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02/02/2007 01:26:08 PM · #1 |
So here is the situation:
I am preparing to graduate with a pretty darn expensive degree in commercial photography. I have taken the program for several years now, and have learned SO much.
Now, I have someone that wants me to teach them photography, and this is something I would love to do (and it gives me a cheap assistant when I need one!) The problem is this: I am a lousy teacher, and have no idea where to start.
I jump in headfirst into probably stuff that is to complicated, and I move really fast. I am wondering if anyone here has any advice on where to start, and the best method to go about this!
Thanks for all of your help! |
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02/02/2007 01:33:18 PM · #2 |
When I mentor I let the 'student' ask questions; as their skill level increases, their questions increase in complexity. That way they learn at their own pace. I never formally "teach" anyone, because I suck at it too.
One thing to note though, remind your friend that there is no way you can take your years of education and pass that knowledge in a few easy lessons. It takes time to learn.
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02/02/2007 04:00:10 PM · #3 |
| thanks idnic. I have definately left that open ended, but it seems like she is desiring a more structured way to do things. She really is new to photography as a whole, and doesnt even know what to ask. Obviously I am going to start with basic terminology, but then I dont really know. I was thinking working with depth of field early on may be a good way to go. Anyone else have suggestions? |
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02/02/2007 04:15:23 PM · #4 |
Originally posted by amathiasphoto:
thanks idnic. I have definately left that open ended, but it seems like she is desiring a more structured way to do things. She really is new to photography as a whole, and doesnt even know what to ask. Obviously I am going to start with basic terminology, but then I dont really know. I was thinking working with depth of field early on may be a good way to go. Anyone else have suggestions? |
Teach exposure first. Composition second. Lighting third. Creative thinking fourth. (That includes DOF). Post processing fifth. Interaction with subjects sixth. Business management last. Then get the heck out of her way. :) |
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02/02/2007 05:26:40 PM · #5 |
Congrats on getting to this place!
I would make up simple lesson plan with basics and assignments. |
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02/02/2007 05:28:43 PM · #6 |
Originally posted by amathiasphoto:
So here is the situation:
I am preparing to graduate with a pretty darn expensive degree in commercial photography. I have taken the program for several years now, and have learned SO much.
Now, I have someone that wants me to teach them photography, and this is something I would love to do (and it gives me a cheap assistant when I need one!) The problem is this: I am a lousy teacher, and have no idea where to start.
I jump in headfirst into probably stuff that is to complicated, and I move really fast. I am wondering if anyone here has any advice on where to start, and the best method to go about this!
Thanks for all of your help! |
How did you learn ? What worked ? What didn't ? How could it have been better ? What did you wish you knew earlier ? Ask yourself those questions and start with the insight you gain from that and get the person to shoot a lot along the way.
Message edited by author 2007-02-02 17:29:15.
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02/02/2007 05:34:21 PM · #7 |
| why are you a lousy teacher? What happens when you try and teach people? |
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02/02/2007 05:45:35 PM · #8 |
Originally posted by Megatherian:
why are you a lousy teacher? What happens when you try and teach people? |
He probably starts to teach them history or something, that could be his problem. lol
Message edited by author 2007-02-02 17:45:56. |
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02/02/2007 07:06:44 PM · #9 |
| My wife is taking a basic photogrpahy class at a local college. Every night I ask what they did. I think it's a great example of how not to teach basic photography. They take a few pic, and then jump right into Mac PS to try to fix them. So very little instruction on basic of photography such as settings and what that does to DOF and focus. Problem is most are using cheap point and shoot where she is using my old Canon 20D. She really enjoys it but to me the first class should talk little about processing and more on the technical aspects of photography. My first class was back in the day of having to developing your our B&W in the photo lab. Sometimes I think computer technology has taken the place of good basic photography. |
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