Photography and Digital Techniques - Practical

Paper Code: 
25JMC226
Credits: 
4
Contact Hours: 
60.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

Course Objective

This course will enable the students to analyse the components and interactions of the exposure triangle, depth of field and their effects by exploring the properties, sources, nature and characteristics of light. Assess the role and significance of photojournalism in documenting and conveying news stories, events, and social issues.

 

Course Outcomes: 

Course Outcomes (COs):

Course

Learning outcome

(at course level)

Learning and teaching strategies

Assessment Strategies

Course Code

Course

Title

25JMC226

Photography and

Digital Techniques  - Practical

CO73: Analyse the structural components and operational principles of different types of photographic cameras, lenses and accessories.

CO74: Evaluate the technical and aesthetic qualities of photographs.

CO75: Explore the impact of different lighting techniques and the suitability of different lighting setups.

CO76: Incorporate photo editing techniques and software tools to enhance the visual appeal and storytelling potential of photographs

CO77: Apply knowledge of photojournalism and visual storytelling techniques.

CO78: Contribute effectively in course-specific interaction.

Approach in teaching:

Interactive Lectures, Discussion, Tutorials, Reading assignments, Demonstration

 

Learning activities for the students:

Self-learning assignments, Effective questions, Simulation, Seminar presentation, s, Field work

 

Class test, Semester end examinations, Quiz, Solving problems in tutorials, Assignments, Presentation, Individual and group projects, software learning, working on professional still cameras SLRS, DSLRS, outdoor photography, theme based photography

 

12.00
Unit I: 
Unit I: Fundamentals of Photographic Equipment and Techniques
  • Basics of photography
  • Types of photographic cameras
  • Photographic lenses and their uses
  • Camera and lens accessories

 

12.00
Unit II: 
Unit II: Advanced Photographic Techniques
  • Exposure triangle
  • Depth of field
  • Rules of composition
  • Capture photographs at different f-stops, and shutter speeds

 

12.00
Unit III: 
Unit III: Illuminating Perspectives: Exploring Light and Photography
  • Sources, properties and nature of light
  • Lighting equipment and accessories
  • Practice different lighting techniques
  • Click nature, portrait, architecture, night and product photographs

 

12.00
Unit IV: 
Unit IV: The Art of Digital Enhancement
  • Process of editing
  • Photo editing softwares
  • Utilise various editing tools for photo 1enhancement
  • Present a comparative project displaying both unedited and edited photographs
12.00
Unit V: 
Unit V: Photojournalism and Multimedia Storytelling
  • Elements of visual news story telling
  • Photojournalism
  • Photo captions
  • Photo stories, features and essays
  • Create a photo story for a magazine
  • Create an audio-visual project using still photographs on a given theme

 

Essential Readings: 

Essential Readings:

  • Munro, N. (2016). The Beginner's Photography Guide. DK.
  • Ang, T. (2018). Digital Photography: An Introduction, 5th Edition. DK.
  • Bilissi, E., & Langford, M. (2011). Langford's Advanced Photography: The guide for aspiring photographers (The Langford Series), 8th Edition. Routledge.
  • Luck, S., & Freeman, J. (2016). Complete Practical Guide to Digital and Classic Photography: The Expert's Manual on Taking Great Photographs. Lorenz Books.
  • Singh, B. P. (n.d.). Photo Journalism.
  • Jairek, R. (n.d.). Photography for Beginners: Essentials You Must Know.
  • Singh, B. P. (n.d.). Photo Journalism.
  • Bailey, A. (1979). The Book of Colour Photography: The Complete Guide to Taking Colour Pictures. Ebury Press.

 

References: 

Suggested Readings:

  • Freeman, M. (2017). The Photographer's Eye: Composition and Design for Better Digital Photographs. Focal Press.
  • Horenstein, H. (2012). Digital Photography: A Basic Manual. Little, Brown and Company.
  • Prakel, D. (2010). Photography: The Complete Visual Guide. Laurence King Publishing.
  •  Freeman, M. (2016). The Photographer's Story: The Art of Visual Narrative. Ilex Press.
  • Peterson, B. (2016). Understanding Exposure: How to Shoot Great Photographs with Any Camera. Amphoto Books.
  •  Hunter, F. (2017). Lighting for Digital Photography: From Snapshots to Great Shots. Peachpit Press.
  • White, B. (2017). Light, Science, and Magic: An Introduction to Photographic Lighting. Routledge.
  • Kelby, S. (2017). The Digital Photography Book: Part 1. Peachpit Press.
  • Cassidy, K. (2013). Understanding camera lenses: A beginner's guide to buying lenses for your DSLR. Kyle Cassidy.
  • Plater, S., & Wilkinson, P. (2015). Mastering portrait photography. Ilex Press.
  • Shinkle, E. (2017). Fashion photography: The story in 180 pictures. Prestel.
  • Peterson, B. (2016). Understanding exposure (4th ed.).Amphoto Books.
  • Child, J. (2012). Photographic lighting: Essential skills. Photography for All.
  • Kelby, S. (2018). The Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic CC book for digital photographers (Voices that matter). New Riders.
  • Kobre, K. (2013). Photojournalism: The professionals' approach (7th ed.). Focal Press.

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Academic Year: 
2025-2026
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