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March 7th, 2025

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Mobile Photography Course

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Comprehensive Mobile Photography Course Curriculum: Online Self-Paced

This curriculum is designed for beginners to intermediate-level mobile photographers, offering a flexible, self-paced learning experience. Each module includes video lectures, downloadable resources (checklists, exercises), and interactive quizzes.
Module 1: Foundations of Mobile Photography (Estimated Time: 4 hours)
  • Lesson 1.1: Understanding Your Smartphone Camera: Exploring camera features (aperture, shutter speed, ISO – explained in simple terms!), understanding megapixels, sensor size limitations, and choosing the right phone for photography.
  • Lesson 1.2: Composition Basics: Rule of thirds, leading lines, symmetry, framing, negative space, and the golden ratio. Practical exercises using everyday objects.
  • Lesson 1.3: Light and Exposure: Understanding natural light (golden hour, blue hour), artificial light sources, and exposure triangle basics (simplified for mobile). Exercises on adjusting brightness, contrast, and exposure compensation.
  • Lesson 1.4: Focusing and Stability: Mastering focus techniques (tap-to-focus, continuous autofocus), using stabilization techniques (tripods, monopods, self-timer), and understanding image stabilization features in your phone.
Module 2: Mastering Mobile Photography Techniques (Estimated Time: 6 hours)
  • Lesson 2.1: Shooting Modes: Exploring different shooting modes (portrait, landscape, night, panorama, etc.) and understanding their applications. Practical exercises in various settings.
  • Lesson 2.2: Editing Basics: Introduction to mobile editing apps (Snapseed, Lightroom Mobile, VSCO), basic editing techniques (cropping, straightening, adjusting brightness/contrast/saturation), and non-destructive editing workflows.
  • Lesson 2.3: Advanced Editing Techniques: Color grading, tone mapping, using presets, and creating a consistent editing style. Advanced editing exercises with provided sample images.
  • Lesson 2.4: Using Filters and Presets: Understanding the impact of filters, creating custom presets, and applying filters tastefully.
Module 3: Specialized Mobile Photography (Estimated Time: 5 hours)
  • Lesson 3.1: Landscape Photography: Capturing stunning landscapes, understanding composition in wide shots, using filters for dramatic effects, and post-processing techniques.
  • Lesson 3.2: Portrait Photography: Mastering portrait composition, using lighting effectively, utilizing portrait mode features, and retouching portraits.
  • Lesson 3.3: Street Photography: Capturing candid moments, understanding ethics and composition in street photography, and using mobile editing to enhance street photos.
  • Lesson 3.4: Low-Light Photography: Techniques for shooting in low-light conditions, using night mode features, and post-processing low-light images.
Module 4: Sharing and Storytelling (Estimated Time: 3 hours)
  • Lesson 4.1: Image Selection and Curation: Choosing the best photos, creating cohesive sets, and understanding visual storytelling.
  • Lesson 4.2: Social Media Strategies: Sharing your photos on Instagram, Facebook, and other platforms, using relevant hashtags, and engaging with your audience.
  • Lesson 4.3: Building a Portfolio: Creating an online portfolio, showcasing your best work, and presenting your skills to potential clients.
  • Lesson 4.4: Protecting Your Images: Understanding copyright, watermarking, and protecting your intellectual property.
Module 5: Advanced Techniques (Estimated Time: 2 hours)
  • Lesson 5.1: Using External Lenses and Accessories: Exploring the possibilities of external lenses (wide-angle, macro, telephoto), tripods, and other accessories for mobile photography.
  • Lesson 5.2: Mobile Photography for Video: Basic video recording techniques, editing videos on mobile, and creating engaging video content.
Assessment:
  • Quizzes at the end of each module.
  • Final project: Students will create a photo series based on a chosen theme.
Software/Hardware Requirements:
  • Smartphone with a decent camera.
  • Mobile editing apps (Snapseed, Lightroom Mobile, or similar).
  • Internet access for online lectures and resources.
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Module 1: Foundations of Mobile Photography (Estimated Time: 4 hours)
Lesson 1.1: Understanding Your Smartphone Camera: Exploring camera features (aperture, shutter speed, ISO – explained in simple terms!), understanding megapixels, sensor size limitations, and choosing the right phone for photography. Lesson 1.2: Composition Basics: Rule of thirds, leading lines, symmetry, framing, negative space, and the golden ratio. Practical exercises using everyday objects. Lesson 1.3: Light and Exposure: Understanding natural light (golden hour, blue hour), artificial light sources, and exposure triangle basics (simplified for mobile). Exercises on adjusting brightness, contrast, and exposure compensation. Lesson 1.4: Focusing and Stability: Mastering focus techniques (tap-to-focus, continuous autofocus), using stabilization techniques (tripods, monopods, self-timer), and understanding image stabilization features in your phone.

