Making the most out of your digital compact camera

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Making the most of your digital compact camera
Single day course

Do you have a digital compact camera and just use the Auto Point and Shoot mode?

Do you ever wish you could take better pictures with you camera without getting too involved in all the technical Stuff?

Why not come on our MAKING THE MOST OF YOUR DIGITAL COMPACT CAMERA course and learn how to use more of the basic functions that are available to enable you to improve your photography techniques.

We cover the basics at our base in Edale then head out on location to put what we have learnt into practice. The aim is to teach you how to improve your handling of the camera and how to take better images by applying the rules of photography.

In addition you will be given an aide memoire to help you in the weeks and months ahead. 

Refreshments and lunch will be provided to keep you going, as well as any transport needed during the course.

The course includes

  • Individual tuition by your guide on photographic topics.
  • Guided walk to the best locations in the area.
  • Comprehensive course notes provided for each student.
  • Transportation during the day.
  • Refreshments and lunch during the day.

Subjects Covered

  • Setting up your camera for optimum use
  • Handling your camera
  • Picture modes and their uses
  • Using the cameras focusing system
  • Improving your composition techniques
  • Photographing people (including people in our photographs)
  • Using the light
  • White balance