UK (PRWEB) January 19, 2012 The UKs leading provider of online qualifications in Art & Design, the Interactive Design Institute, is launching an innovative, online photography course for students who may be considering undertaking a degree in photography but who want to master their digital camera first. The mystique that surrounds the digital SLR camera can be daunting says Michael Stewart, director at the Interactive Design Institute. At IDI we realise that many people are attracted to the idea of gaining a qualification in digital photography but are reluctant to commit to a full degree course without mastering the basics of their digital camera first. Consequently, IDIs new digital photography module – http://www.idesigni.co.uk/courses/new-courses/digital-photography has been specifically developed by the Institute for those who wish to gain knowledge of the subject without embarrassment; unfamiliar technical terms and what seem to be complex processes put off many potential photographers even before they pick up a camera. Understanding the equipment and having the knowledge and skills to maximise the use of a digital SLR are crucial skills but they need not be difficult to master. Photography can be fun and fulfilling and this course is the starting point for an enjoyable and rewarding experience continues Stewart. The course begins by covering the functions, settings and applications the student will be using before developing their skills through practical, step by step projects and activities. The Interactive Design Institute course provides their students with the knowledge to understand and use: Different shutter speeds and apertures Depth of Field A variety of ISO settings Pixels and resolution Exposure metering Multi point focussing systems Histograms JPEG & RAW file formats LCD software The course is organised as a clear, concise, step by step programme. Each and every stage is supported by a dedicated tutor who will provide advice, guidance and assistance in addition to detailed feedback and assessment. Additionally, if you wish to continue with your studies, successful completion of this course could count towards the first level of the Dip HE in Photography says Stewart, and if you do choose this progression route, you would be eligible for a discount off youre your fees for the first level of study. So whether you are a complete novice or youve had previous experience with analogue or basic digital cameras, you will benefit from this comprehensive, practical course. The digital photography course can be taken over one or two semesters and consists of 15 hours of teaching over 12 weeks if taken in a single semester or 7.5 hours of teaching over 24 weeks if taken in two semesters. This structure ensures that the student has enough time to devote to the real purpose of the course taking photographs. Michael Stewart, director of IDI continues, Our course has been especially written by professional photographers, industry practitioners and highly qualified academics for online delivery. Our course is specifically designed to provide our students with all the tools and skills they need to become competent photographers. The digital photography course is priced competitively at 800 for a comprehensive 12 weeks of study and the Institute offers a variety of payment plans for prospective students.IDI are currently enrolling students for their February 2012 intake and expect demand for places to be huge, particularly as places at on similar attendance based courses in the UK are limited. Fiona Crosbie, Director of Admissions at IDI concludes, We have received a significant number of enquiries for this course and early enrolments from students anxious to secure their place; students who see the advantages of studying online. They realise that online education is the flexible, affordable alternative to attending university or college and many choose to work and earn while they study with the Interactive Design Institute. Share and Enjoy:

St. Louis, MO (PRWEB) May 2, 2009 As part of its company-wide commitment to environmentally conscious business practices, Fry-Wagner will use Digital Current, a division of Geneva Roth Companies, to convert clients' documents to digital format. The partnership joins two major players in their respective industries. Fry-Wagner is celebrating a century in the moving and storage business and in that time has been both versatile and innovative. Digital Current utilizes technology and expertise to provide its clients with digital storage, conversion and litigation lifecycle consultation. Fry-Wagner provides hard copy storage for more than 100 legal, medical and insurance clients in Kansas City and St. Louis. In all, Eric Gephardt, Fry-Wagner Account Executive estimates that there are over 200,000 records boxes, each of which can hold 1,000 sheets of paper, potentially bringing the total number warehoused by Fry-Wagner to 200 million documents. While there will always be a need to maintain paper storage, Fry-Wagner also sees the need for digital document storage and making information available to its clients immediately. That's why the company approached Digital Current, the leader in digital document management. Fry-Wagner partners with vendors that value superior customer service, quality, and complete satisfaction for their customers, said Gephardt. He cited Digital Current President Leland Macon's willingness to travel from St. Louis to Kansas City for meetings and the staff's comfort with Macon as benefits that put Digital Current ahead of the competition. We can provide them with steps into litigation preparedness and make eDiscovery services, a crucial, time-saving process, available to their clients, said Leland Macon, president of Digital Current. This will allow Fry-Wagner and Digital Current to market itself as a fully integrated information management company offering physical storage and retrieval, imaging, and document destruction services, said Gephardt. Fry-Wagner will use Digital Current to digitize older documents on an as-needed basis, and move forward with digital storage for new documents and new customers. Digital documents will allow customers immediate access to their stored materials. It's seen as a cost-cutting measure for clients, since administrative staff will see little interruption in day-to-day business functions. Rather than going to a dusty storage space and going through reams and reams of paper, they will be able to access necessary information any time of the day. We're looking forward to this opportunity in our partnership with Fry-Wagner, said Macon. They've always been an excellent service provider. With our capabilities, they will be more competitive in the industry, provide more effective service for their customers, and continue their efforts to environmentally sound practices. Share and Enjoy:

