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PHOTOGRAPH: …POWER TO LAST FOREVER!

CERTIFICATE IN DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY

CERTIFICATE COURSE IN PHOTOGRAPHY

TURN YOUR PASSION FOR PHOTOGRAPHY INTO A PROFESSION.


As a photographer, you will need to master the technical basics of the camera and form an understanding of the kind of equipment you need. The Fundamentals of Digital Photography will also teach something even more important (and crucial for success) - how to bring your creative vision to fruition.

Taught by seasoned, the Fundamentals of Digital Photography places emphasis on quality visuals and experiential learning. In this course, you’ll learn:

  • How to bring together the elements of manual mode to create an evocative image: shutter speed, aperture, and image composition.
  • How to choose the right gear, and develop efficient workflow.
  • How to recognize and take advantage of beautiful natural light.

We will teach you to step back from your images and think critically about your motivations, process, and ultimate goals for your photography project. You’ll learn to analyse your vision and identify areas for growth. You will also explore the difference between the world seen by the human eye and the world seen by the camera sensor. By forming an awareness of the gap between the two, you will be able to use your equipment to its greatest potential.


Duration: 3 Months, Thrice Weekely

Course Outcome:

Taking your photography skills to another level

Our students use multiple techniques and tools to create unique images that tell a story.

We are a school with a first-class teaching method with very complete study plans and programs whose objective is to provide students with the necessary techniques, processes, tools and discipline for the development of their creativity.

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Program of Study

Module #1

01
Introduction
  • The Photographer
  • Evolution of Photography
  • De-Construction of an Image
  • The Visual Story
02
Camera Anatomy
  • The Digital Camera
  • Image Quality
  • Sensors & Resolutions
  • Understanding Aperture
  • Understanding Shutter
  • Understanding ISO
03
Camera Modes
  • Full Auto
  • Programmed (P)
  • Aperture Value (AV)
  • Shutter Value (TV)
  • Manual Modes (M)
04
Exposure Essentials
  • Analysing Exposure Values
  • Metering Modes
  • F-Stops
  • Under, over and Good Exposures Explained
  • Exposure Bracketing & Compensations
  • Analysing Image Histograms
  • Analysing Clipped Highlights
05
Lenses & Focal Lengths
  • Focal Lengths - Primes – Zooms – Specialty Lenses
  • Depth of Field Explained
  • Perspective and Lens Distortions
  • Camera Lens Filters Explained
  • Creative Uses of a UV, Polarizing, ND, GND Filters
06
Focusing Essentials
  • How Focusing Works
  • Auto and Manual Focusing
  • Focusing Modes - Single - Continious - Servo
  • Understanding Focusing Points
07
Let’s go to Work
  • Understanding Aperture Controls (Exposure, Space, Depth Analysis)
  • Understanding Shutter Controls (Movement in Art Analysis)
  • Understanding Lens Focal Lengths (Perspective Study)
  • Still Life Photography
  • Street Photography
  • Basic Photo Editing

Module #2

08
Visual Composition
  • Visual Storytelling
  • Elements of Art
  • Composition Elements – Design Guidelines
  • Visual Flow
  • Space, Depth and Movement
  • Framing
  • Background and Perspectives
09
Lighting Essentials
  • The Science of Light
  • Natural & Ambient Light
  • Light Character & Qualities
  • Values and Tones
  • White Balance & Colour Temp
10
IMAGE EDITING ESSENTIALS
  • Getting Started on the Essentials
  • Photoshop Interface Tour
  • Multiple file formats explored
  • Image Editing in Photoshop, Menus and Tools Explained, Understanding Options Bar
  • Working with Selections in Photoshop
  • Working with Layers, Layer Masks and Non-Destructive Layer Adjustments
  • Correcting and Enhancing Digital Photographs, Fixing Problem Images, Using Levels and Curves, Healing and Clone Stamp Tools, Fixing Colour, Working with Various Filters, Applying Sharpening Adjustments
  • Typography Tools
  • Preparing to Finishing in Photoshop
  • Assessments and Reviews
11
Let’s go to Work
  • Light & Composition Study (Outdoor & Indoor Sessions)
  • Still life Photography (Introduction to Studio Lighting Systems)
  • Portrait Photography (Understanding Controlling & Light Shaping Tools and Light Modifiers)
  • Creative Photography (Indoor & Outdoor Sessions)
  • Portrait Photography
  • Fashion Photography
  • Product Photography
12
General Assessment
  • Submitting Individual Project 1
  • Submitting Individual Project 2
  • Submitting Individual Project 3
  • Problems & Solutions (Based on Practical Outcomes)
13
Portfolio Assessment
  • Internal & External Portfolio Review & Assessments
  • Shortlisting for Exhibition
  • Photo Competitions
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