This beginner's 2-day course covers the fundamentals of DSLR (Digital single-lens reflex) photography, focusing on understanding manual settings, achieving high-quality results, and learning basic camera mechanics and exposure principles. Discover how to effectively capture various scenes and optimise your photographs for both social media and print. Gain confidence in using your DSLR camera effectively, understanding key photography concepts, and producing better-quality images. This foundation course equips you with the essential tools to continue exploring and improving your photography skills independently or to pursue further advanced courses.
| College | Griffith College Dublin (GCD) |
| Course ID | 191833 |
| Course Location | Dublin |
| Location Postcode | Dublin 8 |
| Course Type | Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online |
| Course Qualification | Professional Qualification |
| Course Duration | Two days |
| Course Time | This part-time course will run over 2 Saturdays from 10am to 5pm. |
| Course Fee | EUR 590.00 |
| Entry Requirements | Over 18 Years Direct entry No prior photography knowledge or experience using a DSLR camera is required. English Language It is recommended that applicants have a good understanding of both written and spoken English. Non-native English speakers are not required to submit a copy of IELTs test results or take an English-level test as part of the application process. Photography Equipment Learners must acquire the following: DSLR Camera Formatted Memory Card Notepad and Pen Tripod useful but not essential |
| Career Path | Graduates from this programme may be interested in progressing to the Professional Certificate in Digital Photography and Visual Media or the Professional Diploma in Creative and Commercial Photography within Griffith College, subject to satisfying the entry requirements, where necessary. |
| Course Code | DPB |

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