Introduction to Large Format Photography

Explore a new (or rather historic) way of approaching your photography. When you learn to utilize a large format camera like a 4 x 5 you’re forced to slow down, observe and shoot sparingly. Artist and educator Daniel Gregory, will start with the basics like what exactly is a large format camera and why you should use one. He’ll demonstrate the art of using this workflow and give a guide that sets up up for success in the field.

You’ll learn:

• How to setup and care for the camera
• Camera movements
• Metering and exposure techniques
• How to pick the best shot when in the field
• How to add studio light to a portrait
• Color correction techniques using film and gels

Some of the most legendary photographs were shot using large format cameras. In this course, you’ll learn the art and technique that went into capturing those memorable photos so you can start to craft and create imagery on your own.

• What is a Large Format Camera?
• Large Format Camera Types
• Basic Camera Elements
• Large Format Lenses
• Mounting Lenses
• Metering
• Tripods
• Accessories
• Film Loading
• Setting Up and Using The Camera
• Camera Movements
• Camera Movements : Focusing
• Metering and Exposure
• Packing Up
• Large Format Shoot: Outdoors
• Shooting Indoors: Set Up
• Large Format Shoot: Indoors