TOPICS TO BE COVERED IN PHOTOGRAPHY
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INTRODUCTION TO PHOTOGRAPHY
Understanding the basics of photography
Different types of cameras (DSLR, mirrorless, smartphone)
Camera settings: ISO, aperture, shutter speed
COMPOSITION AND FRAMING
Rule of thirds
Leading lines
Framing techniques
Balancing elements
LIGHTING TECHNIQUES
Natural light photography
Studio lighting
Using flash effectively
Golden hour and blue hour photography
PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHY
Posing and directing subjects
Portraits in different lighting conditions
Environmental portraits
Candid and posed portraits
LANDSCAPE PHOTOGRAPHY
Finding compelling landscapes
Using filters (ND, polarizers)
Capturing different times of day
Long exposure techniques
MACRO PHOTOGRAPHY
Close-up photography
Equipment for macro photography
Composition in macro photography
Lighting for macro shots
STREET PHOTOGRAPHY
Capturing everyday life
Ethical considerations
Candid vs. posed street photography
Telling a story through street photos
PHOTO EDITING AND POST-PROCESSING
Introduction to editing software (Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop)
Basic photo retouching
Color correction and enhancement
Creative editing techniques
PHOTOGRAPHY STYLES AND GENRES
Fashion photography
Wildlife photography
Sports photography
Architectural photography
PHOTOGRAPHY PROJECTS
Creating a photo series
Thematic photography projects
Documenting a community or event
Portfolio development
BUSINESS AND MARKETING FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS
Building a photography portfolio
Marketing and branding for photographers
Pricing and selling your work
Legal considerations in photography
ETHICS AND COPYRIGHT IN PHOTOGRAPHY
Understanding copyright laws
Model releases and permissions
Ethical considerations in photography
Protecting your own work
Photography Gear and Equipment
CAMERA TYPES AND BRANDS
Lenses and their uses
Tripods, filters, and accessories
Maintenance and care of photography equipment
EXPERIMENTAL AND CREATIVE PHOTOGRAPHY
Abstract photography
Multiple exposures
Light painting
Composite photography