Professional Photography Program

Lessons

• Understanding Your Camera: DSLR vs Mirrorless(60 min)
• Camera Parts and Functions(45 min)
• Exposure Triangle: ISO, Aperture, Shutter Speed(90 min)
• Shooting Modes: Auto, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, Manual(90 min)
• Understanding Depth of Field(60 min)
• Focus Techniques: Manual and Autofocus(60 min)
• RAW vs JPEG(45 min)
• White Balance and Color Temperature(60 min)
• Reading the Histogram(45 min)
• Project: Manual Control Exercises(120 min)

Lessons

• Rule of Thirds and Golden Ratio(60 min)
• Leading Lines and Patterns(60 min)
• Symmetry and Balance(60 min)
• Using Negative Space(60 min)
• Foreground, Middle Ground, Background Elements(60 min)
• Framing and Layering(60 min)
• Color Theory in Photography(60 min)
• Perspective and Viewpoints(60 min)
• Portrait Composition(90 min)
• Landscape Composition(90 min)
• Project: Composition Series(120 min)

Lessons

• Lens Types and Specifications(60 min)
• Wide-Angle Lenses (10-35mm)(60 min)
• Standard Lenses (35-70mm)(60 min)
• Telephoto Lenses (70-200mm+)(60 min)
• Prime Lenses vs Zoom Lenses(45 min)
• Macro Lenses for Close-Up Photography(60 min)
• Wide Aperture and Bokeh Effect(60 min)
• Project: Focal Length Exploration(120 min)

Lessons

• Understanding Light Quality and Direction(60 min)
• Golden Hour and Blue Hour(60 min)
• Midday Shooting(60 min)
• Window Light Techniques(90 min)
• Using Reflectors and Diffusers(90 min)
• Shooting in Shade(60 min)
• Backlit Photography and Silhouette Techniques(90 min)
• Shooting in Various Weather Conditions(60 min)
• Project: Natural Light Series(120 min)

Lessons

• Flash Basics and Guide Numbers(60 min)
• On-Camera Flash: Basic Techniques(90 min)
• Off-Camera Flash and Wireless Triggers(90 min)
• Light Modifiers: Softboxes, Umbrellas, Grids(90 min)
• One-Light Setup(90 min)
• Two-Light Setup(90 min)
• Classic Three-Point Lighting(90 min)
• Continuous Lighting vs Flash(60 min)
• Balancing Ambient Light with Flash(90 min)
• Rembrandt Lighting and Butterfly Lighting(90 min)
• Product and Object Lighting(90 min)
• Project: Creating Various Lighting Setups(180 min)

Lessons

• Portrait Psychology and Subject Rapport(60 min)
• Posing Techniques for Individuals(90 min)
• Posing Techniques for Couples and Families(90 min)
• Directing Expressions and Emotions(60 min)
• Choosing the Right Lenses for Portraits(45 min)
• Flattering Angles and Body Types(90 min)
• Studio Portraits(120 min)
• Environmental Portraits(120 min)
• Business and Headshot Photography(90 min)
• Children and Baby Photography(90 min)
• Graduation and Event Portraits(90 min)
• Creative Self-Portraits(90 min)
• Project: Complete Portrait Session(180 min)

Lessons

• Landscape Photography: Equipment and Techniques(120 min)
• Product and Commercial Photography(120 min)
• Event and Wedding Photography(120 min)
• Street and Documentary Photography(90 min)
• Macro and Close-Up Photography(90 min)
• Food and Culinary Photography(90 min)
• Architecture and Real Estate Photography(90 min)
• Wildlife and Bird Photography(90 min)
• Night and Astrophotography(120 min)
• Sports and Action Photography(90 min)
• Project: Exploring Specializations(180 min)

Lessons

• Introduction to Lightroom and Interface(60 min)
• Importing and Organizing Photos(60 min)
• Rating System and Keywords(60 min)
• Exposure and Contrast Correction(90 min)
• White Balance and Color Adjustments(90 min)
• Using Tone Curves(90 min)
• Local Adjustments: Brush and Graduated Filter(90 min)
• Applying Clarity, Vibrance, and Saturation(60 min)
• Creating and Applying Presets(60 min)
• Project: Processing Complete Set(120 min)

Lessons

• Introduction to Photoshop for Photographers(60 min)
• Layers and Masks(90 min)
• Skin Retouching: Frequency Separation Technique(120 min)
• Blemish Removal and Clone Stamp(90 min)
• Advanced Dodge and Burn(120 min)
• Eye and Teeth Retouching(90 min)
• Body Liquify and Reshaping(90 min)
• Selective Color Change Techniques(90 min)
• Adding Creative Effects(90 min)
• Final Sharpening and Clarity(60 min)
• Preparing for Print and Web(60 min)
• Project: Complete Professional Retouch(180 min)

Lessons

• Building a Professional Portfolio(90 min)
• Creating a Photography Website(90 min)
• Pricing Strategies and Packages(90 min)
• Contracts and Client Agreements(60 min)
• Copyright and Licensing(60 min)
• Social Media Marketing(90 min)
• Working with Clients and Managing Expectations(60 min)
• Photoshoot Workflow from Start to Finish(120 min)
• Networking and Building Relationships(60 min)
• Final Project: Complete Portfolio and Presentation(240 min)