Introduction to Camera Work - 1 Day Workshop

Part 1: Introduction to Your Camera

Understanding the basic parts of your camera: lens, body, buttons, and dials. Overview of different camera modes: Auto, Program, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, and Manual.

Part 2: Essential Settings

Explaining the camera menu: common settings and their functions.

Part 3: Introduction to Exposure and Lighting

Metering modes and exposure compensation.
Handling challenging lighting situations: low light, backlighting, and harsh sunlight.

Part 4: Understanding Focusing Techniques

Autofocus vs. manual focus: pros and cons.
Types of autofocus modes: single, continuous, and hybrid. Tips for achieving sharp focus in different situations. Depth of field: Controlling focus in your photographs.

Part 5: Creative Camera Features

Exploring creative modes: aperture priority, shutter priority, and manual mode. Utilising scene modes and special effects.
Understanding in-camera filters and presets.

Part 6: Hands-on Practical

Guided photography exercises: Basic portrait

Part 7: Look at learn (Introduction to basic Lightroom)

Importing and basic adjustments