Dive into the world of professional photography with our intensive one-year course designed to equip you with the technical skills, artistic vision, and practical experience needed to excel in the field. The curriculum is carefully structured into three trimesters, each focusing on different aspects of photography.

Photography Course

Section 1: Foundations of Photography

History of Photography: Explore the evolution of photography from its origins to the present day.
Understanding the Camera: Technical aspects of camera operations and settings.
Natural Light and Quality: Techniques for harnessing and modifying natural light.
Flash Photography: Using portable and continuous light sources effectively.
Light Modifiers and Gear: Introduction to various light modifiers and essential gear.
Composition: Detailed exploration of photographic composition techniques.

Section 2: Diverse Photography Styles

Types of Lighting: Study specific lighting styles such as Rembrandt and butterfly lighting.
Portraiture: Techniques and approaches for capturing compelling portraits.
Fashion Photography: Basics of shooting for fashion, including working with models and clothing.
Advertisement Photography: Creating engaging images for advertising with a focus on people.
Photojournalism: Essentials of storytelling through photography in journalistic contexts.
Location Portrait: Techniques for shooting portraits in diverse locations.
Fine Art Photography: Exploring the creative aspects of photography as an art form.
Travel and Nature Photography: Capturing landscapes and nature with a photographic eye.

Section 3: Specialized Photography Fields

Architecture and Interior Photography: Techniques for shooting buildings and interior spaces.
Industrial Photography: Capturing images in industrial settings.
Still Life Photography: Basics of composing and capturing still life images.
Post-Production: Advanced Photoshop skills for a digital darkroom.

Section 4: Professional Development

Portfolio Building: Hands-on sessions to build a professional portfolio.
Annual Exhibition: Preparation and execution of a photography exhibition.

Section 5: Advanced Techniques

Advanced Portrait Photography: Developing further skills in portrait photography.
Advanced Fashion and Glamour: Delving deeper into the fashion industry’s photography needs.
Advanced Interior and Architecture Photography: Enhanced techniques for interior and architectural shots.
Aerial and Drone Photography: Introduction to drone-operated photography.
Ultraviolet Photography: Techniques for shooting with ultraviolet light.
Pinhole Photography: Exploring the creative possibilities of pinhole photography.

Section 6: Technical Mastery

Medium Format Camera: Understanding and using medium format cameras.
Food and Beverages Photography: Specializing in the culinary photography niche.
Advanced Still Life Photography: Advanced techniques for tabletop photography.
Astrophotography: Capturing the night sky and celestial bodies.
Advanced Post-Production: Mastering complex editing techniques.

Section 7: Creative and Commercial Applications

Automobile and Large Production: Photography for large-scale productions, particularly automobiles.
Advanced Design and Typography: Integrating photographic content with graphic design and typography.
Advanced Visual Storytelling: Techniques for crafting compelling visual narratives.
Developing a Unique Style and Communication: Personal branding and communication in the photography business.

Section 8: Capstone Projects

Project: A semester-long individual project focusing on a student-selected area of photography.
Developing a Professional Portfolio: Refinement and finalization of a professional portfolio.
Annual Exhibition: Displaying work in a professional setting, showcasing students’ best work.

This course outline is designed to equip students with the technical skills, artistic insight, and professional capabilities to thrive in various photography fields.