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Digital Photography for Beginners and Camera Operation Basics

These days photography is present in every aspect of our daily lives. We photograph more pictures than in every past point in history, yet how many of those images are good? Understanding the key elements of photography and camera operation can make all the difference between "just a photo" and a meaningful one.
With an experience of 15 years working as a professional photojournalist, my goal is to pass forward my knowledge and enthusiasm. It takes no more than a few meetings to notice the improvements in your photography.

Who is it for?
- If you are taking your first steps in the world of digital photography.
- If you recently got a new Digital camera and feel lost in the sea of options, configurations, and operations.
- If you just want to get better at taking photos of your next trip or some free time with the children or grandchildren.
I can guide you through the way to make much more from your newly purchased camera or even smartphone,
from the basic steps of the operation to the point you will be able to take beautiful and creative images.

Extra information

You can bring your own camera, or one can be supplied to you for the sessions.

Location

At student's location: Around Berlin, Germany

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General info

Age:
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level:
Beginner
Duration:
45 minutes
The class is taught in:English

About Me

With an experience of 15 years working as a professional photojournalist, my goal these days is to pass forward my knowledge, enthusiasm and love to the medium of photography.

Education

I hold a B.Des from the Bezalel Academy of Art and Design, where I stidied visual communication between the years 2009-2013. In 2013 I was one of one hundered students carfully selected to take part in the Eddie Adams Workshop In 2013, teaming up with top professional photographers and editors in a four-day gathering that includes assignments, portfolio reviews, panel discussions and presentations.

Experience / Qualifications

I am a photographer, photojournalist and visual artist living in Berlin. As part of my journalistic work, I cover news events and social issues in the German capital and abroad. My images are published regularly in various leading newspapers and magazines.

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