Photography Workshop for Beginners – Bangalore

Golden Square, Vittal Mallya Road, Bangalore | Sept 14-15, 2024


  • “I didn’t choose photography, photography chose me.” – Gerardo Suter

    Welcome to the world of photography! We know that it can be very daunting when you are just starting off. Why are there so many camera models? What does all this complicated jargon mean? Why are my photographs not looking as good as I hoped?

    14 years ago, we decided to simplify your first steps into photography. Thus was born Darter’s Photography Workshop for Beginners. This weekend workshop is designed to help you know your camera intimately. Learn the terminology and how it impacts your photograph. Understand composition guidelines and the effective use of light to convey your story better. And, internalize these concepts through assignments and get them reviewed under the guidance of your photography mentor.

    Photography is a lifelong journey. This workshop will arm you with the skills to start this journey confidently. Your photographs will be appreciated. And you’ll be part of a group of enthusiastic photographers with whom you can discuss photography, exchange ideas and travel around the world.

  • Dates – Sept 14-15, 2024

    Price – ₹6,950/- per person

    Venue – Golden Square,
    Vittal Malya Road, Bangalore

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What participants say…

Photography by participant: Balaji.

Photography by participant: Balaji.

Excellent course content, pace and attitude. Enjoyed the workshop immensely and have recommended the workshop several others at the workplace…I was pleasantly surprised at the amount I learnt on the first day. – Sneha

The course and the coverage of the elements, with the true honest will, was the reason this workshop was splendid. The Fun ride of the two days with passionate mentor was truly enjoyable, the simple teaching style did stand out ! – Vishwaraj Jadeja

best part of the workshop was the organizers were so patient they were so so good… they helped us in each and every aspect… – Deepak

Timely help was provided whenever required. Totally worth every Rupee – Rekha

Is this workshop for you?

This workshop is a great opportunity to get started off on photography in a guided manner. No prior photography experience is needed to join this workshop.

This workshop is for you if you tick at least one of the following boxes:

    • You have an interest in photography but you are wondering how to get started.
    • You have a camera with you (or buying one soon) but you don’t have a complete understanding of the many controls and terminologies.
    • You’re keen to take better photographs and improve your photography skills.
    • Photography seems to be the right choice for your new creative hobby.

You will be required to bring your digital camera to the workshop. An advanced camera or a Mirrorless/DSLR camera is NOT a prerequisite, though having one helps get better practical insights. Take a look at our course content to understand what you learn during the sessions.

Photograph by a participant: Suryakanth Sajjan

Photograph by a participant: Suryakanth Sajjan

Workshop Price

The workshop price is Rs. 6,950/- per person.

The workshop price includes:

    • Workshop classroom sessions under the guidance of Darter Photography Expert
    • Lunch and tea/snacks for both days of the workshop
    • Digital Photography Handbook (in PDF format), covering the workshop topics, that’ll serve as a reference guide through your photography journey

You would be required to bring your digital camera to the workshop. Though an advanced camera or a Mirrorless/DSLR camera is NOT a prerequisite, having one can give you better practical insights into camera controls.

Cancellation Policy:
– If cancelled (by email notification) at least 3 days before the workshop, workshop fee can be utilized for
subsequent workshops (we plan to conduct one weekend workshop every month in Bangalore) or any other
Darter Photography events within 6 months of the date of this workshop. No cash refund option available.
– If cancelled (by email notification) within 3 days to 1 day before start of the workshop, 50% of workshop fee can be used for subsequent Darter Photography events. No cash refund option available.
– Workshop fee forfeited on no-show.

Topics Covered

This workshop given you a foundation to photography, where you’ll be introduced to the technical and artistic aspects of photography. Learn about the concepts of photography, what the different modes of a camera mean, how to compose a photograph so that it catches the eye and how to post-process it to reflect reality or make it artistic. So the next time you click a photograph, you’ll create a memory to cherish.

The workshop is conducted as a carefully-designed balance of theory and practice. At the end of the Day 1, you’ll receive a Photography Handbook (in PDF format) that summarizes the workshop learning and serves as a reference guide through your photography journey.

Workshop Sessions

Photograph by participant: Omkar Anil Gune

Photograph by participant: Omkar Anil Gune

    • Understanding your camera

      • Understanding digital cameras and associated photography gear
      • Familiarization with the controls in your camera
      • Camera modes and making the best out of your camera – Program Mode, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority and Manual modes
    • Technical Concepts of photography
      • Focus and Focal Length
      • Understanding exposure, histograms and metering
      • Aperture, Depth of Field, Shutter-speed, ISO and White Balance
      • Knowing what makes a technically good photograph; identifying problems in images
    • Composition
      • Stories through your photographs
      • Guidelines for good composition
      • Understanding quality and play of light
    • Types of photography and their nuances
      • Portrait, Landscape, Wildlife, Architecture and Macro photography at a glance
    • Post-processing images on the computer

    Take-aways

    After the workshop, you will be able to

    • understand the different controls in your digital camera and make the best use of them depending on the circumstances in which you are shooting.
    • know and use the advanced modes to control the exposure and depth of field to get the best from your subject.
    • understand the nuances of composition, which helps in taking appealing images.
    • make the best use of your camera’s abilities and open up to unlimited possibilities in photography.
    • refer to the Digital Photography Handbook that’ll serve as a handy guide through your photography journey.

    Workshop Venue

    Golden Square, 4th floor, Eden Park, 20, Vittal Mallya Rd, D’ Souza Layout, Ashok Nagar, Bengaluru
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    Workshop Schedule

    Day 1 (Saturday) We will begin the workshop at 9:30AM with classroom sessions at the venue. We’ll go through the concepts of photography, interspersed with practice sessions. We’ll have breaks for tea and lunch. First day’s session ends by 3:00 PM.

    Day 2 (Sunday) We will begin the workshop at 9:30AM with classroom sessions at the venue. We’ll review the photos from the previous day’s assignment, followed by a couple of sessions on photography. The second day’s session ends around 3:00PM.

    Registration Details

    You can register by filling in the form below. You can also email us at photography@darter.in or call Shreeram (+91 9740083260)

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