AKL Videography for Beginners

Videography for Beginners

Instructor - Karl Howe 

Join our Auckland  based Professional Photographer for a 'Hands On' Beginner's Videography Workshop

Requirements

1. Beginners knowledge of a DSLR camera required
2. We recommend a digital DSLR camera or handheld video camera
3. Memory cards
4. Charged battery
5. Tripod
6. Lots of energy
7. Comfortable shoes and dress for the weather
8. Camera hire by arrangement please Contact Us before booking to avoid disappointment
9. Minimum age 13 (minors must been accompanied by an adult)

Description

This videography workshop for Beginners is fun, fresh, creative and takes an inspirational approach to learning this wonderful craft.

If you have a camera with the video function and are struggling with the settings then we will teach you how to use and understand them.

We have a practical approach to teaching photographic and technical skills and will show you how to simply navigate your way around the menu's. By the end of the day you will feel confident and know the videos you are taking are not by luck but by your judgement and skill.

Our workshops also have the luxury of several Canon cameras and lenses for you to borrow, so you may be looking to upgrade your equipment or just wish to see what another lens could do for your photography

Learn about

1. Your DLSR or Video camera functions
2. What frames per second and shutter angle are, and how to correctly set them
3. What ISO is and how it relates to film
4. The basics of picture composition
5.  Introduction to camera movement
6. The basics of how to light, texture and colour your film 
7. How to use Tripod effectively
8. Learn what 'tracking' and 'panning' are, and the basics of how to use these techniques.

We will teach you the compositional side of videography giving you pointers on portraiture, landscapes, nature and fast action etc. Finding and using light, texture and colour. How to position people in your shots.

Say goodbye to the presets on your camera you will leave knowing how to manually operate your equipment and start making films like a pro.

We also have a follow-up Intermediate Videography session available for students wanting to take their videography to the next level. This covers the very basics of 'Video editing' teaching you how to take all of your wonderfully shot footage, and turn it into a professional looking film!

Cost

10am till 3pm Beginner's Workshop - $550 individual, $650 for 2 people

Location - Auckland 

Availability

Bookings available Monday to Friday please Contact Us to make a booking