DP Classes

Damianos Photography
59 Fountain Street, Framingham MA 01702
2.5 hour session (ongoing), $240.00 for one to four people
Register by calling Lynne or Jeremy at 508.872.4880 Monday through Friday from 9am to 5pm. Check, MC, Visa or AMEX accepted.

Lynne and Jeremy offer a variety of classes custom tailored to meet your specific needs. We teach to all skill levels in a variety of topics from basic camera operation to architectural photography tips and techniques. Custom workshops are a great way to refine your photography process and learn the answers to your specific questions which aren't covered in big group seminars. We ask questions about what you would like to learn and craft a workshop around your needs.

A two and one-half hour session for one to four people is $240 and includes instruction and handouts where applicable. Shorter or longer workshops will be pro-rated.

Damianos Photography
59 Fountain Street, Framingham MA 01702
2.5 hour session (ongoing), $240.00 for one to four people
Register by calling Lynne or Jeremy at 508.872.4880 Monday through Friday from 9am to 5pm. Check, MC, Visa or AMEX accepted.

Are you looking to break into the photography market? Assisting is an excellent way to learn from a working professional photographer and get hands-on experience. This workshop will give you the tools you need to jump into a project and know what needs to be done. The best assistants anticipate the photographer's needs before words are spoken. Learn how to prepare a location or product for photography, how to identify concerns before they become issues, gear needed, time management, cleaning and organization tips, as well as "best practices" every assistant should know. A handout will be provided.

Damianos Photography
59 Fountain Street, Framingham MA 01702
20 minute session (ongoing), $30.00
Register by calling Lynne or Jeremy at 508.872.4880 Monday through Friday from 9am to 5pm. Check, MC, Visa or AMEX accepted.

Looking to buy your first digital camera or moving from a point and shoot to a DSLR? Depending on the subject matter you like to photograph, your budget and the results you hope to achieve, we can help you find the right camera.

Join us in our studio or on the phone for a 20-minute consultation. We'll come up with recommendations based on your photographic needs. Our resident technology expert, Jeremy Graves, is also available to help you select a wide variety of equipment from lenses to computers and more. Please contact us for a custom equipment consultation solution.

Damianos Photography
59 Fountain Street, Framingham MA 01702
30 minute session (ongoing), $60.00
Register by calling Lynne or Jeremy at 508.872.4880 Monday through Friday from 9am to 5pm. Check, MC, Visa or AMEX accepted.

Have you looked at your images in Photoshop under magnification only to find light gray circles or lines on your image? If so, dust has found a home on your sensor and is there to stay. In this half hour class, learn how to clean your sensor without having to send it back to the manufacturer for a cleaning.

Topics covered include wet and dry cleaning methods, camera cleaning mode, mirror lock up, proper technique and equipment needed. A handout will be provided that includes a supply list and an outline of techniques.

We also offer camera cleanings at our studio for those who don't have the time, patience or dexterity to clean their own camera. Allow 20 minutes for a thorough cleaning, $50.

Damianos Photography
59 Fountain Street, Framingham MA 01702
60 minute session (ongoing), $60.00
Register by calling Lynne or Jeremy at 508.872.4880 Monday through Friday from 9am to 5pm. Check, MC, Visa or AMEX accepted.

Creating photographs is largely a solo experience. After awhile you may realize you're the only decision maker building your portfolio. If you are in need of creative or technical feedback on your work and progression, an individual portfolio review is the answer.

How do you want to grow as a photographer? We can help you develop your vision, edit your portfolio, hone in on your key themes and subjects, and identify techniques and approaches, which are working and those that are not.

We invite both digital and printed portfolios for review.

Concord Art Association
37 Lexington Rd Concord, MA 01742
1 class – Friday, May 11, 2012
10:00 to 12:30 pm
Register at www.concordart.org/education/education_classes_spring_addon_2012.php

Learn how to photograph both 2-D and 3-D artwork.  Angle of view, lighting, metering, polarizing and appropriate lens type/focal length will be covered. Basic knowledge and familiarity with your camera is required (whether SLR or point-and-shoot).

Bring your camera and fresh batteries, manual, and tripod if you have one, plus a 2-D or 3-D work of art to photograph.  A handout will be provided.

