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Digital 101

In this class you will learn the basics of how to use your digital camera. Topics covered will include the terms of digital photography, camera controls, camera modes & programs, and tips on how to take better pictures. You will enjoy using your camera more and your photography after having attended this class! You should bring your camera, charged batteries and your manual, since there will be hands on learning. The class is FREE with the purchase of a digital camera from Dodd or $25 per person without purchase. Registration is required to reserve your space. These classes are offered at the Pepper Pike, Medina, Fairview Park and Mayfield Heights.

Date

Time

Wednesday, May 19

6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

 

Wednesday, June 9

6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

 

 

Wednesday, June 23

6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

 

 

Wednesday, July 14

6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

 

 

Saturday, July 31

10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

 

 

Wednesday, August 11

6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

 

 

Wednesday, August 25

6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

 

 

Saturday, September 11

10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

 

 

Wednesday, September 15

6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

 

 

Wednesday, October 6

6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

 

 

Saturday, October 16

10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

 

 

Wednesday, October 27

6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

 

 

Wednesday, November 10

6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

 

 

Wednesday, November 17

6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

 

 

Digitial 101 - Medina Only Schedule

Date

Time

Friday May 21

6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

Friday, June 11

6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

 

 

Friday, June 25

6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

 

 

Friday, July 16

6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

 

 

Saturday, July 31

5:30 PM to 7:30 PM

 

 

Friday, August 13

6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

 

 

Friday, August 27

6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

 

 

Saturday, September 11

5:30 PM to 7:30 PM

 

 

Friday, September 17

6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

 

 

Friday, October 8

6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

 

 

Saturday, October 16

5:30 PM to 7:30 PM

 

 

Friday, October 29

6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

 

 

Friday, November 12

6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

 

 

Friday, November 19

6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

 

 

 

Digital Image Management

We will concentrate on how to transfer your images to a PC, create folders and burn a CD. We will also cover how to e-mail pictures, basic editing, and ordering prints online at www.doddcamera.com. Fee: $10/person with purchase $15 without.

Date

Time

 

Digital Image Management - Medina Only Schedule

Date

Time

 

 

E520/E620 Classes

Get the most out of your new Olympus Camera!!

Olympus Technical Rep Brian Chiaravalle will be reviewing the features and benefits of the Olympus E520 & E620. You will learn how to quickly access the most commonly used features to take better photographs. Topics covered will include the camera controls and their functions, camera modes, and menu options.  You are encouraged to bring your camera, charged battery and manual. Classes are FREE for anyone purchasing their camera from Dodd or Click Camera. $45 for non-purchase. Classes are to be held at our Commercial Store location located in downtown Cleveland. Please call your local store to sign up today. Seating is limited to 60 people per class. 

Date

Time

 

Saturday, April 10

10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

 

 

 

Specific Classes

These classes are an overview of your camera. Topics covered will include the camera controls and their functions, camera modes, and menu options. You are encouraged to bring your camera, charged battery and manual. Class fee is $25 per person and registration is required to reserve your space. These classes are offered at the Pepper Pike, Medina, Fairview Park  and Mayfield Heights stores.

  

Nikon D90

Date

Time

Wednesday, June 16

6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

 

Saturday, August 14

10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

 

 

Wednesday, November 3

6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

 

 

Nikon D90 - Medina Only Schedule

Date

Time

Friday, June 18

6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

 

Saturday, August 14

5:30 PM to 7:30 PM

 

 

Friday, November 5

6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

 

 

Nikon D3000

Date

Time

 

Wednesday, July 7

6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

 

 

Saturday, September 4

10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

 

 

Nikon D3000 - Medina Only Schedule

Date

Time

 

Friday, July 9

6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

 

 

Saturday, September 4

5:30 PM to 7:30 PM

 

 

Nikon D5000

Date

Time

 

Wednesday July 21

6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

 

 

Saturday, September 25

10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

 

 

Nikon D5000 - Medina Only Schedule

Date

Time

 

Friday, July 23

6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

 

 

Saturday, September 25

5:30 PM to 7:30 PM

 

 

Canon Rebel XS/XSi

Date

Time

 

Wednesday, September 8

6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

 

 

Saturday, November 6

10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

 

 

Canon Rebel XS/XSi - Medina Only Schedule

Date

Time

 

Friday, September 10

6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

 

 

Saturday, November 6

5:30 PM to 8:30 PM

 

 

Canon Rebel T1i

Date

Time

Wednesday, August 18

6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

 

Saturday, October 23

10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

 

 

Canon Rebel T1i - Medina Only Schedule

Date

Time

Friday, August 20

6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

 

Saturday, October 23

5:30 PM to 8:30 PM

 

 

Fundamentals of SLR photography

In this workshop you will learn about the technical aspects of the camera and how they relate to your photos as well as compositional techniques of photography. Some of the topics covered will include the use of shutter speeds, lens aperture, depth of field, ISO, metering, and guidelines of composition. The workshop consists of 2 parts - a lecture and an assignment, and a review. The fee is $45/ person and registration is required.

Date

Time

Saturday, May 15

10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

 

Saturday, August 28

10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

 

 

Fundamentals of SLR photography - Medina Only Schedule

Date

Time

Saturday, May 15

5:30 PM to 8:30 PM

 

Saturday, August 28

5:30 PM to 8:30 PM

 

 

Fundamentals of SLR photography, Part 2

Date

Time

Saturday, June 5

10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

 

Saturday, September 18

10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

 

 

Fundamentals of SLR photography, Part 2 - Medina Only Schedule

Date

Time

Saturday, June 5th

5:30 PM to 8:30 PM

 

Saturday, September 18

5:30 PM to 8:30 PM

 

 

Sports & Action Workshop

Learn from a pro, Mike Demeter. Mike will demonstrate how to best get that elusive sports shot of your child or even professional sports. Fee: $35/person. Offered at our Commercial location.

Date

Time

 

Sport & Action Workshop - Medina Only Schedule

Date

Time

  

Nature Photography

This class focuses on the fundamentals and techniques of photography that apply specifically to nature photography. You will learn how to take better landscape, macro close-up, and telephoto images through the proper use of depth-of-field, shutter speed, & lighting. A basic knowledge of photography or having taken our Fundamentals of Photography Workshop is recommended. Fee: $35/person Registration is required

Date

Time

Saturday, July 10th

10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

  

Personalized Lessons

Photo Tutoring

Learn about your camera, specific to your questions and needs. We will guide you on

how to take better pictures, post production edit or whatever you need to achieve your end goal. We schedule at each Dodd Camera location according to your convenience and our staffing. Rates vary for the style of your camera.

 

SLR Camera ~ $75.00/hour

 Studio Lighting

 Macro Photography

 Sports

 Nature & Travel

 

Point & Shoot Camera ~ $50.00/hour

 

Computer help ~ $95.00/hour

 RAW Photography

 iPhoto Help

 Movie Editing

 Google Picassa

 

See your local store for more details.

Times are scheduled on a needed basis, call your local store to set up an appointment.