The SAPF has undertaken to conduct, according to demand, a Beginners Photography Course.  This course is targeted at absolute beginners and will cover the following topics:

• What is a camera and different types available.
• Basic camera function e.g. exposure, ISO, aperture.
• Lenses -  their function, focal lengths, auto and manual.
• Metering modes – PASM
• Understanding depth of field, white balance, use of flash.
• Basics of composition – RAW vs JPEG
• Use of tripods.

The course will run for 2 hours per 1 day over 4 consecutive weeks.

Cost for club members is $10 per 2 hour session with the full $40 dollars being paid at the commencement of the course.  There will be no refunds if a session is missed.

The first 3 weeks involves theory and will be conducted at SAPF headquarters: 67 Payneham Road, College Park.  Week 4 is a practical ‘hands on’ session and may involve a visit to a park or garden.

Course groups will be no larger than 10 participants.

Participants need to bring their camera and camera manual along to the course.

Please contact our Course Co-ordinator, Allan Griffin email: allangriffin73@gmail.com with expressions of interest including a preference as to when you are available [evenings or weekends] to attend the course.

Your name will be placed on a waiting list and you will be contacted once a date is finalised for a course to proceed.

For any interested tutors offering to involve themselves in this course, please contact Allan re your interest.

 

LIGHT ON THE LAND WORKSHOPS

The South Australian Photographic Federation is also supporting a series of photographic workshops aimed at the beginner to skilled amateur photographer.

The workshops are run by Lou Marafioti and Keith Seidel.

Next Workshop:  Advanced Available Light Portraiture

This advanced workshop for a small group is designed to provide instruction on working with models in available light. All participants will work individually with the models within a small group structure and will be expected to help with use of reflectors etc. Whilst others are photographing the models.

When:  Saturday 6 April 2013, 1.30pm to 4.30pm

Where:  Location and meeting place to be advised on registration.  Registration form may be downloaded HERE. Contact Keith Seidel on 0418838504

Note:   A maximum of 8 participants for this workshop will ensure individual access to the models and both presenters on the day.

A Week in the Flinders Ranges

When:  August 19 to 25.

Where:  It will again be based at Merna Mora Station, on the Moralana Creek between Hawker and Parachilna.

Registration:  Download the registration form HERE.

“Light on the Land” Workshop Aims

The workshops will provide creative opportunities to develop your photographic skills and creativity in a range of subjects, with a focus on portraiture and landscape photography

Through fieldwork, exercises and image review and evaluation sessions – workshop participants will receive tuition and encouragement to develop:
•         A critical appreciation of creative photography, understanding the play of light on the form of the land to create artistic photographic landscapes in scenic rural South Australia.
•         An appreciation of creative portraiture and the role of light and form in creating artistic portraits in interesting field locations
•         An appreciation of compositional elements within photography and how to best arrange them in the camera.
•         Your understanding of lens choices for your photography – zooms vs prime lenses.
•         An ability to produce creative photographs when the light isn’t good – low light and middle of the day photography.
•         An ability to constructively evaluate your own and others’ photographic work.
•         An understanding of your preferred photographic style and how to break out of your comfort zone to try something different.

The presenters aim is that by the end of the workshop you will be inspired by the creative possibilities provided by the workshop locations and subjects, and the skills you have learned or had refreshed during this workshop.