Photography - Contents

1.... The Camera - A brief introduction to the main functions and anatomy of the camera. Take a look at how a camera captures light using lenses and shutters, and how it is stored on film.


.......Parts of a Camera
.......Types of Cameras
.......Choice of a Camera
.......Types of Lenses
.......Take the Quiz


2.... Camera Operations - Get some help making choices about what type of camera, film, and lenses are practical for your planned usage. Learn how to load a 35 mm camera and a 120 mm camera.


.......Selecting Film
.......Loading Film
.......Adjusting Exposures
.......Recording Motion
.......Take the Quiz


3.... Taking a Picture - Learn how to hold a camera and position yourself for taking pictures. Get some insight on using lines, dimension, depth-of-field, and more. Learn about placing subjects and positioning yourself so that your images come out desirable.


.......Using the Camera
.......Using Subjects
.......Priciples of Composition
.......How to take pictures
.......Take the Quiz


4... Film and Development - Find out about the properties of film, and what makes film sensitive to light. Also learn the exact steps for processing and developing film, filled with tips and guidlines.


.......Film Properties
.......Processing Equipment
.......Processing Steps
.......Developing Steps
.......Take the Quiz


5.... Paper and Printing - Learn how the paper is similar and very different to film. Also how certain papers can make your terrible image appear to be perfect.


.......Photo Paper
.......Chemicals and Equipement
.......Choosing Images
.......Enlargements
.......Take the Quiz


6.... Advanced Printing - Tips and techniques for giving those not-so-perfect images a little face lift. Also about the things that you can even make with nik-naks laying around your lab or classroom.


.......Contrast
.......Cropping
.......Image Manipulation
.......Burning and Dodging
.......Take the Quiz


7.... Lighting - The most critical element in making a powerful image is all contained in the lighing. Learn about the various types of light commonly available ranging from sunlight to studio lights. Learn how to make light work for you and your subject.


.......Light Qualities
.......Types of Light
.......Continuous Light
.......Flashes
.......Take the Quiz