THE MINI COURSE

This lesson is all about setting goals, committing to your creative process, managing your time, and getting familiar with the materials. It’s your first step toward building skills, staying inspired, and achieving whatever matters most to you. To wrap it up, there’s a Mini Project to help you put everything you’ve learned into practice and start working toward your goals.

In this lesson, we’ll cover why starting now is key, how to navigate social media struggles, and what we can learn from photographers on Instagram. Plus, we’ll brainstorm the perfect name to represent your work. There’s also a Mini Project to help you put these ideas into action and get started on opening the doors of opportunity to your photography.

So, what is a Film Journal? This lesson will explore how it helps you track your progress, organise roll and film notes, and make the most of cheat sheets. We’ll also dive into journal prompts to keep your creativity flowing. Plus, there’s a Mini Project to help you start using your journal to document your process and spark new ideas.

Time to dive into the different types of 35mm film, its history, and how to load your camera properly. Plus, we’ll go over a cheat sheet for getting your film developed and share some tips for potential discount developing! At the end, there’s a Mini Project to help you experiment with loading and developing film, putting your knowledge into practice.

Learn the reasons why a long-term film shooter loves shooting film. Ruby explains the romance in its materials, the intentional shooting process, and how it saves you time. We’ll also dive into the aesthetics, the community, and how film can be therapeutic while making people feel something special. There’s a Mini Project to help you reflect on these aspects and apply them to your own shooting practice.

In this lesson, we’ll explore how photography isn’t just about cameras. We’ll look at 35mm film cameras, including SLRs, point-and-shoots, and rangefinders, and help you figure out what kind of photographer you are. Plus, there’s a Mini Project to get you experimenting with these cameras and discovering your unique style.

Understanding your camera’s mode dial is key to taking control of your photography. In this lesson, we’ll explore the different modes—like Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, and Manual—and how they affect your shots. You'll also learn how to use each mode creatively to get the results you want. To help you put these modes into practice, there’s a Mini Project that will challenge you to experiment and master them in real-world settings.

We’ll explore the world of aperture—what it is, how it affects exposure and focus, and how you can control it. We’ll dive into f-stops, how to choose the right aperture for your shot, and share tips to help you master this essential aspect of photography. Plus, there’s a Mini Project to put everything into practice and experiment with different aperture settings in real-world scenarios.

Let’s break down film speed—ISO, ASA, and how they influence your shots. We’ll explore the difference between fast and slow film, how speed affects grain, and how to choose the right film for your needs. You’ll also learn how to adjust the film speed on your camera and what DX encoding means. Plus, there’s a Mini Project to put everything you’ve learned into practice, helping you experiment with different film speeds and settings.

Shutter speed controls how long your camera’s sensor is exposed to light, affecting both exposure and motion in your images. You’ll learn how to measure shutter speed, how it influences your shots, and how to choose the right one for the effect you want. Plus, there’s a Mini Project to help you put everything you’ve learned into practice and experiment with Shutter Speed in real-world settings.

Unlock the secret to mastering film stocks and learn how different film speeds affect color palettes, grain, and overall aesthetic. Choosing the right film is about shaping the mood and style of your images. In this lesson, I’ll teach you how film choice impacts your shots in ways that will elevate your work. With a Mini Project to put your skills into practice, you'll gain a deeper understanding of film and take your photography to new, exciting places.

What is your eye? It's your unique perspective—the way you see and interpret the world around you. In this lesson, we’ll explore how to approach photography from the heart, focusing on the emotions and instincts behind your shots. You’ll learn how to prioritize your eye first, connecting with your vision to capture images that reflect your inner perspective. With a Mini Project to put this into practice, you’ll develop a stronger connection with your eye and elevate your photography.