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SHORT COURSESOPEN LECTURESPUBLIC EVENTSFOR EVERYONE Winter 2014

Public courses at The University of Western Australia

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We are open 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday (except selected Public Holidays).

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3 creative pleasures writing :: publication :: drawing

6 fantastic photography the basics :: new techniques :: creative flair

10 [technology] digital skills iPad :: blogging :: photo editing

12 live well, feel better fit mind :: fit body :: fit wallet

16 online courses learn in your own time and place

Dr Linley LuttonUnderstanding planning:How cities impact on our wellbeingWhat makes a good city? This seminar series examines the

history of cities, the principles of good planning and how the

development of Perth and its suburbs affects our quality of life.

4 talk series starts 6.30pm Tuesday 8 July $59 CCHT001

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Exploring film camerasDevelop your retro image

Zen of drawingDrawing towards meditation

Understanding the mind–body connectionKnowledge to improve your health

Tara MossThe fictional woman (Author talk)

creative pleasures

WRITING PUBLICATION DRAWING

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INSPIRATIONGet your novel written with Natasha Lester Natasha Lester CCPW144

This six-week intensive course will motivate and encourage you to make significant progress on writing the first draft of your book. It combines an advanced level of instruction about plotting, structure and character development for novels and memoir, as well as writing exercises to help you get the words down. We workshop key sections of your book and develop a plan to continue writing after the course finishes. 15 hours of workshops $179Six sessions starting in August (see website for session times) UWA Claremont

Creating memorable fictional characters John Harman CCPW008

Fictional characters must possess sufficient strength of character to handle difficult dilemmas. In other words, they must be up to the demands of the plot. John Harman will show you how to create convincing characters, even those of the opposite gender. 7 hour workshop $1699:30am-4:30pm Saturday 17 MAY UWA Claremont

Nailing your novel – why writers abandon books Natasha Lester CCPW012

Draft, fix and finish your novel with confidence. Learn everything you need to know about starting, writing and finishing a novel. Join novelist Natasha Lester as she shares her secrets to writing an award-winning novel. Designed for those who have always wanted to write a novel but do not know where to begin, as well as those who have started writing a book, only to put it away because they have no idea where to go next. 12.5 hours of workshops $1696:30-9pm Wednesdays from 14 May (5 weeks) UWA Claremont

Turning your life into a story Natasha Lester CCPW003

Everyone’s life contains enough excitement, emotion and adventure to form the basis of a wonderful story. But how do you begin to write about your experiences, your past and your memories? This course will cover all forms of life-writing including memoir, family history, the personal essay and blogging. 12.5 hours of workshops $1796:30-9pm Thursdays from 17 JUL (5 weeks) UWA Claremont

Writing dramatic dialogue John Harman CCPW006

Dialogue should leap off the page! In novels, short stories, scripts and screenplays it must move the story forward, reveal character and provide essential exposition. Yet it must also be dramatic and believable. How to reconcile these apparently incompatible necessities is the subject of this dynamic and interactive workshop. 7 hour workshop $1699:30am-4:30pm Saturday 28 JUN UWA Claremont

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PERSPIRATION

DRAWING

Coming inSeptember,best-sell ingfiction author

An insider’s secrets to getting your book published Natasha Lester CCAR001Once you have finished writing a book, the inevitable question is: What next? Published author Natasha Lester will help you make the next move. She will take you through a ten-step process to getting your book published and will share with you all the secrets she’s learned from her daily dealings with publishers, agents and the Australian publishing industry. 7 hour workshop $1599:30am-4:30pm Saturday 26 JUL UWA Claremont

Drawing for non-drawers Karen Frankel CCND003Overcome your fear of putting your mark on paper by learning some basic drawing techniques in a fun and relaxed environment. Learn how to see through an artist’s eyes, and then put these new skills into practice. Discover how to draw creatively even if you think you cannot. Materials are included. 6 hour workshop $15910am-4pm Sunday 13 JUL UWA Claremont

How to edit and assess your manuscript – getting from first draft to finishing your book John Harman CCPW143Even though you have finished the first draft of your manuscript, you are still nearer the beginning of writing your book than the end. So what happens in this murky hinterland between first draft and sending a manuscript to a publisher or agent? John Harman’s fast-paced and interactive workshop will take you through how to edit your drafts and self-assess your manuscript. 7 hour workshop $1699:30am-4:30pm Saturday 2 AUG UWA Claremont

