PHOTOGRAPHY

This is a skills-based course and will teach you all you need to know about photography in today’s world. Understanding composition and styling forms the basis of taking good photos.

With the rise of smart phones, photo editing apps and filters almost “anybody” can be a photographer. But there is a lot more to know when it comes to shooting certain subject matter. Having the right lighting and correct photographic equipment will stand you head and shoulders above smartphone photographers.

The topics covered in this course are as follows:

• Understanding of the role of photography as a communication tool in advertising / art direction and graphic design.
• Introduction to the practice of photography, cameras and lenses and photographic terminology & techniques.
• Practical photography – planning, production, post production and presentation.
• Understanding the professional practice of photography.