Course Description: Photography 104: Advanced Field Techniques and Advanced Editing

Learn advanced outdoor photography techniques from professional photographer, Steve Giardini. Techniques covered include panorama, near-far focus bracketing (stacking), exposure bracketing, hyperlocal distance skills and associated editing techniques. This course is designed for photo enthusiasts who have a strong understanding of essential camera operations and exposure management concepts such as aperture, shutter speed, ISO, the exposure triangle and histogram. The course includes two in-field practical sessions. Students must arrange their own transportation to the field sessions.

Course Details: (seats remaining)

Schedule:

Every week on Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, starting on 06/02/26 and ending on 06/16/26 (excluding 06/07/26, 06/13/26)

Times:

05:00pm-07:30pm PDT

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Price:

Class Price : $325.00

Additional Course Information

Required Camera and Computer Equipment: Students must have a digital camera. Cell phone cameras are not permitted. A camera with a detachable lens is highly recommended. The camera must have a rechargeable battery and a memory card. A tripod is necessary.Students must possess an Adobe Lightroom software subscription or be willing to sign up for a free 7-day trial.

Instructors

Name

Additional Resources

Steve Giardini

Biography: Steve J. Giardini is a Bend-based professional outdoor photographer with over a decade of experience. Steve is an artist, educator, speaker, and photo workshop instructor. In addition to photography, his is resume includes 25+ years of community college teaching experience on a variety of subjects. Steve's photographs have been published in local, national and international magazines, and prints of his photos are on display in homes, businesses and art galleries around Oregon. You can view Steve's portfolio at https://stevegiardini.com

Facility Detail

COCC Chandler Lab

CHLAB 207

1027 NW Trenton Ave

Bend, OR 97703

Cancellation Policy

Students must cancel by contacting our office via phone: (541) 383-7270 or email: ceinfo@cocc.edu. Cancellations received 5 days prior to the start of the class will receive a full refund. Full refunds are also issued for classes cancelled by COCC. Refunds will be issued back to your card or in the form of a check and mailed within two weeks of the cancellation date if paid by check or cash. Failure to participate in a course or program does not result in a refund. Exceptions to the general refund policy are noted in the course descriptions on our website and in the printed schedule. If you have any questions, please call us at (541) 383-7270.