Digital Photography : Introductory to Intermediate online course

  • DP 101 - Achieving Quality in Digital Photography $595.00
    Begins: 21-Feb-2005
    Ends: 6-Apr-2005

  • P 201 - Taking Digital Photography to the Next Level $795.00
    (You do not need to take Course One first though obviously we recommend it.)
    Begins: 13-Apr-2005
    Ends: 20-May-2005

Learn Digital Photography Online!

The world of photography is rapidly moving into the digital realm. Prepare yourself by enrolling in FLAAR’s progressive online courses in digital photography. Dr. Nicholas Hellmuth, the founder and director of FLAAR, has developed a series of online courses focused on reaching individuals all over the world who share an appreciation for photography and want to experience the digital millennium first-hand.

Learn from an Expert Instructor

Dr. Hellmuth has more than 30 years of experience in photography using traditional (35mm), medium format (2 1/4), and large format (4x5 and 8x10) cameras. He has photographed in museums in Japan, Australia, Canada, Latin America, and the United States and his work has been featured in National Geographic. He was able to make the transition to digital, and is currently a leading expert on digital imaging technologies. His research organization, FLAAR, is an internationally respected research center for digital imaging technologies.

Experience Online Learning

When you enroll in one of Dr. Hellmuth’s online courses, you will be given access to a password-protected platform called Blackboard, where the course material will be made available for you to download. In addition, you will be given direct telephone and e-mail access to Dr. Hellmuth and his assistant Audra Magermans. Because the class is entirely virtual, you can study from your home, office, or while traveling. Online learning allows you to learn at your own pace without ever having to travel to one of FLAAR’s locations. Anyone, anywhere in the world can enroll in these courses!

Develop Your Skills

Dr. Hellmuth now offers two levels of digital photography instruction, and anyone can enroll in one or both courses. (One is not a prerequisite to the other.) Each course covers unique material that both hobbyists and professionals will find useful and intellectually stimulating.

Course One - Achieving Quality in Digital Photography

This course will develop your creativity and show you how to use digital imaging to produce astonishing images. Course topics include:

  • Learning about 35mm digital cameras (including Nikon, Kodak, Canon, etc.)
  • Achieving professional results with affordable cameras (Sony, Minolta, Fuji etc)
  • Understanding the past, present, and future of digital photography
  • Working with lighting, lenses, filters, and digital imaging software
  • Developing versatile talents (architectural, nature, and portrait photography)

Course Two - Taking Digital Photography to the Next Level

This is a production-oriented course that will teach you to produce digital images that will help you win exhibits, earn a living as a professional, and in general, create images that make an impact. Course topics include:

  • Assuring top quality results using professional techniques
  • Choosing the right equipment for developing a digital photography studio
  • Understanding digital imaging and scanning principals
  • Learning techniques for shooting on-location
  • Stimulating intellectual curiosity by learning about medium and large format digital imaging

Make Educated Purchasing Decisions

Both of Dr. Hellmuth’s courses will emphasize making good purchasing decisions. Because FLAAR is an independent research center, you can expect unbiased purchasing advice based on research experience and product testing. The courses will help you learn the characteristics of quality products in the market of digital imaging including:

  • Digital cameras from “point and shoot” through 35mm SLR, medium format, and large format
  • Printers and scanners
  • Digital imaging software and computer hardware to support it

After taking these courses, you will be able to go to any tradeshow or camera store and understand the terminology, distinguish the advertising hype from reality, and be able to make educated purchases.

Enroll Today!

  • DP 101 - Achieving Quality in Digital Photography $595.00
    Begins: 21-Feb-2005
    Ends: 6-Apr-2005

  • P 201 - Taking Digital Photography to the Next Level $795.00
    (You do not need to take Course One first though obviously we recommend it.)
    Begins: 13-Apr-2005
    Ends: 20-May-2005



Last updated : Sept. 14.2004
Previous updates : Oct. 15, 2003. Apr. 28, 2003