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Why choose this course?
This intermediate photography course is designed for adults who have a basic understanding of digital photography and wish to develop their technical skills, creativity, and confidence behind the camera. Learners may have completed a beginner photography course or have gained experience through personal photography projects and are ready to move beyond automatic camera settings.
The course is ideal for those with an interest in photography as a hobby, creative outlet, or means of documenting travel, family, nature, architecture, or other subjects of personal interest. Learners should have access to a digital camera with manual controls, such as a DSLR, mirrorless, or advanced compact camera.
No formal qualifications are required, but learners should be familiar with basic camera operation and photographic terminology. The course is suitable for those looking to improve the quality of their photographs, develop a personal photographic style, and gain a deeper understanding of photographic techniques and image editing.
Further information
This course is designed for adults who have some previous experience of photography and would like to further develop their technical knowledge, creative skills, and confidence behind the camera. Learners may have completed an introductory photography course or gained experience through personal photography projects and are ready to build on their existing skills.
It is suitable for photography enthusiasts who enjoy capturing images of people, landscapes, nature, architecture, travel, or everyday life and want to gain greater control over their camera settings and photographic outcomes. Learners should have a basic understanding of camera functions and be keen to experiment with different techniques and styles.
- Develop greater control of camera settings, including aperture, shutter speed, and ISO, to achieve creative effects.
- Explore composition techniques to create stronger and more visually engaging photographs.
- Photograph a range of subjects, including portraits, landscapes, architecture, and street photography.
- Improve understanding of lighting, including natural light and available artificial light.
- Use manual camera modes with increasing confidence and accuracy.
- Develop skills in capturing movement, action, and low-light scenes.
- Learn how to evaluate and critique photographs to identify strengths and areas for improvement.
- Introduce image editing techniques to enhance and prepare photographs for sharing or printing.
- Build a personal portfolio that demonstrates technical progress and creative development.
- Develop an individual photographic style through practical projects and creative experimentation.
After completing Photography for Adults 2, learners can progress to more advanced photography courses where they can further develop their technical expertise, creative vision, and specialist interests. This may include advanced photography, portrait photography, studio photography, digital image editing, or other creative arts courses available within Chichester College Group.
The course helps learners build a strong portfolio of work, which can support progression into further study in photography, art and design, media, visual communication, or digital content creation. Learners may also choose to pursue independent photography projects, exhibitions, competitions, or local photography groups to continue developing their skills.
Learning takes place through a combination of classroom-based learning, practical photography sessions, tutor demonstrations, group discussion, and creative projects. Learners will spend time developing their technical understanding of photography as well as putting new skills into practice through hands-on activities, both in and outside the classroom where appropriate. Sessions may include guided photo shoots, image analysis, camera-setting workshops, and opportunities to review and discuss photographs with the tutor and fellow learners.
The course encourages experimentation and creativity, helping learners develop greater confidence in using their camera and making artistic decisions. Learners will receive regular guidance and feedback on their photographic work, enabling them to identify strengths and areas for development.
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