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DOES YOUR CAMERA LOOK LIKE THIS? If it does, then you have a COMPACT CAMERA or another name for it is POINT AND SHOOT.  With this type of camera you would be able to take the free Compact Camera class; Let's Just Shoot class; any of the classes that do not involve the use of a camera and any free "shoots" that I have.
If your camera looks like this, then you have a MID RANGE COMPACT CAMERA where the lens DOES NOT come off nor does it retract.  The classes you could take would be the DSLR 1 and 2; Let's Just Shoot; any of the class that do not involve the use of cameras; Combo Pac 1; and any free "Shoots" that I have.
If your camera looks like this, then you have a DSLR camera which mean Digital Single Lens Reflex and the camera has interchangeable lenses.  You can take any class except the Free Compact Camera Class.
_ "I really enjoyed the class last night.  I am going to practice with my camera on all the things you taught us.  Thank you so much. You are a great teacher. :)" JG

CLASS DATES subject to change - please check back often

FREE COMPACT CAMERA CLASS

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CLASS:    Free Compact Camera Class  
WHEN:     August 2, 2012  Thursday
WHERE:   Byron Welcome Center
TIME:       6:30 - 8:00

WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING TO CLASS: camera. fully charged battery, camera's manual (very important) memory card

CLASS DESCRIPTION: This is a fun class for those who have a compact camera but aren't quite sure about its functions.  We will learn about the camera, how to shoot and what composition is along with what you can and cannot do with a compact camera.


HOW DO I REGISTER FOR CLASS?  Email     bonniesworkshops@gmail.com

DSLR 1 - Introduction to your camera

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CLASS:    DSLR 1 (digital single lens reflex)
WHEN:    August 9, 2012   Thursday  (next class; Sept 10, Monday)
WHERE:   Byron Welcome Center       
TIME:       6:30 - 8:30
WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING TO CLASS: camera (DSLR cameras and/or Mid-range cameras that do not have interchangeable lenses), fully charged battery, camera's manual (very important) memory card and tripod, if you have one


CLASS DESCRIPTION:  DSLR 1 is for all of you who have told me that your were "clueless" (your words!) about your DSLR camera.  This camera has interchangeable lenses and very little or no shutter lag.  The class will cover how to use all the buttons, wheels; what they are for and where to find them.  The class is designed for the very beginner; the person who just got a DSLR  camera or for those who just need a refresher class.  You will also learn about aperture, speed and ISO and how the big three work together to give you a great photo.  When all is said and done, you will have a better idea of how to use your camera, a better understanding of basic photography and how to read your manual!  We will learn at a comfortable pace and you will feel more confident using your camera.  As in all of our classes, we will do lots of shooting and laugh a lot.

HOW DO I REGISTER FOR CLASS:
Instruction fee: $25
Send a NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT of $15 sent to address on registration form.  Balance to be paid day of class.

Class fee of $30 day of class IF not per-registered (you are very welcome to come just call 478-956-6973 so I have materials for you)


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DSLR 2  

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CLASS:   DSLR 2 (digital single lens reflex)
WHEN:   August 23, 2012
    Thursday     (next class; Sept 25)  
WHERE: Byron Welcome Center         
            
TIME:      6:30 - 8:30
WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING TO CLASS: camera (a DSLR camera and/or a mid-range camera with an exposure dial), fully charged battery, camera's manual (very important) memory card and tripod


CLASS DESCRIPTION:
DSLR 2 is a continuation of DSLR 1.  If you already know about your camera's functions, then jump in here.  We will review what we have learned in DSLR 1; we will cover the basics of composition, exposure compensation, white balance, and flash compensation.  This class will concentrate on shutter speed priority and aperture priority with lots of practice shooting.

