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Course Overview
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Specifically, explore the flexible and convenient Photography For Beginners course, an ideal way to gain a diploma qualification. Whether you aim for further education, improved job prospects, or expanded knowledge, this comprehensive course allows you to prepare thoroughly for exams or careers through home study. Plus, it’s structured to be accessible and beneficial even if you have no prior knowledge in Photography For Beginners.
A transformative journey designed for both self-taught individuals and aspiring photographers aiming to elevate their craft. As an expert in this field, let me elaborate on why this course stands as a pivotal subject matter, equipping participants with a robust foundation to emerge as proficient and confident photographers.
This course caters to a diverse audience, from novices taking their first steps in photography to enthusiasts seeking to refine their skills. The curriculum is meticulously crafted to empower participants with the essential skills and knowledge required not only to enhance their personal photography endeavours but also to pave the way for a potential career in professional photography.
A key focus of this course is demystifying the intricacies of camera settings. Whether you’re grappling with the basics or seeking to fine-tune your understanding, the course systematically guides you through the nuances of camera settings, ensuring you grasp the technical aspects that form the backbone of impactful photography.
Course Key Topics
the Photography For Beginners course is divided into 11 modules.
1 . Beginner Camera Settings
- Use the Exposure Triangle and getting out of the Auto mode
- The ISO setting, what is it and what’s it for?
- Exposure Compensation
- Lens apertures
2 . More Advanced Camera Settings
- Tips for tack sharp focussing
- Choose the right shutter speeds to avoid camera shake & get sharper photos
- Use your histogram to nail the exposure for those important images.
- Aperture & depth of field – start getting creative (DSLRs)
- Scene modes & depth of field (Compact cameras)
3 . Improve Your Images With Natural Lighting
- Top Shade, the professional’s portrait lighting secret
- Dealing with the sun when taking a portrait
- Direction of light and the effect it has on your photos
- Get nice blue skins in your photos and avoid white skies
- How to retain the ambient light of a nicely lit room
- Better indoor portraits using window light – pt 1 of 2
- Better indoor portraits using window light – pt 2 of 2
- Create a great look using backlighting
- How to improve your natural light portraits using a reflector
4 . Improve Your Images Using Better Composition
- Use the rule of thirds for improved composition
- Better composition using diagonal lines
- Use ‘Leading Lines’ to create more dramatic images
- Use repeating patterns for more impact
- Improve your composition using the ‘frame within a frame’ trick
- Blur the background for more impact (DSLRs)
- Blur the background to isolate your subject (Compact Cameras)
- Don’t let cluttered backgrounds ruin your portraits
- Improve your portraits using unusual backgrounds
5 . Tips On Posing For Portraits
- Flatter your individual subject with these full length posing tips
- Family or small group poses – Pt I Standing poses
- Family or small group poses – Pt II Seated poses
- Individual natural and relaxed female poses
- Ideas for photographing children, 4-6 months old
- Ideas for photographing children, 9-12 months old
6 . Landscapes and Scenery
- Landscape photography tips, a walkthrough with Barbara
- How to take better photos in the snow
7 . Flash Photography
- Better results using an external flashgun, Pt I – Bouncing the flash
- Better flash portraits using an external flashgun, Pt II-More creative portraits
- Better results using your cameras’ built-in flash – soften the shadows
8 . Information And Tips On Using Lenses
- Tips on camera lenses, variable/fixed apertures, fast/slow,
- Lens focal length, Pt I – Perspective
- Lens focal length, Pt II – ‘Field of View’
- Lens focal length, Pt III – ‘Depth of Field’
9 . Other General Techniques
- How the ‘half press of the shutter’ technique can improve your picture taking
- How to take photos of fireworks
- Use the fashion photographer’s perspective trick for longer legs
10 . How To Take A Really Flattering Profile Or Pr Photo
- Basic technique using ‘Top Shade’
- Refining the basic profile or PR image
11 . Which Digital Camera To Buy Next, Megapixels Is Not The Answer
- The myth of megapixels – image resolution and quality
- Which camera should I buy next
(Please click on the curriculum tab above to see a detailed view of each module)
Tutor Support
Our Photography For Beginners course is designed to provide you with comprehensive materials to guide you through your learning journey. You’ll have the support of your own personal tutor, who will be there to assist you with your coursework and answer any questions you may have. Furthermore, our Student Advisors are always available to provide you with practical advice and guidance via the online portal, email or phone, ensuring that you’re fully supported throughout your studies.
