Noncredit Photography

Upcoming  Noncredit Photography Classes

For course schedule and pricing, click on the course number below.

PHO 305 - Basic Digital Camera Operations
Designed for entry level film or digital single lens reflex camera (DSLR) photographers. Learn camera operations, including composition, focus, lens selection, exposure, metering, flash and memory devices.
Note: Students supply their own camera and memory card and computer lab not offered with this course.

PHO 346 - Digital Photography: Intermediate-Advanced Techniques
Learn proven techniques to better your digital photography skills. Designed for the digital single lens reflex (DSLR) camera. Study equipment, advanced exposure techniques, low light situations and off-camera flash. Instructor will discuss action photography, close-up macro photography, tips for photographing people and travel, camera raw capture and raw file editing techniques. 
NOTE: Prior knowledge of basic digital camera operation recommended or PHO 305. Students supply their own digital single lens reflex camera with manual override and memory card. Computer lab not offered with this course.

PHO 348 - Shooting in the Dark NEW 
Learn methods for night photography including shutter and ISO settings using available or local lighting. Review and analyze examples to learn about taking fireworks, city, moon and eclipse shots.

ONLINE PHOTOGRAPHY

ONL 383 - Discover Digital Photography
Learn the basics of digital photography including equipment, software, digital darkrooms, printing, Internet and email use along with commercial and personal applications. Learn what you need and what you can expect to invest. 

PHO-340 - Photographing Nature with Your Digital Camera
Learn how to take beautiful photos of landscapes, water, trees, animals and more. Discuss digital camera equipment, telephoto techniques and macro photography.

PHO-341 - Secrets of Better Photography 
Enhance your photography skills by mastering basic exposure and lighting techniques. Learn how to photograph portraits, landscapes and still lifes.  

PHO-343 - Travel Photography Using a Digital Camera 
Explore the art of travel photography. Learn about focal points, depth of field, shooting fast-moving objects, underwater photos, low or mixed light situations, protecting equipment in all climates, shooting from the air, capturing urban settings and metering options.

PHO-344 - Photographing People Using a Digital Cameras 
Discover the best approach for shooting portraits, formal groups and faces. Learn how to arrange a sitting, set moods, create themes and editing techniques. Explore action photos and creative ways to photograph children, babies and pets.

For more information contact AACC's Office of Continuing Education at 410-777-2325 or email Program Coordinator, Anita Ramundo at ahramundo@aacc.edu.