Camera & Lights Course.

This comprehensive course covers fundamental concepts and techniques in photography, equipping you with the skills to capture stunning images and master the art of lighting and composition.

Course Highlights.

• Understanding Camera Basics: Types of cameras (DSLR, mirrorless, etc.) Camera components and functions (lens, sensor, aperture, shutter speed, ISO) Camera modes (manual, aperture priority, shutter priority, program) Focusing techniques (manual focus, autofocus modes)
• Composition Techniques: Rule of thirds Leading lines Framing Symmetry and patterns Depth and perspective.
• Lighting Fundamentals: Types of lighting (natural, artificial, continuous, flash) Quality of light (soft light, hard light) Direction of light (front, side, back) Light modifiers (umbrellas, soft boxes, reflectors) Lighting setups (three-point lighting, Rembrandt lighting, butterfly lighting)
• Exposure Control: Understanding exposure (metering, exposure triangle) Histogram interpretation Exposure compensation Bracketing.
• Indoor and Outdoor Photography: Adjusting settings for different environments White balance adjustment Handling challenging lighting situations.
• Portraiture Techniques: Posing and directing subjects Facial analysis and flattering angles Background selection and composition.
• Product Photography: Styling and staging Highlighting product features Creating appealing product shots.
• Post-Processing Basics: Introduction to editing software (Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop) RAW vs. JPEG editing Basic editing techniques (exposure adjustments, colour correction, cropping)
• Ethics and Legal Considerations: Model releases and permissions Copyright and intellectual property rights Respecting cultural sensitivities.

Dive into the world of photography and lighting with our comprehensive Camera & Lights Course!.