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Master Your Digital Camera Controls (Chicago)

Take your photography to the next level in this comprehensive workshop at Digital Photo Academy in Chicago. The course covers everything you need to know about your camera's functions and settings. A great chance to capture compelling images, plus pick up a special alumni discount on future classes.

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Class Description

Description

This hands-on workshop provides comprehensive instruction for anyone seeking to master their camera equipment. Whether you own a DSLR or compact point-and-shoot camera, you will develop practical skills applicable to your specific model and photography needs.

This Course is Right for You If You:

  • Have recently purchased a Digital SLR Camera, a mirrorless camera, or a point-and-shoot camera
  • Want to learn practical, creative techniques using your camera's built-in functions and controls
  • Wish to gain fundamental knowledge about your camera before advancing to more specialized training

Follow-Up Workshops

After completing this course, you may want to enroll in one of our Composition in the Field workshops, which immediately builds upon the skills learned here. These hands-on outdoor sessions feature expert instruction in real-world photography situations. Explore available options in your region:

Digital Photography Live In-the-Field at Garfield Park

Digital Photography Live In-the-Field at Gold Coast

Digital Photography Live In-the-Field at Big Shoulders

During the 3-hour Composition in the Field sessions, you will practice photography outdoors while an experienced DPA instructor demonstrates and guides you through proven composition techniques that transform ordinary snapshots into captivating, professional-quality images.

Alumni Advantage:

Completing this course in Master Your Digital Camera Controls qualifies you for an exclusive alumni discount on any future Composition in the Field course offering, which provides fifty percent off regular tuition.

Refund Policy

  • Notify us prior to the Wednesday before the weekend of your workshop to receive a refund less 5% cancellation fee.
  • Later cancellations will not be refunded and reschedule will require a $30 rescheduling fee.

Please note – if a class must be cancelled due to weather or other circumstances beyond our control we will be happy to work with you to reschedule. If you should need to cancel and require a new class date, contact us. A $25 transfer fee will be imposed without a 3 day notice before the scheduled class.

In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

Reviews of Classes at Digital Photo Academy (166)

(4.7-star rating across 166 reviews)
  • Master Your Digital Camera Controls (Chicago)

    The teacher was quite good, considering that one of us students had an older camera and I have an odd one that is not easily tracked to the menus in others. I learned quite a bit about what the controls do, considering that I have never had a *real* camera before. And the Driehaus Museum was a splendid place to wander about in and take pictures afterward. I think more attention should be given to where to meet for this location, though, as there is no seating for a teaching session in the Driehaus Museum, and the "cafe" suggested as a meeting place is an actual restaurant that expects people to order food, and we had to hustle up another place to sit. I would definitely take another class with this instructor, but would perhaps look for one given in a better-planned venue.
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  • Master Your Digital Camera Controls (Chicago)

    Rob Hale was attentive to our individual needs. His answers were very responsive to the questions raised. I especially appreciated how he worked through some of the quirky camera confusion that arose and stayed with the issue till we got true resolution. As example, who knew my 24-105 RF lens had a third ring allowing exposure compensation to be dialed in while partially depressing the shutter? A classmate with a very similar kit did not have that ring on her lens. The nuances!
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  • Master Your Digital Camera Controls (Chicago)

    My experience was good. A. I wish there were some ways we could have kept the knowledge after the course, beyond the couple of papers that were shared, this way one could practice. B. The teacher was fantastic, the content was great, but maybe we covered too many aspects of digital photography. Some people came to learn specific shots and others didn't even know how to use their camera. C. I would love to attend one specifically to A. use my camera only and a differnt class to B. Take specific shots. With an agenda and time objectives clearly defined for me to know what I will come out with. Possibly this can be done in a way that one keeps some of the knowledge in videos or written down.
  • Master Your Digital Camera Controls (Chicago)

    Ron was an excellent instructor, especially for beginners. He helped ensure the content was easy to understand and provided really great recommendations on how to use a camera without overcomplicating things. Really nice person, accommodating, and made sure to answer every question.
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  • Master Your Digital Camera Controls (Chicago)

    Ron is an excellent instructor! He was very friendly and patient with all of the students and covered all of the important features on my digital camera. Ron provided and explained each concept with specific examples that were easy to understand and see. He also provided many tips about using the camera settings. I’m hoping he teaches a class at the conservatory so I can take another class with him.
  • Master Your Digital Camera Controls (Chicago)

    Great class! I appreciate all the information I received.
  • Master Your Digital Camera Controls (Chicago)

    Don was a great instructor and I learned a lot! He even adjusted the curriculum to my and the other students proficiency with photography! I would recommend him and this course to anyone!
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  • Master Your Digital Camera Controls (Chicago)

    Very good course to learn the basics on how to work your camera. Would do again
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This school offers nationwide workshops on digital photography, taught by professional photographers in various cities. It tailors each class to students' skill levels and aims to build long-term photo communities by providing helpful tips and techniques for all different camera types.

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