1. Photography Class - Fall 2013
With Dick Cummings
The following are Dick’s “personal” suggestions
Tips from Dick
1. Never use canned “blast” air on a camera !!
2. When changing lens, hold camera upside down so dust won’t settle on the
lens.
3. Always carry a glasses cleansing cloth with you. Start in the center of the
lens and work in a circle moving out to the edge. Never use moisture on lens.
4. Invest in a tripod for your camera. Smart Phone tripods are available at
www.PhotoJoJo.com.
5. Invest in a light meter for your camera. Apps are available for Smart
Phones.
6. Other apps available for Smart Phones are Hipstamatic, Pro HDR, Snapseed,
Camera+....check out these apps on the web.
7. Get a UV filter to protect your lens. Much cheaper to replace a scratched
filter than replacing a lens. Also use a lens hood on your camera at all times.
It keeps out extraneous light.
8. Best light for outside photo is a cloudy day.
9. Buy a cable release or remote shutter release for your camera.
Book Suggestions
Digital Exposure Handbook. Ross Hoddinott
Light Science and Magic: An Introduction to Photographic Lighting. Fil Hunter
Photography. Barbara London, John Upton, Jim Stone
A photography book by Lee Frost
The Americans. Robert Frank
Get a “how to handbook” for your camera in addition to your instruction book
Check these places Amazon.com, AbeBook.com, Half Price Books, Clearing Houses

2. Magazines
Digital Photo – includes a CD
Practical Photography
Black & White Photography
Shutterbug Magazine
Where to Buy Stuff
B & H Photo, Video and Pro Audio in New York
Adorama
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/
http://www.adorama.com/
KEH Camera
Picture Frames
http://www.keh.com/
www.pictureframes.com
Silverprint Photographic Supplies
http://www.silverprint.co.uk/
Cleaning & Repairs
Professional Camera Repair – 4410 Richmond 713-621-3627
http://professionalcamerarepair.com/
Houston Camera Exchange - 5900 Richmond 713-789-6901
http://www.hcehouston.com/
Schools in Houston
Glassel School – Museum Fine Arts Houston
www.mfah.org/visit/glassell-school/
Glasscock School of Continuing Studies – Rice University
http://gscs.rice.edu/Studio_Art_Photography.aspx

3. Class 2 discussion focused on the “Exposure Triangle.” For a recap of the
discussion, check out this link http://digital-photography-school.com/learningexposure-in-digital-photography .
Depth of Field is another important concept to understand in photography. Dick
suggests that you review the information at this link.
http://www.lightstalking.com/depth-of-field-simplified
Understanding White Balance is necessary to make sure photo colors appear as
they should. Read this article to understand color temperature. You want your
colors to look natural - not bluish or too yellow.
http://digital-photography-school.com/introduction-to-white-balance
Dick recommends this website for photographers of all levels –
www.cambridgeincolour.com
Dick’s email address if you have questions –
osmscarn@sbcglobal.net