Estrella Mountain Community College's Community Education program offers a variety of non-credit courses designed to help students build skills for personal and professional development.
This semester, a series of photography courses are available. Learn how to purchase and use a digital camera, and find out how to edit your photos to yield professional-looking results. For additional class listings on a variety of different topics, click here.
Looking to buy DSLR Camera Basics
COMM_ED 550-10010
If you are looking to upgrade to a digital single lens reflex (DSLR) camera or just purchased one, this is the perfect beginning class for you. We will cover the differences between point and shoots, and between DSLR cameras, the basic functions and terms, and touch on lenses and filters and how they can help you achieve great looking photos. Receive a comprehensive booklet filled with helpful information that will be covered in the class.
Cost: $29
J. Schiller
Wednesday, September 23, 2:00-5:30pm
Class #64707
Digital Photography Basics
COMM_ED 550-10025
Choosing a digital camera and learning how to use it can be quite overwhelming. This is a beginning class designed for those new to digital photography and either just purchased a digital camera or looking to purchase one in the near future. We will cover the basic functions, and terms, assessing the camera and what features are best suited for your needs. If you have a camera, bring it along with your owner's manual.
Cost: $49
J. Schiller
Monday, September 21, 2:00-5:30pm
Class #46571
Thursday, October 8, 6:00-9:30pm
Class #64895
Digital Photography and Photo Enhancing
COMM_ED 550-10071
Learn the basic and advanced features of a digital camera in an easy-to-understand, simple language. We will discuss the principles behind the symbols of the camera and their functions. Also covered is a hands-on approach using tips and tricks and user-friendly photo-enhancing software to achieve great looking pictures. Please bring a digital camera and owner's manual. A handy comprehensive booklet will be provided. Your digital camera must have the ability to be manually set.
Cost: $49
J. Schiller
Monday, October 12-26, 1:30 - 5:30pm
Class #64897
Thursday, November 5-19, 6:00-10:00pm
Class #46445
Register today by calling 623-935-8888.