Beginner Photography Course — 4 Sundays | Oct 11–Nov 1
Discover the fundamentals of photography with Tanner Payne of Huntsville in this welcoming, hands-on four-week course for beginners. Build confidence behind the camera through practical instruction, guided practice and constructive feedback.
Course Schedule
Oct 11 — Explore & Basics
Get to know your camera, including camera controls, the exposure triangle (aperture, shutter speed and ISO), basic settings, and shooting in automatic and manual modes.
Oct 18 — Composition & Light
Explore composition techniques including the rule of thirds, leading lines, framing and balance, and learn how to work with natural and artificial light.
Oct 25 — Focus & Depth
Learn focusing techniques, autofocus vs. manual focus, and how aperture affects depth of field.
Nov 1 — Putting It All Together
Put your new skills into practice with guided shooting, image review and simple editing techniques.
What to Bring
Your camera
Charged batteries and memory card
A notebook
Comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing for outdoor practice
Who It’s For
Absolute beginners and casual photographers. No previous photography experience is required.
Class Format
Four small-group, two-hour classes with demonstrations, guided practice and opportunities for questions and feedback. Some sessions may run slightly over two hours.
$120 per person for the complete four-week course. Registration includes all four classes.