PHOTOGRAPHY COURSES for DSLR and Digital Compact Camera Users

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KNOWLEDGE BOWL school of photography presents you with the following programs targetted at amateur photographers who want to learn to take better pictures and meet more friends, regardless of what brand of cameras you are using.

Our range of digital photography classes are conducted by instructors who are either Fellow or Associate of The Royal Photographic Society as well as practicing photographers. Most of them have at least 10 years of teaching experience and more than 5700 students as of December 2011.

Our experienced instructor for the Adobe software courses is also an Adobe certified instructor. He shall guide you in mastering the Adobe Photoshop and Elements software. The courses are specially structured to equip amateur photographers to complete the digital workflow with the use of the software to enhance or manipulate the pictures.

You may register for the courses via email at admin@sandvengroup.com or visit us at our centre in Fortune Centre, #04-28.


Our training failities (from left): classroom with 27 pax capacity, seminar room with 100 pax capacity, classroom with 12 pax capacity

*********** POPULAR, IN DEMAND ***********
DSLR PHOTOGRAPHY COURSE (BASIC LEVEL) ... for DSLR and Four Thirds users

Come and learn Basic Photography with the DSLR and Four Thirds systems. One of our most popular courses, you shall be taught by 3 experienced instructors. As of Dec 2011, more than 3100 students have attended this course since 2007. You shall complete the class a different amateur photographer, with the skill sets to achieve great images tackling different scenarios. Come and learn DSLR Basic Photography Course with us.

Weekday Lessons (S$270, 10 lessons, once a week, 2 hours per session)
Weekend Lessons (S$270, 10 lessons over 5 weeks, once a week, approx 3 1/2 hours per session)

*** Suitable for DSLR and Micro Four Thirds users of any brand make, be it
CANON, NIKON, OLYMPUS, PANASONIC, SONY, FUJIFILM etc
*** Hands-on session with the camera both in the classes as well as outdoor outings.
*** The classes are modular. In the event if you cannot make it for any of the class due to business or family trips, we can arrange for a make up class in another batch.

Schedule:

Weekday Lesson (February Intake)
Commencement Date: 22nd February 2012, Wednesday, 7.15pm to 9.15pm (**** AVAILABLE ****)

Lesson 1: 22nd February 2012, Wednesday, 7.15pm to 9.15pm
Lesson 2: 29th Febraury 2012, Wednesday, 7.15pm to 9.15pm
Lesson 3: 7th March 2012, Wednesday, 7.15pm to 9.15pm (Bring camera)
Lesson 4: 14th March 2012, Wednesday, 7.15pm to 9.15pm (Bring camera)
Lesson 5: 21st March 2012, Wednesday, 7.15pm to 9.15pm
Lesson 6: 28th March 2012, Wednesday, 7.15pm to 9.15pm
Lesson 7: 31st March 2012, Saturday, Meet 9am for morning outing  (Bring camera & Tripod)
Lesson 8: 4th April 2012, Wednesday, Meet 6.45pm for night outing  (Bring camera & Tripod)
Lesson 9: 11th April 2012, Wednesday, 7.15pm to 9.15pm
Lesson 10: 18th April 2012, Wednesday, 7.15pm to 9.15pm
Dates are subjected to changes

Weekend Lesson (February Intake)
Commencement Date: 25th February 2012, Saturday, 1.00pm to 4.00pm (**** AVAILABLE ****)

Lesson 1,2 : 25th February 2012, Saturday, 1.00pm to 4.00pm
Lesson 3,4 : 3rd March 2012, Saturday, 1.00pm to 4.00pm (Bring camera)
Lesson 5,6 : 10th March 2012, Saturday, 1.00pm to 4.00pm (Bring camera)
Lesson 7 : 17th March 2012, Saturday, Meet 9.00am for morning outing  (Bring camera & Tripod)
Lesson 8 : 10th March 2012, Saturday, Meet 6.45pm for night outing  (Bring camera & Tripod)
Lesson 9,10 : 24th March 2012, Saturday, 1.00pm to 5.00pm
Dates are subjected to changes

 
Instructors: Edward Cheong, Kheng How and Steven Yee

The basic level teaches you the fundamentals of basic photography such as aperture, shutter speed, ISO, exposure, when to use certain exposure settings, introduction to the techniques as well as basic image editing with the software. There will be practical session to enable the participants to practice what they have learnt.