Zen of drawing Debi Riley CCND004Quirky. Fun. Imaginative. The non-traditional approach in this unique workshop will free your creative side for a more relaxed art experience. Emphasis will be on relaxation through the drawing process, learning tools and techniques to guide you on that pathway. You’ll create images using pastels, conté, charcoal, pen and inks on exquisite bamboo, silk and cotton papers. Materials and light morning tea provided. No prior experience needed. 6 hour workshop $18910am-4pm Saturday 26 JUL UWA Claremont

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fantastic photography THE BASICS NEW TECHNIQUES CREATIVE FLAIR

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Better photography – the basics Bob Litchfield CCNP027Grasp the basics of photography in a weekend. Learn how a digital camera works, the jargon, and some simple foolproof tips. Bring along your failed photos and find out what went wrong. Practical information that every photographer needs to know will be offered. You will gain the confidence to switch the camera off auto mode and start creating your own images. A DSLR camera is recommended for the practical session. 14 hours of workshops $2259am Sat. 24 MAY, 2pm Sun. 25 MAY, 6:30pm Wed. 28 MAY UWA Claremont

Learn DSLR in a day Karen Castle and Karin Calvert CCNP029Get started with your DSLR camera with professional photographers Karen Castle and Karin Calvert. Karen will explain the basics – aperture, shutter speed, ISO and exposure – and Karin will show you how to use natural light and camera flash techniques tocreate great portraits. In this full-day course there will be time to put into practice your new skills, with the instructors there to guide you. Lunch at the University Club café is included. 8 hour workshop $2249am-5pm Saturday 7 JUN UWA Crawley

Practical photography B E G I N N E R S Dale Neill CCNP303Digital cameras have more controls and features than film cameras and yet most often they are not used to full effect. Gain the confidence to operate your camera and its features to produce better photographs of people, places or things. It is surprising how much of a difference a little instruction makes. 7 hours of workshops $19910am-3pm Saturday 5 JUL, 7-9pm Monday 7 JUL UWA Claremont10am-3pm Sunday 17 AUG, 7-9pm Thursday 21 AUG UWA Claremont

Practical photography I N T E R M E D I A T E Dale Neill CCNP304Designed for those who know the basic functions and features of their digital camera and wish to learn more (or have completed the Beginners course). Topics include aperture priority, shutter speed priority, portrait modes, landscape modes, exposure compensation, eliminating shutter lag, manual white balance and macro. Note that your camera must have manual settings such as P, A, S, M. 7 hours of workshops $19910am-3pm Sunday 6 JUL, 7-9pm Tuesday 8 JUL UWA Claremont10am-3pm Saturday 16 AUG, 7-9pm Tuesday 19 AUG UWA Claremont

Photographing faces Dale Neill CCNP014A fun and practical course for digital photographers to enhance your portrait skills. Learn how to capture your family, children, pets and loved ones using available light and natural poses. Tips are provided for digital enhancement, plus how to best archive your digital images and preserve them for future generations. 11 hours of workshops $2259am-5pm Sunday 10 AUG, 6-9pm Thursday 14 AUG UWA Claremont

THE BASICS

FRIENDS & FAMILY

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Better photography – animal and wildlife photography Bob Litchfield CCNP017Learn the techniques, tips and traps for photographing animals with your digital camera, then don your safari suits for a fun morning of photographic challenges at Caversham Wildlife Park! Your results will be evaluated and discussed within the group during a follow-up evening. Fee includes entry to the park – stay for a picnic lunch or leisurely stroll on the Sunday afternoon. A DSLR camera is preferable to a compact camera for this course. 13.5 hours of workshops $22510am Sat. 9 AUG, 8:30am Sun. 10 AUG, 6:30pm Wed. 13 AUG UWA Claremont

Better photography – composition Bob Litchfield CCNP028Composition is one of the most challenging yet rewarding aspects of photography. Mastering its principles can mean really big improvements to your photographs. This course will be particularly beneficial to beginners wishing to develop their expertise with digital cameras, but will also help more experienced photographers refine their skills. Linear and diagonal perspectives, the rule of thirds, and the placement of colour as well as other compositional elements will be covered. 14 hours of workshops $2259am Sat. 14 JUN, 2pm Sun. 15 JUN, 6:30pm Wed. 18 JUN UWA Claremont

