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Classes This Week

Welcome to Digital Darkroom Chicago. We’re excited at the prospect of helping you learn more about your camera and your digital darkroom. Our full class list is available at here. Call us to sign up or ask about our customized one-on-one classes: (312) 733-5599

Which Is Right For You?

Digital Darkroom Chicago has two groups of classes, carefully structured to help you become an accomplished photographer in a short amount of time. But don't fixate on the dates: we are happy to customize a course schedule suited to your needs. Unlike other schools, we don’t expect you to drain your calendar or your pocketbook. Most of our sessions are two hours long and there is ample opportunity to practice what you’ve learned.
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You Are The Photographer

Do you enjoy taking pictures without the automatic flash? Do people always ask you to photograph weddings or senior pictures? Are you the “photographer” of your group? Or do you just enjoy the mechanics of producing fine pictures? If you answered yes to any of the above questions, you owe it to yourself to take the seminars and workshops at Digital Darkroom Chicago. Take advantage of our special introductory prices today. Classes are filling fast, so call right now!
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How To Use Digital Darkroom Chicago

Taking advantage of our classes is quick and easy.

If you are a photographer, you may find our All-About: Photography series to be just what you need to learn all the facets of taking pictures, from camera functions to working with professional models or casual family members.

If you are unsatisfied with the way your pictures look when printed or displayed on the screen, our Digital Darkroom series will teach you the ins-and-outs of full photographic developing. If you have experience working in the traditional darkroom, we make your transition to digital much easier.

We welcome all skill levels and platforms (Mac or PC, Nikon or Canon and more). Call today to sign up. All major credit cards are accepted. Online registration coming soon!

Photoshop Beginners I: Introduction

You opened up Photoshop then just as quickly closed it again. Dozens of tools, menus, and terms you’ve never even heard before. Where do I begin? With this class.
Photoshop is an admittedly complex program and we simplify it for you. Now is your chance to get an in-depth introduction to the workspace. Learn how to set up all your files and navigate through your photograph.
Also covered: layers, adding text to a photograph, and organizing your library of photographs.

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January 19
7pm – 9pm
Tuesday

Sign up today! Seating is limited to 10 students. Laptops are highly recommended. Call (312) 733-5599 or email audrey@digitaldarkroomchicago.com.
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Photoshop Beginners II

I’ve gotten the shot, now what do I do? You develop it in your darkroom of course. Turn off the lights, folks, we’ve arrived. Learn how layers and selections make a good shot great. Learn how retouchers and compositors use these basic techniques to create photographic works of art.
Also covered: Introduction to Computer Color

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January 21
7pm – 9pm
Thursday

Sign up today! Seating is limited to 10 students. Laptops are highly recommended. Call (312) 733-5599 or email audrey@digitaldarkroomchicago.com.
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Photoshop Beginners III

The local 1-hour photo mat scalped your loved ones and did shocking things with the lighting of your daughter’s graduation. No more of this nonsense: Take control! Every photograph needs your artistic eye. This module introduces you to a range of necessary Photoshop corrective filters and starts you on the path to developing your own photos.
Also covered: Advanced Selections, Intro to Color Enhancement.

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January 23
Saturday

Sign up today! Seating is limited to 10 students. Laptops are highly recommended. Call (312) 733-5599 or email audrey@digitaldarkroomchicago.com.
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Photoshop Beginners IV

Where is the groom’s jaw line? What happened to little Lisa’s nose? His eyes are closed again? Tragedy! Right? Wrong. The Dodge and burn tools and the Magical Rubber Clone Stamp Tool are all we need to make the groom more manly, the girl less homely, and give the dry-eyed subject a couple more irises. This is your chance to amaze them with your wizardry.

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January 26
7pm – 9pm
Tuesday

Sign up today! Seating is limited to 10 students. Laptops are highly recommended. Call (312) 733-5599 or email audrey@digitaldarkroomchicago.com.
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Learning The Point ‘N Shoot Camera

Every time you buy a new camera, they change everything on you. We get you started right every time. The basic point-and-shoot camera is a complex little tool and no two are ever built the same way. This two-hour seminar will introduce you to the important settings, helping you get the shot every time. Exposure compensation, contextual presets, special flash functions, and camera-specific features are all covered.

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January 18
7pm – 9pm
Monday

Sign up today! Seating is limited to 10 students. Laptops are highly recommended. Call (312) 733-5599 or email audrey@digitaldarkroomchicago.com.
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Introduction To Digital SLRs

You’ve seen the “M” setting, but were hesitant to lose the shot. Hesitate no more after tonight! The Digital SLR gives the photographer full control over his pictures — and it’s easier than you think. Learn about major functions such as aperture (the “dreaded” f-stop), shutter speed, and ISO settings. Bring your camera, lenses, and manuals. All brands are welcome. Prepare to stay late.
Also covered: the menus, introduction to presets, and resolution.

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January 20
7pm – 9pm
Wednesday

Sign up today! Seating is limited to 10 students. Laptops are highly recommended. Call (312) 733-5599 or email audrey@digitaldarkroomchicago.com.
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Table-Top Photography

You’ve got a camera and you’ve got a table, but now what? It’s time to capture the most important details of small product photography. Learn by doing: you’ll discover time-tested tricks of the trade and how to streamline your workflow to peak efficiency — which means greater profit. This workshop will cover a multitude of important lighting techniques. Bring a product of your choice.

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January 23
10am – 1pm
Saturday

Sign up today! Seating is limited to 10 students. Laptops are highly recommended. Call (312) 733-5599 or email audrey@digitaldarkroomchicago.com.
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ISO And Light Assessment

Getting the right exposure requires an understanding of three important camera settings: ISO is the wildcard of the three, and offers surprising creative possibilities.
Learn how to determine what ISO to use with what light Source and why. Point-and-Shoot and Digital SLRs are both welcome.
Also covered: film grain, noise, and light temperature.

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January 25
7pm – 9pm
Monday

Sign up today! Seating is limited to 10 students. Laptops are highly recommended. Call (312) 733-5599 or email audrey@digitaldarkroomchicago.com.
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Digital Darkroom Chicago provides customized and group training in the Chicagoland area. Located just west of the loop in Chicago's historic Fulton Market, students of all skill levels learn professional techniques for taking pictures and developing them in their digital darkroom. Call today (312) 733-5599
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