This course is suitable for first time DSLR users who wants to learn to take better pictures with their DSLRs as well as current DSLR users who would like to have a refresher course. Many people have found the workflow created by the instructor interesting.

Digital Compact Camera Basic Photography Workshop

Within a few hours on a Saturday afternoon, you shall learn the various functions of your digital compact camera. This shall see you embark on a journey to take stunning images for your family snapshots as well as holiday shots.

(S$80.00, 5 hours)

Commencement Date: To be advised (email us at admin@sandvengroup.com for enquiry)

Instructors: Steven Yee

DSLR PHOTOGRAPHY COURSE (PROFICIENCY LEVEL) - "THE ART OF SEEING"

Formerly known as "Art of Seeing Workshop" and "DSLR Photography (Advance Level)"

*** Creative Photography can be taught. Try this. ***

(S$240 (Including Licentiate of Photovivo Singapore Certification, LPVS), 6 lessons, to be conducted over 2 weeks)

Schedule

February Intake (Available)
Lesson 1    : 16th February 2012, Thursday, 7.30pm to 8.30pm
Lesson 2,3 : 18th February 2012, Saturday, 8.00am to 10.00am & 6.00pm to 8.00pm
Lesson 4,5 : 25th February 2012, Saturday, 3.00pm to 8.00pm 
Lesson 6    : Date to be confirmed with the students 
*Date stated are subjected to changes 

Instructor: Steven Yee

Someone asked: “Can Creative photography be taught? What is the Art of Seeing ”

Our Answer is: “One can be conditioned to look at things in a creative way.”

After the DSLR Photography Course (Basic Level), this is the course to go for. This is also a course for those who want to refine their skills in photography. This is a very interesting intensive workshop with mainly hands-on practical sessions. You shall follow the instructor on the outing trips and appreciate the art of seeing. This workshop shall also meet the objective of making you a more confident photographer, able to handle day and night scenes. The various special techniques such as Panning, Long Exposure, Gradual Zoom etc will be covered and you shall practise them with guidance.

The prerequisite for this course is knowledge of basic photography.

NIKON DSLR Workshop

Conducted By : Mr Steven Yee

Mr Steven Yee, an award winning photographer specialising in travel photography, is the youngest in the world to be conferred the Fellowship of The Royal Photographic Society of Great Britain (FRPS) at the age of 23 in year 2003. He has more than 10 years of photography coaching experience and more than 5600 students. He shall share with the participants the different ways to harness the potential of the D90/ D3000/ D3100/ D5000/D5100/D7000. He is a lecturer for photography at UniSIM, MediaCorp Academy and Knowledge Bowl School of Photography.

NOTE :
- Course Fee : SIN$20
- Course Duration : Approx. 2 hours
- Participants must bring along their D90/D3000/D3100/D5000/D5100/D7000 for the workshop.

To apply for the Digital Workshop Camera, please contact us at 6333 0348 
Fax: 6333 0391
Email: admin@sandvengroup.com
Operation Hour: 12.30pm to 9.00pm on Monday to Sunday. Closed on public hoilday

Workshop Dates:

**** D90 Workshop scheduled on 23rd February 2012, Thursday, 7.00pm to 9.00pm *******

**** D5000/D5100 Workshop scheduled on 20th February 2012, Monday, 7.00pm to 9.00pm ******

**** D3000/D3100 Workshop scheduled on 27th February 2012, Monday, 7.00pm to 9.00pm ******

**** D7000 Workshop scheduled on 1st March 2012, Thursday, 7.00pm to 9.00pm ****

Venue:
The Digital Workshop will be conducted at:

