Everything you need to know in one day!
Photo 1 Express
This ONE-DAY experience introduces you step-by-step to an understanding of:
• Essential parts of your camera including: lenses, focus & zoom, diopter, mirror, shutter and sensor
• Basic Camera functions including: ISO, shutter, aperture, white balance
• How your camera reads light (exposure)
• Using the playback, delete functions
• Memory and Raw vs Jpeg
• Techniques for awesome composition (take better photos)
• And SO much more!
This workshop is designed for photography beginners and photo enthusiasts looking to learn the basics of the art and technique of photography. The day starts at 10am and ends at 3pm, allowing for a 45 minute lunch break. Participants are welcome to bring a lunch or choose from a variety of nearby options.
Everything you need to know in one day! We get you off of AUTO in by the afternoon.
Learn how to freeze motion for sports photography, have the perfect aperture for a portrait, and an immaculate ISO for landscapes. Know your camera better in this one day class.
Meet Your Instructor
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Meet Your Instructor ///
Julie Yarbrough
Julie Yarbrough is a digital and film photographer and has been working in the Atlanta area since 1996. She was educated at Spelman College and holds an Associates degree from the Art Institute of Atlanta.
Over the years, Yarbrough has continued to cultivate and nurture her skill and artistic edge with her own business, JYPHOTOGRAPHY. With clients city-wide, she specializes in special events, editorial, music, and portraiture. Since spring 2002, Yarbrough has also shared her talent and knowledge of photography through teaching at the Fulton Co. Arts Centers.
Julie is active in the photography community and is a current member of Sistagraphy. She has displayed her work in numerous exhibits and is involved with Sistagraphy community outreach programs for the visual arts.
What students are saying about Photo 1 Express
Mike P.
“Whether you’re new to photography or have been doing it for a number of years, this class provided so much information in such a short period of time.”
Tiffany
“This class was super informational and fun. The instructor was knowledgable, approachable, effective, and supportive of each of us in the class, and the 5 hours felt like it flew by. I have been raving about it ever since I left, and I am excited to practice the tools that I learned. Thank you.”
Marquita J.
“I took the Photo 1 Express class today and it was amazing! The instructor had a great flow with detailed information and demonstration. It was well worth my time and money! They will see me again!”
Casey J.
“Julie was AWESOME!!! She is so knowledgeable and made learning feel comfortable, accessible, and empowering. I feel ready to use my camera - something that felt a bit intimidating before this class. I will recommend this class, and Julie, to so many people. Thank you!!!”
More info
There will be a 30-45 minute lunch break. Feel free to bring your own lunch, or there are restaurant options near by.
What should I bring to class?
Registered students are asked to bring their Digital SLR camera or mirrorless camera, camera manual (if you have one), memory card, fresh battery and note-taking material.
Any questions? Contact us here!