Description:  In People, Event and Action Photography, students will learn the fundamentals of how to use your camera, composition, lighting, posing, and develop a sense of timing. We will experiment with techniques such as directing and connecting with your subject, movement, details, and artistic expression. Assignments will focus on applying your new skills in everyday life situations, with sports, and events. Throughout the course, you’ll complete a series of photo projects that will help you practice the skills you are learning. Your teacher will work with you, reviewing your photos and helping you improve.

Each class will include presentations on weekly themed homework, new concept instruction time, and hands on practice.

 No photography experience required. Previous photography students are encouraged to return and enjoy the challenges of new assignments and projects.

This course can be taken for high school fine arts credit. Students will have the opportunity to show their work at the CHAT Christmas Celebration.

Tutor:  Erin Johnson is born and raised in MN where she attended Bethel College for studio art and then went to YWAM in Colorado. She first learned film photography in college and enjoy the magic of the dark room. Erin started working in the photography world in 1998 at a children’s studio and then by 2000 she was additionally working as a wedding photographer. She started her career with film cameras and then transitioned to digital photography as the cameras improved. She loves the challenge of a wedding and serving people. She built a substantial business with multiple photographers, dozens of publications and a handful of awards. Her clients have flown her to multiple states, Mexico and Europe to document their I dos. Throughout the decades she has taught other professional photographers through workshops, shoot-outs and mentorships. Though her business is at a smaller scale now she still continues to primarily photograph, weddings, families and seniors while homeschooling her youngest daughter. She married her husband in 2000 and has 3 delightful daughters. She loves Jesus, traveling, hiking - especially in Arizona, entrepreneurship (has started multiple businesses) and spending time with her family. Her teaching style is relaxed, open-minded and hands-on.

Cost:  $227, $237, $247 (depending on registration date)
Level: Grades 7-12
Prerequisite: None
Homework: weekly photo assignments
Supplies: Students will need to bring a digital camera (any type including cell phones) that they will be responsible for, notebook, and pen/pencil. All other handouts will be provided.