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Approaches to Studio Lighting 232, which is open for enrollment once every three years, has attracted many students from Cerritos College since the last time it was taught during spring of 2008, according to instructor Ed Heckerman.

He also explained that the class was once again available for this fall semester to Cerritos students who were interested in enrolling in the class.

Heckerman also added that Photography 232 is in session Monday and Wednesday 4 to 7 p.m. and is located in Fine Arts building 40.

The class attracted many students around Cerritos, from veterans to beginners, and Heckerman is glad that room capacity is full with 26 students enrolled since it started.

He also said that since he’s been teaching the class never received bad feedback from former students.

With high hopes this semester, instructor Heckerman said, “Students really like this class because they learn how to do a lot with a little and I expect this class to still continue.”

He added that during the course of the semester, they will examine a variety of approaches to studio lighting, including: copy stand work, photographing metal with a light tent and also learning special set-ups for glass, including emphasizing.

Heckerman explained that he would try to keep students motivated all this semester until it ends Dec. 7 and is also looking forward to raising the bar for his students.

One of the students taking Approaches to Studio Lighting is Janet Rivas, art photography major.

She explains that so far the class looks pretty great to her, and she is interested in learning more about studio lighting.

Rivas said, “I think this class is great, even though it only occurs every 3 years.

“He focuses on studio lighting and how it could be used in different ways.”

Rivas also added that the class is a good chance for a photographer to learn more about photography.

She said that Heckerman is a good instructor with expertise and is looking forward to getting the information from him to learn more about studio lighting.

Another student also enrolled is photography major Jessica Figueroa.

She explains that it’s her first time in Photography 232, adding “I am using this studio class to perfect my portrait shots.”

Figueroa also added that since being enrolled, she’s been learning a lot from the class.

“I am a cosmetologist and my main focus is being able to capture the true beauty in front of the lens.”

Raul Moreno, photography major, explains that he has been learning new techniques regarding about studio lighting.

“I learned challenging techniques and will recommend this class to other inspired photography students.”