Canon 40d courses

cartridge_gal · 20 Jun 2011

Hi there, I am completly new to photography and have just purchased a canon 40d. Does anybody know of any courses in and around the Worcestershire area? I am based near Evesham. Thank you

Craikeybaby · 20 Jun 2011

Have you tried your local college?

Although there are plenty of online tutorials and posting your images for critique on this forum is a great way to learn.

Iris · 20 Jun 2011

Jessops do Canon specific courses, I can't recommend as I haven't done one but they're listed on the website

Kalibr8 · 20 Jun 2011

Don't worry about a course read the manual section by section. There also some vids online if you look. Save the course fee and buy summat else! Ps I have a 40d if you're struggling

DemiLion · 20 Jun 2011

The best value training for the 40D that you can get at about £20:

http://bluecranedigital.com/Introduction-to-the-Canon-40D

Make sure that you get a UK source for the DVD though.

jon ryan · 20 Jun 2011

Local college is a good shout. Many of them offer an 8 or 10 week `introduction to digital photography` course or similar. Some will be running summer schools now we have reached that warm, dry time of the year...

bren-escape · 20 Jun 2011

I had a DVD, Magic Lantern, that I found good when I had a 40D. Might still have it somewhere.

justin44 · 20 Jun 2011

I had blue crane DVD for my 20d it was great, but you need to watch then try then watch then try.

DazJW · 20 Jun 2011

Do you want 40D specific instruction (in which case reading the manual should be your first step) or general photography instruction?

cartridge_gal · 20 Jun 2011

Thank you all for you comments etc. I am just completely new to photography full stop. I have read the 40d instructions but I find it very confusing and to be honest I am a much better tactile learner so thought I would pick it up more easily face to face. I think once I can understand the basics etc I will feel more confident.

Baden187 · 21 Jun 2011

Where are you based Anna? There maybe some members close by who you could buddy up with and get advise from. Also joining a local Camera Club maybe an option.

Explore the different options before going to the expense or commitment of a course. I understand where you are coming from, I learn more from watching and a face to face tutorial than thumbing the manual for 6 months.