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MEETING DAY & TIME: Wednesday, 6:00pm-9:00pm
LOCATION: Online Live w/ Dedicated Meet Time
INSTRUCTOR: Kristine Robinson

Want to take your photography  to a new level and turn them into works of art? Stop using in-camera processed JPGs. When you use RAW files and process them in Adobe Lightroom you are opening a world of new possibilities for your photos. You will learn the many different tools available in Lightroom such as lightening, darkening, softening, filters, converting images to black and white, and many more. Students must have a DSLR or mirrorless camera and access to Adobe Lightroom.

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MEETING DAYS & TIMES:  Thursday, 6:00PM-9:00PM
LOCATION: Southeast Campus, Building 3, Room 3210
INSTRUCTOR:  Vitaly Michka

The aim of this class is to explore and photograph buildings & cityscapes of Tulsa. Be sure to wear walking shoes and be prepared to climb a few stairs as we find the right camera angle and lighting to bring out the beauty or character of Tulsa’s beautiful architecture. Class will meet at designated location and field shoots will be determined by instructor and class. Required Equipment:  DSLR or mirrorless camera. Preferred Equipment:  A wide-angle lens (24mm, 20mm, or 14 mm) is recommended for best results. A tilt-shift lens would be optimal (but not necessary).PREREQUISITES: PHOTOGRAPHY LEVEL I & II

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MEETING DAYS & TIMES: Saturday, 9:00AM-12:00PM
LOCATION: Southeast Campus, Building 3, Room 3210
INSTRUCTOR: Dr. Jack Aldridge

Explore the world of black and white photography in this essential class. Black and white photos can capture light and shadows in ways that color photographs cannot. Learn to manipulate light and angles to make the fine details stand out. You will also learn about processing techniques and methods, including using Photoshop to get the best black and white results. Prerequisite: Photography Level I

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MEETING DAYS & TIMES:  Thursday, 6:00PM-9:00PM
LOCATION: Southeast Campus, Building 3, Room 3210
INSTRUCTOR:  Vitaly Michka

The world is not always as it seems. In this class, you will explore the world from an ultra-zoomed, close-up perspective and learning how to manipulate your cameras functions as well as different lenses to create a portfolio that capture a subjects finest details, patterns, and textures. You will also learn about product photography and staging as is used in advertising. Students must have an adjustable DSLR or mirrorless camera and students should have or be prepared to purchase after the 1st class, a macro lens. PREREQUISITES: PHOTOGRAPHY LEVEL I & II

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MEETING DAYS & TIMES:  Saturday, 9:30AM-2:00PM
LOCATION: Northeast Campus, Academic Building, AB 143 (and some outdoor locations)
INSTRUCTOR: Cory Young

Oklahoma is wrought with natural beauty from its landscapes to its diverse flora and fauna. Master the skills needed for great photographs of nature and focus on the many elements that help bring a photograph to life. You will use your equipment and techniques to enhance your photographs, and proven techniques will bring out the natural light and beauty of your subject.. Every stop will be a different adventure! Students must be prepared to walk, including some diverse terrain and conditions. Prerequisite: Photography Level I Required Equipment: DSLR or Mirrorless camera.

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MEETING DAYS & TIMES: Monday, 6:00PM-9:00pm
LOCATION: Southeast Campus, Building 3, Room 3210
INSTRUCTOR: Dr. Jack Aldridge

(Class will not meet on January 16th due to TCC Holiday Closure)

Do you want to be more than someone who just takes pictures? Do you want to be a professional photographer? That journey starts here. Gain a solid background of the basic techniques, composition, and exposure controls from a digital camera. You’ll also learn about using different types of camera lens into creating great photos. As part of this course you will also be required to begin your very first professional quality photo portfolio. Students must have a digital DSLR or mirrorless camera with interchangeable lenses.

