Farmington Public Schools

In this hands-on photography class, participants will learn how to improve and transform their smartphone photographs with the photo editing app Snapseed (free for both iPhone and Android smartphones). The instructor will introduce its basic tools and show how simple adjustments can dramatically enhance a photo. Tools to be covered will include those for improving lighting by adjusting shadows and highlights, removing unwanted items in the frame, refining color and saturation, and experimenting with a variety of attention-grabbing filters. The goal is to give the photographs a more polished and artistic look.

During the class, participants will practice editing their own photos directly on their smartphones. The instructor will guide them step-by-step through the editing process and offer tips on how to make thoughtful adjustments without over-editing an image. Students will have the opportunity to experiment with the various Snapseed tools and discover how editing can bring out details, mood, and visual impact in their photographs.

No prior editing experience is necessary—just bring your charged smartphone, charger, and a few photos you’d like to improve.

A detailed handout will be distributed on arrival. It contains lots of information and will greatly simplify understanding what's being taught in class. You'll also find it quite useful for review at home.

YOU MUST DOWNLOAD AND INSTALL SNAPSEED ONTO YOUR SMARTPHONE PRIOR TO TAKING THIS CLASS. THE APP CAN BE FOUND AT YOUR APP STORE.