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Digital Photography Essentials

Infinitely passionate about photography? Join our short course to get an insight into the various types of photography styles.
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On-Campus
2 May 2026
Sat
10AM - 5PM
3 weeks
On-Campus
23 May 2026
Sat
10AM - 5PM
3 weeks
On-Campus
27 June 2026
Sat
10AM - 5PM
3 weeks

OVERVIEW

This course introduces students to the world of photography. It will give you an overview of the complete process of capturing a still image from idea to composition to outdoor and studio photography. The course equips you with the skills that will enable you to take images without having to rely on using the automatic option in your cameras. You will explore the art of storytelling through still images. Learn how to capture images using both natural and studio lighting, where you will cover portraits, product and food photography. Learners will venture into the basics of post-production, wrapping up their journey with a creative photography portfolio.
  • 17 years and above
  • Individuals with a passion for photography who would like to get substantial skills in camera use, lighting and various types of photography
  • Adobe Photoshop
    • Introduction to the Basics of Photography
    • Composition and Storytelling
    • Studio Photography
    • Portraiture, Product Photography
    • Studio Lighting
    • Basics of Photography Post-Production

    Week 1:

    • Introduction to the world of photography.
    • Mood boards and inspiration for social media and portfolio content creation.

    Week 2:

    • Product photography
    • Portrait photography
    • Creating high-quality and compelling social media content

    Week 3:

    • Edit like a pro. Photoshop and Lightroom are your secrets to making your photos stand out.

    Hardware/Software:

    • DSLR camera, studio lights, ADOBE Lightroom, and ADOBE Photoshop (provided on campus)

    Program outcome

    At the end of this course, students will be able to:

    • Handle professional DSLR cameras
    • Understand different lighting techniques
    • Understand different genres of photography
    • Edit photos with Lightroom/Photoshop
    • Create mood boards in relation to photography
    • Build their portfolios

    After every session, learners will be encouraged to use their cameras and take pictures based on what was covered in the session. This is to encourage students to practice their understanding of each session independently.
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