Federation of Philippine Photographers Foundation (FPPF) - Basic Photography Workshop

This workshop teaches basic photography skills including: how to operate a digital SLR camera, how to achieve proper exposure, elements of design, posing, studio lighting and more. An SLR camera is not required, although helpful. Go to www.photoworldmanila.com to register.

Location: Fort Santiago, Intramuros

Time: 9-5 PM for 5 Saturdays or 5 Sundays in a row (40 hours total). New classes each month.

Cost: 3500 pesos for the program

I just finished the class and had an incredible experience as a new photographer. Please feel free to contact me if you have questions about the class. Advanced and professional classes are also available.

Day One
• Camera operation and handling
• Basic camera parts and icons
• Correct exposure by adjusting aperture and shutter speed
• Reading the camera meter
• Practice shoot inside Fort Santiago

Day Two
• Review of Day 1 lecture
• Critique of photos from last session
• Understanding composition: leading lines, rule of thirds, frames, foreground and background, S-curves, patterns, light and shadow
• Practice shoot on composition

Day Three
• Art History & Elements of Design

Day Four
• Critique of photos from last session
• Portraiture and posing
• Lighting theory and practice
• Using flash and studio lights
• Choosing filters for portraits
• Hands-on shoot indoors and outdoors using studio lights, reflectors, and available light

Day Five
• Basic lighting, shooting setup, using props
• Flash photography & use of filters
• Introduction to basic digital imaging
• Critique and judging of prints
• Presentation of certificates of attendance, awarding of prizes for photo contest