Classes
In-depth comprehensive learning
Photo 1
Beginner Class
Join our super-beginner Photo 1 class - where we thoroughly cover the essentials of your digital camera and basics of photography.
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Buttons you do and don’t need to know
Aperture and depth of field for the perfect portrait
Shutter speeds and controlling motion for freezing the moment
ISO sensitivity - controlling details and
Getting the right color with white balance
Lenses and focal length
Exposure compensation for special situations
Intro to Composition & Rules of great photography
Photo 2
Intermediate Class
Our intermediate photography class at Atlanta School of Photography offers budding shutterbugs the opportunity to take their skills to the next level.
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Mastering Manual Mode
Night Photography
Lenses - which one is right for you?
The magic of Light Painting
Unique motion with panning
Photo 3
Advanced Class
Join our comprehensive Photo 3 focused on illuminating your subjects, solving common photography challenges, mastering advanced composition techniques, and enhancing images with Lightroom and Photoshop.
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Mastering Lighting Techniques:
Problem Solving in Photography
Advanced Composition
Editing with Lightroom and Photoshop
Composition
Seeing Photographically
Move your images from good to GREAT! Open to all levels and cameras - even mobile phone!
Join us for an immersive four-week photography class focused on the art of composition. At Atlanta School of Photography, we believe that composition is the heart and soul of a captivating photograph. It is the key to creating powerful and visually compelling images that leave a lasting impact on the viewer.
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Where to position yourself and the camera in the world (perspective and angle)
Camera lenses, focal length and orientation
Rule of Thirds, divine proportion, diagonals, triangles and other geometry
Line, Shape, Form
Studying the greats of photography
Lightroom
Organize and Edit
Tired of unorganized photos and digging through folders to find them? Want an easy, efficient way to edit and share photos among all devices?
In this hands-on 4-week class, you will be introduced to the basic workflow of importing, cataloging and editing your images in Adobe Lightroom®.
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Understanding the Interface: Get comfortable navigating Lightroom's powerful tools and features.
Importing and Organizing Photos: Discover how to streamline your workflow by efficiently importing and organizing your images.
Basic Editing Techniques: Learn how to enhance your photos with essential adjustments like exposure, contrast, and color correction.
Advanced Editing Skills: Dive into more sophisticated editing techniques, including tone curves, masks, and presets for that extra ‘wow’ factor!
Exporting for Success: Find out how to export your images in various formats and sizes, perfect for sharing on social media or printing.
Photoshop
Edit like a pro
Are you ready to unleash your creativity and explore the world of digital manipulation? Join our intro to Photoshop class and embark on a transformative journey into the realm of visual storytelling.
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Week 1 - Learning the Layout
Opening photos in Photoshop
Learning the layout
Customizing and Trimming Down the Menu Bar
Basics of the Toolbar
Color Palate
Quick Mask
Change Screen Mode
WEEK 2 - LAYERS & SELECTIONS & MASKING
How to make selections
Basic Selection Tools
Better Selection Tools
Working Smarter, Not Harder: Select Subject
Adjustment Layers to selections
WEEK 3 - MASKS
Masks
Why do we use masks?
Where are the masks?
How do we know it’s a mask?
What can we do with masks?
Remove Power Lines
Removing People
Sky Replacement
WEEK 4 - Retouching & Compositing
Retouching
Blemishes
Teeth Whitening
Hair
Compositing
What works and what doesn’t!
Portrait
Unleash your creativity and learn the art of capturing the essence of your subjects in our four-week Portrait Photography Class! Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to refine your skills, this class is designed to make photography fun and accessible for everyone.
Capturing the soul
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WEEK 1
Lenses
Camera Settings
Composition and Framing Basics
Different types of portrait photography
WEEK 2
Natural Lighting Portraits
Posing a single person
How to connect with and direct your subject
WEEK 3
Unique Lighting in Studio
How to use artificial light
Using color
WEEK 4
Easy portrait editing with Aperty by Skylum
Creating realistic skin
Smartphone
Photography
Our smartphones are becoming our go-to cameras, so let’s learn how to use them properly and even expand on what’s possible!
Better pictures in your pocket
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We’ll cover:
Week 1: Everything Apple/Samsung should have told you
How to operate your camera with basic controls
How to adjust exposure (brightness) and focus for perfect pics
Cool features including Portrait mode, panorama, flash, and HDR
Week 2: Lighting
Lighting - why it matters more for Smartphones
Best lighting for different subjects
Portrait vs Travel vs Food Lighting
Week 3: Composition
Utilizing rule of thirds for different subjects
Landscape vs Close Up vs People
Presenting for a smaller screen
When to crop
Week 4: Editing
Why editing is so important
Editing for different subjects including landscape, travel, food and portraits
Using your phone to edit
Best free apps
Nature &
Landscape
Beauty of the outdoors
Unlock the beauty of the great outdoors with our Nature and Landscape Photography class! Whether you're a budding photographer or a seasoned snapper looking to refine your skills, this course is designed to elevate your photography game amidst nature's splendor.
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Understanding Natural Light: Discover how to work with natural light to create stunning images that capture the essence of your surroundings, from the golden hour glow to the moody shadows in a forest.
Composition Techniques: Dive into the rules of composition like the Rule of Thirds, leading lines, and framing, to bring out the best in your landscapes and nature shots.
Finding Your Unique Perspective: Learn how to see the world through a photographer’s eyes, encouraging you to experiment and find your personal style.
Equipment Knowledge: Get to know your camera and the gear that makes landscape photography easier, from tripods to filters—no fancy gear needed, just a willingness to learn!
Editing Essentials: Master the basics of post-processing to enhance your images while keeping them natural and true to your vision.
Business of
Photography
Make your dream a reality
Looking to start your photography business? Join professional portrait photographer, Casey Gardner Ford for this four week in-depth class to get your professional side in gear!
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Different types of photography businesses and finding your niche
Marketing
Website building
Invoicing
Financials
Business Structure
Licensing your images
Copyright and trademarks
Tips from industry experts
Intro to Video
Magic of cinema
Learn how to bring motion to your photography through video. Get an intensive, hands-on introduction to shooting, lighting and audio. In this course, we will delve into the exciting world of videography and teach you how to unlock the full potential of your DSLR or Mirrorless camera.
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Learn proper camera settings for DSLR and Mirrorless video
Different Types of lenses for video
Stabilizers, Tripods and Sliders
Capturing the best audio with a selections of microphones
Hands-on lighting demo
Affordable options for equipment
& more!
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eLearning
Start Learning Today! Watch on your own time, homework and instructor access
Start Taking better photos from home
TODAY!
Structured Instructional Videos
led by our Director, Sara Keith
Watch and complete on your own time
Pause, rewind, rewatch
Full access for life
Return to any lesson and anytime
Homework assignments for every lesson
with instructor feedback
Email access to your instructor
Student comments on each video
Completion Certificate included
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