This photography course introduces students to camera fundamentals, including manual shooting and techniques, through technical theory and hands-on demonstrations. Participants will also learn post-processing skills in Lightroom and Photoshop, focusing on photo enhancement and editing workflows.
In a practical workshop, students will set up scenes and lighting based on their interests, each having approximately two hours of shooting time. The course concludes with a critique session covering output techniques, paper selection, and French-style hand-framing, followed by a final sharing and Q&A.
Target Audience: social media creators, e-commerce photographers, photography enthusiasts, and artists.
this course is suitable for beginners, hobbyists, and those applying to undergraduate art programs.
Photography
Previous student work
Course Location & Schedule
2025.4.12 – 5.10
Saturdays 1 – 4 PM | 4C Gallery
First Class & Second Class
Lecture + Demo
Third Class
1v1 Workshop
Fourth Class
Lecture, Group Discussion & Workshop
Fifth Class
Cyanotype Workshop
About the Lecturer
Zengyi Zhao holds a Bachelor’s degree in Photography from the California College of the Arts and a Master’s degree in Art from the Art Center College of Design. He has worked at the Three Shadows Photography Art Centre in Beijing and Photography China Studio. His works have been exhibited in galleries such as Three Shadows, Hauser & Wirth, and LA Artcore. The exhibition locations include the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, and South Korea. His professional background encompasses both fine art and commercial photography. In the realm of fine art, Zengyi's work explores concepts such as time, authenticity, and consumerism, presenting a space that lies between existence and photographic illusion through image composition and manipulation. Through years of work experience and artistic practice, his commercial photography has expanded to include product photography, studio photography, and advanced image editing.
Registration & Fees
Registration and Payment Method:
Tuition for each course: $400
Zelle: info@4cgallery.com
Limited spots available (4-8 people); payment will be considered a successful registration.
Refund Policy
If you are not satisfied with the teaching content, you can apply for a full refund within 24 hours after the first class.
Missed Class Policy
Courses lasting no more than one month are considered short-term courses and do not have make-up weeks. Make-up classes need to be arranged in advance through communication and negotiation with the teacher on a one-on-one basis.