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Intro to Digital Photography 6 week class
The Arts Center
719 Central Avenue St. Petersburg, Florida 33101
Email: cvosburgh@protechniques.com
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Jul 29, 2008 07:00 PM
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09:30 PM
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In downtown St. Petersburg, east of the interstate.
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Introduction to Digital Photography
6 week hands-on class, Tuesdays 7 - 9:30
Learn the basics of digital photography, from choosing the right camera and printer to making prints and sharing your images on the web. The mysteries of dpi, ppi, megapixels, and different camera features will be explained. You'll learn how to compose your images and determine the best lighting conditions. You'll also get to know some of the tips and tricks that the pros use to get the best shots. You'll also get instruction in Adobe Photoshop to correct, retouch, print, and e-mail your images. This class is hands-on and teaches techniques you can start using right away in an easy, down to earth style by the only Adobe Certified Expert Instructor in the area. This class is designed for both Windows and Macintosh users. Previous computer experience is recommended.
Course outline:
- How digital cameras work
- Accessories, what you need and what you don’t
- Resolution made simple
- What all those buttons do
- How to set your camera for the best results
- F-stops and shutter speeds made easy
- Five composition tricks every photographer should know
- How to determine the best lighting conditions
- How to get consistent predictable results
- Three shooting techniques guaranteed to make your images better
- Personalized hands-on help with your camera
- Personalized advice to help your artistic growth
- Getting your photos into your computer
- Organizing your photos
- Color correcting and retouching
- Archival issues
- How to make the best prints
- How to e-mail your pictures quickly
- Saving your photos for future generations
- And a whole lot more
Prerequisite: None
Tuition: $205 members, $235 nonmembers Lab fee: $10
To sign up: Call The Arts Center 727.822.7872
Questions? Call 727.319.2800 or e-mail us.
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Lunch & Learn Series
Grab a sandwich and join me for lunch every friday at noon.
Join me live,
online for an informal Photoshop tutorial and discussion. There's only
room for 15, so sign up now!
"This is the best seminar I've ever attended!"
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"I have taken other software classes and Mr. Vosburgh’s ability to teach with clarity far surpasses other instructors"
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"This was quite different and a pleasant surprise. Very up to date! Very personable and knowledgeable on Adobe and the field of graphics. It’s nice having an actual person teaching with an art background"
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"Chuck never makes you feel like you are asking a stupid question"
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"Made learning enjoyable"
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"Awesome! Chuck is the best instructor I have ever had"
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"Not only are you a great teacher, but you're a great person and you have that drive to help others become successful"
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"When I tell them I did it, I get the funniest looks".
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"I started from scratch and applied the techniques you taught me. When I compare it to the one I started with, it made me laugh! Needless to say I plan on taking more Photoshop lessons with you".
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"He has a great sense of humor. Definitely not like the rest of the boring teachers"
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"I wish all my classes were this enjoyable and presented with such clarity and knowledge"
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"A fine instructor, goes above and beyond the scope of his job to provide an extremely beneficial educational experience"
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"Very knowledgeable and had the experience to go way beyond the book! Very helpful"
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"Very patient. Never made you feel intimidated to ask questions"
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"Chuck is VERY personable and is always willing to respond to any question or to help in any way. The class was taught so anyone can understand but we were spoken to as adults instead of a kindergarten class. It amazes me how much he knows, and he's willing to share with all of us"
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"Very courteous and respectful of individual needs"
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"Just the right pace"
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"Did an AWESOME job!! Was extremely funny and made the class very enjoyable"
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"I have taken other software classes and Mr. Vosburgh's ability to teach with clarity far surpasses other instructors"
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"It's nice to have a working professional as an instructor to give real-world experience"
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"I am impressed with his know-how and dedication to ensuring each student understands, and then applies each assignment"
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"Vosburgh is great. He know his stuff. Chuck was very patient and approachable"
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"How I wish I had Mr. Vosburgh when I was in college. He has been the best instructor I can remember (he is not holding a gun to my head right now either)"
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"Enjoyed the use of humor - helped me to remember. I really enjoyed the class - time flew by"
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"Guru!! Chuck made the class fun, Extremely knowledgeable, very relevant"
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"The very best. Absolutely fantastic. Patient, helpful; great"
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"Very approachable, very willing to help outside the assigned class time. Good speaking skills and keeps the attention of the class"
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"His enthusiasm was infectious... the sign of a master teacher"
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"Very knowledgeable and competent in his presentation, and was a joy to be around"
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"Great personality and very easy going - explains very clearly"
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"Chuck is one of the best instructors I have ever had anywhere. He is thorough in his presentation and completely knowledgeable. Classes were very entertaining. I would recommend these classes highly. Chuck does a super job. I would take any class that chuck teaches... seriously"
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"Mr personality - very knowledgeable and easy to get along with"
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"Chuck is an excellent instructor, He takes the time to ensure you understand every aspect of he lesson and is always available for help. Definitely goes the extra mile"
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"Best instructor I've ever encountered! Made learning enjoyable"
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"What a great instructor - so easy to understand"
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"Chuck is truly fantastic! Chuck's enthusiasm and humor made time fly by"
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"I've never had a more reliable or professional teacher. In short, he's great!! I'm extremely happy"
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"I have gotten more out of Mr. Vosburgh's classes than any other class I've taken"
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"To say Chuck is excellent would be an understatement"
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"Chuck is an outstanding teacher, a natural who makes the program clear and fun to learn. Chuck's experience and knowledge of tricks and extra techniques was a great supplement. Patient and thorough"
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"Chuck does a terrific job of making his class easy to understand. He also brings genuine enthusiasm that's contagious. He's extremely knowledgeable"
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"Chuck has plenty of style! Must have been on Adobe's development team. Nostradamus didn't know as much"
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"Mr. Vosburgh was full of helpful industry based information. Chuck's patience seems endless. He's a great teacher"
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"Chuck Vosburgh makes learning easy, very enjoyable, fun. He takes the time and makes it all so easy to grasp - goes above and beyond not just to teach us how to use Quark but how to use it professionally. Outstanding instructor"
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"(Chuck) added a lot of vital information not in the book"
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"Made me look forward to coming to class!!! He actually enhanced the information. I retained each new item with great ease"
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"Five stars - Chuck knows how to teach. He has the ability to communicate his vast knowledge to any level from beginner to advanced and he made the class fun too with his great personality, wit and anecdotes"
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