Danforth Museum
123 Union Street, Framingham MA 01702
1 classes – Friday, May 11, 2012
9:30 to 12:00 pm
Register at www.danforthmuseum.org/education.html

Are you frustrated in trying to use your digital camera, and the manual isn’t really helpful? Learn how to take photographs easily during this hands-on workshop. Topics include camera use and settings, minimizing shutter lag, optimizing image quality, zoom, flash & exposure compensation and white balance.

This workshop is suitable for point-and-shoot or beginning SLR camera users. A handout will be provided. Read your camera manual beforehand and bring it with you along with your camera and fresh batteries. Feel free to bring one or two of your printed images to share with the class in our push pin show. A minimum of four students is necessary for this workshop to run.

Danforth Museum
123 Union Street, Framingham MA 01702
2 classes – Fridays, May 18 and 25, 2012
9:30 to 12:00 pm
Register at www.danforthmuseum.org/education.html

Learn how to capture fast moving action and create great images in difficult photographic situations. Topics include how to stop motion, pan with your subject, focus, camera settings and equipment selection. The homework assignment will be reviewed in class 2.

Students are required to have a DSLR camera. Bring a notebook, pencil, your camera and manual to class. A handout will be provided. Email two of your photos (good or with issues) in JPEG format to classes@DamianosPhotography.com by Wednesday, February 8 with the subject line “DanforthA_HW1_YourLastName” (or bring them in to class in a separate folder on thumb drive or your camera’s flash card).

Amazing Things Art Center
160 Hollis Street Framingham, MA 01702
1 class – Saturday, May 19, 2012
1:00 to 4:00 pm
Register at www.amazingthings.org/amazingu.asp

Are you frustrated in trying to use your digital camera, and the manual isn’t really helpful? Learn how to take photographs easily during this hands-on workshop. Topics include camera use and settings, minimizing shutter lag, optimizing image quality, zoom, flash & exposure compensation and white balance.

This workshop is suitable for point-and-shoot or beginning SLR camera users. A handout will be provided. Read your camera manual beforehand and bring it with you along with your camera and fresh batteries. Feel free to bring one or two of your printed images to share with the class in our push pin show. A minimum of four students is necessary for this workshop to run.

Danforth Museum
123 Union Street, Framingham MA 01702
3 classes – Fridays, June 1, 8 and 15, 2012
9:30 am to 12:00 pm
Register at www.danforthmuseum.org/education.html

This three-session course is suitable for point-and-shoot and SLR camera users who have a basic understanding of the menus and buttons on their camera and want to be more creative. Topics include depth of field, aperture priority, shutter priority and manual settings, understanding scene modes, composition, light modification and what to put in your gear bag. Bring your camera and manual to each class. There will be a photography assignment each week to do on your own that will be used as a learning tool in the following class. Email two of your photos (good or with issues) in JPEG format to classes@DamianosPhotography.com by Wednesday, May 30th with the subject line “DanforthBB_HW1_YourLastName” (or bring them in to class in a separate folder on a thumb drive or your camera’s flash card).

The Cultural Arts Alliance of Hopkinton
98 Hayden Rowe Street, Hopkinton, MA 01748
1 class – Wednesday, June 13, 2012
6:30 to 9:00 pm
Register at www.caahop.org/classes-to-come/

Are you frustrated in trying to use your digital camera, and the manual isn’t really helpful? Learn how to take photographs easily during this hands-on workshop. Topics include camera use and settings, minimizing shutter lag, optimizing image quality, zoom, flash & exposure compensation, and white balance. Read your camera manual beforehand and bring it with you along with your camera and fresh batteries. This workshop is suitable for point-and-shoot or beginning SLR camera users. A handout will be provided.

The Cultural Arts Alliance of Hopkinton
98 Hayden Rowe Street, Hopkinton, MA 01748
1 class – Wednesday, June 20, 2012
6:30 to 9:00 pm
Register at www.caahop.org/classes-to-come/

Have you ever wondered why certain photographs don't come out the way you expect them to? Learn how to modify your camera settings and/or technique for better results the next time! This one-session workshop includes a variety of examples and interaction amongst participants. We've all experienced difficulties and will learn from one another in a fun way. Consider this photographic therapy! You will walk away with more "tools" under your belt and a better understanding of how to handle different photographic challenges.

Bring your camera (with fresh batteries) and manual to class. Email two of your photos with issues in JPEG format (up to 8 MB total per email) and a brief explanation to classes@DamianosPhotography.com by Monday, June 18 with the subject line “CAAWW_YourLastName” (or bring them in to class in a separate folder on a thumb drive or your camera’s flash card).

