Your study path must begin with a stage 1 course, either Introduction to Photography, or Introduction to Digital Photography if you are choosing the digital photography route.
Following Introduction to Photography, we advise students to take a stage 2 course, either a darkroom course, Black & White or Colour Photography, or Intermediate Digital Photography if a digital route is chosen.
Stage 3 courses can be undertaken in either a conventional photographic, or digital medium.
Please note, students studying Stage 3 courses using digital medium, must have access to their own digital equipment, as no computer support can be offered for these courses.
Introduction to Photography
Introduction to Digital Photography
Colour Photography
Black and White Photography
Intermediate Digital Photography
The Language of Photography
Photographing People
Landscape Photography
Documentary Photography
Constructed Images
In most cases we do recommend beginning with an Introduction course.
Our Introduction to Photography and Introduction to Digital Photography courses are ideal for absolute beginners. They’re also great courses for those who would like to learn how to process and print their own black & white images, or digitally process their work using Adobe Photoshop.
Both courses will teach you about camera functions, apertures, shutter speeds and demystify all those menus. As well as technical input, the course will open your eyes to the creative side of photography by examining the work of other photographers, looking at creative composition and using different lighting conditions. The courses will introduce you to either the basics of film processing and printing techniques in the darkroom, or if you undertake the digital module, you will look at using Adobe Photoshop to process your images.
On completion of the Introduction to Photography course, you will be able to continue your photographic work by undertaking further courses or becoming a Member and using the drop-in darkroom facilities.
The Introduction courses are recommended for beginners and those looking to refresh their skills. For more information or to discuss the required prerequisite knowledge, please contact the education team on 029 2066 8695 or email education@ffotogallery.org
For Introduction to Photography, you will need a basic 35mm SLR camera. We do not recommend particular models, but you should try to get a camera with as many fully manual functions as possible, such as manual focus and manual exposure control.
For Introduction to Digital Photography, you can use any model of digital camera.
If you are unsure about the camera you have or have questions regarding purchasing a camera, you can wait until the course starts and ask your tutor for advice.
We enrol 10 students per course. This small number ensures a friendly environment and plenty of time for discussion with your tutor.
We also provide 10 enlargers/computers per class, so each participant has access to individual equipment. This ensures that every participant gets plenty of hands-on experience.
Always bring a pen and notebook, as every session will be full of interesting information. If you have a camera please bring that along too. If you don't own a camera and would like guidance about what to get, your tutor will be happy to advise you.
After the first session, the tutor will advise as to what materials you will need for the rest of the course.
Ffotogallery supplies all the chemicals and equipment required for film/digital processing and printing.
As a student you will be asked to provide film (film courses only) and printing paper. You will also be asked to keep a workbook full of notes and exercises. Please don’t provide any of this on the first session, as your tutor will advise you about the specifications and most cost effective materials to purchase.
If you would like book a place on any of our accredited courses you will need an enrolment form, available from Cardiff University’s Centre for Lifelong Learning. The Centre will also be able to assist you, should you require more information about course fees or availability. We recommend early booking, as classes are limited to 10 participants.
Contact Information:
Cardiff University Centre For Lifelong Learning
Senghennydd Road
Cardiff
CF24 4AG
Tel: 029 2087 0000
Website: http://www.cardiff.ac.uk/learn/
For more information about course content or the facilities offered by Ffotogallery, please contact the education team on 029 2066 8695 or email education@ffotogallery.org
Our aim is access for all. Cardiff University’s Centre for Lifelong Learning provides a confidential advice and support service for any student with a long term medical condition, disability or specific learning difficulty. They are able to offer one-to-one advice about disability, pre-enrolment visits, liaison with tutors and co-ordinating lecturers, material in alternative formats, arrangements for accessible courses, assessment arrangements, loan equipment and Dyslexia screening. Please contact the Centre on (029) 2087 0000 for an information leaflet.
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