Studio lighting for photography: an introduction

Learn how to use and explore the posibilities of studio lighting for photography, concentrating on objects and portraiture.

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Key course information

Dates
21/03/12 - 04/04/12

Day(s)
Wed

Duration
3 weeks

Time
14:00 - 17:00

Fees
Full fee: £83
Senior fee: £63
Concession: £51

Venue
PS - Photography Studio

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Course code
VY825

Availability
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Course outline

What is the course about?

An introduction to the use of Studio Flash and Tungsten lighting to enhance portraits and still life objects. You will work in small groups with a set of studio lights to create portraits and still life images.

What topics will we cover?

- Advantages and disadvantages of lighting
- Exposure
- Backgrounds
- Tungsten Lighting
- Flash lighting
- Light shapers, contrast control and reflectors
- Portraits
- Still life objects.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

- Use a hand held light meter
- Create a portrait lit by tungsten and flash lighting
- Photograph a still life object lit by tungsten and flash lighting
- Control the level of contrast desired by the use of reflectors and light shapers.
- Begin to use some of the creative possibilities that control of light allows.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

The Course is for beginners in lighting but you will be shooting using the Manual settings of your camera. A refresher will be provided in the use of the camera settings but it is not designed for beginners in Photography.
You should be able to follow simple written and verbal instructions to support demonstrations, hand-outs and for health and safety information, and will be invited to take part in group discussion. You should be able to use numbers and be able to do simple measurements and calculations.

Please look at the rest of the course outline carefully to decide if you may benefit from support in your English and Maths skills to help you to take part fully in this class.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

Demonstrations, individual tuition, practical work and notes.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

No.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

City Lit runs a variety of photography and digital photography courses - please see 2009/10 course guide & City Lit website for details.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2700

visualarts@citylit.ac.uk

Please email us for advice or call us during these times:

Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays - 9.00 -12.00 & 15:00-18:00

Thursdays - 9.00-12.00

Saturdays - 14.00-17.00

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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Dates	Day(s)	Time	Duration	Fees	Snr	Conc	Code	Availability
08/10/11 to 15/10/11	Sat	10:30 - 16:30	2 weeks	£110	£110	£110	VY737	Finished	» Select
18/10/11 to 08/11/11	Tue	14:00 - 17:00	4 weeks	£108	£72	£52	VY680	Finished	» Select
16/11/11 to 07/12/11	Wed	18:00 - 21:00	4 weeks	£120	£120	£73	VY727	Finished	» Select
20/01/12 to 10/02/12	Fri	10:30 - 13:30	4 weeks	£108	£72	£52	VY685	Finished	» Select
21/03/12 to 04/04/12	Wed	14:00 - 17:00	3 weeks	£83	£63	£51	VY825	Finished	» Select
26/04/12 to 17/05/12	Thu	18:00 - 21:00	4 weeks	£120	£120	£73	VY716	Finished	» Select

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