Program
Photography Mastery
First month:
Week 1
Lesson 1: Introduction to Photography and Camera Basics
• Overview of different camera types and lenses.
• How to choose the right camera for your needs.
• Basics of exposure (ISO, aperture, shutter speed).
• Composition basics
Lesson 2: Working with Natural Light
• Understanding different types of lighting (natural light, studio light, mixed lighting).
Week 2
Understanding Your Camera and Practical Shooting
Lesson 3: Getting to Know Your Camera
• How to adjust camera settings for various shooting conditions.
• Using auto and manual modes.
• Understanding focus and sharpness.
Lesson 4: Practical Shoot Using Natural Light
• Outdoor and/or studio shooting with natural light.
• Applying the knowledge of composition and lighting.
• Review and feedback on the students’ work.
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Week 3
Portrait Photography
Lesson 5: Portrait Photography Basics
• Posing models and working with facial expressions.
• Composition in portrait photography.
• How to use light sources for portraits.
Lesson 6: Practical Portrait Photography Session
• Preparing for a portrait shoot: lighting, composition, and poses.
• Reviewing students’ work and providing tips for improvement.
Week 4
Lesson 7: Photo Editing
Basics of photo editing: sharpening, white balance, contrast.
• Introduction to Lightroom and Photoshop for basic retouching.
• Principles of editing and fixing common photo mistakes.
Lesson 8: Practical Photo Editing Session
• Applying the learned techniques on real photographs.
• Retouching portraits and improving image quality.
Month 2: Advanced Techniques and Studio Shooting
Week 5: Introduction to Studio Photography
• Lesson 9: Studio Lighting Basics
• Types of studio lights: softboxes, ring lights, strobes.
• Working with directional and diffused light.
• Lighting setups for portrait photography.
Lesson 10: Practical Studio Shoot
• Shooting with various light sources in the studio (man portrait / couple portrait).
• Experimenting with light direction, hard vs. soft light.
• Tips for creating dramatic lighting effects.
Week 6: Commercial and Fashion Photography
• Lesson 11: Commercial and
Developing a concept for commercial shoots.
• Working with props, models, and styling for fashion photography.
• The structure of a fashion shoot and how to work with clients.
Lesson 12: Practical Fashion Photography Session
• Real-life fashion shoot with models, applying studio lighting techniques.
• Reviewing and analyzing the students’ shots and providing improvement suggestions.
Week 7: Wedding and Documentary Photography
Lesson 13: Wedding Photography Techniques
• Preparing for wedding shoots: candid vs. posed shots.
• Capturing emotions and key moments at weddings.
• Organizing a wedding photography session and client interaction.
Lesson 14: Practical Wedding Shoot
• Wedding-style photoshoot mimicking a real event.
• Tips for capturing important moments (ring exchange, first kiss, etc.).
Week 8: Final Shoot and Post-Processing
Lesson 15: Retouching and Final Editing for Commercial Projects
• Advanced retouching techniques for fashion and wedding photos.
• Skin retouching, background removal, and clothing editing.
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Lesson 16: Final Photography Session and Portfolio Review
• Presenting final projects and reviewing the students’ work.
• Creating a personal portfolio and promoting it.
• Tips for starting a career in photography and gaining clients.
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Summary:
• Month 1: Learn photography basic
Month 1: Learn photography basics, camera handling, portraiture, and basic photo editing.
Month 2: Focus on advanced techniques in studio and fashion photography, wedding photography, and post-processing.
Lessons will take place in the evening and on weekends, with 2 lessons per week in www.marse-studios.com. The course includes both theoretical and practical components, allowing students to not only learn essential photography techniques but also build a real portfolio.
Program
Fashion photography
Lesson 1: Lighting and Working with Models
• Natural Light: Shooting near windows, using reflectors.
• Artificial Light: Working with softboxes and hard light.
• Posing: Classic poses, different angles, dynamic movements.
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Lesson 2: Posing and Emotions
• Classic Poses: Shooting in various poses from different angles.
• Movement: Working with model movement, fabrics, and accessories.
• Emotions: Capturing different moods and emotions of the model.
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Lesson 3: Lighting Setups
• Lighting Schemes: Working with Rembrandt and Butterfly lighting setups.
• Two Light Sources: Using key light and fill light.
• Backlighting and Gels: Shooting with backlight and color gels.
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Lesson 4: Retouching and Final Touches
• Retouching: Skin retouching, removing imperfections, image editing.
• Color Correction: Toning, creating stylized looks.
• Final Touches: Applying artistic filters, creating the final style.
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