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This course is meant for those who wish to become professional photographers or take-up photography very seriously. While this course is not a specialisation course, it provides the students an orientation to professional photography. Most importantly, the course enables one to achieve a thorough and a clear understanding of photography fundamentals, as well as acquire a strong artistic and technical prowess in the various complex aspects of photography. With such strong foundations in photography, it empowers a student to become a professional much quicker than the rest.



This 24 weeks learning program is an opportunity for students (with vaild ID cards) or/and youngsters below the age of 25 years, to master the various aspects of photography. Others can enroll too, but at a higher (full) fees. At the end of the course, one will receive a certificate and a selection of the best images will be displayed at an annual photography exhibition.
 


FUNDAMENTAL CONCEPTS OF PHOTOGRAPHY
(30 sessions)

Discussing different professional choices in photography.
Understanding the camera and its components,
Brief history of camera and photography,
Understanding digital photography,
Understanding light
Colour theory, Colour correction and White Balance
Understanding and controlling exposure
Using Aperture, Shutter and film speeds (ISO)
Adjusting exposure and Exposure Compensation
Understanding lenses. Types and uses of lenses
Methods of focusing.
Understanding Depth of Field.
Effectively and creatively using Depth of Field
Freezing motion
Image resolution
RAW vs Jpeg
Handling difficult light situations
Low Light and uneven light
Understanding Strobe lights and Flash
Effectively using flash
Create silhouettes, pan effects, zoom bursts, etc
Basic Photo editing


CREATIVE PHOTOGRAPHY
(30 sessions)

Composition and photography techniques
Shooting on the field  - thinking by yourself
Candid Photography
Street Photography
Visual Story telling
Advanced light theory
Portraiture
Natural light portraits
Understanding studio strobes
Understanding light meter
Working with studio strobes
Theory of lighting
Studio portraiture
Advanced Photo editing
HDR
Panorama
Basic Video & Time lapse
Light painting
Advanced low light photography


ORIENTATION TO PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY
(12 sessions)

Orientation to Photojournalism & Documentary photography
Orientation to Commercial Photography
Orientation to Sports Photography
Portfolio Development

 
                


       COURSE DURATION   : 72 sessions (24 weeks)

       BATCHES                 : Weekdays - morning 
                                              (3 sessions every week)

                                             Weekdays - evening
                                              (3 sessions every week)

       COURSE FEE           :  Rs 25,000 plus taxes
                                              (for students or applicants under 25 years)

                                               Rs 40,000 plus taxes
                                              (for non-students or applicants above 25 years)                                           
                                             
      
         Call +91 9619315130 or write to [email protected]for enrollment or for
         any query regarding the course.  

 
       

 Upcoming Course Schedule*
Mumbai
Morning   -  10.00 am to 12.00 pm   -  11 May to 16 Oct 2015
Evening   -  05.00 pm to 07.00 pm   -  11 May to 16 Oct 2015
Kolkata
Morning   -  10.00 am to 12.00 pm   -  02 Apr to 10 Sep 2015
Evening   -  05.00 pm to 07.00 pm   -  02 Apr to 10 Sep 2015
Delhi
Morning   -  10.00 am to 12.00 pm   -  to be announced
Evening   -  05.00 pm to 07.00 pm   -  1to be announced
       * Date & timing are subject to change.No classes will be held during  year-end winter break
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The experienced faculty of Udaan brings to table, a melting pot of ideas and creativity that will enrich the student?s pursuit of photography.
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"Udaan" as the name suggests was an important tool in shaping the creative minds of all those who has the passion and zest for photography...Nisreen

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"I enjoyed the course immensely for a number of reasons...Rohan

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