Course Title: Basic Digital Photography Skills Course Description: This course is designed to teach students the basic knowledge and skills required to take high-quality digital photographs. The course will cover the fundamentals of digital photography, including camera settings, composition techniques, and editing software. Students will learn how to create aesthetically pleasing images that meet the needs of various industries, including corporate headshots, marketing materials, and social media. Instructor: Dan Farrier II Course Objectives: - Understand the fundamentals of digital photography - Learn how to use a digital camera and its settings - Learn various composition techniques to create visually appealing images - Understand the basics of editing software to enhance and modify images - Learn how to create images that meet the needs of various industries Course Outline: Week 1: Introduction to Digital Photography - Overview of digital photography - Understanding the camera and its settings - How to use different modes on the camera Week 2: Composition Techniques - Framing and Rule of Thirds - Leading Lines and Symmetry - Light and Shadow Week 3: Image Editing - Introduction to editing software - Basic editing techniques - Enhancing colors and contrast Week 4: Practical Applications - Corporate Headshots - Marketing Materials - Social Media Course Requirements: - Digital Camera (DSLR or Mirrorless) - Laptop with editing software (Adobe Lightroom or Photoshop) - Access to the internet Grading and Evaluation: - Attendance and participation: 30% - Assignments and projects: 40% - Final project: 30% Final Project: The final project will require students to create a portfolio of images that meet the needs of a specific industry. Students will be required to use the skills and knowledge learned throughout the course to create aesthetically pleasing images that meet the requirements of the industry. The portfolio will be evaluated based on composition, technical skills, and overall quality of the images. Disclaimer: The syllabus content and schedule are subject to change at the discretion of the instructor. Any changes will be communicated to students in a timely manner.