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This session gives an understanding of various types and modes of DSLR and mirror-less cameras and lens. In addition to these, the focusing arrangements and other factors are one of the important sessions in the process of exploring digital photography.

Hands-on practice in manual mode and its settings, along with an introduction to various DSLR / Mirror-less camera accessories, depth of field, Shutter speed, different lenses and their uses are introduced here. The module also covers knowledge of filters in photography, namely, U.V filter, Polarising filter, ND filter, close-up filters, and their uses.

The writing skills are explored and enhanced in this session. Indeed, this brings out the confidence in the students in presenting their wildlife photographs in the form of articles and photo stories or the other major forms of journalism.

The module of Visual Literacy provides wide options in terms of nature and wildlife. The visual understanding of the images is an important part of this session. The rules of photography, visual literacy, design elements, and design principles are introduced here. As a result, students achieve expressive photographs of wildlife.

The nature of light whether it’s natural or artificial has a greater significance in wildlife photography too. In this module, a detailed study will be carried out on the quality of light, its color and characteristics, the understanding and direction of natural light, and its effect on images. The other factors covered here are the spectrum of light, knowing the advantages and disadvantages of bright sunlight, introduction to back lighting, front lighting, etc… Furthermore, understanding what are silhouettes and its application in wildlife photography.

The study is also carried out for artificial light or indoor light as well as indoor setup for macro photography. Students here also arrange and practice the insect’s photography in an artificial setup. This indeed makes them modify the light as per the situation and learn different settings for wildlife photography.

The module here benefits you with the understanding of film making. The recording of special moments and movements of wild animals, birds, and insects is a highlighting part of this session. Most importantly, wildlife film making also helps one to document this nature and its beauty in their real habitat.

This is indeed a session, where one explore the role of a travel photographer too. Capturing the moving images of the wild species in the natural environment becomes interesting and at the same time much challenging. As compared to any other genres of photography, Wildlife cinematography is one such type of cinematography that demands a time to time involvement of the photographer in all means. 

Every student has to put forth their ability to form the portfolio with a collection of their photos of wildlife photography. It covers various categories such as birds photography, insect photography, animal photography, travel and nature photography. Apart from this, they also need to have a portfolio in wildlife film making. Part of the course teaches post-processing techniques for wildlife photography and film mak.

The students have to submit the same as per the submission date, submit format and specified criteria. Faculty will be available at the Academy to provide feedback and corrections throughout the session for the making of the portfolio. Faculty will assign and guide students for the project with necessary guidelines on shooting and editing etc… Hence, the final students' portfolio will be analyzed by the panel of examiners/ juries, according to which the marks will be released.

The practical photography session of insects, birds, and animal photography is an important factor here. The knowledge of various accessories for insects, birds, and animal photography is discussed in this session. For instance, the macro lens, the tele lenses, extension tubes, reverse ring and ring flash, etc…

This module is meant to explore the secrets of wildlife photography with deep understanding of the natural world and the tricks to capture them effectively and creatively.

One of the best part of the course here is the International Wildlife Photography tour to Maasai Mara, Kenya, or Tanzania (any one tour) for the students specializing in wildlife photography. This wildlife photography tour will be guided and accompanied by the faculty in-charge. These tour expenses are not included in the course fees.

All the wildlife photography specializing students need to compulsorily undergo the wildlife photography tours. All National and International tours cost during the course  need to be borne by the students.  Tour cost need to be paid in the first month of the course. We organize special International tour to  Massai Mara, Kenya or Tanzania. Approximately, Rs.400000* + GST including flight tickets, safari, transportation, and staying. Please note that camera and lens ticket costs at any sanctuaries as per ones lens and camera and the Visa will be extra.

Students are also encouraged for the individual wildlife photography tours where students can carry out the individual or group tours on self individual expenses. Mentor will always guide the students for the same and will guide them to find the appropriate destination. Students need to arrange their valid passport and visa by themselves.