Basics of Photography Leipzig: Smartphone & SLR
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About this class
Report, city, landscape, portrait — for beginners and advanced users. You'll learn manual camera settings (aperture, time, ISO), image design and image editing with Gimp or PS Elements. The focus is individually tailored to you.
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What to bring to the class
Please bring your camera (DSLR or system camera), smartphone or tablet and definitely paper and pencil. Optional: laptop with image processing program for image processing directly on site.
What is included in the class?
Free WiFi access is available during the workshop.
The workshop takes place on the grounds of the Feinkost Art and Industry Cooperative — centrally in Leipzig and surrounded by a creative, historic atmosphere. A comprehensive learning package awaits you:
- Intensive practical workshop with personal support in small groups
- Individual feedback on your pictures including portfolio and exhibition advice
- Small group of participants for intensive support
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What you’ll do in the class
- Introduction to manual camera settings: aperture, shutter speed, ISO
- Understanding light, exposure, and white balance for better image control
- Image design and composition techniques: rule of thirds, lines, perspectives and image section
- Individual focus: portrait, reportage, still life or nature photography
- Practical photo exercises indoors and outdoors: creative use of existing motifs
- Image selection and the basics of digital post-processing with Gimp or Photoshop Elements
- Feedback round on image impact, tips for improving and building a personal portfolio
Who is the class suitable for?
- Hobby photographers and beginners: Ideal for anyone who wants to take pictures with a smartphone, a compact camera or DSLR* and understand the technology better
- Advanced users who have already had initial experience but want to confidently master their manual camera settings (aperture, time, ISO, white balance) and want to deepen their image composition
- Regardless of the device model: Suitable for any camera that allows manual adjustments — from mobile phones to SLR to system cameras.
- Anyone who enjoys practice and creative exercises: The course combines practical indoor and outdoor exercises with photo discussion, individual feedback and portfolio development.
*Alternative learning paths are offered for cameras without manual adjustment options.
