Introduction
Lighting is the foundation of great photography. In this hands-on course, you’ll learn to see, shape and control light with intention.
Whether you’re photographing portraits, still life or street scenes, understanding light is essential. It allows you to create depth, emotion and visual impact.
You’ll explore the principles of natural light, creative flash and studio lighting. Furthermore, you’ll discover how different lighting techniques influence mood, texture and atmosphere.
As a result, you’ll develop the confidence to use light as a powerful creative tool.
Course Description & Expectations
The Essential Lighting Course develops your technical understanding and creative control of photographic lighting. Through practical training, you’ll explore natural light, available light, external flash and studio strobes.
First, you’ll learn how light behaves and how to recognise its different qualities. You’ll also explore lighting ratios, exposure control and the relationship between light and shadow.
Next, you’ll develop essential skills in creative flash photography. This includes understanding camera settings, flash techniques and the use of light modifiers. In addition, you’ll learn to interpret light meter readings and make precise exposure adjustments.
You’ll then progress to studio lighting, where you’ll discover how to shape and control light for portraits and still life. Meanwhile, practical exercises will strengthen your ability to direct subjects and achieve your intended lighting effects.
Finally, you’ll explore natural and available light photography. You’ll learn to recognise lighting opportunities and adapt to changing conditions without relying on artificial lighting.
The course combines four essential areas: lighting fundamentals, creative flash, studio lighting and natural light photography.
Throughout the programme, our training follows three stages: theory, practical application and review. Consequently, you’ll gain both technical proficiency and the creative confidence to approach different lighting situations.
Prerequisite
- The Essential Photography Foundation, Foundation Craft, Intermediate Vision, or equivalent Basic Photography Course
Equipment Requirements
- Optional, we provide all equipments including studio
Course Outline
- Chapter 1:
Light Introduction
Discover how light behaves
How to see it like a photographer
Why understanding its quality
Essential to mastering exposure and mood
- Chapter 2:
Creative Flash
Learn how to control and modify your flash
Create natural-looking or dramatic effects
Whether you’re shooting indoors or outdoors, in low light or harsh sun
- Chapter 3:
Studio Lighting
Dive into the world of studio setups
Gain the skills of light sculpting
Create professional, repeatable lighting for portraits or product photography
- Chapter 4:
Natural/Available Lighting
Explore how to make the most of daylight
Control and Modify Natural Light
Craft beautifully lit photos without relying on artificial tools
Course Fee
- 1-on-1 Lessons
$2600 | 6 sessions | 1.5 hour each
*All equipments including studio are provided
+ Lifetime text/email consultation
+ Personalized schedules & outlines
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 the 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
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