Photography Course: From Basics to Professional

The "Photography Course: From Basics to Professional" is a comprehensive journey through the world of photography, designed for beginners and enthusiasts eager to enhance their skills. Starting with a retrospective of the history of photography, the course delves deeply into understanding the basic settings of a camera, addressing aspects such as ISO, aperture, and shutter speed. Composition and framing are central elements of the program, teaching students to create balanced images using the rule of thirds, to play with angles to achieve perspective and depth, and to utilize both natural and artificial light to craft the perfect atmosphere.

Various photographic styles and genres are explored, from capturing the essence of an individual in portrait photography, to the vast and magnificent beauty of nature in landscape photography, to the raw and authentic street photography that documents urban life in its many facets. The course also offers a dedicated module on editing and post-production, introducing students to the realm of editing software like Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop. Here, students learn from basic editing techniques, such as color, contrast, and sharpness adjustments, to advanced manipulations, involving composition creation and layer use.

Finally, the course touches on aspects of professional photography and the job market. Students are guided on how to build a striking portfolio and are introduced to specific marketing strategies for photographers. Copyright issues and professional ethics are also discussed, ensuring that students are well-informed on how to protect their work and respect the rights of others. In addition to the core content, the course provides support materials, such as reading lists, tutorial videos, and live webinars with renowned industry professionals.