7 Illustration courses in Leatherhead

ABOUT THIS TRAINING COURSE This 5 full-day course will focus on geological fundamentals: how different basin types differ in subsidence mechanisms, basin cycles, heat flow through time, depositional systems, structural styles and their type of petroleum systems. This will allow participants to make realistic interpretations in new areas; interpretations that are consistent with the specific basin type and to be expected depositional systems and structural styles. In addition, through simple paper-based exercises, the course will provide background and understanding of how some of the typical PBE products are made: creaming curves, Field-size plots and Yet-to-find. Finally, the essentials of commercial assessments will be covered. Training Objectives * To provide participants with a sound understanding how, and under which conditions different basin types develop, and what the impact of their development is on the typical petroleum systems of these different basin types. * To teach evaluation techniques that assist in the regional understanding and illustration of sedimentary basins and their development. While some of these techniques can be done using computers, in the course these will be done 'by hand' for maximum understanding. Target Audience This course is designed in the first place for geoscientists working in exploration and their direct supervisors. The course is also very instructive for specialist staff working closely with exploration staff such as (bio)stratigraphers, geochemists, basin modelers, structural geologists, geophysicists, reservoir engineers and petrophysicists. Course Level * Intermediate Training Methods Each topic is introduced by a lecture, and leaning is re-enforced by practical exercises (on paper). There is ample time for discussions of general issues and any specific questions participants may have. For several exercises participants will be invited to do exercises on a basin of their choice, which will make the course more impactful for the participants. Participants will be provided with the following pre-read material: * Concepts of Conventional Petroleum Systems. De Jager, J. (2020). Invited contribution for Regional Geology and Tectonics Volume 1: Global Concepts, Techniques and Methodology (eds: Adam, J., Chiarelly, D. & Scarselli, N. * Play-Based Exploration of the petroleum potential of the Tremp-Graus, Ainsa and eastern Jaca Sub-basins in the southern De Jager, J & van Winden, M. (2020). invited contribution for Digital Learning - Multi-scale analysis of depositional systems and their subsurface workflows (eds: Grötsch, J. & Pöppelreiter, M.), EAGE. Trainer Your expert course leader has a PhD in Geology from the University of Utrecht. He worked for 31 years (1979 -2010) with Shell as an exploration geologist in a variety of functions across the globe. As Principle Technical Expert, he was responsible for ensuring that Risk & Volume assessments were carried out consistently and correctly in all of Shell's exploration units. In this capacity, he led and participated in countless prospect review sessions and developed and conducted a successful in-house course on Risks & Volume assessment. As manager of the Exploration Excellence Team, he performed in depth analysis of basins and plays and provided advice on exploration opportunities to senior management. Together with his team, he visited most of Shell's exploration offices, working hands-on with Shell's local exploration teams to generate new play and prospect ideas and to suggest evaluation techniques and technologies to apply. In 2010, he was appointed as extraordinary professor Regional and Petroleum Geology at the VU university of Amsterdam and in 2012 also at the University of Utrecht. He was visiting professor at the University of Malaya (Malaysia). Through his own consultancy, as of 2010, he provides advice on exploration activities to several companies and is regularly invited to carry out technical reviews. Activities cover all continents and include Portfolio Reviews, Prospect assessment, Play-based Exploration, and Geothermal activities. He conducts courses on several topics including Risk & Volume Assessment, Prospect Maturation, Basin Analysis, Play-based Exploration, Trap & Seal Analysis, Petroleum Geology for Non-geologists. Some of his recent publications include: * De Jager, J. & van Winden, M. (2020): Play-Based Exploration of the petroleum potential of the Tremp-Graus, Aínsa and eastern Jaca Sub-basins in the southern Pyrenees. Invited contribution for Digital Geology, EAGE special publication (eds: Grötsch, J. & Pöppelreiter, M.) * De Jager, J. (2020). Concepts of Conventional Petroleum Systems. Invited contribution for Regional Geology and Tectonics Volume 1: Global Concepts, Techniques and Methodology (eds: Adam, J., Chiarelly, D. & Scarselli, N.) * De Jager, J. (2021): Handbook Risk & Volume Assessment. Self-published * De Jager, J., Van Ojik, K & Smit, R. (2023 - in preparation): Geological Development of The Netherlands. In: Geology of The Netherlands (eds: Ten Veen, J., Vis, G-J., De Jager, J. @ Wong, T.) POST TRAINING COACHING SUPPORT (OPTIONAL) To further optimise your learning experience from our courses, we also offer individualized 'One to One' coaching support for 2 hours post training. We can help improve your competence in your chosen area of interest, based on your learning needs and available hours. This is a great opportunity to improve your capability and confidence in a particular area of expertise. It will be delivered over a secure video conference call by one of our senior trainers. They will work with you to create a tailor-made coaching program that will help you achieve your goals faster. Request for further information post training support and fees applicable Accreditions And Affliations

OVERVIEW -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Graphic design is a crucial tool that makes sure that you communicate with your people in an efficient manner. Graphic designers are trained professionals who understand the technique to persuade, engage, and entertain audiences using various elements. This course covers all the modules with the objective to understand the key points of Graphic Designing. The course is framed in a way to cover the entire major and minor subjects in co-relation to art and design. It will highlight a wide range of working methods, practices and techniques. At the end of the course, you will learn various technical skills that will encourage you to investigate new approaches, combine existing techniques and also explore old techniques to generate innovative outputs. 

