Weekend Fashion Photography Course
Live Your Passion for fashion
“Live Your Passion for fashion”
The Curriculum
Class 1: Introduction to Fashion Photography
- Objectives : Understanding the basics of fashion photography, its history, and its significance in the fashion industry.
- Topics Covered
- History and evolution of fashion photography.
- Key fashion photographers and their styles.
- Differences between fashion photography and other genres.
- Introduction to fashion magazines and media.
- Assignment : Research and present a report on a famous fashion photographer.
Class 2: Understanding Fashion Photography Equipment
- Objectives : Familiarization with the essential equipment used in fashion photography.
- Topics Covered
- Cameras (DSLR, mirrorless) and lenses (prime vs. zoom).
- Lighting equipment (natural light, studio lights, reflectors).
- Accessories (tripods, light meters, diffusers).
- Digital vs. film photography in fashion.
- Hands-On Activity : Setting up and using basic photography equipment.
Class 3: Lighting Techniques in Fashion Photography
- Objectives : Mastering various lighting techniques to create mood and style.
- Topics Covered
- Natural vs. artificial lighting.
- Studio lighting setups (three-point lighting, high-key, low-key).
- Outdoor lighting and working with natural light.
- Creative lighting techniques (backlighting, silhouettes).
- Hands-On Activity : Practical lighting setups and experimenting with different lighting techniques.
Class 4: Posing and Directing Models
- Objectives : Learning how to pose models and direct them to convey the desired look and emotion.
- Topics Covered
- Communication skills for directing models.
- Basic and advanced posing techniques.
- Posing for different body types and fashion styles.
- Creating a comfortable and productive environment for models.
- Assignment : Conduct a mini-photoshoot focusing on posing and directing.
Final Evaluation
- Project Submission : Each student submits a final portfolio.
- Presentation : Present and discuss the portfolio in class.
- Feedback Session : Receive constructive feedback from peers and the instructor.
Class 5: Fashion Styling and Wardrobe Coordination
- Objectives : Understanding the importance of styling and wardrobe in fashion photography.
- Topics Covered
- Role of a stylist in a photoshoot.
- Selecting outfits and accessories.
- Coordinating colors, patterns, and textures.
- Working with designers and stylists.
- Hands-On Activity : Collaborate with a stylist to plan and execute a styled shoot.
Class 6: Composition and Framing in Fashion Photography
- Objectives : Learning the principles of composition to create visually appealing images.
- Topics Covered
- Rule of thirds, leading lines, symmetry, and asymmetry.
- Framing and cropping techniques.
- Using negative space effectively.
- Experimenting with different angles and perspectives.
- Hands-On Activity : Practical exercises in composition and framing.
Class 7: Post-Processing and Editing Fashion Photos
- Objectives : Mastering post-processing techniques to enhance and finalize fashion photographs.
- Topics Covered
- Introduction to photo editing software (Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom).
- Basic editing (exposure, contrast, color correction).
- Advanced retouching techniques (skin smoothing, blemish removal, dodge and burn).
- Creating and applying presets/filters.
- Assignment : Edit a set of photos from a previous class photoshoot.
Class 8: Building a Fashion Photography Portfolio
- Objectives : Creating a professional portfolio to showcase your work.
- Topics Covered
- Selecting and curating your best work.
- Organizing and presenting your portfolio.
- Digital vs. print portfolios.
- Marketing yourself and finding clients.
- Final Project : Create a complete portfolio and present it to the class for feedback.
The Faculty