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Syed

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$16/hr

1^st lesson free

Photography
Film photography
Fashion photography
Photojournalism

Master Film Photography, Portraits and Photojournalism with Practical Guidance from a Professional Photographer

Photography
Film photography
Fashion photography
Photojournalism

Lesson location

- online

About Syed

I am a filmmaker, photographer, and media professional with a Bachelor’s degree in Media Studies and currently pursuing a Master’s in Media Studies. I have several years of practical experience in photography, cinematography, filmmaking, and visual storytelling.

My photography work includes portrait photography, film photography, photojournalism, documentary, event, and commercial photography. I have also received recognition for my creative work, including **1st place in a photography project competition**, and have participated in photography projects, exhibitions, and photowalks.

As an instructor, I combine academic knowledge with real-world experience to make photography easy, practical, and engaging. I focus on helping students understand not only camera settings and technical skills, but also **composition, lighting, storytelling, creativity, and visual communication**.

Whether you are a complete beginner, a university student, or an intermediate photographer looking to improve your portfolio, I tailor my lessons to your goals and help you develop your own creative style.

About the lesson

# Course Outline: Film Photography, Portrait Photography & Photojournalism

My lessons are designed for beginners and intermediate photographers who want to understand photography beyond simply operating a camera. We combine technical skills, creative thinking, visual storytelling, and practical exercises.

# 1. Photography Fundamentals

* Understanding how a camera works
* Exposure triangle: aperture, shutter speed, and ISO
* Focal length and perspective
* Depth of field and motion
* Manual camera settings
* Choosing the right settings for different situations

# 2. Composition & Visual Language

* Rule of thirds and when to break it
* Leading lines, symmetry, framing, and negative space
* Balance and visual hierarchy
* Creating depth in photographs
* Understanding perspective and camera angles
* Developing a strong visual style

# 3. Film Photography

* Introduction to analog/film photography
* Different film stocks and their characteristics
* Choosing the right film for different situations
* Shooting and metering with film cameras
* Understanding ISO in film
* Film exposure and latitude
* Basic film photography workflow
* Creative differences between film and digital photography

# 4. Portrait Photography

* Understanding natural and artificial light
* Lighting direction and quality
* Working with available light
* Portrait composition and framing
* Posing and directing subjects
* Capturing natural expressions
* Environmental portraits
* Creating mood and emotion through lighting and composition

# 5. Photojournalism

* Introduction to documentary and journalistic photography
* Finding and developing photographic stories
* Observation and anticipation
* Capturing authentic moments
* Ethics and responsibility in photojournalism
* Photographing people and public spaces respectfully
* Creating a visual narrative through a series of photographs
* Selecting and sequencing images for a photo story

# 6. Visual Storytelling

* How photographs communicate ideas and emotions
* Creating meaning through composition
* Using light, colour, and perspective
* Photographing moments rather than just subjects
* Building a coherent photographic series
* Developing your own visual identity

# 7. Practical Assignments

Students will receive photography exercises based on their level, such as:

* Portrait assignments
* Street photography exercises
* Film photography challenges
* Light and shadow exercises
* Photojournalism story assignments
* Creating a small photographic series

# 8. Image Review & Feedback

* Reviewing your photographs together
* Identifying strengths and weaknesses
* Improving composition and exposure
* Discussing creative choices
* Building a stronger photographic portfolio
* Constructive feedback to help you develop your own style

# Learning Outcomes

By the end of the lessons, students will be able to:

* Confidently operate a camera using manual settings
* Understand exposure, composition, lighting, and perspective
* Make intentional creative decisions when taking photographs
* Shoot and understand the fundamentals of film photography
* Create stronger and more expressive portraits
* Capture authentic moments using photojournalistic techniques
* Develop photographs that communicate a story or emotion
* Analyse and critique their own photographs
* Build a small photography portfolio or photo series
* Develop a personal visual style and creative approach

# Course Format

**Lesson Type:** Online 1-to-1 sessions
**Level:** Beginner to Intermediate
**Duration:** 60–90 minutes per lesson
**Format:** Live video lessons, demonstrations, discussions, practical exercises, and photo reviews

Each lesson will combine **theory + practical application + feedback**. Students will receive exercises between sessions and can bring their photographs to the next lesson for detailed feedback and improvement.

The course can also be customised according to your goals — whether you want to learn photography as a hobby, improve your portfolio, prepare for university, develop your photojournalism skills, or build a professional photography practice.

The goal is not simply to teach you how to take technically correct photographs, but to help you understand **why a photograph works, how to tell stories through images, and how to develop your own perspective as a photographer.**

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