Fundamentals of Photography - 2016

1. The Camera

3. The Lens

[246 slides]
[Time est.: 211 minutes] [50sps]

[398 slides]
[Time est.: 183 minutes] [27sps]

Introduction
Class Overview
Welcome to Photography
Camera Types
Image Area
Viewing System
SLR
SLT
LCD
Rangefinder
EFV
Hybrid
Other
Lens System
P&S
DSLR
Mirrorless
Shutter System
Leaf Shutter
Focal Plane Shutter
Electronic Shutter
Shutter speeds
Basics
Effects
Handholding
Quiz - Shutter Speed (12)
LUNCH BREAKCamera Settings
File Type
White Balance
Color Space
Drive Mode
Buffer
Memory Cards
Formatting
Date & Time
Firmware
Custom Functions

Focal Length
Angle of View
Examples
Normal Lens
Wide Angle
Telephoto
Quiz - Focal Length (8)
Fisheye
Tilt Shift
Perspective Correction
Panorama
Focus Control
Subject Zone
Lens Speed
Aperture
Depth of Field
Explanation
Equivalent Aperture
Examples
Quiz - Apertures (8)
Lens Quality

2. The Sensor
[122 slides]
[Time est.: 90 minutes] [45sps]
The Photographers Life
Sensor Sizes - Basics
Sensor Sizes - Compared
Size & Cost
Depth of Field
Full Frame vs. APS
Pixels
Quantity & Size
Sensor Design
ISO
Basics
Recommended settings

4. Exposure
[183 slides]
[Time est.: 135 minutes] [45sps]
Equipment Life Cycle
Light Meter Basics
Metering Modes
Histogram
Quiz - Histogram (4)
Dynamic Range
Exposure Modes
Program
Shutter Priority
Aperture Priority
Exposure Compensation
Manual
Sunny 16 Rule
Exposure Bracketing
Exposure Values
Freeze Motion
Blur Motion
Maximize DOF
Minimize DOF
Maximize Sharpness
Tricky Exposures
Quiz - Exposure (15)

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5. Focus

6. The Gadget Bag

[220 slides]
[Time est.: 163 minutes] [45sps]
Photo Clich
Focusing Basics
Auto Focus
Phase Detection Focusing
Contrast Detection Focusing
Hybrid AF Systems
Dual Pixel CMOS
AF Mode
AF Points
AF Buttons
Manual Focus
Lenses
Viewfinders
Live View
Digital Focus Assistance
Magnification
Peaking
Focusing Scale
Dual Image
Digital Split Image
Shutter Speeds
Depth of Field
Examples
Quiz - Depth of Field (15)
Depth of Field Preview
DOF & Focusing Screens
Lens sharpness
Camera Movement
Handholding
Stabilization
Tripods
Advanced Techniques
Mirror Lock-up
Hyperfocal Distance
Microadjustment
Focus Stacking
Post Process
Quiz - Focus Problems (12)

[190 slides]
[Time est.: 144 minutes] [45sps]
Camera Accessories
Vertical Grips
Remotes
Memory Cards
Batteries
Battery Chargers
Power
Sensor Cleaning
Focusing Screen
Viewing Loop
Angle Finder
LCD Protection
GPS
Underwater
Lens Accessories
Polarizing Filters
Neutral Density Filter
Graduated Neutral Density Filter
Lens Hoods
Teleconverter
Lens Adaptors
Lens Cleaning
Macro
Macro Lenses
Extension Tubes
Close-up filter
Macro rails
Flash & Lighting
Speedlite units
Off-shoe cord
Diffusers
Extenders
Brackets
Macro Light
Tripods
Legs
Heads
Quick Release
Monopods
Stabilization
Cases

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7. Light
[401 slides]
[Time est.: 142 minutes] [22sps]
Being a photographer
Qualities of Light
Natural Light
Direct Sunlight
Front Light
Side Light
Back Light
Overhead Light
Spot Light
Indirect Sunlight
Overcast
Open Shade
Reflected
Mixed Light
Sunrise Sunset
Three Peaks
Twilight
Cloud Light
Color Pop
Silhouette
Starburst
Golden Hour
Quiz - Light (9)
Light Management
Step to controlling light
Natural Light
Reflectors & Diffusers
Artificial Light
Flash Fundamentals
Manual Flash
Auto Flash
TTL Flash
Inverse-Square Law
Focal Plane Shutter
Flash Duration
Red Eye
Speedlights
Built-in Flash
On-camera Flash
Off-Camera Flash
Connections
Single Flash
Multi-Flash
Advanced Flash Techniques
Slow Speed Sync
Rear Curtain Sync
High Speed Sync
Multi-Strobe

8. The Art of Editing

[252 slides]
[Time est.: 147 minutes] [35sps]
Intro - Assessment & Goals
Set-up
Computers
Drives
Organization
Import
Organizing
Files & Folders
Keywords
Collections
Rank
Stars
Flags
Colors
Views
Culling
Basics
Reasons to Eliminate
Reasons to Elevate
Make or Break Points
Develop
Fixing
Color
Exposure
Cropping
Treatment
Lens correction
Spotting
Noise
Distraction
Optimizing
Exposure
Local Exposure
Saturation
Sharpness

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9. Composition

10. Photographic Vision

[471 slides]
[Time est.: 182 minutes] [22sps]

[454 slides]
[Time est.: 169 minutes] [22sps]

Formula for great photos

Composition Basics
Simplify
Intrusions
The Frame
Mystery
Work the scene
Point of View
Better viewpoint
Better Light
Better Focus
Clean Background
Dark Background
Light Background
Silhouette
Unique Perspective
Up
Angle of View
The Best Story
Wide & Tight
The Photo Story
Compression
Wide & Close
Subject Placement
Rule of Thirds
Golden Ratio
Horizon Line
Direction
Symmetry
Reflection
Balance
Framing
Foreground / Background
Multi-Shot Techniques
Panorama
Panorama Stitching
High Dynamic Range
Focus Stacking
Time-lapse
People Filter
Bad Composition

Human Vision vs. The Camera

The Deceptive Eye
Human Vision Advantage
Camera Advantage
Visual Perception
Visual Balance Test
Visual Drama
Contrast
Sharpness
Aperture & focus
Subject Movement
Panning
Pan & Zoom
Elements of Design
Line
Diagonal Line
Curved Line
Leading Line
Shape
Shape & Shadow
Gesture
Pattern
Pattern breaker
Texture
Space
Black & White
Color
Basic Color
Spot color
Graduated Color
Monochrome Color
The Photographic Process [16]
Working the Shot [20 est]
What makes a great photo? [1]
Closing: The Moment [12]

[Total Slides 2937]

[Total Time 1566 min / 26.1]
Goal: 165-180 minutes
Goal: 1725 minutes total
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