Course Highlights
- Introduction to key principles and objectives.
- Importance of parallel verticals in professional architectural shots.
- Application of composition techniques inspired by master painters and photographers.
- Practical exercises to enhance architectural shots using composition principles.
- Immersive on-location photoshoots for practical skill development.
- Capturing diverse architectural shots at different times and within a single location.
- Mastery of essential tools, including tilt-shift lenses.
- Creative use of hardware tools for precise control and unique effects.
- Recognition and capture of iconic and memorable aspects of architecture.
- Hands-on practice in shooting signature/hero shots.
- Techniques to overcome camera limitations through bracketed exposures.
- Creation of HDR images for expanded dynamic range.
- Utilisation of professional software tools for advanced editing.
- Portfolio creation, panoramic image stitching, and use of AI generative tools.
Who is this course for?
This course is designed for individuals with an interest in landscape and architecture photography, including:
- Photography enthusiasts seeking to specialize in architectural and landscape photography.
- Professional photographers aiming to enhance their skills in capturing architectural structures and landscapes.
- Individuals aspiring to build a portfolio of visually compelling architectural images.
- Those interested in understanding the technical aspects of hardware tools, composition, and post-processing techniques specific to architectural photography.
- Anyone looking to master the art of capturing iconic and memorable moments in architectural settings.
Here are the eligibility requirements for this course:
Completed grade 12 or any higher level.
Essential Tools and Materials
Equipment needed:
- Laptop
- Computer with a mouse or preferably graphic tablet such as Wacom with pressure-sensitive stylus and Wacom mouse. Windows based or Mac is suitable, but it needs to be a recent model with a sufficient cpu/gpu power. Abundant hard drive space.
- If computer can't read camera memory cards, additional external card reader will be needed to transfer the files onto computers and work on the files.
- Camera: full frame DSLR or mirrorless with wide angle lens (15 to 20mm), medium zoom (24 to 70mm and one telephoto lens (70 to 300mm),
- ND (Neutral Density) filter (10 stops) which matches the lens thread,
- Circular polarizer which matches the lens thread,
- remote trigger (intervalometer with 1 second or longer intervals),
- good quality tripod with a ball head and a matching mounting plate for the camera.
- More than one fully charged camera battery (for 6 hours shot)
Apps, softwares:
- Adobe Lightroom Classic,
- Photoshop 2023,
- DxO Nik Collection (Photoshop plugin),
- Luminar AI,
- Topaz Sharpen AI
Course Outcome
Upon completion of the Professional Architectural Photography course, participants will:
- Acquire the skills to artfully apply composition principles, drawing inspiration from master painters and photographers, to create visually compelling architectural images.
- Demonstrate proficiency in using light sources to enhance architectural mood, with hands-on experience capturing diverse shots at different times and locations.
- Gain expertise in utilising essential hardware tools, especially tilt-shift lenses, for precise control over perspective and the creation of unique effects.
- Develop the ability to recognize and capture the most memorable aspects of architecture, creating signature/hero shots that stand out.
- Learn techniques to overcome camera sensor limitations, including shooting bracketed exposures for HDR processing, expanding dynamic range and minimising noise.
- Utilise professional software tools for advanced editing, portfolio creation, and panoramic image stitching, achieving polished and impactful architectural photographs.
Course Accreditation
Certificate course accredited by KHDA on request.
Course Location
On location:
Colors Art Institute, 901 Control Tower, Motor City, Dubai
Note: The location for the second day's on-field practical session will be communicated at a later date.
Course Fee
Regular Fee: AED 3750
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