Basic To Advanced Photography Course In Kathmandu - Nepal

Go from absolute beginner to working professional in photography with our course

Course Details

Course Overview

Discover our Basic & Advanced Photography course at Idea Media Training in Nepal. This intensive one-month program is designed for beginners and those looking to deepen their photography skills. Whether you aim to turn photography into a career or elevate your hobby to the next level, our flexible schedule and expert instruction will guide you every step of the way.

Our experienced instructors will teach you everything from camera basics to advanced techniques. The course includes practical sessions, studio work, and outdoor shoots, ensuring you gain hands-on experience in various photography styles.

Who Is This Course For?

Aspiring Professional Photographers: Gain in-depth knowledge and practical skills to kickstart your photography career.
Photography Enthusiasts: Enhance your understanding and abilities to take stunning photos.
Business Owners: Learn to create high-quality images that boost your brand’s visual appeal.
Travelers and Adventurers: Perfect your skills to capture breathtaking moments on your journeys.
Students and Professionals: Ideal for those in journalism, media management, filmmaking, fashion design, interior design, and related fields.
Event Planners and Organizers: Suitable for wedding planners, event organizers, hoteliers, and beauticians needing professional photos for their events and businesses.

Course Outcome

Master Camera and Lenses: Understand the functionality and application of different cameras and lenses in various photography types.
Learn Essential Settings: Grasp shutter speed, ISO, aperture, white balance, metering modes, picture styles, and drive modes.
Focus Techniques: Learn to focus on both moving and non-moving subjects.
Lighting Skills: Handle studio lights, outdoor lights, flashlights, and softboxes.
Specialized Photoshoots: Conduct product, portrait, and landscape photoshoots.
Composition Techniques: Master composition and shot size to create visually appealing photos.
Advanced Editing: Use Photoshop and Lightroom for photo editing, including retouching, light and color balance, removing unwanted elements, dehazing, enhancing photos, and creating panoramas.
Professional Touches: Apply personalized watermarks and signatures to your photos.

Course Details

Features

Requirements

There is no age limit for this course.
A camera is not required, but having one helps you learn faster and better. If you have a camera, bring it. If you're planning to buy a new one, enroll in the class first. The class will help you make a better decision.
No specific qualifications are needed, but you should be able to understand and read the menus and buttons on your camera.
You will need to bring a laptop for the photo editing part of the course, which will last for three days.

Notes For Students

Course Content

Camera and Lenses

Introduction to different types of cameras (DSLR, mirrorless, etc.)
Understanding camera components and functions
Overview of various lenses (prime, zoom, macro, etc.)
How to choose the right lens for different photography styles
Maintaining and cleaning your camera and lenses

Use of Lenses in Different Types of Photography

Selecting lenses for portrait photography
Best lenses for landscape photography
Macro lenses for close-up shots
Telephoto lenses for sports and wildlife photography
Versatility of zoom lenses

Learn Shutter Speed, ISO, and Aperture

Explanation of the exposure triangle
How to adjust shutter speed for different effects
Using ISO to control light sensitivity
Setting aperture for depth of field control
Practical exercises to understand exposure settings

White Balance and Metering Mode

Understanding white balance settings and presets
How to manually set white balance
Introduction to metering modes (spot, center-weighted, matrix)
Choosing the right metering mode for different scenes
Practical applications of white balance and metering

Picture Style and Drive Modes

Overview of different picture styles and their uses
Customizing picture styles for personal preferences
Introduction to drive modes (single shot, continuous, timer)
Practical use of drive modes in various photography scenarios

Focusing for Moving and Non-Moving Subjects

Techniques for focusing on still subjects
Tracking and focusing on moving subjects
Using autofocus modes and points
Manual focus techniques
Practice sessions for improving focus accuracy

Studio Light and Outdoor Light

Basics of studio lighting setup
Using continuous and strobe lights
Techniques for natural lighting in outdoor settings
Combining natural and artificial light
Lighting accessories and modifiers

Flash Light

Introduction to using flash in photography
Types of flash units (built-in, external, off-camera)
Flash modes and settings
Balancing flash with ambient light
Creative flash techniques

Natural Light vs. Flash Light - Use of Softbox

Comparing natural light and flash light
Benefits and limitations of each lighting type
Introduction to softboxes and their use
Setting up and using softboxes in various scenarios
Practical exercises with natural light and softbox

Product Photoshoot

Setting up a product photography studio
Lighting techniques for product photography
Background and props for product shots
Camera settings for sharp and clear images
Editing tips for product photos

Portrait Photoshoot

Planning and preparing for a portrait session
Posing techniques for individuals and groups
Using reflectors and diffusers
Lighting setups for portraits
Post-processing tips for portrait enhancement

Landscape Photoshoot

Scouting and choosing locations for landscape photography
Best times of day for landscape shots
Using filters (polarizers, ND filters) in landscape photography
Composing landscape images
Editing techniques for landscape photos

Composition Techniques

Rule of thirds and other composition rules
Leading lines and framing
Using negative space
Balancing elements in a photo
Creative composition ideas

Shot Size

Understanding different shot sizes (wide, medium, close-up)
Choosing the right shot size for your subject
Practical applications of shot sizes in various scenarios
Composing shots for storytelling
Practice sessions with different shot sizes

Photo Editing Using Photoshop and Lightroom

Basic tools and interface of Photoshop and Lightroom
Importing and organizing photos
Basic adjustments (exposure, contrast, color balance)
Advanced editing techniques (layers, masks, retouching)
Exporting and saving edited photos

Retouch Techniques

Skin smoothing and blemish removal
Enhancing eyes and teeth
Dodging and burning for dimension
Removing unwanted elements
Finalizing and polishing photos

Light and Color Balance in Photoshop

Adjusting white balance in post-processing
Correcting color casts
Using curves and levels for light adjustments
Enhancing colors with saturation and vibrance
Practical exercises in light and color balance

Remove Unwanted Parts

Cloning and healing tools
Using content-aware fill
Removing distractions from the background
Techniques for seamless editing
Practice sessions for removing unwanted parts

Dehazing

Understanding haze in photos
Using dehaze tool in Lightroom and Photoshop
Adjusting contrast and clarity
Practical applications of dehazing
Examples and exercises

Enhancing Landscape Photos

Adjusting exposure and dynamic range
Enhancing colors and contrast
Using filters and gradients
Sharpening and clarity adjustments
Step-by-step editing workflow for landscapes

Enhance Portrait Photos

Skin retouching techniques
Enhancing eyes and facial features
Adjusting light and shadows
Creating a professional portrait look
Examples and exercises

Create Panorama

Shooting techniques for panoramas
Stitching photos in Lightroom and Photoshop
Adjusting alignment and perspective
Enhancing panoramic images
Practical exercises in creating panoramas

Create Signature or Watermark

Designing a personalized signature or watermark
Adding watermarks in Lightroom and Photoshop
Positioning and opacity adjustments
Batch applying watermarks to multiple photos
Examples and best practices