Danforth Museum
123 Union Street, Framingham MA 01702
4 classes – Mondays, June 25, July 2, 9 and 16, 2012, 9:30 am to 12:00 pm or
Wednesdays, June 27, July 11, 18 and 25, 2012 (no class July 4th), 6:30 to 9:00 pm
Register at www.danforthmuseum.org/education.html

This four-session course covers the basics of digital photography, suitable for point-and-shoot or SLR camera users. Topics include an overview of the digital camera, components of a good photograph, angle of view, composition, perspective/zoom, quality of light, flash & exposure compensation, white balance, file type and appropriate file sizes for specific uses.

Read your camera manual thoroughly before the first class. Bring your camera and manual to each class. There will be a photography assignment each week to do on your own that will be used as a learning tool in the following class. Email two of your photos (good or with issues) in JPEG format to classes@DamianosPhotography.com by Friday, June 22 with the subject line “DanforthB_(AM or PM)_HW1_YourLastName” (or bring them in to class in a separate folder on thumb drive or your camera’s flash card).

The Cultural Arts Alliance of Hopkinton
98 Hayden Rowe Street, Hopkinton, MA 01748
2 classes – Tuesday, July 10 and 17, 2012 from 2:30 to 5:00 pm (Grade 9 - 12) or
2 classes – Tuesday, July 24 and 31, 2012 from 6:30 to 9:00 pm (Adult)
Register at www.caahop.org/classes-to-come/

What makes an interesting image of the landscape? Learn how to use camera angle, focal length, depth-of-field, lighting, white balance settings and composition to enhance your images of the natural environment. This course includes lecture and hands-on photography around the Cultural Arts Alliance. Email five of your photos in JPEG format (up to 8 MB total per email) to classes@DamianosPhotography.com by Friday, July 6 with the subject line “CAAL_YourLastName” for inclusion in the discussion.

The Cultural Arts Alliance of Hopkinton
98 Hayden Rowe Street, Hopkinton, MA 01748
2 classes – Thursdays, July 12 and 19, 2012 from 2:30 to 5:00 pm (Grade 5 - 8) or
2 classes – Thursdays, July 26 and August 2, 2012 from 6:30 to 9:00 pm (Adult)
Register at www.caahop.org/classes-to-come/

Explore the area around the CAA with your camera while gaining technical and composition tips on how to photograph buildings, details and plantings. You will gain a better understanding of appropriate camera angle, settings, focal length, white balance and lighting. This course is suitable for all age and skill levels.

Danforth Museum
123 Union Street, Framingham MA 01702
1 class – Monday, July 23, 2012
9:30 am to 12:00 pm
Register at www.danforthmuseum.org/education.html

Have you ever wondered why certain photographs don't come out the way you expect them to? Learn how to modify your camera settings and/or technique for better results the next time! This one-session workshop includes a variety of examples and interaction amongst participants. We've all experienced difficulties and will learn from one another in a fun way. Consider this photographic therapy! You will walk away with more "tools" under your belt and a better understanding of how to handle different photographic challenges. Bring your camera (with fresh batteries) and manual to class. Email two of your photos with issues in JPEG format (and a brief explanation) to classes@DamianosPhotography.com by Friday, July 20 with the subject line “DanforthWW_YourLastName” (or bring them in to class in a separate folder on a thumb drive or your camera’s flash card).

Danforth Museum
123 Union Street, Framingham MA 01702
2 classes – Monday, July 30 and August 6, 2012
9:30 am to 12:00 pm
Register at www.danforthmuseum.org/education.html

Learn the basic skills you need to make composition decisions using the camera in this 2-day mini-class. Learn guides to composition such as format, subject placement, pattern and line. Composition tools will be reviewed including lens focal length and depth of field. Examine framing, camera angles and detail to improve your photographic vision. This two session workshop will examine the instinctive choices you make about your images, and show you why you are making those compositional decisions.

The Cultural Arts Alliance of Hopkinton
98 Hayden Rowe Street, Hopkinton, MA 01748
2 classes – Wednesday, August 8 and 15, 2012
6:30 to 9:00 pm
Register at www.caahop.org/classes-to-come/

Learn how to capture fast moving action and create great images in difficult photographic situations. Topics include how to stop motion, pan with your subject, focus, camera settings and equipment selection. The homework assignment will be reviewed in class 2.

