Class type: 2 days a week online 1 hr eachΒ
Days:Β Saturday - Sunday (10:30 am - 11:30 am )
Course Content:
π’ Module 1: π§ Technical Basics
Goal: Build a solid foundation of camera operations and exposure understanding.
1. Camera Types Explained
DSLR, Mirrorless, Point-and-Shoot, Smartphone cameras
Sensor sizes and image quality implications
2. Exposure Triangle Deep Dive
ISO: sensitivity and noise control
Shutter Speed: motion freeze/blurring
Aperture: light control and depth of field
3. White Balance & Color Temperature
Kelvin scale basics
Custom WB settings for accurate colors
4. Shooting Modes
Auto, P, A/Av, S/Tv, M
When and why to use each
5. Lens Fundamentals
Prime vs zoom
Focal length explained: wide, standard, telephoto
π Module 2: π¨ Composition & Framing
Goal: Learn to see like a photographer.
1. Core Composition Rules
Rule of thirds
Leading lines, curves
Patterns and symmetry
2. Artistic Principles
Balance and tension
Using negative space
Framing elements
3. Perspective & Angles
Eye level, low, high, overhead
Subject distortion vs dramatization
π‘ Module 3: π Lighting Fundamentals
Goal: Master the art of reading and using light.
1. Natural vs Artificial Light
Quality, direction, color
2. Light Direction Basics
Front, side, back, top lighting
Shadows and contrast
3. Time-of-Day Considerations
Golden hour, blue hour, midday
4. Modifiers for Beginners
Reflectors: silver, gold, white
Diffusers: basics and DIY hacks
π£ Module 4: πΌ Image Fundamentals
Goal: Understand image quality, ethics, and editing foundations.
1. File Formats
RAW vs JPEG: when and why
2. Basic Editing Workflow
Importing, organizing, selecting best shots
3. Post-Processing 101
Cropping, exposure, clarity, white balance
4. Photography Ethics
Copyright, plagiarism, editing honesty
π΅ Module 5: π Creative Expression
Goal: Start using photography as a tool for emotional and narrative expression.
1. Storytelling with Images
Emotive shots, human connection
2. Color Theory in Photography
Warm vs cool, complementary contrasts
3. Visual Metaphors & Style
Minimalism, surrealism, cinematic references
π€ Module 6: π‘ Controlled Lighting Techniques
Goal: Begin mastering flash and artificial setups.
1. Flash Basics
On-camera vs off-camera flash
2. Light Modifiers
Softboxes, umbrellas, beauty dishes
3. Continuous Lighting
LED panels, ambient light balancing
4. Creative Layering
Key light, fill, hair/rim, background light
π Module 7: π Advanced Composition
Goal: Move beyond the basics to cinematic and complex compositions.
1. Creative Compositions
Frame within frame, tilt, layering, reflection
2. Motion Techniques
Intentional blur, panning, long exposure
3. Spatial Tension & Isolation
Depth of field, foreground-background play
π΄ Module 8: βοΈ Technical Growth
Goal: Gain confidence in full manual control and intermediate tools.
1. Dynamic Range & Histograms
Reading and correcting exposures
2. Manual Mode Mastery
Balancing ISO/SS/Aperture intentionally
3. Advanced Gear Use
ND filters, polarizers, tripods
Remote triggers and intervalometers
π’ Module 9: π Editing & Color Grading
Goal: Learn a full post-processing workflow.
1. Lightroom
Full editing process, presets, masking
2. Photoshop Basics
Layers, masks, clone, healing brush
3. Color Grading Essentials
HSL, curves, tone matching
Genre-specific color moods
π΅ Module 10: π― Conceptualization & Storytelling
Goal: Plan intentional shoots with purpose and vision.
1. Previsualization
Sketching, moodboards, shot lists
2. Creative Briefs
Interpreting client needs, building narratives
3. Visual Language
Symbols, sequences, juxtaposition
4. Directing Talent
Posing, expression, creating comfort on set
π΄ Module 11: π¬ Genre-Specific Techniques
Goal: Learn technical and creative demands of different photography genres.
1. Fashion & Lifestyle
Studio vs natural light, styling, team coordination
2. Portraiture
Lighting types, expression coaching, retouching tips
3. Events & Documentary
Anticipation, context shots, candids
4. Product Photography
Light tents, surface play, texture highlighting
β« Module 12: π§ Advanced Lighting Control
Goal: Elevate light control for creative effects and professional polish.
1. Multi-Light Techniques
Key-fill-rim-background balance
2. Gels & Colors
Mood creation, color gels, theatrical looks
3. Specialty Setups
Butterfly, clamshell, loop lighting
4. Environment Blending
Mixing ambient and strobe cleanly
π£ Module 13: π§° High-End Editing Workflows
Goal: Build industry-standard retouching skills.
1. Photoshop Pro Techniques
Frequency separation
Dodge & burn sculpting
2. Skin Retouching
Pore-level edits, color tone correction
3. Batch Workflows
Automations, presets, smart objects
π€ Module 14: π Professional Practices
Goal: Build a career or freelance business around photography.
1. Portfolio Development
Curation, style cohesion, online platforms
2. Pricing & Contracts
Licensing, deliverables, usage rights
3. Team Collaboration
Stylists, makeup artists, creative directors
4. Branding & Marketing
Social media presence
Pitching, client acquisition, storytelling