Better photography – playing with light Bob Litchfield CCNP001Improve your knowledge of light and exposure to achieve the correct exposure for different light conditions, and discover how to experiment with exposures, settings, filters and different lenses to make the most of existing light opportunities. Forget about being a safe photographer and join a group prepared to experiment, with the aim of creating photographs full of atmosphere and impact. This course is best suited to those with a DSLR camera and associated lenses. Theoretical and practical sessions will be followed by an evening to review the results. 14 hours of workshops $2259am-4pm Sat. 12 JUL, 2-6pm Sun. 13 JUL, 6:30-9:30pm Wed. 16 JUL UWA Claremont

Successful landscape photography Nick Melidonis CCNP007This informative and inspirational course will cover tips for shooting iconic landscape subjects; seeing and composing the landscape; equipment and field techniques; and finishing of the images. Master Photographer Nick Melidonis is a triple AIPP Australian Landscape Photographer of the Year. The course will include sessions covering theory, practice and review. 13.5 hours of workshops $2259:30am Sat. 19 JUL, 12:30pm Sun. 20 JUL, 6:30pm Tue. 22 JUL UWA Claremont

NEW TECHNIQUES

Lightroom & PhotoshopWorkflow management and simple editing for your images. PAGE 11

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Exploring film cameras Dale Neill CCNP306Rediscover the magical world of film, negatives and prints. In this interactive workshop Master Photographer Dale Neill takes you back to the future and covers films, loading, manual controls, tips for processing, handling and archiving, all with theory and guided practice sessions. Learn how shooting with film improves your understanding of photography and get a critique of your prints. 6 hours of workshops $1799am-1pm Saturday 9 AUG, 7-9pm Tuesday 26 AUG UWA Claremont

Creative expertise for photographers Nick Melidonis CCNP301If you understand the basics of photography but wish to explore the art of seeing, then this course is for you. Learn to develop your visual literacy, overcoming visual biases to be able to see beyond what is there. Awaken your creative potential and introduce the wow factor into your photography. Suitable for DSLR cameras only. 14 hours of workshops $2259:30am Sat. 28 JUN, 12:30pm Sun. 29 JUN, 6:30pm Tue. 1 JUL UWA Claremont

Creative flash techniques for DSLRs Dale Neill CCNP299Does the flash unit for your DSLR create confusion and frustration? Don’t worry, mastering on-camera flash can be a challenge even for professional photographers. In this practical ‘how to’ workshop Dale Neill will guide you through the principles, strengths, limitations and endless creative possibilities of flash. 7 hour workshop $1699:30am-4:30pm Sunday 31 AUG UWA Claremont

On the move! Travel portraits and street photography Dale Neill CCNP302Whether you have a compact camera or the latest DSLR, you can achieve stunning images. Photographers take most of their pictures ‘on the move’ – travelling around town, overseas or in the outback. This workshop covers travel genres of landscape, people, urban and wildlife and provides ideas, tips and practical techniques for dealing effectively with travel and street photography. Includes a theory session, a practical shoot on location plus a review and critique session. 10 hours of workshops $22510am-3pm Sat. 21 JUN, 2-5pm Sun. 22 JUN, 7-9pm Tue. 24 JUN UWA Claremont

Wildflower photography for Spring Bob Litchfield CCNP018You do not need to be an expert to produce high impact wildflower photography. Book early for this Spring course which will introduce you to the theory and practice of macro photography. You will learn how to construct a quick and simple light/wind tent, the use of macro equipment and the different means of magnifying a small object in the field or at home. Practice sessions will be held in Kings Park and Botanic Garden. 10 hours of workshops $1999am-4pm Saturday 13 SEP, 6:30-9:30pm Wednesday 17 SEP UWA Claremont

BACK TO BEGINNINGS

CREATIVE FLAIR

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[technology]digital skills ONLINE LIFE PHOTOSHOP & LIGHTROOM

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[technology]digital skills

PHOTOSHOP & LIGHTROOM

ONLINE LIFE

A practical guide to Lightroom 5 Nick Melidonis CCTC024Lightroom 5 is one of the most intuitive programs for photographers to import their images, set up a workflow (no more lost images!) and complete powerful global and local enhancements. This seminar will release the power of this amazing program and reveal the workflow used by professionals. This comprehensive seminar has been presented nationally by Master Photographer Nick Melidonis. 7 hour seminar $2959:30am-4:30pm Saturday 12 JUL UWA Claremont

A practical guide to Photoshop Elements 11 Nick Melidonis CCTC025Adobe Photoshop Elements is probably the most popular entry-level software for enhancing and editing images. This seminar will provide a practical guide to the essential Photoshop Elements skills enabling you to correct problems, create, catalogue, enhance and manage your photographs and digital files. Learn from one of Australia’s most awarded photographers. 7 hour seminar $2959:30am-4:30pm Sunday 13 JUL UWA Claremont

