Still Photography

• History of Photography
• Transition to Digital Technology

Practical Practice

• Compare photos shot on film cameras versus digital cameras.
• Recreate classic photography styles using modern techniques.

• Nature of Light
• Characteristics (intensity, direction, quality)
• Impact on photographs

Practical Practice

• Experiment with natural and artificial light to create various moods.
• Practice focusing techniques and learn how lenses affect perspective.

• Hands on with Sony, Canon, Nikon cameras
• Exploring Camera Menus and Settings

Practical Practice

• Explore all camera settings with manual, aperture priority, and shutter priority modes.
• Learn how to customize menus for quick access during shoots.

• Exposure Triangle
• Shutter Speed, Aperture, and ISO
• Creative control using exposure settings
• Depth of Field
• Creative applications in photography
• Factors affecting depth of field

Practical Practice

• Shoot in various lighting conditions to master exposure settings
• Use depth of field creatively by photographing objects at varying distances.

• Lenses
• Filters and Their Uses
• Studio Flash Lights

Practical Practice

• Test various lenses (wide-angle, telephoto, macro) for creative storytelling.
• Use polarizers and ND filters in outdoor shoots.
• Set up and control studio flash lighting for portraits.

• Portrait photography
• Product photography
• Fashion photography
• Street photography
• Wildlife photography Sports photography
• Architectural photography etc.

Practical Practice

• Conduct at least one shoot in each category and compile a portfolio
• Practice shooting in dynamic conditions (e.g., events or wildlife).
• Practice shooting in indoor conditions (e.g., fashion or portfolio).
• Photowalk for understanding outdoor photography (e.g., street or architectural).

• Basic Composition Rules
• Rule of Thirds
• Leading Lines
• Symmetry and Balance
• Golden Ratio
• Use of Negative Space
• Perspective and Framing etc.

Practical Practice

• Create images applying each composition rule.
• Shoot a subject from multiple perspectives to explore framing.
• Analyze famous photographs and identify their composition techniques.

• Adobe Photoshop Essentials
• Retouching, compositing, and enhancements

Practical Practice

• Edit photos to enhance quality and correct imperfections.
• Advance use of Al in Photographs.