Course introduction

Discover the joy of photography, recognized as the world's most popular hobby. The Digital Basic Photography Course will bring you into the exciting world of digital photography. You will be taught the basic theory and fundamentals of photography. At PSS, we believe that it is essential for one to be well-versed in the fundamentals. You will be trained to develop a creative approach to capture images with impact. The course is unique as it is based on a modular system and taught by different instructors specializing in different fields. Participants will be exposed to the various specialization of photography of photography and allow the participants to interact with different instructors who possess different styles.

Course Pre-Requisites

Participants are required to bring a DSLR/MILC camera on the first lesson.

Course Outline

*Important*
In the event that you miss any of the modules, you may go for a make-up in another batch within six months from the commencement of your original first class.

Lesson 1: Introduction to Photography

    * Introduction to camera
    * Introduction to lens
    * Aperture
    * Shutter speed
    * Focus length
    * Composition
    * Depth of field

Lesson 2: Introduction to the Functionalities of a Camera

    * Metering
    * Exposure compassion
    * White balance
    * ISO
    * A mode
    * S mode
    * M mode

Lesson 3: Day Outing at Botanic Gardens (Weekend)

    * Zoom or close up photography
    * Wide angle photography
    * Perspective and framing
    * Fast shutter
    * Slow shutter

Lesson 4: Photo Clinic

    * Review of Course Content
    * “Do’s” and “Don’t’s” of Course Submissions
    * Photo Critique Session

Assessment

Upon completion of the course, students are required to submit 6 pcs. of 8R/S8R prints for assessment. The instructor will brief the participants on course submissions.

A course certificate will be awarded for successful submission.

Available Course Sessions

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Trainer Profile

Photographic Society of Singapore

The Photographic Society of Singapore (PSS) is formed in 1950 with an initial committee of thirty people. Over sixty years since its inception, PSS has aimed to be the leading photographic society in the region catering to the needs and interests of photographers.

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