Professional Photography

Course Orientation

• Let's Begin
• Introduce Yourself

Module 1 - Photography Fundamentals

• 1.1. Introduction to Camera
• 1.2. What is Photography?
• 1.3. Camera Sensors
• 1.4. Camera Lenses
• 1.5. Exploring Your Camera Kit
• 1.6. Image File Formats
• 1.7. Using the Right Light
• Survey End of Module 1

Module 2 - Exposure

• 2.1. Exposure in Camera - An Introduction
• 2.2. How Does Shutter Works?
• 2.3. Shutter Speed- A Demo
• 2.4. What is Aperture?
• 2.5. Aperture-A Demonstration
• 2.6. What is ISO?
• 2.7. ISO- Demonstration
• 2.8. Exposure Correction
• 2.9. Exploring the Shooting Modes
• Assignment 1
• Assignment 2
• Survey End of Module 2

Module 3 - Art of Framing

• 3.1. Composition Overview
• 3.2. What is Composition?
• 3.3. Focal Elements
• 3.4. Composition Structure
• 3.5. Positive & Negative Space
• 3.6. Perspective
• 3.7. Balance
• 3.8. Conclusion
• Module 3 - Assignment
• Survey End of Module 3

Module 4 - Basic Lighting

• 4.1. Lighting Overview
• 4.2. Natural Light
• 4.3. Hard and Soft Light
• 4.4. Direction of Light
• 4.5. Artificial Light
• 4.6. Camera Settings for Studio Light
• 4.7. Demonstration - Lighting Techniques
• 4.8. Different Scenarios - Natural Light
• 4.9. Lighting Accessories
• 4.10. White Balance
• Module 4 - Assignment
• Survey End of Module 4

Module 5 - Techniques of Photography

• 5.1. Introduction
• 5.2. Learning Objectives
• 5.3. High Speed Photography
• 5.4. Motion Blur
• 5.5. Night Photography
• 5.6. Black and White Photography
• 5.7. Zoom Burst
• 5.8. Macro Photography
• 5.9. Smoke Photography
• 5.10. Long Exposure Photography
• 5.11. Light Painting
• 5.12. Filters
• 5.13. Conclusion
• Survey End of Module 5

Module 6 - Types of Photography

• 6.1. Overview - 4:18 Mins
• 6.2. Street Photography
• 6.3. Tips for Street Photography
• 6.4. Landscape Photography
• 6.5. Tips for Landscape Photography
• 6.6. Architecture Photography
• 6.7. Tips for Architecture Photography
• 6.8. Portrait Photography
• 6.9. Still Life Photography
• 6.10. Fashion Photography
• 6.11. Wedding Photography
• 6.12. Wild Life Photography
• 6.13. E-Commerce Photography
• 6.14. Conclusion
• Survey End of Module 6
• Closure Survey

Course Orientation

• Let's Begin
• Introduce Yourself

Module 1 - Introduction to Fashion Photography

• 1.1. What is Fashion Photography
• 1.2. History of Fashion Photography
• 1.3. Styles Of Fashion Photography
• 1.4. Equipment
• 1.5. Location
• 1.6. Team
• 1.7. Casting
• 1.8. Fashion Styling and Makeup
• 1.9. Mood Board
• 1.10. Pre Production
• 1.11. Developing Your Style
• 1.12. Inspiration
• 1.13. Business
• 1.14. Digital Workflow
• 1.15. Post Production
• Module 1 - Assignment
• Survey End of Module 1

Module 2 - Fashion Portraits

• 2.1. Cover Page
• 2.2. Beauty Shoot
• Module 2 - Assignment
• Survey End of Module 2

Module 3 - A Look Back

• 3.1. A Look Back - Shoot 1
• 3.2. A Look Back - Shoot 2
• Module 3 - Assignment
• Survey End of Module 3

Module 4 - Editorial

• 4.1. Outdoor Shoot
• 4.2. Fashion Shoot - Studio
• 4.3. Campaign Shoot
• Module 4 - Assignment
• Survey End of Module 4
• Closure Survey

