Photography: Digital Photography and the Intimate Landscape (L0956XE20)

Cost breakdown

Tuition fee	£76.50
Total cost	£76.50

What is the course about?

The intimate landscape is an often overlooked aspect of photography. We are used to grand sweeping vistas, horizon line dutifully placed on the rule of thirds, images often dependant on the majesty of the landscape we find ourselves in.
However, we do not all live in the sweeping majesty of nature, more likely in a small town nestled in the un-remarkable landscape of the Sussex country side. However a small quiet landscape, the sort of landscape that inspired, Wordworth’s clouds, and William Blake’s Albion, can make for some terrific photographic opportunities if we learn how to approach it creatively.
This course will teach creative techniques to get the most out of the Sussex landscape and by the end of the 5 weeks students will have completed their own series of Intimate landscape photographs utilising a variety of techniques taught in class.
• The course focuses on creativity but full technical support will be given.
• Learn a variety of compositional techniques in depth and how to apply them to the landscape.
• Learn how “landscape photographer’s see” by looking at some great practitioners and examples.
• Learn how to make stunning images in black and white, and other creative camera settings.
• Learn how lenses and focal lengths affect picture outcomes.
• Learn how to develop a creative photography project and how a series of images can have more creative potential than a single image.
• Learn how to develop your own step by step process to making better landscape images.
A time booking system will also be in place during the class, so students can have 1 to 1 sessions with the tutor to facilitate each week’s task.
Students will be expected to spend some time between classes applying the techniques learnt in class to their developing project.
We will also be using Padlet, a great secure online picture resource where students can share their images with the class and join in with peer to peer support and tutor feedback.

What previous experience, knowledge or qualifications do I need for this course?

This course is for more confident DSLR camera users, and knowledge of how to use the mode dial would be a great advantage but not essential.

What do I need to bring with me?

Please have the following material ready to use during your online class:
A DSLR or Bridge camera. Memory card, battery, notepad, pen, computer, and good internet access

Are there any additional costs?

No. Some advice will be given in lesson 3 re camera lens filters and how these can improve photography. Ideal for students that already have filters, such as ND, or polariser filters, but they are NOT required for the course.

What can I do next?

If you would like more information about enrolling onto another course, please speak to your tutor or a member of staff by dialling 0345 601 01 61 or by visiting our website on www.aspiresussex.org.uk.