Digital Black & White

The very nature of black and white photography places an emphasis on creative interpretation of your subject. Never before has such a range of tools been available to photographers who have a passion for black and white, with relation to the precision of imaging techniques and the interpretive possibilities.

From tradition and theory to practical implementation, this course takes you through the various processes and conversion options using in Camera Controls, Photoshop, Camera Raw conversions and 3rd party plug-in options. With a strong "hands on" approach, learn how to utilize your digital camera and editing tools as extensions of your photographic vision.

Key Course Topics:

01. Visualizing your scene in Black & White.
02. Pre-Visualization Techniques for Exposure
03. Understanding "Zone System" Techniques
04. Contrast Control
05. High Key & Low Key Subject Exposure
06. Digital Black & White Road Map
07. Black & White Conversions in Photoshop
08. Blending with Black
09. Using Channel Mixer
10. Black & White Adjustment Layers
11. Combining and masking Conversions in 12. Photoshop
13. The RAW advantage
14. Black & White in Adobe Camera RAW
15. Conversions Using Presets
16. Toning & Tinting
17. Split Toning
18. Selective Colouring
19. Solarization
20. Film Effects
21. Infrared Conversions
22. Printing Options for your Images

The result is a thorough explanation that will allow you impressive control over a wide variety of the subtle aspects of black and white images, captured in camera or converted from colour originals. Techniques and practical exercises give you, the photographer, a finished image that is the exact image you saw in your mind's eye when you first considered your image.

The program runs for six consecutive weeks, each class being two hours long. Course Fee is $370.00.

(See our TERM DATES for a commencement schedule)

Classes are limited to a maximum of ten participants to ensure personalised tuition. Book now on (07) 3666 0267.