Course Orientation

• Let's Begin
• Introduce Yourself

Module 1 – Smartphone Photography – New Age

• 1.1 Introduction
• 1.2 When & Why to Use - Smartphone Cameras
• 1.3 Type of External Camera Lenses
• 1.4 Exposure
• 1.5 How to Sharping the Photo?
• 1.6 Composition in Photography
• 1.7 Aspects Ratio in Framing
• 1.8 Lighting Technique
• 1.9 Demonstration - Hard vs. Soft Lighting
• 1.10 Creative Ideas Using Artificial Lighting
• 1.11 Natural - Understanding Quality & Direction of Light
• 1.12 Manual Mode (M)
• 1.13 Purpose of ISO
• 1.14 Manual Focusing in Pro Mode
• 1.15 Exposure Compensation (EV)
• 1.16 Photoshoot with Correct Manual Setting
• 1.17 Low Light Photography

Module 2 – Creative Photography Techniques through smartphone

• 2.1 What is Macro Photography?
• 2.2 Travel Photography
• 2.3 Portrait Photography Using Smartphone Camera
• 2.4 Ultrawide Photography Using Smartphone Cameras
• 2.5 Creative Indoor Photography Ideas
• 2.6 Long Exposure Product Photography Using Flash
• 2.7 Demonstration - Long Exposure Shot by Using Light Chart Paper
• 2.8 Water and Oil Creative Macro Photography
• 2.9 Macro Photography with Soda Bubbles
• 2.10 Smoke Photography Using Dhoopbatti
• 2.11 Creative Outdoor Photography Ideas
• 2.12 Outdoor Photography by Using Reflector
• 2.13 Outdoor Photography by Using Tripod
• 2.14 How to Decide to Purchase a Smartphone?

Module 3 – Post-processing techniques through smartphone

• 3.1 Batch Editing in Multiple Photos - Lightroom
• 3.2 HDR (High Dynamic Range) Processing
• 3.3 Panorama - Creative Form of Combining Multiple Images
• 3.4 Selectively Editing - Post Processing
• 3.5 How to Save and Export the Image?
• 3.6 Conclusion
• 3.7 Getting Started with Photo Editing
• 3.8 Introduction to SNAPSEED Editing Software
• 3.9 Walkthrough of All Tools
• 3.10 Save & Export Your Final Image
• 3.11 Getting The Most Out of Social Media
• 3.12 How to Upload Images on Instagram?

Course Orientation

• Let's Begin
• Introduce Yourself

Module 1 – Product/E-commerce photography

• 1.1 - Introduction - Working of a DSLR
• 1.2 - Lighting and Accessories
• 1.3 - Light Modifiers
• 1.4 - Flash Photography Settings Techniques
• 1.5 - Light Classification in Terms of Uses
• 1.6 - Demonstration - Mood Lighting
• 1.7 - Additional Studio Equipment
• 1.8 - Tethering
• 1.9 Introducing Various Lenses
• 1.10 Demonstration - Lenses
• 1.11 Demonstration - Wide Angle Lens
• 1.12 Demonstration - Short Zoom Lens
• 1.13 Demonstration - Macro Lens
• 1.14 Demonstration - Tele Photo Lens
• 1.15 Demonstration - Angle of View
• 1.16 E-commerce Photography
• 1.17 Three-point Lighting in E-commerce
• 1.18 Styling in Photography
• 1.19 Elements of Framing and Composition
• 1.20 Rule of Thirds
• 1.21 The Golden Triangle
• 1.22 Rule of Odds Composition
• 1.23 Depth of Field
• 1.24 Focus Stacking
• 1.25 Conclusion

Module 2 – Demonstration of Transparent and Still Life Photography

• 2.1 Transparent Product Photography
• 2.2 Challenges in Transparent Photography
• 2.3 Lighting Challenges
• 2.4 Purpose of Elements
• 2.5 Methods of Managing Reflections and Lightings
• 2.6 Understand the Studio Environment
• 2.7 Two Light Set-up
• 2.8 Define the Edges and Clarity of an Object
• 2.9 Demonstration - Wine Glass Photography
• 2.10 Demonstration - Mason Jar Photography
• 2.11 Demonstration - Perfume Photography
• 2.12 Still Life Photography - Overview
• 2.13 Inanimate the Subject
• 2.14 Importance of Composition in Still Life Photography
• 2.15 Framing in Composition
• 2.16 Importance of Cropping in Framing
• 2.17 Placement of the Subject
• 2.18 Demonstration - Mug Shot in Still Life Photography
• 2.19 Demonstration - Mug Shot with Two Lights
• 2.20 Demonstration - Vase with Satin Cloth

