Seminars are free when you purchase a camera from Creve Coeur Camera. Please show proof of purchase upon arrival. Proof of purchase includes the Free Seminar Coupon, your receipt or the camera box with the Creve Coeur Camera label.
Digital Basics (Free with camera purchase)
Do you have a digital camera and want to know more about what it can do? If you would like to use your camera to its potential, this free one-hour seminar can help you. We?ll talk about the advantages of digital photography, some common terms, storage media, printing and about some simple programs to play with and manipulate your images.
Classes Only$69 and up
Photoshop Elements 101
A class for those comfortable with their digital camera.
In the first two-hour session, learn in greater detail the proper steps to make your images better on your digital camera, and learn what the capabilities of Photoshop Elements. In the second two-hour session, use our new Dell PCs and actually perform the operations explained in the first class using a pre-chosen set of examples to learn how to correct red-eye, perform cloning, use the magical Healing Brush, color correct, make calendars and greeting cards, slide shows with sound and music, make exciting panorama photos, and other special effects this program has. Class limit of 15.
Cost: $99.
Length: 2 part class. Each part is 2 hours. Pre-requisite: Understanding of basic PC and Windows computer operations, and the Digital Basics seminar.
Pentax K200D/Super
This user-friendly DSLR camera for the beginning digital photographer captures high quality images with either simplified operations use of manual options. This class will cover all options and show you which would work the best in different situations. You will learn that you can make this camera a high quality point-and-shoot camera, or use some of the advanced functions to customize your own images. This class will show you how to achieve the best results even in low-light conditions. Bring your camera, a fresh set of batteries, your manual and questions.
Cost: $69.
Length: 2 hours.
Pentax K20D
Amazingly, the newest DSLR from Pentax has a 14.6MP sensor and now features live view options. This two-hour class will cover how to best usse the image stabilization feature, and which exposure options will give the user the most control and how to choose them for optimum performance. This class also covers the menus and special features which make the K-20D a good choice for all around use. Be sure to charge up the battery and bring your camera, accessories, and questions.
Cost: $69.
Length: 2 hours.
Canon Digital Rebel XTi
Challenged by the multitude of functions, buttons and menu options found on your Canon Digital Rebel XTi? Join us in our classroom for a learning experience that will help bring the core set of the Rebel’s functions under your control. This program provides an in-depth overview of this popular camera’s features & controls and then adds insight on when, why and how to use the auto exposure modes, white balance option, and flash overrides. Bring your Digital Rebel camera, a charged battery and follow along!
Cost: $69.
Length: 2 hours.
Canon 40D
This class provides an in-depth look at the features and functions of this popular camera. We'll go over when to choose the various settings for the best results. This camera features a sensor cleaning function, live-view, improved weather resistant seals, and a new handgrip. Bring your camera and fully charged battery and questions to this twohour class.
Cost: $69.
Length: 2 hours.
Nikon D40/D40x
This class covers all the camera controls, buttons, parts and care. Whether you just purchased this camera today, or have had it for awhile, this class is designed to help you obtain the best results from your camera. It will cover features and controls as well as the best time to use them. From sports to portraits these cameras (40/40x) can deliver great results. Come take this two hour class to learn how to make it work for you. Bring your camera, fully charged battery, manual and questions.
Cost: $69.
Length: 2 hours.
Nikon D80
This two-hour class covers all the camera controls, buttons, parts and care. How and when to use the “Auto” function and when other options in the camera might work better. We’ll discuss various camera and playback menu options and when to use them. We will also cover the aspect of keeping your sensor clean and its care. Also covered: the choice between JPEG and NEF file options and why you might choose one or the other. Whether you just purchased this camera today, or have had it for awhile, this class is designed to help you obtain the best results from your camera. Bring your camera, fully charged battery, manual and questions.
Cost: $69.
Length: 2 hours.
Nikon D300
A significant step up in the NIKON camera line, the D-300 offers great control options to the user. The 12MP CMOS sensor can capture a great image without any adjustments, however, the new auto-focus sensor with up to 51 points and focus tracking give the user accurate control over picture taking situations. Also added in the D-300 is the live view option which can be useful in some picture taking situations. Bring your fully charged battery, and camera along with questions to this two-hour class, which will show you how to best use this camera.
Cost: $69.
Length: 2 hours.
Olympus E410/E510
These are the first DSLR cameras with true live capture options. This requires some special effort and technique to achieve the best results. The multiple consumer-friendly shooting modes assist in all manner of situations. This two-hour class covers all the camera controls, buttons, parts and care. How and when to use the “Auto” function and when other options in the camera might work better. We’ll discuss various camera and playback menu options and when to use them. We will also cover the aspect of keeping your sensor clean and its care. Also covered: the choice between JPEG and RAW file options and why you might choose one or the other. Bring your camera, fully charged battery, manual and questions.
Cost: $69.
Length: 2 hours.
Sony Alpha A200
This two-hour class will cover in-depth this new digital SLR from Sony and its extensive features. We’ll discuss various shooting modes, and when to use them. The controls available in the non-automatic modes will also be covered and you will learn how to make your images look the best right out of the camera. We will also cover the reasons for using RAW vs. JPEG modes. Bring your camera, fully charged battery, manual and questions.
Cost: $69.
Length: 2 hours.
Sports Photography
You purchased a great SLR camera so you could capture the sporting events your family is involved in, but the results are less than pleasing, and often disappointing. This class is for you! We’ll go through the functions and settings on your digital SLR and show you which ones will help you improve the results. Part One is a two hour class which covers settings such as ISO, white balance, the ever confusing relationship between shutter speeds and apertures, and depth-of-field. At the end of Part One, there will be an assignment to go out and photograph your favorite event using what we’ve discussed. Part Two, one week later at the same time will be for us to look at your results and diagnose what went well, or didn’t. An SLR type of camera is required for this class, as well as a longer focal length lens, (preferably 70-300mm or longer).
Cost: $99.
Length: 2 part class. Each part is 2 hours.
Portrait Photography
Taught by the Director of Creve Coeur Camera’s Class Instruction who has over 20 professional portrait photography experience, this class is for anyone who has a desire to improve their efforts when making portraits. We’ll discuss lenses, apertures, depth-of-field, equipment, and posing and lighting techniques. This is a class which owners of SLR type cameras will find most useful, however, some of the smaller point-and-shoot type cameras are often capable of making portraits as well. When you call to reserve your space, there will be an assignment given which must be prepared for the class.
Cost: $69.
Length: 2 hours.
f/Stops—Huh?
If you can’t tell an f/stop from a bus stop, this is the class for you. Whether you have a film or a digital camera, the principles are the same. In this class, we’ll explain the relationship between f/stops, shutter speeds, depth of field and how to make them improve your images. This is a class for anyone who has an SLR (single lense reflex) style camera with interchangeable lenses, whether it usesfilm or is digital. Bring your camera, lenses, fully charged batteries and if you have them, and are brave enough, examples of your successes or failures.
Cost: $69.
Length: 2 hours.
Lighting
This new class is for those who have cameras which accept external lighting, either on a camera bracket, or lighting not mounted on the camera. You must be able to attach an external flash either on a built-in hot shoe, or add an accessory mount to your hot shoe to trigger off-camera flash units. Your camera must also allow manual adjustments. We will cover using a larger flash unit on your DSLR and techniques to use to avoid the ‘deer-in-the-headlights’ look as well as avoiding red-eye. The studio lighting segment of the class will cover using simple external (not attached to the camera) light units for a more professional look. If you have a DSLR camera, and would like to advance to more sophisticated lighting techniques, this class is for you.