  • Lesson 1.1: Understanding Your Smartphone Camera: Exploring camera features (aperture, shutter speed, ISO – explained in simple terms!), understanding megapixels, sensor size limitations, and choosing the right phone for photography. Lesson
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  • Understanding Your Smartphone Camera
  • Smartphone Camera Settings Quiz
  • Lesson 1.2: Composition Basics: Rule of thirds, leading lines, symmetry, framing, negative space, and the golden ratio. Practical exercises using everyday objects.
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  • Exploring Camera Settings
  • Basci Composition Quiz
  • Lesson 1.3: Light and Exposure: Understanding natural light (golden hour, blue hour), artificial light sources, and exposure triangle basics (simplified for mobile). Exercises on adjusting brightness, contrast, and exposure compensation.
    00:00
  • Understanding Natural Light
  • Light and Exposure
  • Lesson 1.4: Focusing and Stability: Mastering focus techniques (tap-to-focus, continuous autofocus), using stabilization techniques (tripods, monopods, self-timer), and understanding image stabilization features in your phone.
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  • Focusing and Stability
  • Focusing and Stablity

Module 2: Mastering Mobile Photography Techniques (Estimated Time: 6 hours)
Lesson 2.1: Shooting Modes: Exploring different shooting modes (portrait, landscape, night, panorama, etc.) and understanding their applications. Practical exercises in various settings. Lesson 2.2: Editing Basics: Introduction to mobile editing apps (Snapseed, Lightroom Mobile, VSCO), basic editing techniques (cropping, straightening, adjusting brightness/contrast/saturation), and non-destructive editing workflows. Lesson 2.3: Advanced Editing Techniques: Color grading, tone mapping, using presets, and creating a consistent editing style. Advanced editing exercises with provided sample images. Lesson 2.4: Using Filters and Presets: Understanding the impact of filters, creating custom presets, and applying filters tastefully.

Module 3: Specialized Mobile Photography (Estimated Time: 5 hours)
Lesson 3.1: Landscape Photography: Capturing stunning landscapes, understanding composition in wide shots, using filters for dramatic effects, and post-processing techniques. Lesson 3.2: Portrait Photography: Mastering portrait composition, using lighting effectively, utilizing portrait mode features, and retouching portraits. Lesson 3.3: Street Photography: Capturing candid moments, understanding ethics and composition in street photography, and using mobile editing to enhance street photos. Lesson 3.4: Low-Light Photography: Techniques for shooting in low-light conditions, using night mode features, and post-processing low-light images.

Module 4: Sharing and Storytelling (Estimated Time: 3 hours)
Lesson 4.1: Image Selection and Curation: Choosing the best photos, creating cohesive sets, and understanding visual storytelling. Lesson 4.2: Social Media Strategies: Sharing your photos on Instagram, Facebook, and other platforms, using relevant hashtags, and engaging with your audience. Lesson 4.3: Building a Portfolio: Creating an online portfolio, showcasing your best work, and presenting your skills to potential clients. Lesson 4.4: Protecting Your Images: Understanding copyright, watermarking, and protecting your intellectual property.

Module 5: Advanced Techniques (Estimated Time: 2 hours)
Lesson 5.1: Using External Lenses and Accessories: Exploring the possibilities of external lenses (wide-angle, macro, telephoto), tripods, and other accessories for mobile photography. Lesson 5.2: Mobile Photography for Video: Basic video recording techniques, editing videos on mobile, and creating engaging video content.

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