Understanding Light Metering and Exposure (Feb 4, 2024)

More info and registration:  Link:https://www.edu.hcponline.org/courses-workshops/p/24wvwdb006-understanding-light-metering-and-exposure
Instructor: Laszlo Perlaky
1 virtual session
Sunday, February 4, 2024,  2–5 p.m.
Skill level: Intermediate

In this informative workshop, participants focus on creating accurately exposed images by understanding light conditions and applying correct approaches while photographing. We will review the physics of light, learn about light metering with handheld and/or in-camera light meters, use Indirect and direct metering (spot, evaluative, or selective metering), and discuss how to calculate the correct exposure in normal and extreme light conditions.  Additional topics include the zone system, exposure values, and the Histogram. Participants will review examples and partake in analyzing various images in relation to the lighting conditions in which they were taken.

Expanding the Landscape: Vision and Concepts (Feb 18 – Mar 17, 2024)

More info and registration: Link:https://www.edu.hcponline.org/courses-workshops/p/24wvcfa102-expanding-the-landscape
Instructor: Laszlo Perlaky
5 virtual sessions
Sundays, February 18, February 25, March 3, March 10, March 17, 2024,  2–5 p.m.
Skill level: Intermediate

Powerful landscape photography series combine accurate aesthetics with strong concepts and ideas that artists wish to share with their audiences. This course guides students through the creation of a landscape photography body of work while developing their technical skills and artistic approaches. Together we will expand the field of traditional landscape photography and examine skyscapes, waterscapes, industrial landscapes, cityscapes, and micro-landscapes. We will review the important role that contemporary photographers serve in nature conservancy by discussing their work and approaches to photographing the beauty and fragility of our surrounding environment. Participants will be encouraged to define their own concepts, share their work while creating storyboard-based visualizations, and participate in group discussions. Constructive feedback will be offered to students as they develop their work in progress.