Still Photography

Paper Code: 
24GJMC101A
Credits: 
4
Contact Hours: 
60.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

This course will enable the students to analyse photography's key concepts, history, technical aspects, and explore visual storytelling techniques in photojournalism.

 

Course Outcomes: 

Course

Learning outcome

(at course level)

Learning and teaching strategies

Assessment Strategies

Course Code

Course

title

24GJMC101A

Still Photography

(Theory)

 

CO25: Examine the structural components and functionalities of various types of photographic equipment.

CO26: Analyse the technical and aesthetic qualities of photographs.

CO27: Evaluate the impact and suitability of different lighting equipment and accessories for various photographic scenarios.

CO28: Explore photo editing techniques and software tools.

CO29: Apply knowledge of photojournalism and visual storytelling techniques to produce compelling works.

CO30: Contribute effectively in course-specific interaction.

Approach in teaching:

Interactive Lectures, Discussion, Tutorials, Reading assignments, Demonstration

 

 

Learning activities for the students:

Self-learning assignments, Simulation, Seminar presentation, Field practical

Class test Semester end examinations Quiz Assignment Presentation, and Individual projects

 

12.00
Unit I: 
Foundations of Photography
  • Photography: Definition, Meaning & Concept
  • History of photography
  • Types of photographic cameras and their structure (Pin-hole, SLR, TLR, DSLR)
  • Lenses and its types
  • Camera accessories

 

12.00
Unit II: 
Photographic Genres and Techniques
  • Types of photography: Portrait, Fashion, Wildlife, Nature, Architecture, and Night
  • Exposure triangle: Aperture, Shutter Speed, ISO
  • Focus and depth of field
  • Rules of composition

 

12.00
Unit III: 
Understanding Lights and Lighting
  • Sources of light - Natural and Artificial
  • Properties of light
  • The nature of light- Direct Light, Soft light, Hard light, Directional Light
  • Lighting techniques
  • Lighting equipment and accessories

 

12.00
Unit IV: 
Introduction to Photo Editing
  • Introduction to editing
  • Need for editing
  • Process of editing
  • Photo editing softwares
  • Cropping and Morphing
  • Pixel and megapixels

 

12.00
Unit V: 
Photojournalism and Visual Storytelling
  • Elements of visual news story telling
  • Photojournalism
  • Photo captions
  • Photo Stories
  • Photo Features
  • Photo Essays

 

Essential Readings: 
  • Jairek, R. (n.d.). Photography for Beginners: Essentials You Must Know.
  • Bilissi, E., & Langford, M. (2011). Langford's Advanced Photography: The guide for aspiring photographers (The Langford Series), 8th Edition. Routledge.
  • Munro, N. (2016). The Beginner's Photography Guide. DK.
  • 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.

 

References: 

Suggested Readings:

  • ·         Newhall, B. (1982). The history of photography: From 1839 to the present (revised and enlarged ed.). The Museum of Modern Art.
  • ·         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.
  • ·         Excell, L. S. (2011). Wildlife photography: From snapshots to great shots. Peachpit Press.
  • ·         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.
  • ·         McCord, J. (2013). Pixel perfect: The fundamentals of digital photography. Jim McCord.
  • ·         McNally, J. (2008). The moment it clicks: Photography secrets from one of the world's top shooters. New Riders.
  • ·         Kobre, K. (2013). Photojournalism: The professionals' approach (7th ed.). Focal Press.
  • ·         Klanten, R., & Ehmann, S. (2011). Visual storytelling: Inspiring a new visual language. Gestalten.

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Academic Year: 
2024-2025
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