Becoming a blogger for fun and profit Amanda Kendle CCTC010Whether you’ve read a few blogs or never heard of one, this course will get you blogging. Find out how to write and manage a blog, what to include, consider who your audience is, and how you can even make money from blogging. Participants will have the opportunity to start their own blog. 8 hour workshop $1959am-5pm Saturday 21 JUN CCGS, Claremont

How to use Scrivener to write your book Natasha Lester CCPW145Learn how to use Scrivener, the software program for writers. In this hands-on course using iMacs, author Natasha Lester will show you how to use the power of Scrivener to make the planning, writing, plotting and editing of your book quicker and easier than you dreamed it could be. Discover how Scrivener creates order from chaos by collating and organising ideas, notes, scenes, research, chapters and drafts in one place. 6 hour workshop $19010am-4pm Saturday 21 JUN CCGS, Claremont

Making the most of your iPad and its apps Alejandro Tearney CCTC013The Apple iPad has changed how we think of computing. There are thousands of different apps for the iPad covering photography, books, calendar and productivity applications, news and magazines, videos, music and more. Alejandro Tearney will chart your way through the vast array of apps to help you find the best of the best and how to make the most of this amazing device. 5 hour workshop $1699am-2pm Saturday 2 AUG CCGS, Claremont

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live wellfeel better NUTRITION

FINANCIAL HEALTH

PEACE OF MIND

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live wellfeel better

FINANCIAL HEALTHSelf-managed superannuation – taking control for better results Rachael Green CCHG006The focus of this course will be on how to get the best out of your super, including the benefits of self-managed super, how to get started, reducing the risk of compliance breaches, strategies for creating wealth and saving tax. No products will be promoted. 6 hours of seminars $696:30-8:30pm Tuesdays from 20 MAY (3 weeks) UWA Claremont

NUTRITIONNutrition for a long life – food myths and food labels Glenn Cardwell CCLN007Dietitian Glenn Cardwell questions the common wisdom on food and nutrition. Discover why in many cases this common wisdom is out-of-date, wrong and sometimes, even dangerous. If you have trouble interpreting food labels, you are not alone. In this course, you will get the tips to help you when next in the supermarket. The information is easy to understand, practical and useful, making you a better-informed consumer. 4 hour seminar $899am-1pm Saturday 2 AUG UWA Claremont

Nutrition for a long life – perfect diets and superfoods Glenn Cardwell CCLN006Nutrition misinformation abounds, much of it contradictory. In this course dietitian Glenn Cardwell will help you sift the fibs from the truth about healthy eating. Get the facts, based on up-to-date research. Expect to be surprised, but also expect to get practical and useful information on nutrition that could very well extend your life and delay disease. 4 hour seminar $899am-1pm Saturday 12 JUL UWA Claremont

Nutrition for sports performance Glenn Cardwell CCLN002The concept of eating to fuel your body for a sporting event can be a bit daunting. What and when to eat before training? What’s the best food for recovery? Should I take a sports drink? How do supplements like caffeine and creatine improve performance? Learn about nutrition and fluid for your sport from accredited sports dietician Glenn Cardwell. 6 hours of workshops $1096:30-9:30pm Tuesdays from 10 JUN (2 weeks) UWA Claremont

Healthy cities, healthy lifeUnderstanding Planning lecture series with Dr Linley Lutton. PAGE 2

How does city design affect you?

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Understanding the mind–body connection for better health Barbara Shiel and Merci Kusel CCRV002Stress, anxiety, mental health and eating disorders have become major illnesses of the 21st century. Learn the science behind the mind–body connection and discover why an overactive stress response can have many negative impacts on our physical and emotional health. A better understanding and awareness of the stress response can enable you to take more control of your life, feel calmer and healthier. 3 hour workshop $8910am-1pm Saturday 12 JUL UWA Claremont

PEACE OF MIND

Brain change – the science of positive and enduring change Jenny Brockis CCHS002Why do we resist change so much? Neuroscience is enhancing our understanding of why we find change so hard and how we can overcome resistance. Discover how using our social intelligence can lead to increased synergy, better communication and better relationships. This workshop is designed to show you how to broaden your perspective, create more insight and communicate more effectively. 3 hour workshop $899am-12noon Saturday 2 AUG UWA Claremont

