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INTRODUCTION TO PHOTOGRAPHY BPH100

Duration (approx) 100 hours
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Why Study an Introduction to Photography Course?

To take better photographs is a simple answer to the question why study an introduction to photography course. 

This course provides a solid foundation for developing and improving your photography skills. It is a great introduction to still photography using film or digital cameras.

It is an ideal course for a beginner.

You will notice an improvement in the photographs you take.

This course is suitable for professional/career development, CPD or personal interest.

What do our students think of the course?

"I found it to be an excellent course in basic Film Photography. The section on exposure was very clear. I appreciate the diagrams and clear concise directions in developing and enlarging film. The staff were very kind and my tutor was very encouraging and always gave clear feedback. I was very happy with the flexibility of the course. I moved to a different country and was able to continue with the course."

Emma Day, USA. Introduction to Photography course.

What Will You Learn In This Course?

Learn about

  • photographic equipment
  • taking better images
  • lighting
  • fault finding

Equipment

To complete the assignments you need access to camera. (Whilst any camera is satisfactory, an SLR is best. Your tutor can advise on buying a camera if you do not have one). 

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COURSE STRUCTURE AND CONTENT

As part of the course, you will be given various tasks to help you to develop your knowledge and abilities in photography care.  Along with these tasks, you will also be given a number of questions to answer at the end of each lesson.  You are required to submit them as an assignment to your tutor.  The 8 lessons which form the course are outlined below.

1. Origins of Photography:

  • To discuss the principles those underpins photography and examine the evolution into digital technologies.

2. Film

  • To explain how photographic images are able to be captured on film or digitally. This lesson will also explain how photographic images are able to be captured by digital cameras.

3. Photo Equipment: Cameras

  • To provide you with a firm understanding of how you can work at improving your capabilities with respect to taking photographs

4. Photo Equipment

  • To determine appropriate application for a range of common items of photographic equipment and develop an understanding of how digital images can be transferred effectively from a digital camera

5. Processing/Developing Images

  • Developing Different Film Types, Processing Solutions, Fixer, Developer, Stop Bath, Fixing, Washing, Wetting Agents, Drying, etc.

6. Enlarging and Photo Manipulation

  • Describe the process by which photographic film may be enlarged. Also explains techniques that can be used to process digital photographs within a computer to achieve improved or changed images.

7. Lighting

  • To work more effectively with light when taking photographs.

8. Fault Finding

  • Common Problems, and how to deal with them.

What Are the Advantages of Studying Photography With ACS Distance Education?

  • You can start at any time to suit you.
  • The courses are self-paced.
  • You can study when and where suits you. They are flexible to fit in around you and your lifestyle.
  • Keep up to date on your learning.
  • Update your CV.
  • It is not just a course, it is a package of learning that includes – course notes, tutor feedback, self-assessment tests, research tasks and assignments.
  • Our tutors are all experts in their field, with years of experience in photography and teaching.
  • They are also keen and enthusiastic about their subject and enjoy working with students to improve their knowledge and skills.
  • Courses are also updated regularly to meet the demands of the changing needs for knowledge and to keep our courses up to date.

What Next?

  • Do you want to improve the photographs you take?
  • Do you want to learn how to use a camera properly?

This is an ideal course for the beginner who wants to get better and better photography skills.

You can enrol today by clicking the “Enrol Now” button above.

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Courses can be started anytime from anywhere in the world!

Meet some of our academics

Josiane JoubranCSC consultant with IBM, Software QA Engineer, Course Writer and Tutor. Josiane is an I.T professional with extensive experience with computer hardware and engineering in Lebanon and Australia. Josiane has a B.Eng., Grad.Dip.I.T., Master Info.Tech., MCP, MCSE.
Cheryl McLardyA scientist, teacher, writer and animal scientist, with more than 20 years experience including: Sports Horse Stud Groom, Stable Manager, Yard Manager, Equine industrial Training Manager, FE Distance Learning Manager. Cheryl has travelled widely, working in England, Scotland, Australia and New Zealand; and is now based in Scotland. She holds a Bachelor of Science (Hons), Higher National Diploma in Horse Management, and a City and Guilds Teaching Certificate.


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