Digital Imaging II
Digital Photography II & Photoshop Elements II

When: Spring 2005
Status: In Session

Semester of: Spring 2005
Location: NNMCC El Rito Campus, El Rito, New Mexico
Phone: 505- 581-4100
Fax: 505- 581-4130
Status: Registration Now
Classes Begin: Februrary 2nd 2005
Department: Visual Communications
Course Number: VC 240
Credits: 4 Credit Hours
Class Time: Wednesday 5:00 to 9:00
Where: El Rito Campus, Jaramillo Hall, Macintosh Lab

In this digital imaging class techniques of digital image capture including scanning and digital cameras will be covered. Students learn the basics of digital cameras and the peripherals required to use them. Digital photography exercises emphasize traditional 35 mm techniques such as aperture and shutter speed priority, white balance, bracketing, and flash techniques. Digital image editing and manipulation techniques such as: image correction, resolution, photo retouching, restoration, photo collage, printing considerations and methods, desktop and web based applications for photo manipulation and online sharing are explored.

Students will learn the basics of Adobe® Photoshop® Elements. Photoshop Elements graphic software offers unique features designed specifically for photographers, hobbyists, and business users who want an easy-to-use, yet powerful digital imaging solution. State-of-the-art image editing tools free you to explore your creativity while mastering the elements of digital imaging. Flexible image-capture options let you work with photos taken with digital or traditional cameras, and versatile delivery features enable you to prepare images for print, e-mail, or posting on the Web.

Students are encouraged to bring their own digital cameras with smart media, or compact Flash disk cards and readers.

Contact the Instructors.

Digital Photography & Photoshop Elements
When: Fall 2004
Status: Course Full

Semester of: Fall 2004
Location: NNMCC El Rito Campus, El Rito, New Mexico
Phone: 505- 581-4100
Fax: 505- 581-4130
Classes Begin: August 18th 2004
Department: Visual Communications
Course Number: VC 140
Credits: 4 Credit Hours
Class Time: Wednesday 5:00 to 9:30
Where: El Rito Campus, Jaramillo Hall, Macintosh Lab

In this digital photography class basic techniques of digital image capture including scanning and digital cameras will be covered. Students learn the basics of digital cameras and the peripherals required to use them. Digital photography exercises emphasize traditional 35 mm techniques such as aperture and shutter speed priority, white balance, bracketing, and flash techniques. Digital image editing and manipulation techniques such as: image correction, resolution, photo retouching, restoration, photo collage, printing considerations and methods, desktop and web based applications for photo manipulation and online sharing are explored.

Students will learn the basics of Adobe® Photoshop® Elements. Photoshop Elements graphic software offers unique features designed specifically for amateur photographers, hobbyists, and business users who want an easy-to-use, yet powerful digital imaging solution. State-of-the-art image editing tools free you to explore your creativity while mastering the elements of digital imaging. Flexible image-capture options let you work with photos taken with digital or traditional cameras, and versatile delivery features enable you to prepare images for print, e-mail, or posting on the Web.

Students are encouraged to bring their own digital cameras with smart media, or compact Flash disk cards and readers.

Contact the Instructors.

Digital Photography & Photoshop Elements
Status: Course Complete

Semester of: Fall 2002
Location: NNMCC El Rito Campus, El Rito, New Mexico
Phone: 505- 581-4100
Fax: 505- 581-4130
Status: Registration Tues.- Thurs., August 14-16
Classes Begin: August 19th 2002
Department: Visual Communications
Course Number: VC 140
Credits: 4 Credit Hours
Class Time: Wednesday 5:00 to 9:30
Where: El Rito Campus, Jaramillo Hall, Macintosh Lab

Introduction to Digital Photography. Basic Techniques of digital image caputre and manipulation, such as: image correction, resoution, photo retouching, restoration, printing considerations and techniques, web based applications for photo manipulation and online sharing and digital collage.

We will provide an overview of digital cameras, and basic digital photography techniques including use of web-based applications for photo editing and enhancement as well as distribution methods for sharing photo memories.

You will learn the basics of Adobe® Photoshop® Elements. Photoshop Elements graphic software offers unique features designed specifically for amateur photographers, hobbyists, and business users who want an easy-to-use, yet powerful digital imaging solution. State-of-the-art image editing tools free you to explore your creativity while mastering the elements of digital imaging. Flexible image-capture options let you work with photos taken with digital or traditional cameras, and versatile delivery features enable you to prepare images for print, e-mail, or posting on the Web.

Students are encouraged to bring their own digital cameras with smart media, or compact Flash disk cards and readers.

Contact the Instructors.

Digital Photography I & Web Photo Sharing

Week of: June 23 - 30, 2002
Location: Ghost Ranch, Abiquiu, New Mexico
Status: Course Complete

Course Description: Inspired by the majestic Ghost Ranch and Northern New Mexico landscape, join us for a week-long intensive digital photography and web photo sharing workshop. Extending your digital photo skills with web based photography applications and photo sharing online sites. Digital photography exercises will emphasize snapshot experimentation, use of web based applications for photo-graphic editing and enhancement as well as distribution methods for sharing photo memories.

Students focus on their digital photography skills while learning to create online photo albums and e-photo sharing cards. Students will learn the basics of digital cameras and the peripherals required to move photos from their camera to their computer to the online world of e-photo sharing.

Students are encouraged to bring their own digital cameras with smart media and compact flash disc cards and readers. Oh yea, bring your camera manual too!

Prerequisites: Basic web browser use, email use, computer navigation and mouse skills are required for admission.

Week of: April 7-13, 2002
Location: Ghost Ranch, Abiquiu, New Mexico
Status: Course Complete


Inspired by the majestic Ghost Ranch and northern New Mexico landscape, join us for a week-long intensive digital photography and Web photo sharing workshop.

We will provide an overview of digital cameras, and basic digital photography techniques including use of web-based applications for photo editing and enhancement as well as distribution methods for sharing photo memories.

You will learn how to e-mail digital photos, create online photo albums, e-photo sharing cards, wallpaper, gifts, and prints; build digital photo slide shows and embed photos on Web pages.

Students are encouraged to bring their own digital cameras with floppy, smart media, or compact Flash disk cards and readers.