Course Assessments
The Photography For Beginners course at Open Learning College is designed to provide a comprehensive and flexible learning experience. Unlike traditional exam-based courses, our course is marked through a process of continuous assessment, which is guided by your personal tutor and is an un-regulated course awarded by the Open Learning College via the Open Pathway Accreditation programme (OPA.dip).
This means that you won’t have to worry about memorising information for a final exam. Instead, you will have the opportunity to learn at your own pace and apply your knowledge through practical assignments and quizzes at the end of each module. Our online platform allows you to access the course from anywhere and at any time.
Once your assignments have been verified and assessed, you will be awarded a certificate of achievement from Open Learning College. This certificate confirms that you have met all of the learning outcomes and assessment criteria for the Photography For Beginners course, and demonstrates your competency and knowledge in this field. With this qualification, you can advance your career or pursue further studies in the field of Photography.
Course Duration
We recommend you spend approximately 5 hours of your time studying for Photography For Beginners course. The pace of study is completely up to you.
Get started today, and you can earn your Open Pathway Accreditation Diploma (OPA.dip) in Photography For Beginners.
Course Entry Requirements
At Open Learning College, we firmly believe that education should be accessible to everyone, regardless of their background or previous education experience. That’s why we’ve designed our Photography For Beginners course to be open to anyone who is interested in learning more about this fascinating subject, without any prior knowledge or experience required.
We want to give everyone the opportunity to expand their knowledge and take part in a highly rewarding online course, which is why we keep our entry requirements to a minimum. This means that you can start the course at any time and study at your own pace for up to 12 months from the date of initial registration, with the full support of a personal tutor.
Course Enrolment Fees
We want to make sure that you get the best value for your money, which is why we have included the registration fee, certification fee, and full tutor support in the course price. Enrolling in the Photography For Beginners course would usually cost £123.75, but for a limited time, you can get a 20% discount and pay only £99 if you enrol online and pay in full.
Note: Instalment plans are not available to our international students.
Course Qualifications
This course is certified by the Open Learning College via the Open Pathway Accreditation Programme.
You will receive the Open Pathway Accreditation Diploma (OPA.dip) from Open Learning College.
What’s Included
Your course fee covers everything you will need to successfully complete the Photography For Beginners online study course and earn your qualification:
A full range of student services, including:
- All textbooks, study folders, and/or online learning aids designed for online learning
- Life-time access to the online student portal Xperience™ (Student Chat, Forums and Online Support Resources)
- Comprehensive Study Guide & Study Plan
- PDF certificate to show employers (employer has access to certificate validation)
- Life-time access to Career Hub our dedicated portal to support our students career aspirations.
- Invitation to job fairs and career days for your business faculty.
- A diploma from the Open Learning College from our Open Pathway Accreditation programme (OPA.dip).
- One year’s educational support by a specialist tutor in your chosen course field.
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Course Content
Photography For Beginners – FREE Course Starter Pack
Module 1 – Beginner Camera Settings
Module 2 – More Advanced Camera Settings
Module 3 – Improve Your Images With Natural Lighting
Module 4 – Improve Your Images Using Better Composition
Module 5 – Tips On Posing For Portraits
Module 6 – Landscapes and Scenery
Module 7 – Flash Photography
Module 8 – Information And Tips On Using Lenses
Module 9 – Other General Techniques
Module 10 – How To Take A Really Flattering Profile Or Pr Photo
Module 11 – Which Digital Camera To Buy Next, Megapixels Is Not The Answer
Course Resources
Final Exam
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