Photography

Course Description

The Photography (OV-896-PH) course is designed as a value-added program for students pursuing Animation & VFX, providing them with essential skills in framing, composition, lighting, and photo editing. The course introduces students to the history and principles of photography, the anatomy and functions of cameras, and technical aspects such as ISO, exposure, shutter speed, lenses, filters, and depth of field. Students gain hands-on experience in indoor and outdoor studio lighting, portrait, landscape, street, and macro photography, and learn to edit and manipulate photographs professionally, complementing their skills in film making, lighting, and compositing.

Learning Outcomes – OV-896-PH

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge of the history and principles of photography.
• Understand the anatomy of cameras and operate them effectively.
• Apply correct ISO, exposure, shutter speed, and focus settings for diverse shooting conditions.
• Utilize lenses, filters, white balance, and depth of field to enhance image quality.
• Execute framing and composition techniques for creative storytelling.
• Apply indoor and outdoor lighting techniques, including studio and natural lighting setups.
• Capture professional portrait, landscape, street, and macro photographs.
• Perform photo editing and manipulation to enhance, retouch, and transform images.

Career Opportunities – OV-896-PH

• Photographer (Studio, Portrait, Landscape, or Commercial)
• Lighting Assistant / Cinematography Assistant
• Photo Editor / Retouch Artist
• Digital Content Creator / Social Media Visual Designer
• Freelance Photographer or Visual Storyteller
• Compositing and VFX Support Roles in Film & Animation Studios

Course Briefing – OV-896-PH (Photography)

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to photography tailored for Animation & VFX students. Students learn the technical and creative aspects of cameras, lenses, exposure, and lighting, with practical assignments in indoor and outdoor setups. Emphasis is placed on framing, composition, and depth of field, alongside photo editing and manipulation skills using professional software. By the end of the course, learners develop the ability to produce high-quality photographs that enhance their understanding of lighting, visual storytelling, and compositing in film and digital media.