Module 3 – Demonstration of Flat Lay and Garment Photography

• 3.1 Flatlay Photography - Overview
• 3.2 Science/Visuals Behind Flatlay
• 3.3 Challenges in Flatlay Photography
• 3.4 Techniques to Overcome the Challenges
• 3.5 Understand the Backdrop
• 3.6 Demonstration - Items on the Table in Flatlay Photography
• 3.7 Demonstration - Juice Bottle with fruits Laid out on the Floor
• 3.8 Garment Photography - Overview
• 3.9 Perspective of the Garment Shoot on Mannequin
• 3.10 Challenges in Garment Photography
• 3.11 Layout Shoot for E-commerce
• 3.12 Importance of Lighting in Garment Photography
• 3.13 Type of Cameras Used for Garment Photography
• 3.14 Demonstration - 3-Point Light Setup in Garment Photography
• 3.15 Demonstration - Ethnic Garment on Mannequin
• 3.16 Demonstration - E-commerce Shoot on Male Model
• 3.17 Demonstration - E-commerce Shoot on Male Model with Different Dress

Module 4 – Demonstration of Jewelry, Reflective and Table Top Photography

• 4.1 Jewelry Photography - Overview
• 4.2 Challenges in Jewelry Photography
• 4.3 Overcome the Challenges
• 4.4 Importance of White Backdrop/Background
• 4.5 Lighting Setup in Jewelry Photography
• 4.6 Importance of Light Modifiers
• 4.7 Light Positioning in Jewelry Photography
• 4.8 Controlling the Reflection
• 4.9 Demonstration - Oxidized Silver Jewelry
• 4.10 Demonstration - Multicolor Ear Rings
• 4.11 Demonstration - Necklace With Shiny Beads
• 4.12 Reflective Metal Photography - Overview
• 4.13 Types of Reflection
• 4.14 Angle in Metal Photography
• 4.15 Demonstration - Manual Studio Setup
• 4.16 Demonstration - Steel Cutlery in Two-Point Light Setup
• 4.17 Demonstration - Setup for Silver Utensil
• 4.18 Table Top Photography - Overview
• 4.19 Challenges in Table Top Photography
• 4.20 How to Tackle the Challenges in Table Top Photography?
• 4.21 Advertising Shoot in Table Top Photography
• 4.22 Demonstration - Shoes Shoot in Table Top Photography
• 4.23 Demonstration - Energy Drink Shoot in Table Top Photography

Course Orientation

• Let's Begin
• Introduce Yourself

Module 1 – Landscape Photography

• 1.1 Landscape Photography - Introduction
• 1.2 Landscape Genre vs. Other Photography Genre
• 1.3 Landscape Photography Genres
• 1.4 Qualities of a Landscape Photographer
• 1.5 Camera and Gears -Accessories and Equipment
• 1.6 Camera and Gears -Accessories and Equipment's Contd.
• 1.7 How to Implement Location Shoot - Important Camera Features
• 1.8 Important Camera Features, Special Techniques
• 1.9 Demonstration - Digital Camera Menus
• 1.10 Exposure Triangle in Landscape Photography
• 1.11 Long Exposure in Landscape Photography
• 1.12 Depth of Field in Landscape Photography
• 1.13 Types of Landscapes
• 1.14 Types of Landscapes Contd.
• 1.15 Shutter Speed Techniques with Waterfalls
• 1.16 Metering Modes in Landscape Photography

Module 2 – Wildlife Photographer

• 2.1 Wildlife Photography - Introduction
• 2.2 Equipment for Wildlife Photography
• 2.3 Full Frame Camera Body
• 2.4 Full Frame Camera Body (Contd.)
• 2.5 Wide Angle Lenses
• 2.6 Detailed Explanation - Equipment for Wildlife Photography
• 2.7 Location for Wild Life Photography - India
• 2.8 National Parks of Africa
• 2.9 Behavioural Aspects of Animals
• 2.10 When to Start Wildlife Photography - Bird Photography
• 2.11 Subjects Previsualization
• 2.12 Subjects Previsualization (Contd.)
• 2.13 Pre-Visualizing in Land/Grassland
• 2.14 Shooting Techniques in Wildlife
• 2.15 Camera Settings
• 2.16 Focusing Modes
• 2.17 Aperture & Shutter Priority Modes
• 2.18 ISO
• 2.19 Depth of Field and Metering Modes
• 2.20 Light Settings & Image Formats
• 2.21 Hacks of Wildlife Photography
• 2.22 Composition
• 2.23 Shooting at Eyelevel of the Animal
• 2.24 Compositional Guidelines
• 2.25 Ethical Aspects of Wildlife Photography
• 2.26 How to Start Wildlife Photography as a Career?

