Photography (Practical)

Introduction to photographic techniques, exposures, indoor and outdoor photography. The aim is to prepare the students to take up live assignments as per present day Industry benchmarks and find satisfactory job opportunities upon graduation. The objective of the photography course is to instill a sense of confidence and generate enough interest in the subject to enable the students to explore further on their own, and with the help of the concerned faculty. They should be able to apply photography skills effectively as a means of visual communication and also use it to document their outputs related to various other subjects. Topics to be covered within the time frame allotted for the purpose.

• An understanding of light and its properties.

• Understanding common features like shutter speed, aperture, ISO, white balance, focal length, depth of field, exposure compensation.

• Understanding the role of composition in photography. An aesthetic approach- dynamic and color composition theories and new theories practiced in the present context.

• A basic understanding and familiarity with photography terminology & principles.

• Salient features of digital imaging.

• Understanding various modes and controls available on camera and applying these to achieve optimum performance.

• A study of various lens options and their use for specific applications.

Submission: 5 plates exercise, 5 plates experimental