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Photography with Sam H.

4.9
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Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 10+
Speaks Spanish, English
Teaching since 2013
Spanish & Communication
  • 2 Repeated Students

I will show you how to make MAGIC with your camera!

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!

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About Sam H.

4.9
(165)
Hi! My name is Sam! This is my SEVENTH year with TakeLessons and I couldn't be happier with the students that have come my way. If you're reading this, then you've taken the first step in finding a tutor that is right for you! I completed two Bachelor's degrees at Worcester State University in Massachusetts. I have a B.A in Spanish and a B.A in Communication. I love Spanish, and I believe that you can really get the hang of it after a little time and practice. With grammar review, practice, and vocabulary memorization, it becomes really easy to learn this language. I am more than happy to be here to help you learn this exciting language! Proper pacing is crucial to learning a new language. Therefore, I make each lesson customized for every student. Every lesson, you will receive downloadable links with all of the content covered in the lesson. I also teach group classes. These are great for those that prefer larger classrooms and interacting with peers. Check out the Takelessons Live page and sign up for some of my classes! Aside from Spanish, I also teach Adobe Photoshop & Photography. There are endless possibilities with Photoshop, and I am here to let you discover some of them. No experience? Tired of watching online tutorials with no feedback? Maybe you need a tutor to guide you through the process! We will start off with layers and then go on from there, moving into the more intricate tools such as the pen tool, layer masks, and blending modes. For photography lessons, I teach you the technical language you need to know when talking about photos. I will show you how to command your DSLR camera to get the exact photo you want.
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165 Reviews
Sherry
Online
Sam is awesome! Very detailed and thorough and explains everything so a technology challenged person (like myself) understands. :) Highly recommend Sam!
Posted Apr 28, 2024
Sherry
Online
Sam explains everything so I understand. I’m a bit technology challenged so that was very nice! He is very thorough and detailed.
Posted Apr 14, 2024
Matthias
Online
Sam is an awesome teacher! Very knowledgeable in photography, photoshop and lightroom. He is very good at instructing and giving pointers for those who are seeking to improve their photography skills. I highly recommend taking lessons with him!
Posted Jan 21, 2024
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Experience

Film Making Instructor

Jun, 2015 - Aug, 2015

Incrediflix

Instruct filmmaking summer camps for children between the ages of 7 and 13. Work with students to create a variety of both live action and stop motion videos. Student’s completed projects are are uploaded online upon completion

Education

Spanish & Communication

Sep, 2014 - May, 2018

Worcester State University

Awards

Juror's Prize

Feb, 2017

ArtsWorcester

Languages

English

Native Proficiency

Spanish

Native Proficiency

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