Photography Basics 101
Your Gateway to the World of Photography Learn the fundamentals of photography—from choosing your camera to composing stunning images in various environments. This course introduces you to exposure, lighting, composition, and field photography, ensuring you can confidently shoot in any setting.
Photography Basics 101
Your Gateway to the World of Photography Learn the fundamentals of photography—from choosing your camera to composing stunning images in various environments. This course introduces you to exposure, lighting, composition, and field photography, ensuring you can confidently shoot in any setting.
Photography Basics 101
Your Gateway to the World of Photography Learn the fundamentals of photography—from choosing your camera to composing stunning images in various environments. This course introduces you to exposure, lighting, composition, and field photography, ensuring you can confidently shoot in any setting.
lectures
4
lectures
Hours
12
Hours
Location
Cairo Photo Club - Maadi
lectures
10
lectures
Hours
30
Hours
Location
Cairo Photo Academy - Maadi
Cairo Photo Academy
- Maadi
What you will learn in the Basics of Photography Basics 101
What you will learn in the Basics of Photography Basics 101
What you will learn in the Basics of Photography Basics 101
You’ll learn the fundamentals of photography — from understanding your camera, lenses, and settings to mastering composition and exposure. Through hands-on practice, you’ll explore the exposure triangle, depth of field, and focus techniques to capture perfect shots in different lighting conditions.
You’ll also discover white balance, metering, and color formats, and apply your skills in real field trips for landscape, street, portrait, and HDR photography. Finally, you’ll get an introduction to the world of lighting and photo editing using Adobe Lightroom to bring your images to life.
You’ll learn the fundamentals of photography — from understanding your camera, lenses, and settings to mastering composition and exposure. Through hands-on practice, you’ll explore the exposure triangle, depth of field, and focus techniques to capture perfect shots in different lighting conditions.
You’ll also discover white balance, metering, and color formats, and apply your skills in real field trips for landscape, street, portrait, and HDR photography. Finally, you’ll get an introduction to the world of lighting and photo editing using Adobe Lightroom to bring your images to life.
Phase 1
how images tell stories , Elements of visual composition Understanding pixels, resolution
How cameras work (film vs. digital)
Types of cameras and their purposes (DSLR, mirrorless, compact, etc.)
Full-frame vs. cropped-frame sensors , Focus points and depth of field Choosing the right camera for your photography goals
Phase 1
how images tell stories , Elements of visual composition Understanding pixels, resolution
How cameras work (film vs. digital)
Types of cameras and their purposes (DSLR, mirrorless, compact, etc.)
Full-frame vs. cropped-frame sensors , Focus points and depth of field Choosing the right camera for your photography goals
Phase 1
how images tell stories , Elements of visual composition Understanding pixels, resolution
How cameras work (film vs. digital)
Types of cameras and their purposes (DSLR, mirrorless, compact, etc.)
Full-frame vs. cropped-frame sensors , Focus points and depth of field Choosing the right camera for your photography goals
Phase 2
Learn how to select, use, and maintain your tools as a photographer.
Essential camera accessories: memory cards, filters, and remotes
Different types of lenses , How to read lens specifications
Choosing lenses suitable for various photography genres (portraits, landscape, macro
Phase 2
Learn how to select, use, and maintain your tools as a photographer.
Essential camera accessories: memory cards, filters, and remotes
Different types of lenses , How to read lens specifications
Choosing lenses suitable for various photography genres (portraits, landscape, macro
Phase 2
Learn how to select, use, and maintain your tools as a photographer.
Essential camera accessories: memory cards, filters, and remotes
Different types of lenses , How to read lens specifications
Choosing lenses suitable for various photography genres (portraits, landscape, macro
Phase 3
Master the balance between light, speed, and sensitivity
The Exposure Triangle: ISO, Shutter Speed, Aperture
How each setting influences exposure, motion, and depth
Light meter usage and exposure readings Hands-on practice adjusting settings in manual mode
Phase 3
Master the balance between light, speed, and sensitivity
The Exposure Triangle: ISO, Shutter Speed, Aperture
How each setting influences exposure, motion, and depth
Light meter usage and exposure readings Hands-on practice adjusting settings in manual mode
Phase 3
Master the balance between light, speed, and sensitivity
The Exposure Triangle: ISO, Shutter Speed, Aperture
How each setting influences exposure, motion, and depth
Light meter usage and exposure readings Hands-on practice adjusting settings in manual mode
Phase 4
Mastering focus techniques (manual and auto modes)
Aperture control for background blur (bokeh) and sharpness
Practical applications of focus modes (Portrait, Landscape, Action, etc.)
Understanding your camera’s control buttons
Phase 4
Mastering focus techniques (manual and auto modes)
Aperture control for background blur (bokeh) and sharpness
Practical applications of focus modes (Portrait, Landscape, Action, etc.)