Highlights of D90/D3000/D3100/D5000/D7000 Workshop

• The features of the D90/D3000/D3100/D5000/D5100/D7000
• Expectations -- Difference with the Coolpix, advanced features that stand out 
• The specifications in brief 
• Exposure in brief (Quick into to shutter speed and aperture) 
• Using the Program Mode 
• Quick intro to P, A, S, M 
• Metering settings 
• Using the Custom modes 
• Survival tips to get good images -- Steven Yee's Workflow for freezing objects 
• Setting the ASA and White Balance 
• The settings in the menu 
• Focusing 
• How to hold the camera 
• File types, compression and sizes 
• Camera maintenance (Cleaning the sensor, do's and don'ts, maintenance of CF card ) 
• What to do if you want to change lenses 
• Having that ideal set of equipment
  

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FLASH AND STROBIST PHOTOGRAPHY COURSE

*** Learn using flash indoor and on location outdoor shoot ***

Learn the skills and have control over your flashlight, an essential element for good indoor and outdoor photography for many occassions.

(S$200 + $20 model fee, 4 lessons, 2 hours per session)

Schedule

Lesson 1 : 9th February 2012, Thursday, 7.00pm to 9.00pm
Lesson 2.3 : 12th February 2012, Sunday, 8.30am to 11.30am (Outdoor Shoot)
Lesson 4 : 23rd February 2012, Thursday, 7pm to 9pm

Instructor: Edward Cheong

Wondered why your flash shots turned out in a way which you did not expect?

This course shall equip you with the right skill set in flash photography techniques and enable you to have good control and confidence using the flash light. The skills you acquired can be applied in your usual daily lives, family gatherings as well as events or functions.

Use of various flash units on location shoot will also be covered. The instructors will teach you the various methods to set up the various flash lights, use of gadgets such as softbox, snoot, umbrella etc which are designed for flash units to create visually powerful images which can be originally be achieved using flash strobe units.

Learn to take good pictures with the flashlight. This course has 2 practical sessions led by the instructor.

ACTUAL DAY WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY COURSE

*** Acquire this skill to get started freelancing and earning ***

(S$200 + $25.00 model fee, 5 lessons, once a week, 2 hours per session)

Schedule

Lesson 1 : 8th February 2012, Wednesday, 7.00pm to 9.00pm
Lesson 2 : 15th February 2012, Wednesday, 7.00pm to 9.00pm
Lesson 3,4 : 18th February 2012, Saturday, 8.30am to 11.30am (Practical Shoot)
Lesson 5 : 23th February 2012, Thursday, 7.00pm to 9.00pm

Instructor: Edward Cheong

Want to earn some extra income taking pictures of wedding or help your friends cover their wedding? Ever wondered what are the do’s and don’ts? What equipment to prepare?

The Actual Day Wedding photography course shall equip you with the know how to get started in your very first wedding assignment.

TRAVEL PHOTOGRAPHY COURSE
(for DSLR and Digital Compact Camera users)

*** Travel Photography is beyond snap shots. Try this.

(S$200, 5 Lessons)

Lesson 1: 25th October 2011, Tuesday, 7.30pm to 8.30pm
Lesson 2,3, 4: 29th October 2011, Saturday, 8am to 12pm, 6pm to 8pm
Lesson 5: to be advised

Instructor: Steven Yee

What is travel photography? How do we prepare for the trips? What do we look out for? How do I take better travel shots? How do I make a travel slide show? These are probably common
questions which are asked. This workshop is open to users of digital compact camera and DSLR.

This course is conducted by an award winning travel photographer who is a Fellow of The Royal Photographic Society UK and has many works published in travel magazines.

Certificate will be issued upon completion of the workshop. This workshop provides a complete workflow for travel photography, under the guidance of a veteran travel photographer

ARCHITECTURE AND INTERIOR PHOTOGRAPHY COURSE

*** Appreciating structures through the viewfinder ***

(S$200, 6 lessons, once a week, 2 hours per session)

Instructor: Tan Kian Teck

Buildings and interiors are all around. The architects and interior designers craft the spaces into desirable habitats. These spaces need the knowledge, creative mindset and understanding of the photographer to create the image.

The course focuses on the objectives of the client to build upon the knowledge of the architectural and interior photography. The practical lessons present the students the real situation they will face during the shoot.

The instructor is a professional photographer who graduated from NUS's department of architecture.

Welcome to the world of architecture photography.

