{"product_id":"fundamentals-101-foundations-of-photography-aug-22","title":"Fundamentals 101: Foundations of Photography (Aug 22)","description":"\u003cp\u003eReady to move beyond Auto mode and finally understand what all those buttons, dials, and settings actually \u003cem\u003edo\u003c\/em\u003e? Fundamentals 101 is the perfect starting point for anyone new to photography, or anyone who wants to build real confidence behind the camera who has depended primarily on AUTO mode.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis beginner-focused class is designed to demystify your camera and introduce you to the core concepts of exposure, focus, light, and composition—without overwhelming jargon. 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