Art's Cameras On-site Classes
Every photographer’s goal is to shoot better images. At Art’s, you will become more knowledgeable about your equipment and also be guided to photographic techniques
that will help you accomplish this mission. Our education division, Art’s Photo Academy,
offers a variety of classes taught by our experienced instructors to help photographers
of all levels improve their shots. Classes start at just $20, and most of our classes are
complete within a morning or afternoon. Experience a class on a spectrum of subjects!
Scroll the class listing for schedule and cost. Classes are held at both the Greenfield
(414-727-0234) and Waukesha (262-542-6222) locations. Contact each store directly to reserve your space. You’ll be on your way to a more gratifying picture taking experience!
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NEW CLASS Digital Quick Start
This class is designed to be a quick and easy way to get great photos with your digital camera. We will cover the basic operation of your camera, scene modes, taking and erasing pictures, and many other options your camera has available. $10 per person.
Digital Photo 101
The class emphasizes the digital basics and how to achieve good quality images and prints. Learn what your camera does automatically, what you can change manually, how to increase your camera’s speed, how many pixels you need, and how to get the photos into your computer. Plus, time is given to using three printing methods; inkjet(home), "kiosks", and ordering online. As with all our classes, we try to cover general topics, but there is also plenty of time given to individual attention and questions. $20 per person.
Digital Photo 201 - For Digital SLRs
This class has been restructured to better serve the more advanced questions of our digital SLR users. Learn the differences between your 35mm SLR and your new Digital SLR. Learn to use auto-focus, better control exposures, and use white balance settings. Please take time to explore your camera's menu options before attending this class. $20 per person.
DSLR Intermediate - for Nikon, Canon, & Olympus
Students should have attended Digital 201 DSLR course or have equivalent experience/knowledge.
Moving beyond the basics, this course is for digital SLR owners looking to fully understand and appreciate their camera. Topics include: getting the most out of the camera's metering and exposure functions, understanding histograms and custom white balance, proper lens choice, maximizing quality with RAW files, converting RAW files in the computer, and more! Students should have attended DSLR 201 course or have equivalent knowledge. $25 per person.
Photographic Composition (any camera)
Want to take even better photos? The secret to an award winning photo is great composition. Learn to visualize and create great photos using all of the key elements of composition. Topics include lenses, isolating details, leading lines, patterns, shapes, and much more! Cost is $30 per person./p>
External Flash for Digital SLRs
Already own or thinking of purchasing an external flash? Learning and understanding flash photography has challenged photographers for years. Let Art’s teach you how flash/ light works, TTL and manual exposure for flash, guide number/power settings, and flash metering techniques. Bring your camera, meter (if any), and external flash with fresh/ charged batteries. Cost is $30 per person.
Organize, Edit, Share, and Create with your Digital Pictures
How do you fully enjoy all those digital photos? Learn how to easily get photos into your computer to organize, categorize, and share them; quickly email photos; add text; perform basic enhancements such as cropping, converting to black & white, and red eye removal. See how easy printing, storing photos on CD, and creating collages, cards, and gifts can be. Share albums of photos with family and friends. $30 per person.
NEW CLASS Nature & Wildlife Photography
Want to take better photos of the natural world? If so, then this is the class for you. We’ll cover in depth lens techniques, exposure techniques (including Depth of Field), close up/macro techniques and much more. This class will focus on nature and wildlife photos, but these techniques can be applied to all photography. $30 per person.
NEW CLASS All About the Exposure
Wondering what those so called f/stops and shutters are really doing? This class will take you in depth into the many aspects of exposure. Learn light metering skills, f/stop controls, shutter controls, ISO controls, and especially the balancing act between them all! $30 per person.
NEW CLASS Flower & Garden Photography Workshop -
any camera, SLR or compact!
Can’t wait to get stunning photos of all those beautiful plants you grew. Our 2-day workshop will help get you on your way. Our first session will be in the classroom covering the basic tools and techniques used to get great close up shots. Topics will include close-up equipment, lighting, exposure, composition, and much more. The classroom will be followed by an on-location shoot at the Boerner Botanical Gardens (admission to the garden included) from 8am to Noon, with an after lunch critique session on the photos taken! Sign up today and SAVE- $90 per person, EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT-register by August 15th for only $70.
