Photography

Course details

Whether you are an avid photographer, or haven't picked up a camera in years, Stratford's photography course can help you fine tune your skills and take the first step toward an exciting photography career. 

Stratford's photography course is a great way to learn more about how to become a photographer and the fun work involved in this creative career field. Studets can learn everything from digital photography basics to more detailed camera techniques.

Photography Course Outline

Stratford can help you take the first step in learning photography basics that could lead to an exciting career as a photographer! Our quality curriculum was developed by professionals and can provide a thorough introduction to photography basics, including digital photography.

Photography Module 1

Introduction to Photography

• Career Opportunities in Photography
• Basic Technical Concepts and Skills
• Capabilities of Photo Editing Software
• Working with Photos on a Computer
• Practical Projects for Developing Photography Skills

Photography Module 2

Langford's Basic Photography Part 1

• What is Photography?
• Light: How Images are Formed
• Wavelength and Colors
• Shadows
• Light Intensity and Distance
• Lenses: Controlling the Image
• Aperture and f-numbers
• Depth of Field and Focus
• Image Stabilization
• Lens Care
• Film Cameras
• How View Cameras Work
• How Direct Viewfinder Cameras Work
• How Reflex Cameras Work
• Using Different Focal Length Lenses
• Camera Kits

Photography Module 3

Langford's Basic Photography Part 2

• Digital Cameras
• File Formats
• Lighting Principles and Equipment
• Organizing the Picture
• Films and Filters
• Choosing Film for Black and White
• Choosing Film for Color Photography
• Storing Film
• Filter Kits
• Exposure Measurement
• Exposing Different Films
• Practical Flash Exposure Tips
• Film Processing

Photography Module 4

Langford's Basic Photography Part 3

• Black and White Printing: Facilities and Equipment
• Black and White Printing: Techniques
• The Digital Image: Post-Production
• Hardware and Software
• Organizing Your Work
• Saving Your Digital File
• Basic and Advanced Editing
• Finishing and Presenting Work
• Mounting Methods and Framing
• Spotting
• Getting Your Work Noticed
• Pictures on the World Wide Web
• Building Your Own Site

Photography Module 5

Going Pro 

• Defining Your Niche
• Knowing Your Camera and Your Lenses
• Understanding Depth of Field and Other Techniques
• Showing Your Work
• Marketing
• Social Media Marketing for Photographers
• Using Twitter to Grow Your Business
• Blogging Your Online Presence
• The World of Search
• Old-Fashioned Networking
• Expanding Your Business
• Outsourcing