Join David in the field for a course of one-to-one instruction (around the Durham area) at an easy to understand pace. Suited for both the beginner and intermediate photographer, where you will be able to practice skills and techniques which will help you improve and enhance your creative output. David holds a full (Teachers) Certificate of Education which he gained in 1998. Both the Field Course and Photoshop Tuition will be covered with handouts.
Basic Skills
Improve Image quality
Aperture and Shutter speed
Advanced techniques
Perfect exposure
Taking good photographs
Camera settings
Dynamic Composition
Possible Locations to Visit
Depending on the location of the shoot you will have the option to travel with David or meet at the given location. I'll be covering aspects of composition with you in an informal setting where you are encouraged to explore the surrounding location.
Please bring with you your camera instruction manual and also some stout footwear, walking boots are ideal. £75 for 3 hours.
This is based on you visiting the Durham area for the tuition.
Alternatively, David can visit you or meet at a destination of your choice for an extra £25 per hour to cover travelling costs and time.
High Force - Gibsons Cave
Blanchland
Newcastle/Gateshead Quayside
Coastal Area
Durham City
Night time or day time shoots can be arranged
Photoshop Tuition
Whilst Photoshop is a very large subject to cover it can be broken down to suit your needs. David has over 10 years experience and can cover most photographic processing subjects. The training can be done in your own home or you can travel to David. You will need to bring with you a CD containing approximately 20 images. Tuition is based on £25 per hour with normal lesson duration lasting 2 hours.
Settings in Adobe Camera Raw
Sharpening
Processing raw files
Blending Images
Post processing in Photoshop
Using Layers
To book, please
by email stating which tuition package your require, and
we'll get back to you with some dates. Ideally, please suggest some dates that suit you. Payment for the tuition can be made on the day (or in advance by PayPal).
Cash preferred as we don't have credit card facilities on the day.
