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Basic Camera Skills

Beginner / Lecture
This course is ideal for beginners using a 35mm film or digital camera. The instructor will review the fundamentals of image capture and camera operation, guidelines for achieving proper exposures, and techniques for creating successful photo images. Students considering the purchase of a camera may want to attend the first class to get professional advice on what camera is best to fit their needs and interest. This class does not include instruction in darkroom or digital printing. Weekly assignments will be given. Please bring your camera and manual to class.
Instructor: Andres Soulas

Section A - Full
6 Tuesdays
September 16 – October 21
10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Section B
6 Tuesdays
September 16 – October 21
6:30 – 9:00 p.m.

Section C
6 Tuesdays
October 28 – December 2
10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Section D
6 Tuesdays
October 28 – December 2
6:30 – 9:00 p.m.

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Tuition: $155 (members $140)

Price: $155.00

The Photographer's Eye

Lecture
A good photograph succeeds for one reason – because it was well seen. Visual sensitivity and aesthetic considerations are ultimately just as important as technical know-how in making memorable photo-images. This class examines the creative approaches and visual elements that will help improve your photographs. Students will explore the vocabulary of vantage point, framing, composition, abstraction, and light. Students are expected to shoot 35mm color assignments each week for in class critiques. Students must provide their own camera (digital or film formats are welcome).
Instructor: Carlie Collier

8 Tuesdays
October 7 – November 25
6:30 – 9:00 p.m.

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Tuition: $185 (members $170)

Price: $185.00

Introduction to Black & White Darkroom Photography

Beginning Darkroom
Here’s that basic black-and-white darkroom course you always wanted to take. It covers film development, printing, and darkroom safety. You should be proficient in the operation of a manually adjustable 35mm camera and have one ready for use. Instruction includes weekly assignments, lectures, discussions, and critiques. The instructor will discuss materials the first day of class.
Instructor: Christopher Wiedeman

10 Mondays
September 22 – November 24
6:30 – 9:00 p.m.


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Tuition: $200 (members $185)
Lab Fee: $25

Price: $225.00

Black & White Crash Course

Beginning
This class covers both use of a 35mm manual camera and introduces film processing & printing. If you are a beginner or just need a thorough review, this class provides you with basic technical information while applying compositional and aesthetic information to help you make better photographs.
Instructor: staff

10 Thursdays
September 25 – December 4
No class Nov. 27
6:30 – 9:00p.m.

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Tuition $200 (members $185) Lab Fee: $25

Price: $225.00

Intermediate Black & White Darkroom Photography

Intermediate/Advanced
This course is designed for anyone who has taken a class in black and white photography and/or darkroom and wants to take the next step whether it has been months or years since your last class. A thorough review of manual 35mm camera operation will be addressed as will brushing up on darkroom skills and creating well-crafted darkroom prints. This class also focuses on the photographic project and introduction to medium format and Holga cameras. Ultimately our goal will be to build a cohesive portfolio of your work. Materials discussed the first day of class.
Instructor: Travis Fullerton

10 Wednesdays
September 17 – November 19
6:30 – 9:00 p.m.

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Tuition: $200 (members $185) Lab Fee: $25

Price: $225.00

Open Dark Room

Dark Room experience required or enrollment in VACR darkroom classes
This is for students needing extra time to print and practice the photo techniques taught in beginning darkroom, and for photographers wanting a place to print. Chemicals and equipment provided; bring your own paper, apron, and other supplies. No instruction.
Instructor: Allison Fiebert

8 Sundays
October 5 – November 23
1:00 – 3:30 p.m.

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Purchase 8 sessions for $170 (members $155), or pay $25 at the door for each 2.5-hour session

Price: $170.00

The Well Traveled Photographer: Photographing other Cultures ~ NEW!

Intermediate/Advanced – Lecture
Do you love taking pictures when you travel, but are never quite pleased with the outcome? This one-day workshop will help you to fine-tune your image-making skills when photographing in foreign and exotic locations. After reviewing a selection of students’ travel photographs, we will focus on how to convey a sense of place, capture the culture, and tell a story. Topics include: looking beyond the tourist shot, breaking the language barrier when photographing people, creative street and landscape photography, as well as what to pack, digital storage, working under difficult light, and using flash. The instructor will also share some of her work shot all over the globe. Students should bring 10 to 15 samples of their travel photography to class (prints, slides, digital JPEG files), as well as their camera and manual.
Instructor: Regi Franz

Saturday, November 8
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

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Tuition: $90 (members $75)

Price: $90.00