Photography I

ART X 438.9

Explore the fundamental technical and aesthetic principles of digital photographic processes, including DSLR camera operation, composition, and digital retouching and manipulation.

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Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
In Person
Online
Starting at $875.00
As few as 11 weeks
4.0
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What you can learn.

  • Gain a practical, hands-on introduction to DSLR camera operation and photographic composition
  • Understand contemporary digital imaging and its application within commercial and fine arts
  • Define a basic workflow from image making to image editing
  • Understand the foundations of image making so that you can execute your creative vision
  • Have an introductory understanding to different genres of photography and its history

About this course:

In this practical hands-on introduction, the fundamental technical and aesthetic principles of digital photographic processes are addressed, including instruction on camera operation, composition, and digital retouching and manipulation. Instruction also includes Adobe software acquisition techniques and output technologies. Discussion covers contemporary digital imaging and its application within commercial and fine arts. Assignments demonstrate mastery of technical skills and individual creative expression.

Winter 2025 Schedule

Date & Time
Details
Format
 
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Saturday 10:00AM - 1:00PM PT
Available
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Instructor: Baz Here
400933
Fee:
$875.00
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Location: UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
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Notes

For students purchasing a camera, we recommend the free workshop Choosing and Using a Digital Camera. 

Refund Deadline
No refunds after January 17, 2025
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Sat Jan 11, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 215
Discussion
Sat Jan 18, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 215
Discussion
Sat Jan 25, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 215
Discussion
Sat Feb 1, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 215
Discussion
Sat Feb 8, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 215
Discussion
Sat Feb 15, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 215
Discussion
Sat Feb 22, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 215
Discussion
Sat Mar 1, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 215
Discussion
Sat Mar 8, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 215
Discussion
Sat Mar 15, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 215
Discussion
Sat Mar 22, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 215
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This section has no set meeting times.
Available
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Instructor: Craig Havens
400936
Fee:
$875.00
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Notes

For students purchasing a camera, we recommend the free workshop Choosing and Using a Digital Camera. 

Refund Deadline
No refunds after January 13, 2025

Spring 2025 Schedule

Date & Time
Details
Format
 
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Saturday 10:00AM - 1:00PM PT
Future Offering (Opens February 03, 2025 12:00:00 AM)
See Details
Instructor: Baz Here
402530
Fee:
$875.00
In Personformat icon
Location: UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
Updating...
See Details
Notes

For students purchasing a camera, we recommend the free workshop Choosing and Using a Digital Camera. 

Refund Deadline
No refunds after April 11, 2025
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Sat Apr 5, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 215
Discussion
Sat Apr 12, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 215
Discussion
Sat Apr 19, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 215
Discussion
Sat Apr 26, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 215
Discussion
Sat May 3, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 215
Discussion
Sat May 10, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 215
Discussion
Sat May 17, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 215
Discussion
Sat May 24, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 215
Discussion
Sat May 31, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 215
Discussion
Sat Jun 7, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 215
Discussion
Sat Jun 14, 2025
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 215
-
This section has no set meeting times.
Future Offering (Opens February 03, 2025 12:00:00 AM)
See Details
Instructor: Baz Here
402533
Fee:
$875.00
Onlineformat icon
Updating...
See Details
Notes

For students purchasing a camera, we recommend the free workshop Choosing and Using a Digital Camera. 

Refund Deadline
No refunds after April 07, 2025

Contact Us

Speak to a program representative. Hours: Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm.
phone-icon 310-206-1422
phone-icon photography@uclaextension.edu

This course applies towards the following certificates & specializations…

Design Communication Arts
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Photography
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Advanced Design Communication Arts
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