Call 780-497-4301 or e-mail shantzd3@macewan.ca for more information; call 780-497-5000 to register. Photography courses are held at the Centre for the Arts and Communications (CFAC) located at 10045-156 St. 

Please note:
The majority of courses require a Digital SLR camera (with manual controls). Course fees do not include supplies or textbooks unless otherwise indicated. A $20 processing fee is charged for all withdrawals.

Fall 2010/Winter 2011 - Credit Courses

Digital Photography
Students create photo-based images with a digital single lens reflex camera, computer graphics software and printing technology. As students explore the fundamentals of image composition and the operation of a digital camera, they learn
to capture, manipulate, edit, print and mount digital images. Participants are to bring their own digital SLR camera.
$594, plus $20 + GST special fee, course supplies extra, 3 credits. 
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VCPH 100 (571) ..... CFAC
14 T, Sep 14 – Dec 14, 6:30 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: J. Symington.

VCPH 100 (596) ..... CFAC
14 Th, Jan 20 – Apr 21, 6:30 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: S. Tate.

VCPH 100 (621) ..... CFAC
14 Th, Apr 28 - Jul 28, 6:30 - 9:30 pm
Instructor: J. Symington.
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Fall 2010/Winter 2011 - Noncredit Courses

Digital SLR Basics
Take better photographs by learning the operations and functions of your compact digital or DSLR camera. Learn techniques for shooting portraits, landscapes and flash
photography. This one-day workshop is designed to give you a solid working knowledge of your camera. Digital camera with manual capabilities required.
$110, noncredit. 
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VCPH 0101 (550) ..... CFAC
1 S, Sep 25, 9 am – 5 pm
Instructor: J. Symington.

VCPH 0101 (551) ..... CFAC
2 Th, Sep 23 - 30, 6:30 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: J. Symington.

VCPH 0101 (552) ..... CFAC
1 S, Nov 13, 9 am – 5 pm
Instructor: J. Symington.

VCPH 0101 (577) ..... CFAC
2 Th, Jan 20 – 27, 6:30 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: J. Symington.

VCPH 0101 (576) ..... CFAC
1 S, Jan 22, 9 am – 5 pm
Instructor: S. Khorrami.

VCPH 0101 (578) ..... CFAC
1 S, Mar 5, 9 am - 5 pm
Instructor: J. Symington.
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Digital SLR I
This is a course for those who already have a working knowledge of their digital SLR camera and want more control and confidence to create the images they want. The course covers DSLR photography from the inside out. Learn how digital images are made and how to control camera settings for proper exposures. Learn how to operate your camera in manual mode to take pictures in all kinds of situations. Discuss historical and contemporary photographs for compositions, tone, style and concept. Digital SLR camera with manual control required.
$199, noncredit.
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VCPH 0102 (550) ..... CFAC
5 Th, Oct 7 – Nov 4, 6:30 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: J. Symington.

VCPH 0102 (551) ..... CFAC
2 S, Oct 16 – 23, 9 am - 5 pm
Instructor: J. Symington.

VCPH 0102 (576) ..... CFAC
5 Th, Feb 3 – Mar 3, 6:30 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: J. Symington.

VCPH 0102 (577) ..... CFAC
5 Th, Mar 17 – Apr 14, 6:30 – 9:30 pm
Instructor: S. Tate.
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NEW! Digital SLR II
This project based course challenges participants with an exploration of the technical and creative aspects of DSLR photography. Participants learn how to utilize the Zone System to gain greater control of exposures, and experiment with the artistic and technical potential of camera controls. The instructor will combine a progressive series of assignments with a discovery of how to look at and critique photographic work. Students are required to spend time out of class to complete assignments. Digital SLR camera with manual control required. Prerequisite: This course is for participants who have a solid knowledge of their DSLR. Digital SLR I recommended.
Instructor: J. Symington.
$295, noncredit.
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NEW fall section!
VCPH 0202 (550) ..... CFAC
8 W, Oct 27 - Dec 15, 6:30 - 9:30 pm

VCPH 0202 (576) ..... CFAC
8 W, Mar 2 – Apr 20, 6:30 – 9:30 pm
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NEW! Digital Darkroom
From capture to output, this digital photography lab course introduces participants to the practical, creative and technical aspects of working with digital images. The hands-on course covers a range of areas from image adjustment to colour and tone control to printing. Participants are introduced to workflow principles and a range of software needed to sort, edit and manage a library of photographic images. Important strategies to back-up and preserve photographic files are also introduced.
Working knowledge of DSLR photography is required.
Instructor: S. Tate.
$225, plus $20 + GST special fee, noncredit.
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VCPH 0160 (550) ..... CFAC
6 W, Sep 22 – Oct 27, 6:30 – 9:30 pm

VCPH 0160 (551) ..... CFAC
6 W, Nov 3 – Dec 8, 6:30 – 9:30 pm

VCPH 0160 (576) ..... CFAC
6 W, Jan 19 – Feb 23, 6:30 – 9:30 pm

VCPH 0160 (577) ..... CFAC
6 W, Mar 9 – Apr 13, 6:30 – 9:30 pm
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Event Photography
Are you the family photographer appointed to capture the day? Learn how to document the key moments in a wedding or other group occasion. Special topics include tricky indoor lighting, arranging large and small groups, anticipating and shooting action, and much more. Participants will bring their own digital SLR camera and have a good working knowledge of their camera. Instructor: S. Khorrami.
$110, noncredit.
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VCPH 0108 (550) ..... CFAC
2 S, Oct 30 and Nov 6, 9 am - noon

VCPH 0108 (551) ..... CFAC
2 S, Dec 4 and 11, 9 am - noon

VCPH 0108 (576) ..... CFAC
2 S, Mar 12 and 19, 9 am - noon

VCPH 0108 (577) ..... CFAC
2 S, Apr 9 and 16, 9 am - noon
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