Digital photography classes are available through Ridgefield Continuing Education. Beginning Photography (meets Mondays, May 5, 12 and 19 and June 2, 12:30 to 2:30 p.m., $86) is for people with a camera that allows some manual control over exposure (look for controls labeled (M), manual, aperture priority or shutter priority). For people who are comfortable with the basics, More Photography (meets Thursdays, May 8, 15, 22, and 29, 7 to 9 p.m., $86) focuses on creative lighting techniques (including using fill flash, reflectors, gobos, and scrims) as one of the primary tools of a good photographic image.
Making Better Photographs meets June 5, 12, 19, and 26 (7 to 9 p.m., $86). Photoshop Elements is also available.
Instructor Michael Serao holds a master’s degree in fine arts and has been employed in art and photography and teaching for more than 20 years. He teaches digital design at Western Connecticut State University. Registration is required. Visit ridgefieldschools.org or phone Peggy Bruno at 203-431-2812 for information.