An introductory course in digital photography digital image capture. Basic photographic composition and subject matter, basic digital camera operation, and beginning image manipulation using Adobe Photoshop and/or Photoshop Elements will be covered. Photography as a fine art and as a commercial application will be explored. Technical, aesthetic, cultural, and historic points of view will be considered. This course is designed to assist older adults in identifying and examining personal interests and aptitudes in digital photography and to enhance mental acuity, fine motor skills, and creativity as well as the appreciation of the visual arts. To cover the costs of printing, a $10.00 material fee will be charged at the time of enrollment.