STUDIO PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP
(use of studio lighting)

*** Learn portrait lighting and studio setup ***

(S$210, 7 hours, 2 sessions)

Lesson 1: 1st February 2012, Wednesday, 7.00pm to 10.00pm (Theory Lesson)
Lesson 2: 5th February 2012, Sunday, 2.00pm to 6.00pm (Practical Lesson)

Instructor: Tan Kian Teck

The studio portrait workshop is structured to provide you with the skills and confidence to get started with portraiture photography. There will be 3 hours of theory and 4 hours of practical
sessions. After the photography shoot, the instructor will do a photo critique and participants shall under the guidance of the instructor, have hands-on on digital touchup on the photographs taken during the practical sessions.

OUTDOOR PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP
(Use of available light)

*** Learn photographing people in outdoor environment ***

(S$220 (Inclusive of model fee), 7 hours, 1 session)

Dates to be advised

Instructor: Steven Yee

Portrait photography is one of the oldest specialization of photography. There are many secrets and tips to share, especially in posing and use of available light. During the 7 hours session (4 hours with the model), the participants will be briefed on the posing of the model, appreciation of shadow and highlight, use of design elements to enhance the picture. The workshop fees include modelling fees.

After the photography shoot, the instructor will do a photo critique and participants shall under the guidance of the instructor, have hands-on on digital touchup on the photographs taken during the practical sessions.

Certificate will be issued upon completion of the course.

PRODUCT & FOOD STUDIO LIGHTING PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP

(S$180, 5 hours, 1 session)

Commencement Date: To be advised (email us at admin@sandvengroup.com for enquiry)

Instructor: Tan Kian Teck

Studio lighting photography is getting popular today due to the lower cost of setting up a home studio. With the knowledge of studio lighting, one is able to create many stunning images,
reproduction work, take good pictures of food products. There are many secrets to share, especially in lighting setup and control.

ARTISTIC NUDE PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP

(S$250)

Commencement Date: To be advised (email us at admin@sandvengroup.com for enquiry)

Instructor: Steven Yee

Artistic nude photography is one of the oldest specialization in photography. It is the appreciation of the body forms, aided with shadow and highlight. The participants will be briefed on the do’s and don’ts, posing of the model, appreciation of shadow and highlight. The workshop fees include modelling fees. Participants shall bring their laptop. After the indoor photography shoot, the instructor will do a photo critique and guide the participants in the Photoshop touch-up process.

This 1 day workshop is conducted by the instructor who is a Fellow of The Royal Photographic Society UK. Certificate will be issued upon completion of the course. Participants must be at least the age of 21.

NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY COURSE

(S$200, 5 lessons, once a week, 1.5 hours per session)

Commencement Date: To be advised (email us at admin@sandvengroup.com for enquiry)

Ever wondered how those close up shots of the insects were captured? How about getting some great shots of the animals or those great looking shots of the flowers, or those stunning sceneries?

Nature Photography Course equips you with the skill to embark on your journey in nature photography. Throughout the 5 lessons, you shall learn the theory which is accompanied by 2 outdoor practical lessons which are guided by the instructor.

Adobe Photoshop CS4/CS5 for Digital Photographer (Level 1)

*** Getting started in Digital touchup in the Digital Darkroom ***

Learn to have complete control over your digital images with skills in digital enhancement. This is the course to take to create stunning images.

(S$250,10 hours)

Session 1 : 19th February 2012, Sunday, 1pm to 6pm
Session 2 : 26th February 2012, Sunday, 1pm to 6pm

*All participants to bring their own laptop with Adobe Photoshop CS4 or CS5 installed.
*For participants without the software, a 30-day trial version will be provided.
Please be in class 30 minutes early should you require software installation.

Instructor: Chan Kheng How (Adobe Certified Expert and Adobe Certified Instructor)

Course Outline:

• Introduction to Adobe Photoshop
• Organising photos with Adobe Bridge
• Using Adobe Camera Raw
• Using Adjustment Layers
• Selections and Masking
• Cropping  and Straightening photos
• Fixing lens problems
• Resizing digital images
• Getting the correct colour temperature
• Enhancing colours
• Filling flash digitally
• Fixing exposure with Layers and Blending
• Sharpening images
• Reducing digital noise
• and more...