Hi,
Last week, I went to Rome and when I came back, I noticed that all my photos that I had taken inside the Vatican Museums, Pantheon etc.. and everything I had taken at night time was of very poor quality. I had put SL Flash on for some of them, I had tried the night vision mode on my camera for some and everything but all the photos were not great. They are either really blurry, or look red/yellowey. My current digital camera is a Sony Cybershot 5.0megapixels.
In 3 weeks time, I’m going to Paris but I am looking into buying a better camera. I don’t need to take any professional photography, I just want a camera that is good at low light photography because I will be taking loads of photos at night (I know it’s impossible to get a great one because digital cameras aren’t designed like this etc.. but my current camera is reallllly bad!!)
I would really appreciate it if you could recommend some cameras to me and give me some links to websites where I can buy them. Please (if you can) could you give me some links to see your night time photography pics and give me the brand&model of your camera? I don’t have a budget limit – just gimme links and I’ll buy! The only request I have is that the camera must be over 10megapixels.
Thanks very very much!
One more thing! It must use rechargable batteries not AA ones.
And IF possible, HD video mode but it’s not very very necessary. Thanksss
Whereisbob – heyy, thanks for your advice. It seems like an awesome camera but i wasn’t really looking for a dslr one because it would be too much to carry etc.. just wanted a compact one for holiday photos. any good cameras around? once again, thanks to everyone for their help!
Can someone explain what ISO is and how it works pleasee? Thanksx

Leominster, MA (PRWEB) February 9, 2010 The recent movie making excitement in Massachusetts has started New Englanders thinking about translating their lives in slick Hollywood fashion. Wedding, corporate, nonprofit and music videos can all be approached in cinematic style. Video production companies, such as Massachusetts based McElroy Films, are now producing videos using techniques from the movie industry. The demand for better looking video is on the rise and Hollywood films are synonymous with a high quality look. Movie industry techniques can be found in most high-end video productions. Cinematic style wedding videos are so popular I now refer to them as wedding films to distinguish them from other wedding videos. explains Ben McElroy of McElroy Films. Recently we were approached by NIKE who specifically requested the use of the Canon 7D. The Canon 7D is a new High Definition Digital SLR camera. They wanted the cinematic look of this camera. Clients are starting to think differently about video. They want the look and quality of a Hollywood film but not all of them are clear about what elements they are looking for. I work with them to get them the look they want. McElroy explains the top elements to look for in a cinematic style video: Storytelling Cinematic films require pre-production, including research and scripting. Most use interviews, voice-over narration, or both. The video production company you hire should have a skilled producer to write a compelling script, create interview questions that bring out emotion and drama, and who is able to put interviewees at ease so they come across in the best way possible. Imagery The videographer must be familiar with film industry standards for subject placement and composition. The filming should not only be visually beautiful, but capture true emotions. It is the feeling the audience gets from watching a film that will compel them to take action or connect them to your story. High Definition Equipment Not all high-definition equipment is the same. To create a cinematic style video, HD cameras with 1920×1080 resolution need to be used. Most modern HD cameras shoot in progressive mode, which is essential for encoded video on the Internet. Lighting Lighting is an important element for cinematic videos. The right lighting creates the mood and depth seen in Hollywood films. Movie Industry Speed Hollywood uses a 24 frames per second (24p) frame rate. This eliminates the amateur home-movie look and will automatically give a professional cinematic feel. Glidecams and Dollies The use of Glidecams gives a smooth cinematic look. It allows the camera to stay steady even while the videographer is walking or running. A dolly allows a camera to move smoothly to and from a subject. Professional Audio Sound quality is essential to creating a cinematic video. Wireless microphones, booms and a good audio technician should be used on productions to create crisp, movie quality audio. Multiple Cameras Having multiple cameras allows the production company to have a variety of camera angles and perspectives to work with when editing a cinematic video. The final product will have a more interesting and realistic look. Music Good quality music from a music library is another important element in cinematic videos. Music helps to move the video along and sets the mood for different scenes. Cinematic Editing Techniques and Special Effects All movies have a movie trailer which shows exciting highlights of the full-length feature film. Video production companies can borrow this technique from Hollywood when editing your video. Popular techniques for cinematic videos are color correction, black and white and soft focus. About McElroy FilmsMcElroy Films LLC is a professional high definition video production company serving Massachusetts and New England. Specializing in corporate, educational, non-profit, wedding, independent filmmaking and music video production, McElroy Films provides a high quality product at a fraction of the cost. McElroy Films prides itself on its client-driven results and boutique-like service by affording each project the attention it deserves. Share and Enjoy:

Around thirty years ago I was heavily into photography and had a large amount of Olympus OM equipment and did my own processing.

Having come across a question in this section, I wondered if the current crop of high-end digital cameras have the same creative qualities as film cameras with regards to shutter and aperture settings?

Please don’t lambaste me as an idiot, this is a genuine question by someone who enjoyed his hobby and had work published, but let his interest lapse into obscurity!
Sorry, I suppose ‘qualities’ should read ‘abilities’.