photo disasters. The best ways to engage your audience; and what you need to consider when taking: Formal, Informal, Casual, and Impromptu Portraits. The advantages of natural and artificial lighting when taking portraits will be discussed along with the best techniques for photographing individuals, groups, children, and animals. Finally, we’ll examine Street Photography and Self-Portraits using a Selfie Stick. Pre-registration is required. Instruction by: Steve Kehayes. Limit is 15 per class.
About the Instructor: Steve Kehayes is an amateur photographer and a retired educator for the West Orange Public Schools, having spent more than 40 years in teaching and administration. He has taught many classes on a variety of subjects in many levels as well as in-house staff development programs. Steve retired in 2009 and became active in a local photography club which features monthly photo contests. Over the next ten years he competed and learned from these competitions, developing an understanding of how to help others improve their photography.