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sblower@stadam.com

Stuart is an award winning photographer with years of experience producing memorable images. He is an experienced commercial photographer and photojournalist who enjoys an excellent reputation for producing results.

Stuart is also an excellent teacher who is able to explain and illustrate with clarity and simplicity, so that anyone can understand. Whether the subject is photography or computer software, Stuart is at ease answering all questions.

Photo Classes - Weekly

Introduction to Digital Photography I
Thursday Afternoon - 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Siloam Hall
February 24, 2011 - April 21, (8 weeks)
$85 per person +HST

Aimed at the beginner who is striving to understand the various aspects of taking digital photos and working with their camera. This course will provide an understanding of your digital camera's capabilities

Lecture will include:
....•The automatic functions exposure / focus
....•Working with Programmed Options
....•Image quality and memory cards
....• Photo formats and Saving
....•How and when Flash works
....•Focus and Metering
....•Shutter Speed and Aperture combinations
....•Composition

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Introduction to Digital Photography II
Thursday evening - 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Location: 34 Church St., Uxbridge
February 24, 2011 - April 21, (8 weeks)
$85 per person per course +HST

Students should be familiar with the basic camera functions and be actively taking photos. Emphasis will be on improving composition and understanding how to use the camera as a tool to make superior photos.

.Lecture will include:
...•The Rule of Thirds
....•Selective Focus
....•Depth of Field
....•Creating motion
....•Point of view
....•Available lighting

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Photo Workshops 1 Day each

Take It to the Next Level
Saturday - 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Siloam Hall
February 26

$110.00 each+HST

Turn theory into practice.
Students should already know the mechanics of their cameras and be able to take successful photos. This course will concentrate on thinking and exploring the various options that can improve picture taking. By understanding how to think like a photographer and learning how to explore the subject possibilities by applying professional tips and procedures the student will be equipped to take photos in any situation. will include:
.....Lecture will include:
... •Working With The Rule of Thirds
....•Selective Focus
....•Depth of Field in use
....•Creating motion
....•Change your point of view
....•Handling available lighting & flash

Organizations

Public $110.00 UAA member $95.00 WCDR member $95.00

 

Photography for Artists Workshop
Saturday - 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Siloam Hall
March 5

$110.00 each +HST

An understanding of the cameras mechanics is essential for the artist who uses a digital camera and must be able to understand and master the technology in order to produce meaningful and usable images for reproduction or reference.

Lecture will include:
....•Image size vs Printed size
....•Colour accuracy and balance
....•Lighting the subject
....•Exploring the programmed options
....•Working in the field
....•Providing additional lighting
....•Using the tripod
....•Extreme seeing

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Organizations

Public $110.00 UAA member $95.00 WCDR member $95.00

Photography for Writers
Saturday - 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Siloam Hall
March 12

$110.00 each +HST

Specifically designed to address the commercial writers need to supplement their work with photography, this course will examine the editor's requirements for useable images and how to create them. Students should already be comfortable with the basic operations and use of their digital camera.

Lecture will include:
....•What do Editors look for?
....•Quality and resolution issues
....•Composing for the page
....•Automatic vs Manual
....•Working in the field
....•Providing additional lighting
....•Basic Portrait setups
....• How to think like a photographer
....•The Photo Feature approach
....• Copyright issues

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Organizations

Public $110.00 UAA member $95.00 WCDR member $95.00

Tune Up for Spring - Mentoring Session
Sunday - 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 a.m. (3hrs)
or
Sunday - 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Siloam Hall - tentative
March 20

$55.00 each session +HST

Bring your camera and take a walk with Stuart Blower, as he shows you how to think photographically about your subject and how to apply professional photographic principals to producing better images.

Ask questions on any subject, any difficulty. As long as you are familiar with your camera you are eligible.