PHOTOGRAPHY (Practical)

Paper Code: 
25CVAP405
Credits: 
06
Contact Hours: 
90.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

The course will enable the students to Exploring the new media while developing composition sense through digital frames. Understanding the features like filter, frame etc and discriminate the functions of a camera according to the ambiance.

 

Course Outcomes: 

Course

Learning Outcome

(at course level)

Learning and teaching strategies

Assessment Strategies

Course Code

Course Title

2CVAP405

Photography (Practical)

CO91: Classify the functionality and features of the camera and its parts. Control over different lenses and filters while shooting.

 

CO92: Develop knowledge of light and shadow while functioning and produce the outcomes to understand the improvement to use the gadget.

 

CO93: Establish the sense of composition and perspective which construct their ability to justify a perfect picture.

 

CO94: Contribute effectively in course-specific interaction

Approach in teaching: Interactive Lectures, Discussion,

Ideation, Tutorials, Assignments, Brainstorming, Demonstration

 

Learning activities for the students: Self-Learning Assignments, Giving Tasks, Visualization, Experimenting, Sketching to Learn, Free Exploration, Focused Exploration.

Layouts & Sketches, Continuous Assessment Test, Semester End

Examinations, Daily Assignments, Observation, Student Teacher Interaction and Final Submissions

 

COURSE CONTENT:

 

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.

 

  1. An understanding of light and its properties.
  2. Understanding common features like shutter speed, aperture, ISO, white balance, focal length, depth of field, exposure compensation.
  3. Understanding the role of composition in photography. An aesthetic approach- dynamic and color composition theories and new theories practiced in the present context.
  4. A basic understanding and familiarity with photography terminology & principles.
  5. Salient features of digital imaging.
  6. Understanding various modes and controls available on camera and applying these to achieve optimum performance.
  7. A study of various lens options and their use for specific applications.
  8. Learning to document relevant social issues.

 

Submission: 5 Plates Exercise, 5 Plates Experimental, 5 Plates Social

 

Essential Readings: 

1. Sunil Janah, Photographing India, Oxford University Press 2. Alex Larg & Jane Wood, Pro Lighting Erotica, Rotovision SA 3. Art Director’s Index to Photographers 24, Volume 2, Rotovision SA

References: 

Suggested Books:

  1. Richard Yot, Light for Visual Artists Understanding & using Light in Art & Design, Laurence King Publishing

E-Resources:                   

  1. Introduction to Photography: The Universal Language (photographylife.com)
  2. 20 Essential Photography Tips for Beginners (bobbooks.co.uk)
  3. Photography Basics – The Ultimate Beginner’s Photography Guide (capturetheatlas.com)
  4. Photography for Beginners Guide - 42West, Adorama
  5. 30 Photography Composition Tips in 30 Minutes - YouTube

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Academic Year: 
2025-2026
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