Adobe Photoshop CS4/CS5 for Digital Photographer (Level 2)

*** Learn advance techniques in digital enhancement ***

(S$250, 10 hours)

Session 1: 4th March 2012, Sunday, 1pm to 6pm
Session 2: 11th March 2012, Sunday, 1pm to 6pm

Course Outline:

• Removing unwanted objects
• Retouching objects in perspective
• Fixing red-eye
• Portrait retouching
• Slimming and trimming figures
• Creating Better-looking Portraits
• Black and white conversion techniques
• Area specific colour change
• Combining photos
• Using Photomerge
• Extending depth of field with blending
• Creating photographic lens effects
• Advanced sharpening techniques
• Automating Tasks with Actions
• and more...

*** ADOBE Photoshop Power Series - HDR Photography Workshop ***

Course Commence Date: To be advised (email us at admin@sandvengroup.com for enquiry)

*** ADOBE Photoshop Power Series - Creating Stunning B/W Images Workshop ***

Whether photography is your profession or your recreation, this workshop will provide a whole new inspiration for creating black and white imagery.
Learn how to develop breathtaking black and white photographs to wow your audience.
Understand the proper digital workflow from capture to conversion. Use the techniques the professionals themselves use to produce images with maximum impact. Apply creative effects and styles to take your black and white photos to the next level.

Workshop highlights includes:

• Understanding digital black and white photography
• Elements of a good black and white image
• How digital black and white photographs are processed
• Correct workflow for working in black and white
• Black and white in Adobe Camera Raw
• Black and white techniques in Adobe Photoshop
• Advanced black and white conversion
• Mimicking traditional B&W film stock
• Tinting and Split-toning
• Creative black and white techniques

Workshop Duration: 3 hours
Course Fee: S$80
Pre-requisite: Basic working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop

Important note: All participants to bring their own notebook with Adobe Photoshop CS4/CS5 installed. For participants without the software, a 30-day trial version will be provided. Please be in class 30 minutes early should you require Photoshop installation.

*** ADOBE Photoshop Power Series ***
- Digital Special Effects Workshop

Commencement Date: To be advised (email us at admin@sandvengroup.com for enquiry)

Before the digital revolution, photographers spent time in the wet darkroom creating prints in the darkness with smelly chemical. Many wet darkroom techniques were created. The transition from wet to digital darkroom enabled many photographers to achieve effects more effectively and more refined in the digital software as compared to the days in the wet darkroom. No chemical need to be used, no frustration creating and destroying not so well done prints as in the past.

In this fully hands-on workshop, we explore the infinite possibilities of digital manipulation, producing popular print, artistic and digital effects using Adobe Photoshop. In a way, we rediscover what has been done in wet darkroom, but now using the Adobe Photoshop.

You don’t have to be a Photoshop expert to create sophisticated imagery. Using straight-forward, easy-to-follow methods, you can easily build special effects into your own digital photos.
Learn how to transform everyday photos into something extraordinary!

Workshop highlights includes:

• Soft-Edged Framing
• Solarizing/Sabatier Effect
• Cross-processing
• Canvas Texture Treatments
• Photo Bleaching
• High Contrast Sketch Effects
• Portraits Glows
• Controlled Posterization
• Lith Printing
• Infrared Black and White
• Joiner-style Images
• Text Panel Overlays ... and more

Workshop Duration: 4 hours
Course Fee: S$100
Pre-requisite: Basic working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop

Important note: All participants to bring their own laptop with Adobe Photoshop CS4/CS5 installed. For participants without the software, a 30-day trial version will be provided. Please be in class 30 minutes early should you require Photoshop installation.

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ADOBE PHOTOSHOP ELEMENTS (LEVEL 1)

*** Getting started in Digital touchup in the Digital Darkroom ***

The Adobe Photoshop Elements 6.0/7.0 is an affordable software that will meet the needs of many hobbyist photographers. Let these courses equip you with the skills to make your
family and holiday shots better, create slide shows etc. If you can form a group of 4 people, a class can be started.

(S$200, 4 lessons, once a week, 2 hours per session)
Pre-requisite: Jumpstart Adobe Photoshop Elements 6.0/76.0 Workshop

*Participants to bring their own laptop with the software installed, or else install the trial version provided by the instructor

Commencing: To be advised. Pls email us for enquiries.

