Photography Course 101: Camera Basics
Unlock your camera’s potential with expert guidance
Photo course highlights:
- Handling Your Camera and Changing Lenses.
- Pressing the Shutter Button the Right Way.
- Adjusting the Viewfinder to Your Eyes.
- Choosing the Right Exposure Mode.
- Raw and JPEG/HEIF: Choosing Image Formats.
- Adjusting White Balance for True-to-Life Colours.
- Selecting Picture Profiles for Creative Colour Effects.
- Reviewing Photos and Reading the Histogram.
- Introduction to Photographic Exposure and ISO Speed.
- Getting Great Exposures Every Time.
In this 3‑hour, in-person course, you’ll get practical experience with expert guidance in a fun, outdoor setting. I’ve designed this lesson to help you handle your camera with confidence and make creative decisions. With personalized feedback and real-world exercises, you’ll walk away with valuable skills you can use right away. Sign up now and start capturing amazing photos!
Revamp How You Think About Photography
Important Details
- All cameras with manual mode.
- All brands of digital cameras.
- Unsure? Contact me to check your camera’s suitability.
- Camera and lens
- Fully charged battery
- Emptied memory card
- Camera manual
- Notebook and pen
There are two locations depending on the time of year and weather.
April 1 – October 31: In front of The Royal Conservatory of Music:
November 1 – March 31: The Allen Lambert Galleria inside Brookfield Place, just by the RBC Dominion Securities facade:
My complete cancellation and refund policy is found in the Terms of Sale. The following summary is for your convenience:
- All sales are final, and no refunds are given if you cancel.
- If unexpected issues occur, you can reschedule up to 24 hours before your group photography workshop is scheduled to start.
This outdoor photography workshop requires weather-appropriate clothing to stay comfortable and protect your gear, especially on wet days.
My photography courses are held outdoors and involve walking. Some locations may not be fully accessible. In case of bad weather, I’ll notify you of any changes to the meeting location.
I highly recommend attending courses 101 to 105 in their numerical order. Taking the lessons out of order is discouraged because each builds upon the concepts presented in previous lessons.