Understanding your camera’s control buttons
Phase 4
Mastering focus techniques (manual and auto modes)
Aperture control for background blur (bokeh) and sharpness
Practical applications of focus modes (Portrait, Landscape, Action, etc.)
Understanding your camera’s control buttons
Phase 5
The golden rules of composition: Rule of Thirds, Leading Lines, Framing, and Symmetry
Shooting in Aperture and Shutter Priority modes
Splash and Light Painting Workshops
Motion vs. Freezing and Panning photography techniques
Phase 5
The golden rules of composition: Rule of Thirds, Leading Lines, Framing, and Symmetry
Shooting in Aperture and Shutter Priority modes
Splash and Light Painting Workshops
Motion vs. Freezing and Panning photography techniques
Phase 5
The golden rules of composition: Rule of Thirds, Leading Lines, Framing, and Symmetry
Shooting in Aperture and Shutter Priority modes
Splash and Light Painting Workshops
Motion vs. Freezing and Panning photography techniques
Phase 6
Understanding white balance and color temperature
RAW vs. JPEG – which format to use and when
Exposure metering modes (Matrix, Spot, Center-weighted)
Fine-tuning colors and exposure settings
Phase 6
Understanding white balance and color temperature
RAW vs. JPEG – which format to use and when
Exposure metering modes (Matrix, Spot, Center-weighted)
Fine-tuning colors and exposure settings
Phase 6
Understanding white balance and color temperature
RAW vs. JPEG – which format to use and when
Exposure metering modes (Matrix, Spot, Center-weighted)
Fine-tuning colors and exposure settings
Phase 7
Field Trip (1)
Camera Basics (Types of cameras - How to choose a camera - Shooting modes)
Field trip and practical training on Landscape & Street photography
Camera Basics (Types of cameras - How to choose a camera - Shooting modes)
Phase 8
Field Trip (2)
Camera Basics (Types of cameras - How to choose a camera - Shooting modes)
Field trip and practical training on Portraits & HDR photography
Camera Basics (Types of cameras - How to choose a camera - Shooting modes)
Phase 9
Basic understanding of natural and artificial light
Camera Basics (Types of cameras - How to choose a camera - Shooting modes)
How lighting direction and intensity affect your subject
Camera Basics (Types of cameras - How to choose a camera - Shooting modes)
Preparing for advanced lighting workshops
Camera Basics (Types of cameras - How to choose a camera - Shooting modes)
Phase 10
Why editing matters in digital photography
Camera Basics (Types of cameras - How to choose a camera - Shooting modes)
Introduction to Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop
Camera Basics (Types of cameras - How to choose a camera - Shooting modes)
Understanding color correction, exposure adjustment, and image exporting
Camera Basics (Types of cameras - How to choose a camera - Shooting modes)
Why Choose Cairo Photo Academy ?
At Cairo Photo Academy, we combine creativity with professionalism to help you grow from beginner to expert. Our programs and diplomas are designed and taught by industry professionals, blending theory with hands-on practice. With structured learning paths, modern facilities, and real project experience, you’ll gain the skills and confidence needed to build a successful creative career.
At Cairo Photo Academy, we combine creativity with professionalism to help you grow from beginner to expert. Our programs and diplomas are designed and taught by industry professionals, blending theory with hands-on practice. With structured learning paths, modern facilities, and real project experience, you’ll gain the skills and confidence needed to build a successful creative career.
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Turn your passion into a profession
Cairo Photo Academy is ideal for aspiring photographers, videographers, and creative enthusiasts who want to build professional skills from the ground up, gain hands-on experience with expert guidance, and turn their artistic passion into a successful visual career.
Reserve Your Seat Now
Cairo
Photo
Club
Your first step toward professionalism starts here!
Cairo Photo Academy is ideal for aspiring photographers, videographers, and creative enthusiasts who want to build professional skills from the ground up, gain hands-on experience with expert guidance, and turn their artistic passion into a successful visual career.
Reserve Your Seat Now
Cairo
Photo
Club
Your first step toward professionalism starts here!
Cairo Photo Academy is ideal for aspiring photographers, videographers, and creative enthusiasts who want to build professional skills from the ground up, gain hands-on experience with expert guidance, and turn their artistic passion into a successful visual career.
Reserve Your Seat Now
We are Egypt’s first and largest hub for photographers, videographers, and content creators. Since 2011, we’ve been dedicated to supporting their needs and developing our services to become the home of more than 50,000 creatives across the country.
© 2011 Cairophotoclub. All rights reserved.
We are Egypt’s first and largest hub for photographers, videographers, and content creators. Since 2011, we’ve been dedicated to supporting their needs and developing our services to become the home of more than 50,000 creatives across the country.
© 2011 Cairophotoclub. All rights reserved.
We are Egypt’s first and largest hub for photographers, videographers, and content creators. Since 2011, we’ve been dedicated to supporting their needs and developing our services to become the home of more than 50,000 creatives across the country.
© 2011 Cairophotoclub. All rights reserved.