 Students are required to have a DSLR camera. Bring a notebook, pencil, your camera and manual to class. A handout will be provided. Email two of your photos (good or with issues) in JPEG format (up to 8 MB total per email) to classes@DamianosPhotography.com by Monday, August 6 with the subject line “CAAA_HW1_YourLastName” (or bring them in to class in a separate folder on thumb drive or your camera’s flash card).

Danforth Museum
123 Union Street, Framingham MA 01702
1 class – Monday, August 13, 2012
9:30 am to 12:00 pm
Register at www.danforthmuseum.org/education.html

What makes an interesting image of the landscape? This presentation includes numerous examples. Learn how to use camera angle, focal length, depth-of-field, lighting, white balance settings and composition to enhance your images of the natural environment.

The Cultural Arts Alliance of Hopkinton
98 Hayden Rowe Street, Hopkinton, MA 01748
3 classes – Thursday, August 16, 23 and 30, 2012
6:30 to 9:00 pm
Register at www.caahop.org/classes-to-come/

This three-session course is suitable for point-and-shoot and SLR camera users who have a basic understanding of the menus and buttons on their camera and want to be more creative. Topics include depth of field, aperture priority, shutter priority and manual settings, understanding scene modes, composition, light modification and what to put in your gear bag. Bring your camera and manual to each class. There will be a photography assignment each week to do on your own that will be used as a learning tool in the following class. Email two of your photos (good or with issues) in JPEG format (up to 8 MB total per email) to classes@DamianosPhotography.com by Tuesday, August 14 with the subject line “CAABB_HW1_YourLastName” (or bring them in to class in a separate folder on a thumb drive or your camera’s flash card).

Joseph P. Keefe Technical School - Continuing Education
750 Winter Street, Framingham MA 01702
1 class – Tuesday, September 11, 2012
6:30 to 9:00 pm
Register at www.ktconed.org/photo.html

What makes an interesting image of the landscape? This presentation includes numerous examples. Learn how to use camera angle, focal length, depth-of-field, lighting, white balance settings and composition to enhance your images of the natural environment. Email five of your photos in JPEG format (up to 8 MB total per email) to classes@DamianosPhotography.com by Friday, September 7 with the subject line “KeefeL_YourLastName” for inclusion in the discussion.

Joseph P. Keefe Technical School - Continuing Education
750 Winter Street, Framingham MA 01702
4 classes – Wednesdays, September 12, 19, October 3 and 10, 2012
6:30 to 9:00 pm
Register at www.ktconed.org/photo.html

This four-session course is an introduction to photography for those who want to improve their digital pictures, whether point-and-shoot or SLR camera users. Topics include the components of a good photograph, angle of view, composition, perspective/zoom, quality of light, flash & exposure compensation, white balance, file type and appropriate file sizes for specific uses. Read your camera manual thoroughly before the first class. Bring your camera and manual to each class. There will be a photography assignment each week to do on your own that will be used as a learning tool in the following class. Email two of your photos (good or with issues) in JPEG format (up to 8 MB total per email) to classes@DamianosPhotography.com by Monday, September 10 with the subject line “KeefeDig_HW1_YourLastName” (or bring them in to class in a separate folder on a thumb drive or your camera’s flash card).

Joseph P. Keefe Technical School - Continuing Education
750 Winter Street, Framingham MA 01702
2 classes – Tuesday, October 2 and 9, 2012
6:30 to 9:00 pm
Register at www.ktconed.org/photo.html

Learn the basic skills you need to make composition decisions using the camera in this 2-day mini-class. Learn guides to composition such as format, subject placement, pattern and line. Composition tools will be reviewed including lens focal length and depth of field. Examine framing, camera angles and detail to improve your photographic vision. This two session workshop will examine the instinctive choices you make about your images, and show you why you are making those compositional decisions. Email five of your photos (good or with issues) in JPEG format (up to 8 MB total per email) to classes@DamianosPhotography.com by Friday, September 28 with the subject line “KeefeC_HW1_YourLastName” (or bring them in to class in a separate folder on thumb drive or your camera’s flash card).

Joseph P. Keefe Technical School - Continuing Education
750 Winter Street, Framingham MA 01702
1 class – Tuesday, October 16, 2012
6:30 to 9:00 pm
Register at www.ktconed.org/photo.html

Adobe Bridge is a powerful tool for cataloging, organizing and viewing your photographs and digital assets. Together with Photoshop the pair will help you edit and organize your photography library. In this one-day workshop unlock the secrets of Bridge and making searching through your images quick and easy. We will cover topics including setting up a workspace, view options, adding keywords, sorting, numbering and camera raw. A handout will be provided.

