Courses
Phone Photography 101
GETTING STARTED
Welcome to the world of Phone Photography where you capture infinite possibilities under the sky! Like most people especially in our country, your smartphone is the camera you always have with you. But simply taking a picture is worlds apart from creating a compelling - inspiring photograph. This course is designed to close that gap and transform your everyday snaps into truly stunning images.
WHY CAMERA PHONE?
It is a universal tool in our world of present day photography. It is a way of life for most, so handy and instant—it's the most accessible and immediate form of visual storytelling today. By the end of this course, you will appreciate the key advantages of your pocket-sized camera:
a) Convenience and Portability: Your camera is always with you, ready to capture
spontaneous, unrepeatable moments.
b) Instant Creativity: You can shoot, edit, and share your work with the world in a
matter of minutes.
c) Unleashing Potential: Modern smartphones are packed with sophisticated
computational photography and manual controls that most users don't even
know exist.
WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?
We will move beyond auto-mode and dive into the fundamental principles that make a photograph great, regardless of the camera you use. This course focuses on practical, hands-on learning to help you develop your 'photographer's eye.'
Here is a glimpse of the topics we will cover:
Mastering Your Device: We'll learn about tips and techniques before, during and after the photoshoot to include: 1) Proper camera handling and simple preparatory activities 2) Basic camera features 3) the principles of photography and the art of composition. Learn to apply timeless techniques like the Rule of Thirds , Leading Lines, and Symmetry to create balanced and captivating shots. 4) Working with Light: understand how the quality, direction, and color of light can make or break your image, and how to use natural light to your advantage. Lastly, review your images and create your own digital photo gallery or share your photos in various websites or for other meaningful purposes.
We are excited to start this visual journey with you. Get ready to embrace your smartphone's full potential and capture your world like a pro!
Photography For Life
MINDFULNESS CREATIVE ENERGY PURPOSE
GETTING STARTED
This is a different kind of journey for practically everyone interested in photography. More than just learning how to capture images, all the sessions will be a unique invitation to take a pause from external noise and chaos; bring yourself as a co-creator; carry your camera or camera phone as your companion; and, express yourself in connection with the environment through your own photographic lens.
In “Photography for Life” everyone is a welcome participant and here’s what you can expect from every session:
a) The camera whatever form it may come is your most valuable companion (never a mechanical tool) and you will learn in most amazing ways, all the tips and techniques by just being yourself and free of judgement. You will learn to let go, be in the power of now and to creatively create photographs moving away from merely snap shots.
b) Each session will be uniquely different as it connects you with different environments, opportunity to enhance photography skills and techniques in various genres like outdoor portraiture, nature & landscape photography, macro photography, street photography, night photography, etc.
c) Explore your creative energy and immerse on various subjects like:
Landscape: mountains, hills, and valleys, forests, woods, trees and rock formations, etc
Seascape: lakes, rivers, waterfalls, shorelines and sand, etc
Animal Life: birds in flight or perched, butterflies, insects, spider
Plant Life: flowers, blossoms, and buds, trees, canopies, leaves, moss, fungi/mushrooms, crops, fields, vineyards, etc
Urban & Man-Made Structures: These subjects cover anything built or created by people, particularly in public spaces.
Light & Shadow: strong contrast creating dramatic scenes, the elongated shape of a subject's shadow
Abstract shapes and forms
MINDFULNESS PRACTICE
All photographs are created in the present moment, timeless and eternal. You will sink deeply into the present visual moment that will lead you into the depth of your soul and unleash your mystical mood. Every session is a cultivation of patience and non-judgement. A photographer waiting for the perfect moment of light or composition teaches patience. Reviewing your shots is practiced with non-judgmental awareness, allowing you to observe your creations without the pressure of perfection, mirroring the acceptance is central to mindfulness practice. By the time the session concludes, the act of photographing transforms into a profound way of being present. You leave not just with a collection of beautiful images, but with a calmer mind, clearer focus, and a renewed sense of connection to the world that continues long after the lens cap is back on.
EASY SOUND, BREATHING & MOVEMENT SESSIONS TO CALM THE SENSES
The participants shall also experience some brief breathing practice, sound healing and movement sessions in between mindful photography work. The purpose is to calm the mind and senses, to release tensions and negative energies if any and to tap into the higher self for creative energy to flourish.
PHOTOGRAPHY FLOW
Each session in Photography for Life will be unique, may vary in content and location and may only take your time depending on your taste and preference to participate. A session would normally just take an hour and the beginning one could already be a great transformative point to keep you interested in this kind of photography journey.
Beyond Snapshots: Master Your Camera Phone for Travel & Tourism
INTRODUCTION
Travel photography is far more than just taking pictures of landmarks; it is a vital form of documentation, a powerful marketing tool, and a profound mode of personal expression.
FOR WHOM IS THE WORKSHOP INTENDED FOR
Any individual partaking a role in the tourism industry including the owners of destination, staff and personnel, tourism educators and the travellers themselves are invited to join.
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM THE WORKSHOP
This workshop offers basic yet complete photography tips and techniques that can be applied in taking photos of travel destinations including all the elements that can be found within it. The participant shall learn the skill of photo composition, the principles of photography, the visualization technique and different forms of photographic expression.
The participants will have a chance to explore photography activities and exercises through his own photographic lens. Any form of image taking device can be used.
Get exposed to various subjects like:Landscapes both exterior and interior, Seascapes, Urban and Man Made structures, Light and Shadows