Kids DSLR photography class
I'm so excited your student is
in learning about photography
I'm so excited your student
is in learning
about photography
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When: Mondays from 3:30-5:00 PM
Dates: Jan 6 | Jan 13 | Jan 20 | Jan 27 | Feb 3
Where: On Location Field Trips
Capacity: 12 Students (Ages 10-17)
Cost: $550
This 5 week class is perfect for beginners (Ages 10-17) and does require a DSLR/Mirrorless camera, a telephoto lens, and macro lens/filters. Any camera brand will work, but I prefer Canon and recommend the Rebel line for beginners.
I am an ESA approved vendor, and ESA does cover cameras if you're in need of one. Class includes a printed workbook + video recordings for each lesson. Check out the curriculum overview below. (Pleae note the video recordings are froma previous class and will not be videos on location)
class overview
Lesson 1: Camera Basics + Intro to Manual Mode
Lesson 2: Still Life, Composition + Macro Photography
Lesson 2: Shooting Techniques + Composition
Lesson 3: Studio Lighting, Portraits + Flatlays
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Your student will learn how to properly care for, handle and operate a sophisticated digital camera. They will learn how to properly expose each photo using ISO, aperture and shutter speed.
Students will learn how to make their photos visually interesting to their viewer, using techniques such as perspective, natural framing, leading lines, and avoiding tangents. Students will learn how to use their macro lens/filters to photograph objects close up. They will learn about white balance, manual focus, and explore composition as it relates to photographing scenery. This will be such a fun lesson as we peruse the park together!
Students will learn indoor studio lighting techniques at a professional studio. Families are encouraged to stay with their kids, so we have models to photograph. If you have an external hot shoe flash, or are able to purchase one (this is optional), please have your student bring it. They will learn how to style and group objects together. Students will have the chance to bring items from home to photograph inside on a white poster board (creating flatlays) and outside styled on a stool/small table.
Lesson 4: Telephoto Photography
During this lesson your students will dive into the world of telephoto photography making distant animals appear up close. They will learn to track and nail focus for animals that are moving including how to compose and frame their shots for added visual interest.
If you have the ESA debit card or are using another payment method, use the link below to checkout. If you need an invoice please visit the link below and scroll to the 'paying with ESA pay a vendor' section.
If you have the ESA debit card or are using another payment method, use the link below to checkout.
If you need an invoice for ESA, please visit the link below and scroll to the 'paying with ESA pay a vendor' section.
Lesson 5: Lightroom Editing Basics
Students will learn the basics of editing using Lightroom including importing/exporting photos, basic color correction and spot removal. Students will need a laptop to bring for this class. My home is located on Ray and Signal Butte. There is a free trial of Lightroom and then it is $10/mo (covered by ESA). If you wish to use another editing program, please let me know.
Each lesson includes instruction + time to practice shooting
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"I loved taking this class! My favorite part was taking outdoor pictures at the park nearby. It helped me become more comfortable with my camera in manual mode. I can't wait to start the advanced class."
kind words from students
"This class was so much fun. My favorite part was when we went to the park down the street. I learned about shooting angles and all the different camera settings. I will definitely be taking Ashley's advanced class."
kind words from students
"I think these classes are a lot of fun! My favorite week was portraits. I've made new friends and I can't wait to take the advanced class. I would definitely recommend this class to anyone interested in photography."
kind words from students
"I had so much fun in this class! My favorite part was week 3 when we did still life photography and flatlays. Ashley was very nice and helped me learn so much"
kind words from students
"I really loved this class and learned some new techniques. Also, the people in this class are amazing!!
kind words from students
My 12 year old daughter was interested in learning photography and inspired me to start offering classes for kids. I have my degree in Elementary Education but never formally went into teaching. I became a nanny while I was in College and ended up Homeschooling their son for Kindergarten. These nanny kids were my models as I got into photography and started my own business. 12 years and 2 kiddos later, I'm a homeschooling mama, running 2 businesses and love that I get to combine my love for educating kiddos and photography into one. I can't wait to teach your student and ignite a lifelong love for photography.