Diploma in Commercial Photography

Course Overview

This course is designed for photographers looking to specialize in commercial photography. This course spans multiple subjects such as advanced lighting, digital photography, and exposure techniques. It includes extensive hands-on sessions covering multiple photography types such as product, fashion and food. Additionally, the course includes editing methods and techniques that are necessary to make images ready for marketing and advertising purposes. By the end of the course, students will have the confidence and skills to handle commercial photography assignments independently.

Main Components

Light & Lighting – Understanding various light sources, quality of light, modifiers, and accessories.
Visualization & Composition – Developing creative vision, understanding color harmony, subject placement, and composition rules.
Specialized Photography– Learn advanced techniques in product, food, fashion, and advertising photography.
Photo Editing – Hands-on training with industry-standard software. (ABOBE Photoshop, Lightroom)
Real-world Assignments – Create portfolios tailored for commercial industries.

Duration

1 Year (Full Time)
Batch Size: 12 students per batch

Module 1 – Photo Editing & Retouching

Advanced image editing using Photoshop, Lightroom
Retouching techniques for product, food, fashion, and Ecommerce Industry
Use of high-end industry plugins for professional enhancements

Module 2 – Product Photography

Lighting techniques for metal, glass, fabric and textured products.
E-commerce photography – Jewelry, watches, electronics, and creative product shots.
Working with single, multi, and mixed lighting setups.

Module 3 – Food & Beverage Photography

Styling and use of props and fillers (glass, metal, and textured surfaces) to create high-impact food images.
HDR techniques for enhanced commercial food shots
Choosing various background and playing with multiple lightings

Module 4 – Beauty & Fashion Photography

Studio and outdoor lighting for portrait, glamour, and advertising shoots
Posing, expression control, and background selection for fashion editorials.
Techniques for high-key and low-key lighting in commercial beauty shoots.
Styling for corporate, catalogue, and advertising photography.

Attendance & Assignments

Mandatory Attendance: Students must maintain a minimum attendance level.
Assignments & Portfolio Development: Completion of assignments is required for certification.