Accessibility Statement
LightChaser Photography Academy is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for everyone. We are continually improving the user experience for all visitors, and applying the relevant accessibility standards. We strive to provide a website that is accessible to people with disabilities.
Our Commitment to Accessibility
LightChaser Photography Academy is committed to meeting the needs of individuals with disabilities. To achieve this, we are dedicated to conforming to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, level AA. These guidelines outline four main principles that state that websites should be:
- Perceivable: Information and user interface components must be presentable to users in ways they can perceive.
- Operable: User interface components and navigation must be operable.
- Understandable: Information and the operation of the user interface must be understandable.
- Robust: Content must be robust enough that it can be interpreted reliably by a wide variety of user agents, including assistive technologies.
We are constantly working to ensure our website adheres to these guidelines and provides a seamless experience for all users.
Accessibility Features
We have implemented the following features to enhance the accessibility of our website:
Keyboard Navigation
Our website is designed to be fully navigable using a keyboard. Users can navigate through all interactive elements, including links, buttons, and form fields, using the tab key. Clear focus indicators are provided to highlight the currently selected element.
Screen Reader Compatibility
We have optimized our website to be compatible with screen reader software. Semantic HTML markup is used to structure content, providing a clear and logical reading order. Alternative text is provided for all images to convey their content and purpose to screen reader users. ARIA attributes are used to enhance the accessibility of dynamic content and interactive components.
Alternative Text for Images
All images on our website have descriptive alternative text (alt attributes). This text provides a textual equivalent of the image, allowing screen reader users to understand the content and purpose of the image. For example:
<img src="images/landscape-photography.jpg" alt="A breathtaking landscape photograph featuring mountains and a vibrant sunset."><img src="images/portrait-photography.jpg" alt="A striking portrait of a young woman with natural light highlighting her features."><img src="images/instructor-image.jpg" alt="Portrait of Amelia Stone, Lead Photography Instructor.">
Color Contrast
We have carefully selected color combinations to ensure sufficient contrast between text and background. This helps users with low vision to easily read the content on our website. We regularly test our color contrast using accessibility tools to maintain compliance with WCAG guidelines.
Font Sizing
Users can adjust the text size on our website using their browser settings. Our website is designed to reflow content to accommodate different text sizes without losing functionality or readability.
Consistent Navigation
We have implemented a consistent navigation structure throughout our website, making it easy for users to find the information they need. The main navigation menu is located at the top of each page and provides access to all major sections of the website.
Forms
All forms on our website are designed to be accessible. We provide clear labels and instructions for each form field. Error messages are displayed in a clear and concise manner, helping users to correct any mistakes. We also use ARIA attributes to enhance the accessibility of form elements for screen reader users.
Video and Audio Content
We strive to provide captions and transcripts for all video and audio content on our website. This allows users who are deaf or hard of hearing to access the information presented in these media formats. We are continually working to improve the accessibility of our multimedia content.
Tables
Data tables are used sparingly and are marked up semantically to aid screen reader users. Each table has
a caption describing its purpose, and header cells (<th>) use the scope
attribute to define their relationship to the data cells.
| Course Name | Duration | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Photography Masterclass | 8 Weeks | $499 |
| Portrait Photography Essentials | 6 Weeks | $399 |
Ongoing Efforts
We are committed to ongoing accessibility improvements. We regularly review our website and conduct accessibility audits to identify and address any potential issues. We also train our staff on accessibility best practices to ensure that all content is created with accessibility in mind.
Feedback
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of our website. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:
LightChaser Photography Academy
Accessibility Team
12 Acacia Avenue
Melbourne, VIC 3000
Australia
Phone: (03) 9876 5432
Email: accessibility@lightchaseracademy.com.au
We will make every effort to respond to your feedback in a timely manner and address any accessibility issues as quickly as possible.
Third-Party Content
Our website may contain content from third-party providers. While we strive to ensure the accessibility of all content on our website, we cannot guarantee the accessibility of third-party content. We encourage users to contact the third-party provider directly if they encounter any accessibility issues.
Conformance Status
This website strives to conform to level AA of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1.
Date
This accessibility statement was last updated on October 26, 2023.