PHOTOGRAPHY IS A WAY OF FEELING, OF TOUCHING, OF LOVING. ... IT REMEMBERS LITTLE THINGS, LONG AFTER YOU HAVE FORGOTTEN EVERYTHING.  - AARON SISKING FOR THE KIND OF PHOTOS THAT ARE WORTHY OF THE MEMORIES  Because we just don't get do-overs with kids. There is no such thing as second-first steps.  Because all their little quirks, all the big and little moments that shape their lives and their childhoods are something that only YOU as parents see and appreciate fully.  And they are the thing that make them who they are. There is simply no outside photographer who can come in and capture those unique things because nobody knows your children like you do. PHOTOGRAPHY FOR PARENTS FUNDAMENTALS Our flagship 6 week Photography course designed to help you learn all the key photography skills that you will need to drastically improve your children's photos.  KEY COURSE INFO: * Course type: Instructor-led or self paced  * Course duration: 6 weeks * Course format: Online course with Interactive weekly live classes, personal photo feedback and support group WHAT YOU LEARN: Our hands-on online instructor-led approach helps guarantee that you will quickly learn the key camera and photographic storytelling skills while keeping the focus on photographing children.  From camera know-how, light and composition, specific recipes to help you capture typical situations and getting it all right on the fly - yeah, our kids don't sit still either LEARN WHAT'S INCLUDED IN EACH MODULE [https://photographyforparents.co.uk/photography-for-parents-fundamentals-4/#tve-jump-18cfe1045f8] * Key Camera skills * Working with natural   light * Capturing kids on the move * Photo composition * Portraits and details * Photo storytelling HERE IS HOW YOU LEARN WITH US:  If you have bought an online course before, then gave up half way through because ... life.. - well, we are a bit different.  This is A LOT more than a bunch of random tutorials. This is a proper, well designed, supported and paced course that genuinely delivers. HERE ARE THE INGREDIENTS THAT MAKE OUR COURSE DELIVER THE ONE WITH ALL THE MATERIALS: 5 core course modules,  introduced on a weekly basis, plus a bonus wraparound module ( more on that below) - courses accessible  online and in pdf version   THE ONE WITH ALL THE PEOPLE: You're not going through the course on your own - as part of the course you join an online peer support group, moderated daily by the instructor, where you connect, get help and go through this journey together with other parents like you. THE ONE WITH ALL THE ANSWERS: Every week we run an live online class which is where your instructor goes through the key parts of your course, answers live questions and demonstrates techniques and additional illustration photos. The Live classes are run in the evening ( after the kids are in bed) and are always recorded in case you couldn't join in live THE ONE THAT'S ALL ABOUT YOU: Every week comes with homework to help you practice the elements we introduce in the modules. You submit those images to your instructor on a weekly basis and receive thorough, photo-by-photo, video feedback from your instructor - so it's all about you and your progress, nobody else's THE ONE WITH THE BONUSES: A PDF workbook to help you go through the materials and practice the skills, handy cheat sheets formatted for your phone so you can whip them out on the go plus a Bonus wrap-up module with swipe files of photo ideas for children at different ages, handy checklists and more!  THE ONE AFTER IT'S OVER: We don't just leave you on your lonesome after the course is over - you get access to a=our Alumni group - a Photography for Parents Clique if you will - which is where we continue supporting you, answering your questions, encouraging you to take photos through weekly and monthly challenges and peer support https://photographyforparents.co.uk/photography-for-parents-fundamentals-4/#tve-jump-18a4ba2014c NEXT FUNDAMENTALS COURSE STARTS ON 15TH JANUARY 2024 * 5 core course modules * Support Facebook group * Weekly online Live class * Personal Feedback on your images * BONUS:  extra module with ideas bank for photographing children of all ages  * BONUS: PDF course workbook * BONUS: Printable and mobile friendly Pocket Guides HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL LEARN WITH US:  * How to finally, actually, properly use your camera - no more cryptic buttons and the 'oh no! what have I pressed now?!' panic. Life's too short to be intimidated by your camerant * The precise steps and 'recipes' to help you capture all sorts of different situations - whether your kids are indoors on a dark and dreary day or tearing through the park in the sun * How to see the world and your children through a photographers eyes and learn to compose your photographs on the fly so they truly reflect the beauty you see * How to get great photos CONSISTENTLY - I mean the spray and pray method is fine, but wouldn't it be nice to have confidence your images will turn out the way you want them?  * How to learn to notice and capture the little details, the big picture, the whole story of your children growing up. BEAUTIFULLY. "Absolutely, without a doubt, the best money I have ever spent on anything kid related. I so wish i had done these courses 6 years ago, just before my 1st was born. My photography has improved significantly and I'm just sad the course are over, I have loved everything about them!" Hannah Slater "THE MOST ENJOYABLE ONLINE COURSE I EVER DONE" -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I cannot recommend this course highly enough, and I am so grateful for Ania for creating this amazing course and community, teaching busy parents how to document their family storied beautifully! DALIA SEABORNE "I'M AMAZED AT HOW MUCH MY PHOTOGRAPHY HAS IMPROVED " -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I have learned so much and am amazed at how much my photography has improved - they are brilliant value for money considering the level of personal attention you receive! I've come away with a whole lot more technical knowledge as well as a heap of inspiration and ideas. LUCY GRIFFITH "THE MOST WONDERFUL ENTRY INTO THE INCREDIBLE PHOTOGRAPHY WORLD" -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I am seeing things that I have never noticed before, I am using the DSLR to capture precious moments with my family and am signed up to two further courses because the instructors, modules and supportive community are amazing and I think I might be addicted KIRSTY FINNIE PHOTOGRAPHY FOR PARENTS FUNDAMENTALS NEXT COURSE STARTS ON 15TH JAN 2024 ALL THE LEARNING RESOURCES, ALL THE COMMUNITY, ALL THE SUPPORT, ALL THE PERSONAL HELP. VIRTUALLY FAILPROOF * 5 core course modules  * Bonus Idea Bank module * PDF course workbook * Pocket reference guide  * Support group  * Weekly online live class * Personal Feedback on your images * Access to Photography For Parents Alumni community BUT WILL IT WORK FOR ME? - OUR GUARANTEE: GUARANTEE We know our course works. We have seen a few thousands of students go through our courses and really improve. BUT, if you find that after the first couple of modules that it just doesn't work for you, you haven't learnt anything new, it's the wrong level for you, you haven't improved, or you simply don't get on or engage with it - we will simply refund you in full. Simple as that! INSIDE THE MODULES - AKA WHAT DO YOU LEARN? MODULE 1: SEE WHAT YOUR CAMERA SEES Our first module is dedicated to breaking you our of the snapping habit and giving you a fresh perspective. We show you how your camera sees the world differently than what you might expect in three major ways - the optics. the focus and the light. MAJOR TAKEAWAYS: At the end of the module you will have gained full control of your focus - no more guessing game and kids turning out all blurry, you will also gain an insight of how to use your lens ( there is a skill to it) and how to let the light help make your subjects stand out. WHAT'S INCLUDED: * The importance of focus and what it does to our brain  * Taking control of your focus - the Where and HOW your camera focuses * Mastering focus formula - a process to help you determine what settings to use for each occasion * To zoom or not to zoom and how it changes what and how your camera sees * Learning how your camera sees the light and how to make it better, especially with tricky light * Learning how to shoot against the light - like a bright window and NOT end up with the person looking all dark MODULE 2: ON EXPOSURE AND ALL THINGS SHARP AND BLURRY In our second module we take you off the auto setting and dive deep into learning about exposure - i.e. making sure that your images are not too dark or bright or blurry. But not only that, we pay special attention to how to make some of the things in your image sharp and others blurry through the use of specific combinations of settings  MAJOR TAKEAWAYS: How to work your camera in priority ( semi-manual) modes, how to capture detail or portraits with a great separation of sharp and blurry to make these elements stand out.  WHAT'S INCLUDED: * Understanding the mechanics of your camera - how does a photo actually happen inside * Taking your camera firmly OFF the Auto settings - learning the key factors ( aperture, shutter speed and ISO) and how they interact with one another * How to capture portraits and those precious detail shots beautifully  * Switching to Aperture priority and controlling your aperture - the how and the why * Taking control of what in your image will be sharp and what will be blurry - hello full control over blurry backgrounds, blurry foregrounds and pin sharp subjects in between.  MODULE 3: CAPTURING MOVEMENT  One of my favourite modules, dedicated to helping you capture your kids in motion - whether they're wriggling babies, speedy crawlers,  wobbly toddlers or perpetual-motion-machines that most children are. We learn how to match your focus settings, your shutter settings and your composition to capture great movement photos.  MAJOR TAKEAWAYS: Learn how to capture your children on the move, SHARP but also how to use blur and speed to really showcase and highlight movement. Big AH-HA moments here!  WHAT'S INCLUDED: * Switching your camera to shutter priority and mastering MOVEMENT * Learning how to capture moving things SHARP - yes, that includes those fast movingbaby arms and legs * Learning how to capture moving things BLURRY - and why would you want to do it?  * Learning how to highlight action and energy and speed  in your images and how to help yourself with composition * Creative techniques like night time light trails or panning or creative blur  * How to use your focus settings on top of your shutter settings to help capture things sharp MODULE 4: SEE WHAT YOUR CAMERA SEES Although we introduce elements of photographic composition throughout the course, this is the module entirely dedicated to it. We look at composition not just as a set of arbitrary rules, but more as something that helps you express what you really see and feel. We look at photographic storytelling and helping your images get look more impactful and stronger MAJOR TAKEAWAYS: Good photographic composition principles to help you really show the magic you are seeing. At the end of this module you will say goodbye to boring flat photos and will instead start taking rich images with lots of depth and eye catching composition.  WHAT'S INCLUDED: * understanding how we 'read' photographs and how to compose so that the magic YOU see translates into what the others see when they pick up that photo * fundamental rules of photo composition - we started you off with the rule of thirds but there is MORE * Good crops, bad crops, crazy crops and everything in between * storytelling through your photographs - how to make your images mean something and show something real, beyond 'my child looks cute here' * getting creative and expressing yourself through photographs  * learning to go beyond your usual compositions and discovering different styles MODULE 5: PHOTOGRAPHIC COMPOSITION AND STORYTELLING Although we introduce elements of photographic composition throughout the course, this is the module entirely dedicated to it. We look at composition not just as a set of arbitrary rules, but more as something that helps you express what you really see and feel. We look at photographic storytelling and helping your images get look more impactful and stronger MAJOR TAKEAWAYS: Good photographic composition principles to help you really show the magic you are seeing. At the end of this module you will say goodbye to boring flat photos and will instead start taking rich images with lots of depth and eye catching composition.  WHAT'S INCLUDED: * Understanding how we 'read' photographs and how to compose so that the magic YOU see translates into what the others see when they pick up that photo * Fundamental rules of photo composition - we started you off with the rule of thirds but there is MORE * Good crops, bad crops, crazy crops and everything in between * Storytelling through your photographs - how to make your images mean something and show something real, beyond 'my child looks cute here' * Getting creative and expressing yourself through photographs   * Learning to go beyond your usual compositions and discovering different styles BONUS MODULE 6: IDEA BANK : PHOTOGRAPHING CHILDREN AT DIFFERENT AGES This last module is a bit different. We us it to give you lots of ideas for photos with children of different ages - from photographing milestones to capturing what's unique about them at a particular stage and really getting into their world to capture where they're at. The module is packed with ready to take ideas and will let you take all that you have learned in the first 5 modules and apply it in real life sitautions. We also help you think ahead to the next steps in your photography education - should you want to continue. 

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Do you use video as a tool to promote your charity, business, organisation or campaigns? And if you don’t, do you feel as if you ought to? Videos account for more than 80% of all consumer internet traffic. So the pressure to use video as a marketing and PR tool has increased enormously. But the cost can be prohibitive. Using a video production company [https://roughhousemedia.co.uk/rough-house-services/video-production-content-creation/], such as ours, might be ideal, but for many it is out of reach – particularly if, like many of our clients, you’re a charity. However, there is an alternative, which more and more organisations are choosing, especially those which need to produce regular digital content. That is to produce the video yourself. Nowadays, you do not even need to invest in a video camera. All you need is your smart phone, some simple equipment you can buy on Amazon for as little as £80, plus your laptop or PC. This is why we have developed a new smartphone video training course, Smart Video. OUR SMARTPHONE VIDEO TRAINING COURSE COVERS: * Equipment – including setting up your phone, microphones, tripods and editing programmes * Planning your video * Techniques to give your films broadcast-quality polish * Getting the perfect shot – including shot sizes, positioning the camera, framing, lighting, sound, sequences and backgrounds * Filming interviews * An introduction to editing * Producing videos for social media BESPOKE TRAINING The course can be tailored to the type of videos you need to make. If most of your videos will be interviews, we’ll focus on presenting your interviewee in the best possible light – literally. If, on the other hand, you need to film buildings, events or products, we’ll tailor the course accordingly. If your video needs a script, we’ll give you tips and techniques on how to “write to pictures”, so your messages comes across well. And on all our courses, we’ll give you a guide to the best equipment and apps to use to enhance your filming and editing. The smartphone video course will be led by Paul Curran [https://roughhousemedia.co.uk/rough-house-team/] who has many years experience producing, filming and editing films and videos, for the BBC and corporate clients.

Create your own unique textural mini-weaving, ready to hang on the wall. Learn open-weaving techniques - a hybrid of weaving and embroidery

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