Fundamentals of Photography
With Erica Whiting
Class Description
Led by professional photographer Erica Whiting, this four-week class introduces participants to the foundational skills of photography. Students will learn basic camera anatomy, exposure, shutter speed, depth of field, and navigating settings. Each week includes hands-on practice photographing still-life objects and subjects in natural light, as well as learning to freeze or blur motion intentionally. Participants will also learn to import and view photos on a computer. This class is ideal for beginners or anyone new to their camera.
Other topics include shutter speed, and depth of field. Each week participants will make photos they have composed and created using techniques taught in this class. We will practice with still-life objects and a variety of natural lighting conditions (no flash), as well as learning how to photograph objects in motion to freeze motion or create intentional motion blur. Each class includes hands on practice and verbal and visual instruction.
Perfect for beginners who’ve never picked up a camera or recently purchased one and thought okay, where do I start?
Price
$80 for members, $90 for non-members. Members use the code PHOTO for your discount.
Dates & Times
This class meets on Saturdays, March 7th through 28th, from 12 – 1:30 pm.
March 7th
March 14th
March 21st
March 28th
Materials Required
Participants will need a digital camera (DSLR or point and shoot) to take photographs, a camera card, computer to view their images on, and photo viewing software. Students should also bring their factory camera manuals. For further details on obtaining materials, feel free to reach out directly to the instructor at hello@ericawhitingphoto.com"
About the Instructor Erica Whiting
Erica is a multidisciplinary artist and creative photographer focusing on non-traditional and experimental portraits. She received her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design and a Certification of Art Education from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania.
Her mission is to help you fall in love with yourself and showcase your individuality. She uses dramatic lighting, props, movement, creative editing techniques and set design to promote positive self-image and inclusion for empowering, photoshoot experiences. No idea is too out of the box when it comes to planning your session.
Erica’s work has been exhibited in the Nicole + Harry Martin Spring Show at the Erie Art Museum and the ArmErie Show at the Bayfront Gallery in Erie, PA. Her photography work has been featured on the Unscripted Posing App, Business Insider, the New York Post, and published in Rock N Roll Bride. Erica is also an art educator, having taught for the Erie School District and Erie Art Museum.