Course Orientation

• Let's Begin
• Introduce Yourself

Module 1 – Food Photography – Basic Camera and Lighting

• 1.1 Introduction
• 1.2 What is Food Photography
• 1.3 Demonstration – By clicking on a basic image lif cookies

• 1.4 Understanding Lighting set up
• 1.5 Characteristics of Light
• 1.6 Demonstration - Harsh and Soft light
• 1.7 Understanding Natural Light
• 1.8 Concept of Studio Light
• 1.9 Understanding Modifiers
• 1.10 Beverage Shoot by Using Lighting Stripbox
• 1.11 Purpose of Shoot in Dark Food Photography
• 1.12 Concept of Food Photography
• 1.13 White Balance and Color Temperature
• 1.14 How to achieve accurate white balance
• 1.15 Contrast in Food Photography

Module 2 – Understanding Composition and Camera Set up

• 2.1 – Introduction
• 2.2 – Understanding the Pre-shoot concept in main meal
• 2.3 – Art of composition/placement
• 2.4 – How to achieve correct white balance
• 2.5 – White balance adjustment
• 2.6 – Demonstration – Building up the layering – Muesli and Yogurt
• 2.7 – Evening snacks – Tea, Sandwiches and Cupcakes
• 2.8 – Dinner – Pasta and Bread
• 2.9 – Dinner KFC platter
• 2.10 – Conclusion

Module 3 – How to select right crockery?

• 3.1 – Different types of food styling
• 3.2 – Texture of Plate
• 3.3 – Art of Placement
• 3.4 – Some tips of Food Photography
• 3.5 – Backdrop
• 3.6 – Demo – Cinnamon Shoot on Different Wooden Background
• 3.7 – Demo – Tomato Soup in different crockery
• 3.8 – Angle of taking photos/viewpoint – Food platter
• 3.9 – Angle of taking photos/viewpoint – Muffins with some blueberries
• 3.10 – Angle of taking photos/viewpoint – Chicken Platter
• 3.11 – Macro Lens
• 3.12 – Demo – DIY and hacks beverage
• 3.13 – Demo – Making the plate appear full
• 3.14 – How to use Mist
• 3.15 – How to make fruits appear fresh?

LightRoom

• Adobe Lightroom - Introduction
• Lightroom - How to Categorizing and Sorting the Images?
• Lightroom Editing - Develop Module
• Post-Processing with Few Basic Features
• Post-Processing with Basic Tools
• Post-Processing with Advance Features and Tools
• Using of HSL (Hue-Saturation-Luminance) Tool
• Using of Split Toning Tool
• Sharpening and Noise Reduction
• Lens Correction

Adobe Photoshop

• Photoshop - Introduction
• Photoshop - How to Manage Layers in Photoshop?
• Explore the Selection Tool in Photoshop
• Selection Tool - Role of Lasso Tool
• Object Selection Tool and Magic Wand Tool
• Purpose of Content Aware Fill in Lasso Tool
• Purpose of Crop Tool
• Purpose of Frame Tool
• Explore the Brush and Healing Tools
• Role of Clone Stamp and Gradient Tools
• Role of Eraser, Blur, Sharpen and Smudge Tools in Photoshop
• Dodge and Burn Tool in Photoshop
• Explore the Automation Tools in Photoshop
• Explore the Tools Under the Adjustment Tab in Photoshop
• Explore the Clipping Mask Tool in Photoshop
• Explore the Layer Mask Tool in Photoshop
• Explore the Sky Replacement Tool in Photoshop
• How to Avoid Imperfections in the Edges?
• Explore the Liquify Tool in Photoshop
• Color Change Method in Photoshop
• Explore the Tools Under the Filter Section in Photoshop
• Explore the Text Tool in Photoshop
• Things to Take Care While Export Your Photo
• Conclusion