Introduction to Digital Photography night class
Visual Arts
A course by
Otago Polytechnic
A beginner-friendly night class teaching the basics of digital photography, camera controls, and basic digital editing.
NZ$288
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Understand basic digital camera operation
Learners will understand how to use manual camera settings including shutter speed, aperture, ISO, white balance, and focus.
Apply exposure techniques
Learners will be able to control and combine aperture, shutter speed, and ISO to achieve desired photographic effects.
About This Course
This short night class is designed for beginners who want to get to grips with the fundamentals of digital photography. Covering technical aspects of camera control (shutter speed, aperture, ISO, white balance, RAW), the course also introduces digital editing using Adobe Photoshop and Bridge. Delivered in the Dunedin School of Art, it features practical sessions and small weekly homework tasks to help build confidence and skills using your own digital camera. Suitable for anyone new to photography or looking to get more out of their camera.
Course Content
- Exposure: aperture, shutter speed, ISO
- Camera settings: white balance, focus
- Adobe Bridge basics
- Photoshop basics: black and white, RAW processing
- Filing and sorting digital images
- Post-production options
Entry Requirements
A digital camera with manual settings.
A portable storage device (portable hard drive or USB thumb drive).
Build towards these roles
PhotographerPhotography Assistant
Build skills in these industries
Creative MediaVisual Arts
Otago Polytechnic is known for high quality, hands on learning that leads to strong outcomes. With excellent student satisfaction, high graduate employment rates, and a commitment to sustainability, it’s a place where practical skills meet purpose. Their award winning programmes span design, fashion, creative arts, trades, health, and business, giving you real experience and real confidence for whatever comes next.
