Perfect for anyone looking to sharpen their technical skills as a photographer and learn how to develop their eye creatively. Lens Language is an 8-week course designed for beginning or intermediate photographers looking to strengthen their technical skills, whether shooting film or digital. Students will gain confidence with the core building blocks of photography: aperture, shutter speed, ISO, composition and lighting. They will learn how to use those tools intentionally to create mood, tell stories, and develop a recognizable visual style. Through hands-on lessons, creative assignments, and guided practice, students will leave with a stronger understanding of their camera, greater creative confidence, and the ability to make intentional photographic choices rather than relying on guesswork. Students will leave with an understanding of how to take photos using manual mode on their cameras and how to approach each scene with intention and use the technical skills they've learned to accomplish their goals. Students will provide their own camera with manual controls, memory card for digital or film if using film camera, laptop or tablet for editing