Basic Photography
Course
A comprehensive 10-class foundation in photography. Stop using auto mode and master your camera's exposure triangle, composition, and lighting.
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Personalized 1-on-1 Studio Training
Control your camera.
Don't let it control you.
This course takes you off "Auto" mode forever. You will learn the science and art of photography, understanding exactly how light, lenses, and settings work together to create the images you envision.
Detailed Course Syllabus
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- ✓What is photography?
- ✓History and evolution of cameras
- ✓Types of photography
- ✓DSLR vs Mirrorless vs Smartphone
- ✓Understanding basic camera parts
- ✓Camera body and controls
- ✓Lens basics
- ✓Memory cards and batteries
- ✓Viewfinder and LCD screen
- ✓Camera modes
- ✓Holding the camera correctly
- ✓What is exposure?
- ✓Aperture
- ✓Shutter speed
- ✓ISO
- ✓How the three settings work together
- ✓Practical exposure exercises
- ✓Understanding f-stop numbers
- ✓Wide vs narrow aperture
- ✓Background blur
- ✓Depth of field
- ✓Portrait photography practice
- ✓Creating cinematic background separation
- ✓Fast shutter speed
- ✓Slow shutter speed
- ✓Freezing movement
- ✓Motion blur
- ✓Light trails
- ✓Handheld photography techniques
- ✓Understanding ISO
- ✓Image noise and grain
- ✓Choosing the right ISO
- ✓Indoor photography
- ✓Low-light photography
- ✓Practical shooting exercises
- ✓Rule of thirds
- ✓Leading lines
- ✓Symmetry
- ✓Framing
- ✓Negative space
- ✓Camera angles and perspective
- ✓Creating stronger visual storytelling
- ✓Natural light
- ✓Soft light vs hard light
- ✓Direction of light
- ✓Golden hour photography
- ✓Backlighting
- ✓Indoor lighting basics
- ✓Using shadows creatively
- ✓Choosing the right lens
- ✓Portrait camera settings
- ✓Basic posing techniques
- ✓Lighting for portraits
- ✓Background selection
- ✓Communicating with subjects
- ✓Practical portrait shoot
- ✓Planning a photoshoot
- ✓Choosing camera settings
- ✓Composition and lighting
- ✓Portrait or product photography project
- ✓Reviewing photographs
- ✓Identifying mistakes and improvements
- ✓Final feedback and discussion
After Completing the Course,
You Will Be Able To:
Concrete capabilities that prepare you for your creative journey.
Camera Fundamentals
Understand how a camera works inside and out.
Manual Mode
Use Aperture, Shutter Speed, and ISO confidently.
Exposure Control
Shoot in Manual Mode in any scenario.
Mastering Light
Understand lighting and creatively use shadows.
Visual Composition
Create better compositions using the rule of thirds and framing.
Portraiture
Take basic professional portraits with proper posing.
Motion & Low Light
Capture motion and low-light photographs cleanly.
Photoshoot Planning
Plan and execute a simple but complete photoshoot.
Choose Your Learning Path
From mastering the basics to becoming fully industry-ready. Select the tier that matches your career goals.
BASIC
Learn to Shoot with Confidence
- ✓Camera fundamentals & settings
- ✓Aperture, shutter speed & ISO
- ✓Composition & framing
- ✓Understanding natural light
- ✓Practical photography assignment
INTERMEDIATE
Take Professional-Looking Photos
- ✓Everything in Basic
- ✓Advanced exposure techniques
- ✓Portrait & product photography
- ✓Lighting & creative composition
- ✓Practical shoots + portfolio
ADVANCED
Build Professional Photography Skills
- ✓Everything in Intermediate
- ✓Advanced lighting techniques
- ✓Professional portrait & product shoots
- ✓Photo editing & professional workflow
- ✓Final photoshoot + portfolio development
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