HOW DO I REGISTER FOR CLASS:
Instruction fee: $25
Send a
NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT of $15 sent to address on registration form.  Balance to be paid day of class.
Class fee of $30 day of class IF not per-registered
(you are very welcome to come just call 478-956-6973 so I have materials for you)


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"Bonnie, thank you for a great evening. I really enjoyed meeting you and all the other great people. I feel like I learned a great deal of information that I would never have known if not for your class. I am looking forward to our next class."  AJ

COMBO PAC  1 

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CLASS:    Combo Pac 1
WHEN:    September 15, 2012  Saturday    (next class; Nov 10)  
WHERE:   Byron Welcome Center               
TIME:       9:00AM-12:00                          
WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING TO CLASS: camera, fully charged battery, camera's manual (very important) memory card and tripod


CLASS DESCRIPTION: This class combines DSLR 1 and 2.  This class is designed for those of you who just don't have time for two separate classes but want to learn all the basics of your camera and how to shoot using priority exposure programs.  The first half or so will emphasize HOW to use your camera (all the buttons, wheels and where to find the things you need) and the second half will emphasize how to shoot in priority exposure modes and a little about composition. 

HOW DO I REGISTER FOR CLASS:
Instruction fee: $35
Send a
NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT of $15 sent to address on registration form.  Balance to be paid day of class.
Class fee of $40 day of class IF not per-registered
(you are very welcome to come just call 478-956-6973 so I have materials for you)


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COMBO PAC 2    

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CLASS:    Combo Pac 2
WHEN:     October 6, 2012  Saturday  (next class:  Dec 8   9-1)                             
WHERE:    Byron Welcome Center              
TIME:        This is now a 4 hour class    (9:00-1:00)                  
WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING TO CLASS: camera, fully charged battery, camera's manual (very important) clean memory card and tripod

CLASS DESCRIPTION:  This four hour class will go a little deeper into the cameras' functions such as bracketing, histogram; auto focus options, metering modes and much more as well as a big hit on composition and shooting.  We will gently critique our prize shots for the day.  This class is for someone who has basic knowledge of their cameras' functions or if you have taken a DSLR 1 and 2 class prior to this one.  This is the next class for you.

HOW DO I REGISTER FOR CLASS:
Instruction fee: $40
Send a NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT of $20 sent to address on registration form.  Balance to be paid day of class.
Class fee of $50 day of class IF not per-registered (you are very welcome to come just call 478-956-6973 so I have materials for you)

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FROM THE BEGINNING (BRAND NEW WORKSHOP)

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CLASS:  From The Beginning
WHEN:  August 4, 2012    Saturday
WHERE: Byron Welcome Center/on location
TIME:     9:00-4:00  (45 minute lunch break)
WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING TO CLASS: camera, fully charged battery, camera's manual (very important) clean memory card and tripod


CLASS DESCRIPTION:  From The Beginning will take you from not knowing anything about your camera or its functions to doing a live shoot and gentle photo critique.  We will take our time learning and making sure you can transfer the "sit-down" concepts to the "it's time to do this with the camera" concepts.  It will be a fun day; we will laugh; have a bunch of questions and you will meet some other great people in a comfortable learning environment!

HOW DO I REGISTER FOR CLASS:
Instruction fee: $90
Send a NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT of $30 sent to address on registration form.  Balance to be paid day of class.
Class fee of $100 day of class IF not per-registered (you are very welcome to come just call 478-956-6973 so I have materials for you)

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DIG A LITTLE DEEPER 

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CLASS:    Dig A Little Deeper 
WHEN:    September 13,2012
    Thursday   (next class; Nov 17)   
WHERE:   Byron Welcome Center
                          
TIME:       6:15-9:15
WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING TO CLASS:
camera, fully charged battery, camera's manual (very important) memory card and tripod

CLASS DESCRIPTION:  DALD is not quite intermediate so I call it "advanced" beginner!  We go more into the functions of the camera and how to use them.  You must have a working knowledge of your camera.  We will NOT go over the information learned in DSLR 1 and 2.  We are digging deeper into the camera's menu to see what other functions will help us create a better photo.  Some of the functions are; metering, focus points, auto focus modes, histogram, bracketing, quick zoom, macro shooting and image quality and more.

HOW DO I REGISTER FOR CLASS:
Instruction fee: $35
Send a NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT of $15 sent to address on registration form.  Balance to be paid day of class.
Class fee of $40 day of class IF not per-registered (you are very welcome to come just call 478-956-6973 so I have materials for you)


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LET'S JUST SHOOT

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CLASS:     Let's Just Shoot
WHEN:     September 27, 2012
    Thursday
WHERE:   Byron Welcome Center
TIME:      6:15-9:15
WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING TO CLASS:
camera, fully charged battery, camera's manual (very important) clean memory card and tripod

CLASS DESCRIPTION: Photography is knowing your camera, your tripod and being able to "see" the shot.  Part of this class is giving you the "rules" of composition through a power point presentation; what makes a good shot and what does not.  The second part of the class is just practicing those rules and well, shooting!  I will assist you with the proper exposures for your shot and we will look at your composition together.  We will not be going over the cameras' functions.  It also doesn't matter if you have a Compact Camera or a DSLR, this class is for you.  We may leave the classroom to go to another location to shoot.  When finished, we will take a look at your award winning photos!

