This is the class content with links to the articles on OCFworkshop.com
(This is a general outline, content may vary at your location.)
To start with what is not being lectured;
No TTL /E-TTL / I-TTL / CLS or any other automated light measuring system. (We will use a light meter occasionally)
It is all about Manual Camera settings AND Manual flash settings!
Session 1 (This is about the minimal equipment we need)
* Intro and terminology
* Flashes
* Guide number
* Lightstand/Swivel or umbrella bracket
* Flash triggers
* Ball bungees/clamps
* Grid / Gobo / Cookie /Snoot /Flag
* Reflectors
* Umbrella / Softbox
* Gels
* Velcro and Gaffertape
* DIY
* Helpful Books and websites
Session 2a (The technical and theoretical site of OCF)
* Exposure basics (Shutter-speed/Aperture/ISO/Flash power/Flash to subject distance)
* Depth of field
* White balance, ambient light and flash
* Exposure metering
* Histogram
* Flash sync
* Second curtain
* Inverse square law
* Ambient light
* Lots of practical demos
Session 2b (Practice session)
* Model releases and copyright
* The first shoot (A step by step guide)
* One flash and a reflector
* Two flashes
* Light position
* Soft vs hard light
* Clam shell lighting
* Assignments and student practice
* Conclusion
* Next steps
To participate in the practice shoot you need to have a hot-shoe camera or other ways to connect to a flash. There are no other requirements as equipment will be available for use. The practice session will include one or more models that will pose.
