LEARN PHOTOGRAPHY

This 10-class course, each lasting 2 hours, is designed to introduce beginners to the fundamental concepts and techniques of photography. By the end of the course, students will understand the basics of camera operation, composition, lighting, and post-processing, enabling them to take well-composed and technically sound photographs.

This condensed 4-hour workshop focuses on the core skills necessary for photographing models. Participants will learn essential techniques in lighting, posing, and directing, ensuring they can create professional-quality images. The workshop combines theoretical knowledge with practical exercises.

This 8-hour workshop is designed to provide an in-depth understanding of artificial lighting using speedlights and strobes. The workshop will cover the technical aspects, practical setups, and creative applications of these lighting tools. By the end of the class, participants will be able to confidently use speedlights and strobes to create well-lit photographs in various scenarios.

This 6-hour workshop focuses on the essential skills needed for effective product photography, with a strong emphasis on the use of artificial lighting, both continuous and strobe. Participants will engage in practical exercises designed to help them understand and apply various lighting techniques to achieve professional-quality product images.

Photography 101

Course Overview

This intensive training course covers the fundamentals of Affinity Designer, including vector graphics creation and image editing, tailored for beginners and those with experience in Adobe Illustrator. The course balances foundational concepts with advanced techniques to ensure participants gain confidence and proficiency.

Photography 101 (Group of 5)
AWG.950
  • 20 hours in 10 classes
  • Small groups of 5 persons
  • Certificate of completion
  • Online portfolio
Photography 101 (individual)
AWG.1250
  • 20 hours in 10 classes
  • Personalised schedule
  • Certificate of completion
  • online portfolio

Course Overview

  • Introduction to Photography

Overview of Photography

Basic Camera Types and Functions

  • Understanding Your Camera 

Camera Settings and Modes

Basic Camera Operation

  • Exposure Basics 

Exposure Triangle

Practical Exercises

  • Composition Techniques 

Rules of Composition

Practical Exercises

  •  Focus and Depth of Field

Autofocus vs. Manual Focus

Depth of Field

  • Lighting Basics

Natural Light

Artificial Light

  • Advanced Lighting Techniques

Understanding Lighting Setups

Practical Lighting Exercises

  •  Introduction to Post-Processing

Basics of Photo Editing Software

Basic Editing Techniques

  • Colour Theory and White Balance

Colour Theory

White Balance

  • Developing a Personal Style and Portfolio

Finding Your Style

Creating a Portfolio

Essentials of Model Photography

Course Overview

This condensed 4-hour workshop focuses on the core skills necessary for photographing models. Participants will learn essential techniques in lighting, posing, and directing, ensuring they can create professional-quality images. The workshop combines theoretical knowledge with practical exercises.

Essentials of model photography (Group of 5)
AWG.480
  • 4 hours workshop
  • Studio and outdoors
  • certificate of completion
  • online portfolio
Essentials of model photography (Individual)
AWG.780
  • 4 hours workshop
  • Studio and outdoors
  • certificate of completion
  • online portfolio

Workshop Overview

  • Introduction and Pre-Shoot Planning

The role of the photographer in a shoot.

Importance of model photography in different genres (fashion, portrait, editorial).

  • Lighting Techniques and Posing

Basic Lighting Setups

Posing different body types and facial features.

  • In-Studio and Outdoor Shoots

Setting up the studio: arranging lights, backdrops, and props.

Preparing for the outdoor shoot: considering natural light and environmental factors.

  • Reviewing, Editing, and Feedback

Reviewing images and selecting the best ones based on focus, composition, and expression.

Basic Editing Techniques

Mastering Artificial Lighting with Speedlights and Strobes

Course Overview

This 8-hour workshop is designed to provide an in-depth understanding of artificial lighting using speedlights and strobes. The workshop will cover the technical aspects, practical setups, and creative applications of these lighting tools. By the end of the class, participants will be able to confidently use speedlights and strobes to create well-lit photographs in various scenarios.

Artificial lighting (Group of 5)
AWG.950
  • 8 hours workshop
  • small group of 5
  • Studio and outdoors
  • certificate of completion
  • online portfolio
Artificial Lighting (Individual)
AWG.1250
  • 8 hours workshop
  • Personalised schedule
  • Studio and outdoors
  • certificate of completion
  • online portfolio

Workshop Overview

  • Introduction to Speedlights and Strobes

Understanding Speedlights and Strobes
Definitions and differences between speedlights and studio strobes.

  • Setting Up Your Speedlight and Strobe

Mounting and Positioning
How to mount speedlights on cameras and light stands.

  • Basic Lighting Techniques

Single Light Setup
Setting up a single speedlight or strobe as the key light.

  • Multi-Light Setups

Two-Light Setup
Adding a fill light to the key light setup.

  • Creative Lighting Techniques

High-Speed Sync (HSS)
Understanding HSS and when to use it.

  • Advanced Lighting Modifiers and Techniques

Grids, Snoots, and Barn Doors
Using gels to change the color of your lights.

  • Practical Lighting Scenarios

Portrait Photography
Lighting setups for different portrait styles (e.g., Rembrandt, butterfly, split lighting).

  • Review and Creative Exploration

Creative Exploration
Recap of important topics covered in the workshop.

Mastering Product Photography with Artificial Lighting

Course Overview

This 6-hour workshop focuses on the essential skills needed for effective product photography, with a strong emphasis on the use of artificial lighting, both continuous and strobe. Participants will engage in practical exercises designed to help them understand and apply various lighting techniques to achieve professional-quality product images.

Workshop Overview

  • Introduction to Product Photography

Understanding Product Photography

Key elements: lighting, composition, and styling.

  • Basics of Lighting for Product Photography

Continuous lighting: advantages and common uses.

Strobe lighting: advantages and common uses.

  • Continuous Lighting Techniques

Types of continuous lights (LED panels, softboxes).

Lighting Techniques

  • Strobe Lighting Techniques

Types of strobe lights (monolights, speedlights).

Hard light vs. soft light: creating and controlling shadows.

  • Advanced Lighting Setups and Techniques

Effects of different modifiers on light quality.

Creative Lighting Techniques.

  • Post-Processing and Review

Reviewing images and selecting the best ones based on focus, composition, and lighting.

Basic Editing Techniques cropping and adjusting exposure, contrast, and color.