Learn the basic skills needed to get the most out of digital cameras in a friendly and nurturing environment. A perfect course for beginning students, as well as seasoned amateurs who would like to brush up on the basics. 35mm based single lens reflex (DSLR) cameras, as well as compact point and shoot cameras that can be manually operated are welcome. Beginning students will learn basic photographic principals such as the camera and its controls, how to use aperture and shutter speed together to gain a proper exposure, depth of field, white balance, tricky lighting situations, and how to get the right image. Later in the session student will be introduced to basic digital workflow and image cataloging from camera to computer, with an introduction to digital photography software. Students will provide their own camera and will be assigned a computer workstation accessible during class time.

It is requested all students provide a new, unused memory card for their camera before interfacing with computers in the lab.

Refund Policy

A refund is given upon request in writing (Please email wccregistration@worcester.edu) at least two business days prior to first class meeting. No refunds or credits are given for student absences.

When course or workshop is cancelled by the WCC, a full refund will be issued.

The Worcester Center for Crafts generally follows the Worcester State University(WSU) inclement weather policy relative to building closings and class cancellations. Cancellation announcements will be made on the Craft Center's Facebook Page Click here for cancellations and on our blog. Click here to visit blog. The Worcester Center for Crafts schedules make-up classes when possible for sequential classes.

For evening Craft Center classes and weekend workshops, the offices will make an assessment of the weather conditions, and students will be notified by 2PM via email if a closure will continue through the evening or if the class will run as scheduled. Please be sure to check the Facebook page for must up-to-date information.

Questions? Call us at 508.753.8183 X301

Photo paper and ink for upto five 8.5 x 11 prints is covered in the materials fee.