Advanced Composition Course- School of Photography Singapore

Introduction:

The Advanced Composition & Storytelling course is the next step after completing the Essential Foundation course. It is designed for photographers looking to deepen their understanding of composition and storytelling. Building on the skills learned in the foundational course, this program introduces advanced techniques that will help you create images with greater depth, emotional resonance, and narrative power.

Course Fee:

- For 1-on-1 Lessons
  $1500/ 6 sessions/ 1.5 hour each
  (Personalized schedules & outlines)
- For Group Lessons
  $610/ 6 sessions/ 2 hours each

Course Description & expectations:

This 6-session course covers essential advanced techniques, including layering for depth, leading lines for visual flow, and Gestalt principles to engage viewers on a subconscious level. You will also explore night photography, learning how to use artificial lighting creatively in low-light conditions to build atmosphere and storytelling elements. Each session combines theory, practical assignments, and peer review, challenging you to apply what you learn in a hands-on manner. Students are expected to actively participate in discussions, complete assignments, and provide thoughtful peer feedback. By the end of the course, you will have created a cohesive body of work that showcases your ability to tell compelling stories through advanced compositional techniques.

Our training program embraces a three-part format which includes theory, application and review/critique. The sessions are a mixture of theory and practice for the optimal learning experience.

Knowledge REQUIREMENTS:

- Essential Foundation or Intermediate level and above.

Requirements:

- Any digital cameras
- Lens, 24mm or above
- Memory card

Course Outline:

- Module 1: Layering and Depth – Learn to create depth using foreground and background elements.
- Module 2: Leading Lines and Visual Flow – Guide the viewer’s eye with leading lines.
- Module 3: Gestalt Principles – Use Gestalt principles for engaging compositions.
- Module 4: Dynamic Tension and Balance – Create tension through contrast and balance.
- Module 5: Night Photography – Master artificial lighting in low-light settings.
- Module 6: Advanced Storytelling – Use symbolism and sequencing to tell visual stories.

Key benefits:

- Learn from Industry Professional: Our trainer is a prolific professional photographer with decades of experience in the field, he’s ready to share his expertise and insights.
- Hands-on Practice: Put your knowledge into action with practical exercises and assignments that will sharpen your skills.
- Personalized Feedback: Receive constructive feedback on your work to help you improve and grow as a photographer.
- Access to Community: Join a supportive community of photography enthusiasts, where you can connect, share ideas, and collaborate.
- Makeup Options For Missed Lessons: If you are unable to attend a lesson, you have the opportunity to join future groups within a year to make up for the missed class.

About Trainer:

This course is designed and conducted by award-winning photographer and photography mentor Alan Lim of School of Photography Singapore. Alan has been a professional photographer for more than 30 years, his work has been showcased and published on numerous sites which some can be seen below:

www.alanlimstudio.com
www.lensculture.com
www.mothership.sg
www.museum.red-dot.sg
www.lomography.com

For inquiry and more info about the course schedule and outline please contact us at contact@sops.sg or WhatsApp us at +65 8133 5134