Future-proof your brain – devise your own brain fitness program Jenny Brockis CCRC004Just as physical health improves wellbeing, being brain fit helps you learn effectively, remember more and maintain clear thinking when under pressure. This workshop will enable you to develop your own brain fitness program based on healthy nutrition, mental challenge, stress management and physical exercise. Includes six weeks’ online follow-up to help you embed your new healthy brain habits. 3 hour workshop $899am-12noon Saturday 26 JUL UWA Claremont

Mindfulness 101 Eric Harrison CCBF405Mindfulness is both a Buddhist practice and a psychological therapy. In this workshop Eric Harrison from the Perth Meditation Centre will map out this territory, place it in the context of modern brain science and help you make it your own. He will illustrate the concepts of ‘paying attention’ and ‘being in the present’ through awareness techniques that can be done repeatedly throughout any day. 6 hour workshop $1499am-3pm Sunday 25 MAY UWA Claremont9am-3pm Sunday 3 AUG UWA Claremont

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IMMEDIATEIf you’re too busy to attend classes, our online courses are designed for you, with all the convenience of online access.

INDIVIDUALOnline study fits into your schedule, and most courses can be completed in six weeks. All you have to do is log into your online classroom from home or work at a time that’s convenient for you.

INTERACTIVEOur online courses are offered in conjunction with the world’s leading online learning provider Education To Go. All ed2go courses include expert instructors and offer a wide range of highly interactive courses.

INSPIRINGThe course range is huge and includes just about everything you can think of studying online. Take a look – you’re sure to find something just for you.

see what’s on offer at ed2go.com/uwaext

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::ONLINE COURSES

Go to ed2go.com/uwaext and browse the courses. You can choose a category and browse or search by keyword. See extension.uwa.edu.au/page/63 for help.

When you’ve found the course for you, click on Learn More and then on each of the headings to view the syllabus, the instructor’s biography, any requirements for the course or reviews from people who have taken the course.

After selecting your course click on Enrol Now and follow the instructions.

WHERE DO I START?

BUSINESSBusiness Communication• Business marketing writing

• Effective business writing

• Fundamentals of technical writing

• Interpersonal communication

• Introduction to LinkedIn career networking

• Keys to effective communication

• Using social media in business

General Business Skills• Administrative assistant fundamentals

• Computer skills for the workplace

• Introduction to Crystal Reports

• Introduction to statistics

• Keyboarding

Management & Leadership• Creating a successful business plan

• Fundamentals of supervision and management 1

• Fundamentals of supervision and management 2

• Marketing your own business on the internet

• Mastery of business fundamentals

• Six Sigma: total quality applications

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENTChildren, Parents and Family• Enhancing language development in

childhood

• Guiding kids on the internet

• Understanding adolescents

Job Search• 12 steps to a successful job search

• Individual excellence: secrets of career success

• Resume writing workshop

Personal Enrichment• Achieving success with difficult people

• Everyday math

• Get assertive!

• Get funny!

• Goodbye to shy

• Introduction to algebra

• Leadership

• Learn to buy and sell on eBay

• Listen to your heart, and success will follow

• Merrill speed reading

• Skills for making great decisions

• Start your own small business

• Wow, what a great event!

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TECHNOLOGY• Achieving top search engine positions

• Introduction to PC troubleshooting

• Navigating the internet

Computer Programming• Creating mobile apps with HTML5

• How to get started in gamedevelopment

• Introduction to programming

• Intermediate C# programming

• Intermediate Java programming

• Introduction to C# programming

• Introduction to C++ programming

• Introduction to Visual Basic

• Introduction to JavaScript

• Introduction to Linux

• Introduction to Perl programming

Database Management• Introduction to database development

• Introduction to SQL

Networking & Communication• Introduction to networking

• Wireless networking

Security• Advanced PC security

• Introduction to PC security

MEDICAL & HEALTHCARE• Human anatomy and physiology

• Introduction to natural health andhealing

• Lose weight and keep it off

• Luscious, low-fat, lightning-quick meals

WRITING & PUBLISHINGBusiness Writing

• Business marketing writing

• Effective business writing

• Fundamentals of technical writing

Creative Writing

• A writer’s guide to descriptive settings

• Advanced fiction writing

• Forensic science: a writer’s guide

• Introduction to journalling

• Mystery writing

• Pleasures of poetry

• Research methods for writers

• The craft of magazine writing

• Travel writing

• Write fiction like a pro

• Write your life story

• Writeriffic 1 – creativity training for

writers

• Writeriffic 2 – advanced creativity

training for writers

• Writing essentials

• Writing for children

• Writing young adult fiction

Publishing

• Beginner’s guide to getting published

• Introduction to internet writing markets

• Publish and sell your e-books

• Web 2.0: Blogs, Wikis & Podcasts

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LANGUAGES & ARTS• Beginning conversational French

