Photography & Cinematography (Intermediate)

Duration: 3 Months

Level: Intermediate

Structure: 5 Units | Theory + Practical Training

Unit 1: Advanced Camera & Photography Techniques

Theory Module

• Advanced camera controls and exposure
• ISO, shutter speed and aperture combinations
• Exposure compensation and metering modes
• RAW vs. JPEG
• Lens selection and focal lengths
• Depth of field and perspective
• White balance and colour temperature

Practical Module – Step by Step

1. Set manual camera exposure
2. Practice different shutter speeds
3. Create shallow and deep depth-of-field images
4. Experiment with different focal lengths
5. Practice exposure metering
6. Shoot RAW images
7. Review and evaluate exposure and composition

Unit 2: Composition, Lighting & Professional Photography

Theory Module

• Advanced composition principles
• Rule of thirds, leading lines and framing
• Symmetry, patterns and visual balance
• Natural and artificial lighting
• Key, fill and backlight
• Light modifiers and reflectors
• Portrait, product and outdoor photography

Practical Module – Step by Step

1. Plan a photography setup
2. Create compositions using different techniques
3. Set up a three-point lighting arrangement
4. Photograph a portrait using controlled lighting
5. Practice outdoor and natural-light photography
6. Conduct a product photography session
7. Select and review the best photographs

Unit 3: Cinematography Fundamentals & Visual Storytelling

Theory Module

• Introduction to cinematography
• Cinematic composition and framing
• Shot sizes and camera angles
• Camera perspective and visual continuity
• Lighting for film
• Colour temperature and cinematic colour
• Visual storytelling principles
• Shot lists and storyboards

Practical Module – Step by Step

1. Analyse a short film scene
2. Identify shot sizes and camera angles
3. Create a storyboard
4. Prepare a professional shot list
5. Frame wide, medium and close-up shots
6. Create a basic cinematic lighting setup
7. Shoot a short visual sequence
8. Review the sequence for continuity

Unit 4: Camera Movement, Cinematic Lighting & Production

Theory Module

• Camera movement techniques
• Pan, tilt, tracking and handheld shots
• Gimbal and stabilizer fundamentals
• Cinematic lighting setups
• Interior and exterior cinematography
• Continuity and coverage
• Basic production planning
• Location and shot management

Practical Module – Step by Step

1. Practice static and locked-off shots
2. Perform pan and tilt movements
3. Practice tracking and handheld shots
4. Set up a gimbal/stabilizer
5. Create cinematic lighting for a scene
6. Shoot multiple camera angles
7. Capture scene coverage
8. Assemble and review the complete footage

Unit 5: Professional Photography & Cinematography Project

Theory Module

• Professional photography workflow
• Cinematography planning and production
• Creative direction and visual style
• Basic image and video post-production
• Colour correction fundamentals
• Portfolio development
• Client and production requirements
• Professional presentation of visual work

Practical Module – Step by Step

1. Select a final project concept
2. Develop a visual mood board
3. Prepare the shot list and storyboard
4. Plan camera, lens and lighting requirements
5. Conduct the photography session
6. Shoot a short cinematic sequence
7. Perform basic photo editing and colour correction
8. Edit and organize final images/video
9. Create a professional portfolio
10. Present the final project

📅 Month-Wise Course Structure

Month 1

• Unit 1: Advanced Camera & Photography Techniques
• Unit 2: Composition, Lighting & Professional Photography

Month 2

• Unit 3: Cinematography Fundamentals & Visual Storytelling
• Unit 4: Camera Movement, Cinematic Lighting & Production

Month 3

• Unit 5: Professional Photography & Cinematography Project

🎬 Final Project

Photography & Cinematography Portfolio Project

• Professional portrait/product photography series
• Outdoor or lifestyle photography series
• Storyboard and shot list
• Short cinematic video sequence
• Cinematic lighting exercise
• Final edited photo and video portfolio

📝 Assessment

• Camera operation practical test
• Photography composition assignment
• Lighting practical assessment
• Cinematography shot exercise
• Camera movement practical
• Storyboard and shot-list assignment
• Final photography & cinematography project
• Portfolio presentation and viva