DIGITAL PHOTO

 Buying a Camera and the Basics

Bob Montgomery
Find out what to look for in buying a digital camera and deciding which is right for your needs. Learn what the technical terms mean and discuss basic functions. Discover how to upload your pictures to a computer and how to store/retrieve them. Find out how to print and the best labs to develop your photos. Learn about the different software and the basics of digitally enhancing your images.

Wed, June 6, 6-9 p.m.      Littleton Campus
ARCR 1131M01-58548      $49, $3 fee to instructor

Beginning Digital Photography

Bob Montgomery/Eli Vega
For the 35MM and digital camera user who is new to photography and whose camera has an adjustable aperture and shutter speed. Explore the basics of working with the camera and all of its modes. Focus on aperture, shutter speed, depth of field, ISO and exposure. Discover composition principles to create better photographs. Bring your camera and its owner’s manual.

Tue, June 19-July 3, 6-9 p.m., 3 wks      Littleton Campus
ARCR 1132M01-58290      $99, $3 material fee to instructor (Eli)

Wed, June 13-27, 6-9 p.m., 3 wks      Parker Campus
ARCR 1132MP1-58794      $99, $3 material fee to instructor (Bob)

SELL PHOTOGRAPHY

How to Sell Your Photography in Your Spare Time

Eli Vega
Some of the best photographs are never seen. If they are never seen, they won’t sell. Learn how to market your good photos to meet buyers’ needs, establish your prices, how to find and contact potential buyers, how to protect your creative rights, and much more. You will be surprised how close your markets might be. If you want to make some extra money with your photography in your spare time, this course is for you.

Wed, May 23-Jun 6, 6-8:45 p.m., 3 wks      Littleton Campus
ARCR 1152S01-80374      $99, $3 material fee to instructor

Tue, July 31-Aug 14, 6-8:45 p.m., 3 wks      Littleton Campus
ARCR 1152M01-58644      $99, $3 material fee to instructor

PHOTOSHOP

Photoshop Elements Basics

Amy Folkestad
Learn Adobe’s newest versions (9-10) of their user-friendly image editing software to organize and enhance your digital photos. Bring your laptop (PC or Mac) loaded with Elements software, as well as images that you would like to use. During the first week learn how to manage your photos and practice using editing tools to improve your images. During the second week, explore cover layers, how to create artistic affects, how to take out unwanted objects (like that pesky pedestrian in your family photo), and other practical editing skills.

Tue, June 5-12, 6-9 p.m., 2 wks      Littleton Campus
ARCR 1145M01-58551      $99

Photoshop Elements II

Amy Folkestad
Expand your skills of Elements (9-10) and learn how to use all of the tools offered in this powerful program. Bring your laptop (PC or Mac) loaded with Elements software, as well as images that you would like help improving. Information on “digital darkroom” techniques will be covered in order to help you improve lighting, color, distortion and sharpness. Tools and features covered will include levels, non-destructive layers, masks (applying effects or filters to specific areas), blending, as well as color and skin tone corrections and Photomerge. Additionally, information on collage techniques and some basic graphic design options, such as digital scrapbooking and bookmaking tips will be covered.

Prerequisite: Photoshop Elements Basic class or equivalent understanding Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 3

Tue, June 19-26, 6-9 p.m., 2 wks      Littleton Campus
ARCR 1146M01-58552      $99

CREATIVE IMAGES

Photographs from the Heart: 201 Field Trips

Richard Steckel
Join Dr. Richard Steckel, co-founder and executive producer of the Milestones Project and learn, share, reflect, and celebrate your photographs. Alternative weeks will be class “photo safaris” to local events (e.g. Cherry Creek Famers’ Market, Paris Street Market, and Littleton historical Museum) You will apply “photo storytelling” techniques learned in classroom sessions. Photos will then be shared, analyzed, and appreciated by classmates. Learn through a sense of whimsy, playfulness, and “undiscovered competence” via highly interactive, engaging and practical discussion. Use your own digital camera regardless of make and model. The material fee covers the cost of a book students will produce.

• “Find the story” in your picture taking.
• Produce a treasured gift for a loved one on a special occasion.
• Discover the five categories of photography which will change the way you see the world.
• Impress yourself and others with your deepened sensitivity to the people and places around you
• Take photographs that document what is important in your life.

Tue, May 1-June 12, 6:30-8:30 p.m., 7 wks      Littleton Campus
ARCR 1092S01-80557      $109, $50 material fee to instructor

TRAVEL PHOTOGRPAHY

Secrets to Great Travel Photos

Ron Stern
Well known travel photojournalist Ron Stern (ronsterntravel.com) shares the secrets to taking great pictures. Whether using a small point and shoot or an expensive SLR, learn to look for and take the best possible shots. Begin inside and learn about the basic camera operations and techniques the pros use. Then go outside to practice what you have learned. Bring your camera. Ron will help you see creatively, explore the techniques of framing, and when to use fill flash, reflectors, and manual settings for more versatility. Discover how to use natural lighting for dramatic effect. He will also share some options for low-cost methods to create a full-color, hardcover photo book of your images.

Mon, Aug 13, 5-7 p.m     . Littleton Campus
ARCR 1151M01-58266      $49

COLOR

Bits and Bytes of Color: Theory and Practice of Color Management

Doug Reese
Change your photography for GOOD! Discover principles that will open up new ways to enhance your images no matter what editor you’re using; Aperture, Elements, Lightroom, iPhoto, Photoshop, etc. Get tips and tricks you can use right away! Learn the basic theory of digital color management: what is light, what is color temperature, how vision works, color spaces (sRGB, Adobe RGB, LAB); what is analog and digital; digital camera quirks; creative use of white balance; understanding bits, bytes, pixels, ppi, dpi; JPEG vs RAW; monitor profiling; printing tips and much more. Bonus: Sizing and Sharpening for web and print. Principles are demonstrated using Photoshop for color set-up, soft proofing, inkjet printer set-up and workflow. For serious hobbyists to semi-pros with a working knowledge of the camera, photography and photo editing. Laptops and cameras aren’t needed. Bring a flash drive with JPEGs to share.

Sat, May 19, 9-5 p.m.      Littleton Campus
ARCR 1149S01-80369      $69, $5 material fee to instructor

ONLINE

Too difficult to get to class? Try an online course. Visit the online section and follow the links to ed2go to see how easy and fun online learning is.

Section Numbers Chart:

• M01    June 20
• M02    July 18
• M03    August 15

Remember to include course number, section number as indicated above, course title and course start date when registering and completing your registration form for all courses listed below:

ONLI 1030     Introduction to PhotoShop CS4 — $109
ONLI 1041     Introduction to InDesign CS3 — $109
ONLI 1046     Introduction to Adobe Acrobat 9 — $109
ONLI 1071     Photoshop Elements 8 for the Digital Photographer — $109
ONLI 1103     Photoshop Elements 8 for the Digital Photographer II — $109
ONLI 1169     PhotoshopCS4 for the Digital Photographer — $109
ONLI 1177     Introduction to Flash CS4 — $109
ONLI 2066     Photographing Nature with Your Digital Camera — $109
ONLI 2965     Photoshop Elements 7 for the Digital Photographer — $109