classes and online instruction

[TxTowman]

Didn't know where to post this. Do we need a new category?

Ran across this and wonder if it's legit, and if anyone tried it.

Learn Photography!!
Date: 2010-11-18, 1:46AM

Have you ever wanted to learn how to take beautiful pictures of your loved ones, but didn't know how to go about learning the proper techniques or have the money to take expensive classes? Well, here is your chance!

I am offering my photography program to all of Craigslist for the a great deal of ONLY $50! That's crazy!!

I am an award winning photographer and I have taught thousands of students across the globe how to achieve the photographic results they have always wanted. I have helped hundreds of people begin their own photography business. The lessons are easy and fun! I'm very laid back in my teaching style. It will be EASY for you to learn how to take beautiful pictures!

Here is what you will learn with my photography program:
Composition
Getting Close
The Rule of Thirds
The Golden Mean
Focus on the eyes
Plane of focus
Your level
Keep shooting
Cropping
Perspective
Room to Look
Frame in a frame
Natural light
The Golden Hours
Broad Light
Short Light
Rembrandt Light
Backlight
Light the eyes
Flash
Clothing
Groups
Phrases
Un-posing
Negative Space
Leading Lines
Camera Basics
Aperture
Shutter Speed
Film
ISO
Grain
Digital Noise
Lenses
Depth of Field
White Balance
Tripods
Metering
Post Processing

Any type of camera will work, however, a SLR or DSLR is best. This program can be taken in the comfort of your own home, in your spare time! It doesn't get much better than that.

For more information please visit Business Basics for Photographers - Start your business the right way. Make sure you mention Craigslist when signing up in order to get your photography lesson for the $50 price. This amazing price won't last forever, so get it while it lasts! In no time you can be taking AMAZING pictures of your loved ones! You won't be sorry!!











* it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests

Original URL: http://abilene.craigslist.org/lss/2066663596.html

[studiocygnet]

Um, first question: who is the award winning photographer teaching this? If that information is not included, I would start thinking that this person hasn't really won any awards, among other things.

[zerovision]

Yeah. I'm thinkin if they didn't include their name, etc. then there is a big red flag goin up. This sounds like someone who has made some Youtube videos of all the items listed and is trying to get started selling them.

I would be very cautious about sending money for something like this unless you can confirm that this is a legit business.

David Ziser has a book that will show, i'm pretty sure, everything on the list but relating to wedding photography. I don't have the book with me, but I think it was under $50.

[TxTowman]

I read at least 2 hours everyday. blogs, how to's, watch youtube instructions etc. most of the subjects are available free if you look for them.

I am learning a lot and getting better each day.

I just wish I had the cash to attend some workshops and seminars.

Sid

[andyz]

That site give you leads on three photographers. Did they collectively create an email class? I suppose I'd want a sample of what I'd get. Seems like it would be VERY basic. Also, without more review of their site I'd be hesitant to give my credit/debit card info to someone on Craigs List. I want some security.

[Tom]

David Ziser has a book that will show, i'm pretty sure, everything on the list but relating to wedding photography. I don't have the book with me, but I think it was under $50.

Captured By The Light

It is very good for photographers of multiple skill levels. DZ is a much more traditional photographer, and a lot of his techniques are obviously geared around that.

[TxTowman]

I bought "The Ansel Adams Photography Series 1" "The Camera".

it is quite interesting and has many of these topics.

[janikphoto]

My first thought is this: That ad is actually written well. Though it may or may not be a good idea to join their program, at least it isn't some barely legible CL ad that was conceived on the back of a cocktail napkin during a Greyhound bus ride across the dusty, western plains of Texas. That is one step closer to being legit than most of the CL ads out there...