Joseph P. Keefe Technical School - Continuing Education
750 Winter Street, Framingham MA 01702
4 classes – Wednesdays, October 17, 24, November 7 and 14, 2012
6:30 to 9:00 pm
Register at www.ktconed.org/photo.html

This four-session course is intended for those who are already familiar with their digital camera and basic image manipulation software and would like to take their photographs to the next level by enhancing images on the computer. Topics include workflow, file information, adjustment layers, masks, transforming, type, converting to B/W, retouching and preparation for printing. There will be computer assignment each week to do on your own that will be used as a learning tool in the following class. Email two of your photos (good or with issues) in JPEG format (up to 8 MB total per email) to classes@DamianosPhotography.com by Monday, October 15 with the subject line “KeefePS_HW1_YourLastName” (or bring them in to class in a separate folder on a thumb drive or your camera’s flash card). A workbook and CD will be provided.

Joseph P. Keefe Technical School - Continuing Education
750 Winter Street, Framingham MA 01702
2 classes – Tuesdays, October 23 and 30, 2012
6:30 to 9:00 pm
Register at www.ktconed.org/photo.html

Learn how to capture fast moving action and create great images in difficult photographic situations. Topics include how to stop motion, pan with your subject, focus, camera settings and equipment selection. The homework assignment will be reviewed in class 2.

Students are required to have a DSLR camera. Bring a notebook, pencil, your camera and manual to class. A handout will be provided. Email two of your photos (good or with issues) in JPEG format (up to 8 MB total per email) to classes@DamianosPhotography.com by Friday, October 19 with the subject line “KeefeA_HW1_YourLastName” (or bring them in to class in a separate folder on thumb drive or your camera’s flash card).

Joseph P. Keefe Technical School - Continuing Education
750 Winter Street, Framingham MA 01702
1 class – Thursday, November 1, 2012
6:30 to 9:00 pm
Register at www.ktconed.org/photo.html

Do you ever wonder why your portraits of family and friends don’t look as polished as you’d like? This presentation will give you a jumpstart to useful techniques for creating a great portrait, including aspects such as posing, overall composition, focal length, depth of field, composition and lighting. Email five of your photos in JPEG format (up to 8 MB total per email) to classes@DamianosPhotography.com by Tuesday, September 25 with the subject line “KeefeP_YourLastName” for inclusion in the discussion.

Joseph P. Keefe Technical School - Continuing Education
750 Winter Street, Framingham MA 01702
1 class – Tuesday, November 13, 2012
6:30 to 9:00 pm
Register at www.ktconed.org/photo.html

Have you ever wondered why certain photographs don't come out the way you expect them to? Learn how to modify your camera settings and/or technique for better results the next time! This one-session workshop includes a variety of examples and interaction amongst participants. We've all experienced difficulties and will learn from one another in a fun way. Consider this photographic therapy! You will walk away with more "tools" under your belt and a better understanding of how to handle different photographic challenges.

Bring your camera (with fresh batteries) and manual to class. Email two of your photos with issues in JPEG format (up to 8 MB total per email) and a brief explanation to classes@DamianosPhotography.com by Friday, November 9 with the subject line “KeefeWW_YourLastName” (or bring them in to class in a separate folder on a thumb drive or your camera’s flash card).

Joseph P. Keefe Technical School - Continuing Education
750 Winter Street, Framingham MA 01702
3 classes – Wednesdays, November 28, December 5 and 12, 2012
6:30 to 9:00 pm
Register at www.ktconed.org/photo.html

This three-session course is suitable for point-and-shoot and SLR camera users who have a basic understanding of the menus and buttons on their camera and want to be more creative. Topics include depth of field, aperture priority, shutter priority and manual settings, understanding scene modes, composition, light modification and what to put in your gear bag. Bring your camera and manual to each class. There will be a photography assignment each week to do on your own that will be used as a learning tool in the following class. Email two of your photos (good or with issues) in JPEG format (up to 8 MB total per email) to classes@DamianosPhotography.com by Monday, November 26 with the subject line “KeefeBB_HW1_YourLastName” (or bring them in to class in a separate folder on a thumb drive or your camera’s flash card).