HOW DO I REGISTER FOR CLASS:
Instruction fee: $35
Send a NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT of $15 sent to address on registration form.  Balance to be paid day of class.
Class fee of $40 day of class IF not per-registered (you are very welcome to come just call 478-956-6973 so I have materials for you)


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4 CLASS PACK

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CLASS:    4 Class Pack
WHEN:    June 5, 7, 12,  14, 2012  Tuesday and Thursday 
WHERE:   Byron Welcome Center
TIME:       6:30 - 8:30
WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING TO CLASS:
camera, fully charged battery, camera's manual (very important) memory card and tripod


CLASS DESCRIPTION: I have had requests to do four classes in a row to cover from the basics of the cameras functions to composition and live shooting/critiquing at a given location.  The class will cover all the information from DSLR 1 and 2 as well as some of the inner workings of the camera and lots of shooting and gentle critiquing of photos.

HOW DO I REGISTER FOR CLASS:
Instruction fee: $90
Send a NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT of $30 sent to address on registration form.  Balance to be paid the first class.
Class fee of $100 day of class IF not per-registered (you are very welcome to come just call 478-956-6973 so I have materials for you)


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_ "We have enjoyed each and every class we have taken and will be back for more.  You know we will keep telling people about your classes and how great they are."   LH

                                                         SHOOTING IN MANUAL MODE

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CLASS:     Manual Mode
WHEN:     October 15, 2012
    Monday
WHERE:   Byron Welcome Center

TIME:      6:15-8:30
WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING TO CLASS:
camera, fully charged battery, camera's manual (very important) clean memory card and tripod

CLASS DESCRIPTION: Don't be afraid to turn the exposure dial to "M" for manual!  You will learn how to master your camera; you will learn how aperture, shutter speed, and ISO influence your photos; you will learn how to compose your shots and feel at ease being the "boss" of your camera.  Our goal is to understand depth of field and how to make it happen, photo composition and we will do a gentle critique on some of your photos.  It is fun and not a bit scary!  You do need to know a little about your cameras' functions, however, you do not need to take DSLR 1 or 2 to take this class.  We will review what you need to know to feel comfortable shooting with complete control over your camera and the photos you take. 

HOW DO I REGISTER FOR CLASS:
Instruction fee: $30
Send a NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT of $15 sent to address on registration form.  Balance to be paid day of class.
Class fee of $35 day of class IF not per-registered (you are very welcome to come just call 478-956-6973 so I have materials for you)


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                               PHOTOSHOP ELEMENTS BASIC 1

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CLASS:    PhotoShop Elements Basic 1 (limited to 11 registered students)
WHEN:    August 20, 2012  Monday
WHERE:  Byron Welcome Center
TIME:      6:15 - 8:45
WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING TO CLASS
: your laptop computer, (if you do not have one you can still take the class and follow along with the hand-outs and watch others) power cord, PhotoShop Elements 10 (or an earlier version) downloaded on your computer.  You can download a trial version of PSE 10 from Adobe.  Don't download it too soon as your trial may run out before class!  It takes a while to download because it is the full version.  Bring your own photos to work with after the instructional part of class is over.

CLASS DESCRIPTION: This class is a beginning class to help you edit your photos.  We will cover the following: Tour of Elements Screen; Zooming in and out of your photo on the workspace; Quick Edit; Cropping and cropping for print size; Red Eye reduction; Cloning objects in and out of photo; Saving and resizing photo and much more information and techniques.  The class is divided into two sections: one is instructional and the second part is a lab where you work on your photos practicing techniques you learned with the instructor at hand.  This class is taught by Bonnie B.  See PSE 2 for more information on the great teacher, Bonnie B (I am just Bonnie!)