• Conversational Japanese

• Drawing for non-drawers

• Drawing for the absolute beginner

• Instant Italian

• Music made easy

• Speed Spanish 1

• Speed Spanish 2

• Speed Spanish 3

• Start your own arts and crafts business

COMPUTER APPLICATIONSAdobe

• Introduction to Dreamweaver

• Intermediate Dreamweaver

• Introduction to Flash

• Intermediate Flash

• Introduction to InDesign

• Intermediate InDesign

• Introduction to Final Cut Pro

• Introduction to Illustrator

• Introduction to Photoshop

• Introduction to Lightroom 4

• Photoshop Elements for the digitalphotographer 1

• Photoshop Elements for the digitalphotographer 2

• Introduction to Adobe Edge Animate

Microsoft• Introduction to Access

• Intermediate Access

• Introduction to Excel

• Intermediate Excel

• Advanced Excel

• Introduction to Outlook

• Introduction to PowerPoint

• Introduction to Project

• Introduction to Publisher

• Introduction to Windows 7

• Introduction to Windows 8

• Introduction to Word

• Intermediate Word

• Advanced Word

DESIGN & COMPOSITIONDigital Photography

• Discover digital photography

• Introduction to WordPress websites

• Creating WordPress websites II

• Mastering your digital SLR camera

• Photographing nature with your DSLR

• Photographing people with your DSLR

• Secrets of better photography

• Travel photography for the digital

photographer

Web Design

• Advanced web pages

• Creating web pages

• Designing effective web sites

• Discover digital photography

• Introduction to CSS and XHTML

• Web 2.0 – Blogs, Wikis & Podcasts

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Cricos Code 00126G UWAEWIPR140300

Start date Day Title of course or event Page

14 May Wednesday Nailing your novel – why writers abandon books 4

17 May Saturday Creating memorable fictional characters 4

20 May Tuesday Self-managed Superannuation – taking control for better results 13

24 May Saturday Better photography – the basics 7

25 May Sunday Mindfulness 101 14

7 June Saturday Learn DSLR in a day 7

10 June Tuesday Nutrition for sports performance 13

14 June Saturday Better photography – composition 8

21 June Saturday Becoming a blogger for fun and profit 11

21 June Saturday On the move! Travel portraits and street photography 9

21 June Saturday How to use Scrivener to write your book 11

28 June Saturday Creative expertise for photographers 9

28 June Saturday Writing dramatic dialogue 4

5 July Saturday Practical photography (beginners) 7

6 July Sunday Practical photography (intermediate) 7

8 July Tuesday Understanding planning – how cities impact on our wellbeing 2

12 July Saturday A practical guide to Lightroom 5 11

12 July Saturday Better photography – playing with light 8

12 July Saturday Nutrition for a long life – perfect diets and superfoods 13

12 July Saturday Understanding the mind–body connection for better health 14

13 July Sunday A practical guide to Photoshop Elements 11 11

13 July Sunday Drawing for non-drawers 5

17 July Thursday Turning your life into a story 4

19 July Saturday Successful landscape photography 8

26 July Saturday An insider's secrets to getting your book published 5

26 July Saturday Future-proof your brain – devise your own brain fitness program 14

26 July Saturday Zen of drawing 5

2 August Saturday Brain change – the science of positive and enduring change 14

2 August Saturday How to edit and assess your manuscript 5

2 August Saturday Making the most of your iPad and its apps 11

2 August Saturday Nutrition for a long life – food myths and food labels 13

3 August Sunday Mindfulness 101 14

9 August Saturday Better photography – animal and wildlife photography 8

9 August Saturday Exploring film cameras 9

10 August Sunday Photographing faces 7

13 August Wed/Thu* Get your novel written with Natasha Lester *See web for detials 4

16 August Saturday Practical photography (intermediate) 7

17 August Sunday Practical photography (beginners) 7

31 August Sunday Creative flash techniques for DSLRs 9

New classes are added all the time. Visit extension.uwa.edu.au to see the latest. *See website for details.

Model.Author.Mother.Feminist.

tara moss the fictional woman

6.30pm Tuesday 10th June 2014 The Octagon Theatre, Crawley ticketswa.com

changing the old fictions, one woman at a time

Brought to you with the support of University Hall, UWA

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