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Module 01 · Foundation · 3 Weeks
The EXP=SDQC Exposure Method
ISO · Aperture · Shutter — the sacred trinity
Taught live at Salt Media Studios · 501 Walnut St, Frederick, CO
Professional studio environment. Full commercial lighting. Real gear.
— Overview
<p>Before you can create, you must understand the physics of capture. This foundational module deconstructs the relationship between ISO, aperture, and shutter speed — the three forces that govern every photograph ever taken. You will learn to see light as a measurable quantity, to predict exposure before lifting the camera, and to make deliberate technical choices that serve your creative vision rather than fight against it.</p>
— What You Will Learn
- <p>The reciprocal relationship between ISO, aperture, and shutter Reading light with and without a meter The stop system explained Practical exercises in controlled exposure shifts Common exposure failures and how to diagnose them</p>
— Lessons (4)