Instructor: Chan Kheng How (Adobe Certified Expert and Adobe Certified Instructor)

Course Outline:

• Introduction to Photoshop Elements and Getting Started
• Using the Organizer
• Cropping Images
• Fixing Tilted Pictures
• Correcting Pictures that are Too Dark
• Correcting Pictures that are Too Light
• Improving Colours
• Fixing Blurry Photos
• Fixing Grainy Photos
• Red-eye Removal
• Portrait Retouching: Getting Rid of Eye Bags
• Portrait Retouching: Softening Wrinkles
• Portrait Retouching: Removing Blemishes
• Portrait Retouching: Whitening Teeth
• Portrait Retouching: Smoothing Skin
• Using Levels
• Increasing Contrast Effectively
• Improving Colour Intensity
• Sharpening Images
  

ADOBE PHOTOSHOP ELEMENTS (LEVEL 2)

(S$200, 4 lessons, once a week, 2 hours per session)

*Participants to bring their own laptop with the software installed, or else install the trial version provided by the instructor

Commencing: To be advised. Pls email us for enquiries

Instructor: Chan Kheng How

Course Outline:

• Working with Layers
• Changing the Colour of an Object
• Changing Backgrounds
• Removing Unwanted Objects
• Reducing Glare and Flare
• Restoring Damaged Photos
• Enhancing Depth of Field
• Changing Colour Photos to Black and White
• Character Portrait Enhancement
• Creating a Glamour Portrait
• Creating a Montage
• Replacing Skies
• Realistic Digital Shadows
• Panoramas

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*** Learn how to manage your images ***

(S$120, 1 session, 4 hours)

Commencing: 12th February 2012, Sunday, 1.00pm to 5.00pm

Lightroom helps you bring out the best in your photography, whether you're perfecting one image, searching for ten, processing hundreds, or organizing thousands. Easily manage all your photographs with comprehensive features for importing, selecting, organizing, and finding images in your growing library. Create incredible shots using state-of-the-art nondestructive editing tools — your original photos are never altered. And showcase your work in elegant print layouts, slide shows, and web galleries and on popular photo-sharing sites.

Lightroom is an intuitive, all-in-one solution for your entire workflow.

*Participants to bring their own laptop with the software installed, or else install the trial version provided by the instructor

Instructor: Chan Kheng How

Course Outline:

Introducing Photoshop Lightroom and getting started

• Understanding Catalogues
• Using the Lightroom modules and panels
• Getting images into Lightroom

Managing the Library

• Navigating in the Library
• Comparing photos
• Adding Ratings, Flags, Labels and Keywords
• Working with Metadata
• Searching for images
• Creating Collections

Developing images

• Using Quick Develop
• Lightroom’s Develop module
• Improving details
• Black and White Conversion
• Applying Split Toning
• Comparing before and after images
• Retouching images
• Creating Virtual Copies
• Guide to developing images in Lightroom

Setting up a slideshow presentation

• Designing a slideshow layout
• Creating and adding an identity plate

Printing images in Lightroom

• Lightroom Printing procedure
• Designing a print layout

Creating a web gallery

• HTML web gallery
• Flash web gallery
  

Photo Critique & Digital Touch Up Session

(Fee S$50 per person)

Commencement Date: To be advised (email us at admin@sandvengroup.com for enquiry)

Instructors: Steven Yee

This workshop enables participants to learn how to improve on pictures taken by them with comments and critique by an instructor who is an international photography judge. Each participants shall bring along 5 to 10 images photographed by them. The images are projected on the screen in random order and participants do not know who the images belong to.

This is followed by a guided session by the instructor who will let the participants have a hands on digital enhancement on 2 to 4 images provided by the instructor. The instructor will guide the participants step by step on how to digitally enhance the images. Participants shall bring their laptop equipped with the Photoshop and ACDSee software. The Trial version of the software shall be installed if these software are not installed in the participants laptop.

This is one of the best way to improve photography. Suitable for beginners, especially for those not well versed in digital enhancement software.

Interested parties, pls email to Kellyn at admin@sandvengroup.com to confirm your attendance.