Photography & Editing Course

Description

Module 1: Introduction to Photography

• Understanding the role of photography in visual storytelling

• Different photography genres (portrait, landscape, street, product, etc.)

• Choosing the right camera and gear for your needs

• Understanding camera types: DSLR, mirrorless, and smartphone photography

Module 2: Camera Settings & Controls

• The exposure triangle: aperture, shutter speed, ISO

• Manual vs. automatic modes

• White balance and color temperature

• Using focus modes for sharp images

Module 3: Composition & Framing

• Rule of thirds and leading lines

• Symmetry, patterns, and depth of field

• Using foreground and background creatively

• Framing techniques for impactful images

Module 4: Lighting in Photography

• Natural light vs. artificial light

• Understanding light direction and quality

• Golden hour and blue hour photography

• Using reflectors, diffusers, and flash

Module 5: Shooting Techniques & Styles

• Portrait photography tips

• Landscape and travel photography techniques

• Action and sports photography basics

• Product and food photography essentials

Module 6: Introduction to Photo Editing

• Understanding RAW vs. JPEG formats

• Overview of editing software (Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop, mobile apps)

• Organizing and importing photos for editing

• Basic adjustments: exposure, contrast, highlights, and shadows

Module 7: Editing with Adobe Lightroom

• Color correction and white balance adjustments

• Cropping and straightening images

• Applying presets and filters

• Batch editing for efficiency

Module 8: Advanced Editing with Photoshop

• Retouching portraits (skin smoothing, blemish removal)

• Background removal and replacement

• Adding effects, overlays, and text

• Creating composites and artistic edits

Module 9: Exporting & Sharing Your Work

• Export settings for print and web

• Watermarking and copyright protection

• Building an online photography portfolio

• Sharing on social media for engagement

Module 10: Capstone Project

• Plan and execute a themed photo shoot

• Edit and present a final photo series

• Receive feedback for improvement and portfolio readiness