FREE Photography Class: How to Take Sharp Photos

Details

Today's class will cover all the basics required to take sharp photographs. Instructor Jeff Donald will cover the techniques and equipment required to make sure every photo is razor sharp. Jeff will also touch on the need for post processing to obtain the sharpest images possible. Among today's topics are:

Use of a Tripod
Mirror Lockup and When to Use It
Types and Uses of Straps and When to Use Them
Where to Focus
Use of Autofocus
Use of Manual Focus
Use of Image Stabilization
Use of LiveView
Much, Much More . . .

The meeting will conclude around 11 AM and everyone is welcome to join Jeff and Lew to discuss any and all aspects of photography. No food or beverage purchases is required to stay.

We must have at least 35 RSVP's or we will not be able to have this class. Using the projector and screen requires that we have half the restaurant. This is not possible unless we have the minimum number of attendees.

Please also consider staying after the class and joining Jeff and other experienced FCCP members and getting all you questions answered by the experts at FCCP. Here is the link to RSVP for the after class event,

https://www.meetup.com/Florida-Center-Creative-Photography/events/lbbvmqyzjbdc/

No food or beverage purchase required.

Late comers are always welcome and stay as long as your schedule permits. Please don't feel obligated to stay the whole two hours. We know your Saturday hours are valuable.

A food or beverage purchase is not required. Please consider purchasing a beverage. They serve coffee, tea, Coke products and various juices. They are providing table service and will have a large room to cleanup after we leave.

The class is formal structure and Jeff will be using both a Keynote (PowerPoint) Presentation and a White Board to explain the basics of captive animal photography.

The entire class is recorded, with audio, and will be available to download or stream for FREE for those that attend. Students will also be provided with a link to download all the slides used in the Keynote in PDF format. This will simplify note taking for some students.

If you do not attend the class or you miss a class, the recordings will be available to purchase.

What FCCP Members are saying about the class.

Jeff explains patiently, in a logical sequence, and with strict clarity. He continually checks for understanding, and dignifies all questions. His sense of humor puts everyone at ease . . . . . . Cade

Great class and great studio! I love learning in depth how a program works, so this class was spot on. I will be there next week! . . . . . . Kelly

Great group of people, great teacher & a comfortable, quiet meeting site! . . . Jane

I have had good instructors in the past, but Jeff Donald is by far the best. He speaks clearly and loudly, he knows his subject, he knows what is important to cover, he stays on task, he repeatedly asks for questions, he is friendly, he has a sense of humor, and he is everyone’s idea of a leader. . . . . . John

Upcoming 2019 FCCP PhotoTours

Yellowstone/Tetons Wildlife with Fall Colors — September 2019

Fall Colors & Lighthouses, Acadia National Park/Portland — October 2019

My Recommended Retailers

Where you buy your gear matters. You expect to get what you ordered and you want to pay a low price for it. The retailers I recommend below are the ones I trust for my own purchases.

B & H Photo and Video ( http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/buy/Great-Deals/ci/16478/N/4280521071?BI=4308&KW=&KBID=4736 )

Adorama - The Photography People ( http://www.adorama.com/?kbid=64386 )

FCCP Membership Options:

Pay Your Monthly/Annual Optional Dues ( https://www.meetup.com/Florida-Center-Creative-Photography/events/240801300/ )

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