Overview Learn to harness the power of your phone to craft compelling stories through imagery. Our course dives straight into practical techniques, covering lighting, modes, focus, and framing – all the essentials for creating engaging photos. Led by experienced instructors, you’ll receive hands-on guidance to enhance your skills and confidence. From mastering the basics to refining your artistic eye, our curriculum is designed to equip you with the tools you need to capture captivating moments with your phone. Educator Biography Simone Leal is a native of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Her teaching career started in her teens, assisting her aunts. First graders taught her more than she could ever have imagined. She decided to never leave that space, where ideas are freely discussed. While pursuing her Ph.D., she taught Genetics to college students. In Tampa, she joined a very special body of educators: Museum educators. By learning to give tours about art history, movements and their main characteristics and artists, she learned how to teach Photography, and where its artistic value resides. Requirements A Cellphone Willingness to learn If you have any questions or would like more information regarding classes call the Museum at (813)221-2222 or email Membership@fmopa.org
The Florida Museum of Photographic Arts preserves and exhibits historic and contemporary works by important photographic artists.