HOW DO I REGISTER FOR CLASS:
Instruction fee: $35
Send a NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT of $15 sent to address on registration form.  Balance to be paid day of class.
Class fee of $40 day of class IF not per-registered (you are very welcome to come just call 478-956-6973 so I have materials for you)


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PHOTOSHOP ELEMENTS BASIC 2 

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CLASS:    PhotoShop Elements Basic 2  (limited to 11 registered students)
WHEN:    September 6, 2012  Thursday
WHERE:  Byron Welcome Center
TIME:      6:15 - 8:45
WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING TO CLASS:
your laptop computer, (if you do not have one you can still take the class and follow along with the hand-outs and watch others) power cord, PhotoShop Elements 10 downloaded on your computer or an earlier version of PSE.  You can download a free trial version of PSE 10 from Adobe.  Don't download it too soon as your trial may run out before class!  It takes a while to download because it is the full version.  Your own photo's to work with after the instructional part of class is over.

CLASS DESCRIPTION: YOU DO NOT NEED TO TAKE PHOTOSHOP ELEMENTS BASIC 1 TO TAKE PSEB 2.  This class will cover the following editing tools; How to use layers; Enhancing colors; Replacing colors; Blurring the background; Swapping one part of a photo for another; invitations; and much more.  The class is divided into two sections: one is instructional and the second part is a lab where you work on your photos practicing techniques you learned with the instructor at hand.

Meet Bonnie B!  Bonnie B (I am just Bonnie!) is the engineer behind the teaching of the two PhotoShop Elements Classes. She owns her own consulting company for software development, integration and consulting.  So, she knows a thing or two about PhotoShop Elements and how it was put together!  As one of our students said, "I enjoyed meeting you (Bonnie) and the other students! The bonus of course, is that I actually paid attention and learned a few things.  Bonnie B. is a fabulous teacher and I am looking forward to seeing her again. NJH"  With that said, Bonnie B has a degree in Math and Computer Science and she has programmed in over 15 different languages!  Wow!  I have trouble with one!!  As you read this, Bonnie B is working on another degree and that is one in photography from the New York Institute of Photography!!  I am very proud and honored to have Bonnie B as a part of BeginningPhotoClinicS!  Come to our PhotoShop Elements Classes and be prepared to be dazzled!

HOW DO I REGISTER FOR CLASS:
Instruction fee: $35
Send a NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT of $15 sent to address on registration form.  Balance to be paid day of class.
Class fee of $40 day of class IF not per-registered (you are very welcome to come just call 478-956-6973 so I have materials for you)


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KIDS CLASSES

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CLASS:    Kids Classes (8 - 12 years old)
WHEN:    TBA
WHERE: 
TIME:     
WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING TO CLASS: compact camera, fully charged battery, camera's manual (very important) and memory card,


CLASS DESCRIPTION: Kids learn about digital things very quickly.  The class will teach the kids how to take care of their camera, load the batteries, memory cards, hold it correctly, correct shutter button depression, what the icons are and how to use them.  They will also learn about composition and take lots of pictures in class.

HOW DO I REGISTER FOR CLASS:
Instruction fee: $20
Send a NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT of $10 sent to address on registration form.  Balance to be paid day of class.
Class fee of $25 day of class IF not per-registered (you are very welcome to come just call 478-956-6973 so I have materials for you)


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WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW.......

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CLASS:    What you should know BEFORE you buy a camera equipment
WHEN:     November 12, 2012
    Monday
WHERE:   Byron Welcome Center
TIME:       6:30 - 7:15
WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING TO CLASS:
just your questions!

CLASS DESCRIPTION:   This class could save you hundreds of dollars!  The purpose is to make you an informed consumer.  Questions you need to ask yourself; what am I going to use the camera for?  Facebook? Scrapbook? Email? Vacation Shots or just for fun?  All this blends into the reason you buy what you buy.  If you want to take action shots, you need a DSLR camera with a fast shutter and a good lens.  Come to class and learn for yourself and save money n the process.

HOW DO I REGISTER FOR CLASS:
Instruction fee: $15
Send the $15 fee to address on registration form or call 478-956-6973 to register


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PRIVATE LESSONS AVAILABLE
$40 per hour

CONTACT

Bonnie R. Gehling
145 Valley View Drive
Byron, GA 31008

478-956-6973
bonniesworkshops@gmail.com


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