Photography Lessons near Pittsburgh, PA

Whether you have never picked up your DSLR camera before or are starting to become serious about photography, my lessons will help you get on the right track. We will go over: how to use your camera in different modes, how to control shutter speed, aperture, ISO, etc. what gear you should get, lenses and more. The ultimate goal is for you to be shooting in full manual mode, and then bring your pictures onto the computer and edit them! Every week, I will give you image shooting assignments and we will do weekly mini critiques. Once you feel comfortable shooting with your camera, we will get into more technical aspects such as printing, post processing, and proofing. I am a "Canon guy", so that brand of camera is my specialty! However, I have worked with students with all camera brands. Just an extra plus if you have Canon! I have been teaching Photography on Takelessons for 4 years now, and I can't wait to see you in class!

Having taken pictures of families, weddings, children etc. over 15 years, I have learned to move swiftly from one picture to the next to help those being photographed feel comfortable and have a good time! Pictures capture a moment of time that will always be remembered! During class we will cover: *Lighting *Aperature *ISO *Manual *When to use Manual and Automatic *How to take pictures throughout a wedding day, family or children photoshoot. *Posing that works for both family and weddings *How to start a business *Flash *etc.

We go in an in-depth journey of light and shadows. I can teach in digital and Film photography. I am very knowledgeable in lighting techniques for portrait photography, fashion photography, outdoor, event and artistic expressionistic photography. My students will learn composition, lighting and artistic forms of photography

If you’re interested in learning photography – congratulations! Photography is a fun, practical hobby as well as an exciting career. Although learning photography does take a little patience, the rewards are certainly worth it. So, let’s start with the benefits of why you should learn photography. - The ability to record special events like a child’s birthday, graduation or the family’s vacations with clear, focused well composed photographs. - Never missing a picture of a special moment because you were searching for the right button or dial. - Taking photos that you and your loved ones will enjoy displaying on your wall. By capturing your special memories in pictures, you can have a way to document and pass on these memories to future generations. - Communicating through your photographs. A picture really is worth a thousand words! You can capture an expression that says it all. Or as we've seen in magazines like Time and National Geographic, you can shoot photographs that convey messages powerful enough to open a mind or convey just about anything you want to communicate. You don’t have to be a professional photojournalist to get out there and take some great shots

I've been in love with photography since my early teens. In my experience, three things keep the process fun and exciting: 1) identifying four distinct quadrants in each shot before you click the shutter, 2) taking several shots of the same thing, and 3) picking out the best ones. Though I primarily shoot and publish albums of landscapes, I can help you become a proficient portrait photographer as well. Whatever your favorite subject(s) happen to be, I'll show you how to capture them with enthusiastic grace.

I can help you get an eye for a artsy photo and make the camera your weapon

In this class, you will learn the basics of photography, including posing, lighting, styling, and editing. Show off your beautiful models with either your phone camera or a DSLR. I will also teach you how to switch over from auto settings to achieving stunning images by going manual on your camera

Want to know how to take great photos? While I am a piano teacher, I also am a photographer for nearly twenty years. I take photos of landscapes, macro, wildlife, night and architecture. My photos have been displayed at art shows and sold numerous times at the Mass. College of Art annual auction. I give tours local to the Boston area. Boston Common, Arnold Arboretum, and Great Meadows in Concord, MA.