Photography 101: Learn to Use Your Camera with Confidence

Perfect for beginners, parents, creatives & anyone ready to stop guessing and start shooting with purpose.
Bring your camera—we’ll walk you through the rest!

Audience: Adult beginners with DSLR or mirrorless cameras

Topics Covered:

• Quick intro: Camera types & why understanding settings matters (JPEG vs RAW)
• The Exposure Triangle:
• • ISO – light sensitivity & image grain
  • Shutter Speed – motion blur vs. freeze
  • Aperture – depth of field & brightness
• How settings work together to control exposure
• Understanding and adjusting Kelvin (white balance)
• Basics of composition: rule of thirds, framing, and finding good light
• Hands-on practice in the studio:
• • Testing different settings
  • Practicing movement, focus, and lighting
• Simple Q&A and wrap-up

Instructor: Carissa Photopoulos

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