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MEETING DAYS & TIMES: Tuesday, 6:00PM-9:00pm
LOCATION: Southeast Campus, Building 3, Room 3210
INSTRUCTOR: Kristine Robinson

Do you want to be more than someone who just takes pictures? Do you want to be a professional photographer? That journey starts here. Gain a solid background of the basic techniques, composition, and exposure controls from a digital camera. You’ll also learn about using different types of camera lens into creating great photos. As part of this course you will also be required to begin your very first professional quality photo portfolio. Students must have a digital DSLR or mirrorless camera with interchangeable lenses.

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MEETING DAYS & TIMES: Tuesday, 6:00PM-9:00PM
LOCATION: Southeast Campus, Building 3, Room 3210
INSTRUCTOR: Kristine Robinson

Ready to take that next step towards to taking professional level photographs? TCC's Photography Level 2 will introduce you to new techniques which include portraiture, window light portraits, and an introduction to basic studio lighting equipment. Mastery of these skills will improve your photography and is essential to your future success in more advanced photography courses. You will also continue adding photos from this class to the professional level portfolio that you began in Photography Level One. Prerequisite: Completion of Photography Level One. Students must have an adjustable DSLR or mirrorless camera with interchangeable lenses.

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MEETING DAYS & TIMES: Tuesdays 6:00pm-9:00pm
LOCATION: Southeast Campus, Building 3, Room 3210
INSTRUCTOR: Kristine Robinson

In our final installation of TCC Continuing Education's general photography series, you will learn more complex techniques of portrait photography as well as learning some of the industry standards for commercial photography.  You will begin to define who you are as a photographer including identifying the subjects that best catch your eye as you continue to add to your professional level portfolio developed through the level one and level two portions of the photography series.  Prerequisites:  Successful completion of Photography Levels I and II. Students must have an adjustable DSLR or mirrorless camera with interchangeable lenses.

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MEETING DAYS & TIMES:  Monday, 6:00pm-9:00pm
LOCATION:  TCC Southeast room 3210
INSTRUCTOR: Kristine Robinson

Portrait photography is both rewarding and potentially lucrative. In this class you will learn the nuance of lighting, poses, and setting to create professional quality photography portraits. This class will include some workshop sessions to practice what is taught. Combine this class and the technical expertise you will learn with our Operating and Marketing Your Own Photography Business and one of our digital editing classes to put you on your way to be confident and creative in portrait photography.

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MEETING DAYS & TIMES:  Saturday, 9:30AM-2:00PM
LOCATION: Southeast Campus, Building 3,  Room 3210
INSTRUCTOR:  Cory Young

Have you ever tried to capture the perfect action shot of your kids or grandkids playing a sport they love and missed it?  If you answered yes, this course will change your photographic world. You will learn how to adjust your camera's settings including aperture, shutter speed, and ISO to capture the perfect action shot. Participants will have a chance to shoot soccer, softball, baseball, and other sports in a variety of settings including youth games, high school, college events, and possibly some professional events. Prerequisite: Photography Level I Required Equipment: DSLR or Mirrorless camera.

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MEETING DAYS & TIMES: Saturday, 9:00AM-12:00PM
LOCATION: Southeast Campus, Building 3, Room 3210
INSTRUCTOR: Dr. Jack Aldridge

Ever wondered how photographers seem to catch those great shots of downtown life or people just doing their thing? How photographers always seem to be in the right place at the right time to capture the perfect moment? This course will teach you how to always be ready and "see" that moment and its finer details. You will also learn about some of the different equipment, legal issues, and different techniques of taking photos in public. There will be one in-room class session and the remaining sessions will be on-location as arranged with instructor.  

Prerequisite:  Photography Level I OR instructor approval

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MEETING DAYS & TIMES: Wednesdays, 6:00PM-9:00PM
LOCATION: Online Live-Dedicated Meet Time
INSTRUCTOR: Vitally Michka

Have you thought about being a full-time photographer or starting your own photography business? Discuss all you need to know from start-up challenges, copyrighting your work, and building a customer base. Other topics include equipment needed for portrait and event photography such as weddings, making a sample portfolio, tax laws, and an introduction to advertising methods, and much more. This class will also focus a couple of sessions on marketing strategies for your business whether it's via social media and internet, on air media buys (TV, radio), or print media, it's important that possible customers know how to find you.

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