Manual Mode & Composition

We use a mixture of theory and practical throughout the day to help you understand how, why and when to use manual mode use examples to help you understand the rules of composition. This workshop is both classroom and field based, you'll leave with plenty of useful reference materials and a DSLR is available to borrow on the day, subject to availability - please contact Louise Mills on 0776 233 6222 before booking.

What will I learn:

• Manual mode - we'll show you how to use manual mode to precisely control your camera and start to shoot much more creative imagery

• Light - you'll learn how the camera 'sees' light, how it differs to what our eyes see and how to use it to your advantage

• Focus - we look at how to focus in low light and when and how to use manual focus

• Landscape skills - we'll explain how to create 'smooth' water, used graduated and Neutral Density filters and capture movement in clouds

• Low light photography - you'll learn how to photograph fireworks, light trails, sparklers, create 'ghosts' and photograph in low light

• Composition - we look at the rules of composition including how using light and colour can change a shot

• Lenses - we explain how your lens choice can affect a photo and change the perspective

Here's what you can expect from the day:

• A fun, sociable and educational day, running from 11 am until 4pm

• Tuition from an experienced professional photographer and course notes emailed to you afterwards to support your learning

• Both classroon and practical time, so that you get the best of both worlds and get the most from the day no matter what your learning style

• A review of images at the end of the day, with lots of opportunities to ask any questions

• Group size of no more than 4

• Refreshments on tap and free wifi

• Access to our Facebook Community group following the workshop

OPEN DATED VOUCHER for our popular Introduction to Photography Part 3 - Manual & Composition Workshop for use within The North West region.

This is a perfect gift for anyone who wants to learn how to make the best use of their camera, which will be explained in a simple and easy to remember manner.

Book this date and the recipient can contact us to arrange to attend any of the Introduction to Photography Part 3 Workshop Manual & Compositionrunning at any time within the region in the next year, provided there are spaces remaining.

E-mail andy-lowe@goingdigital.co.uk with the name(s) of the recipient(s) and you will be sent a personalised Gift Certificate, with details of how to book a specific date and venue.

This workshop will have a maximum of 5 students and will last between 5-6 hours starting at 10:30am set within the beautiful grounds of Tatton Park, Cheshire.

This is a relaxed, day long workshop where we banish jargon and explain in plain English how to use manual mode like a pro and take your photos from great to spectacular, simply by deploying your secret weapon, which is composition.

Mastering manual on your camera will allow you to shoot landscapes with filters, create landscapes with 'smooth water' or moving clouds, photograph fireworks, light trails, and images at night. A strong command of composition will put you head and shoulders above the rest and will transform an ordinary image into something that you'd be proud to put on your wall.

We use a mixture of theory and practical throughout the day to help you understand how, why, and when to use manual mode use examples to help you understand the rules of composition. This workshop is both formal learning and field based and you'll leave with plenty of useful reference materials.

A DSLR is available to borrow on the day, subject to availability - please contact Andy on 07979 273683 before booking.

What will I learn:

Manual mode- we'll show you how to use manual mode to precisely control your camera and start to shoot much more creative imagery

Light- you'll learn how the camera 'sees' light, how it differs to what our eyes see and how to use it to your advantage.

Focus- we look at how to focus in low light and when and how to use manual focus.

Landscape skills- we'll explain how to create 'smooth' water, use graduated and Neutral Density filters and capture movement in clouds.

Low light photography- you'll learn how to photograph fireworks, light trails, sparklers, create 'ghosts' and photograph in low light.

Composition- we look at the rules of composition including how using light and colour can change a shot.

Lenses- we explain how your lens choice can affect a photo and change the perspective.

Here's what you can expect from the day:

A fun, sociable and educational day, running from 10am to approximately 3:30pm

Tuition from an experienced professional photographer and course notes emailed to you afterwards to support your learning.

Both formal learning and practical time, so that you get the best of both worlds and get the most from the day no matter what your learning style.

A review of images after the session, with lots of opportunities to ask any questions.

Group size of no more than 4

Free WIFI and access to restaurant facilities.

Access to our Facebook Community group following the workshop

We use a mixture of theory and practical throughout the day to help you understand how, why and when to use manual mode use examples to help you understand the rules of composition. This workshop is both classroom and field based, you'll leave with plenty of useful reference materials and a DSLR is available to borrow on the day, subject to availability - please contact Louise Mills on 0776 233 6222 before booking.

What will I learn:

• Manual mode - we'll show you how to use manual mode to precisely control your camera and start to shoot much more creative imagery

• Light - you'll learn how the camera 'sees' light, how it differs to what our eyes see and how to use it to your advantage

• Focus - we look at how to focus in low light and when and how to use manual focus

• Landscape skills - we'll explain how to create 'smooth' water, used graduated and Neutral Density filters and capture movement in clouds

• Low light photography - you'll learn how to photograph fireworks, light trails, sparklers, create 'ghosts' and photograph in low light

• Composition - we look at the rules of composition including how using light and colour can change a shot

• Lenses - we explain how your lens choice can affect a photo and change the perspective

Here's what you can expect from the day:

• A fun, sociable and educational day, running from 11 am until 4pm

• Tuition from an experienced professional photographer and course notes emailed to you afterwards to support your learning

• Both classroon and practical time, so that you get the best of both worlds and get the most from the day no matter what your learning style

• A review of images at the end of the day, with lots of opportunities to ask any questions

• Group size of no more than 4

• Refreshments on tap and free wifi

• Access to our Facebook Community group following the workshop

This workshop is about mastering the manual mode! We delve deeper into how you can take full control of the camera to get creative. Building on your knowledge from previous workshops this is an opportunity for you to hone your composition skills.