Mastering the Manual Film Camera
Step back into the analog world of photography and master the art of shooting with a manual film camera. This hands-on class will guide you through the fundamentals of manual film photography, from understanding your camera’s anatomy to capturing your first roll of film.
Whether you’re a beginner looking to dive into the world of film or a seasoned digital photographer curious about the classic process, this class will equip you with the skills and confidence to shoot with full creative control.
Topics Covered:
- Understanding your manual film camera: Get to know the parts and functions of your camera, from body to lens to viewfinder.
- Mastering exposure: Learn how aperture, shutter speed, and ISO work together to create the perfect exposure.
- Composition techniques: Discover basic composition principles like the rule of thirds, leading lines, and framing.
- Hands-on shooting practice: Apply your skills in real-world settings with guided exercises focused on depth of field, motion, and creative composition.
- Film workflow: Understand how to load, shoot, rewind, and unload your film, plus a basic overview of the film development process.
Bring your camera, two rolls of film, and your curiosity as we dive into the art of manual photography.
By the end of this class, you'll have captured your first roll of film and gained a solid understanding of the process to continue exploring on your own.
Questions about this class can be directed to Marie Joabar at info@capitalphotographycenter.com
Class Limit: 10
Instructor: Jorge E. Bañales
He holds an MFA in Visual & Performing Arts (Photography) and a BA in English from George Mason University, as well as design degrees from Northern Virginia Community College.
Class Cancellation Policy
- A refund or a credit towards another class (less a $20 processing fee) can be given if cancellation notice is given more than 5 business days from the scheduled class.
- If there is no cancellation notice, or it is given 5 business days or less, no refund or credit will be given.
- Please check the name and date of the class carefully. Requests to reschedule a class will incur a $20 processing fee provided notice is given more than 5 business days prior to the class. If request to reschedule is given less than business 5 days prior to the class, no refund or credit will be given.
- If Capital Photography Center cancels or postpones a class due to weather or low enrollment, you can choose a full refund or a credit towards a future class.
