On this page, you will get teaching and learning resources for the Digital Photography course, a core component of the 4-year BA Multimedia undergraduate program offered in various affiliated and autonomous colleges under the University of Calicut. This course provides a solid foundation in the theory and practice of digital photography, combining technical skills with creative vision. Study materials, assignments, question banks, and project ideas will be uploaded and regularly updated here.
Course Outcome
- Identify essential camera settings including Aperture, Shutter speed, and ISO.
- Apply Composition techniques to enhance the visual appeal of photographs
- Evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of lighting conditions and adjust camera settings accordingly
- Apply the ethical considerations related to digital photography including issues of consent and copyright
- Produce a portfolio of photographs that demonstrate creative expression and technical proficiency
- Analyze and critique photographic works, identifying strengths, weaknesses, and underlying messages.
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Module 01
This module covers the evolution of photography, its role in communication and journalism, the scope and ethics of digital photography, responsibilities of photojournalists, caption writing, and various photography types including portrait, candid, news, landscape, and wildlife.
Module 02
This section introduces the fundamentals of camera handling, types and parts of cameras, proper usage techniques, file formats, data storage, and essential controls like white balance, shutter speed, aperture, and ISO.
Module 03
This module explores key composition techniques in photography, including the rule of thirds, balancing elements, leading lines, symmetry, patterns, viewpoint, background, framing, cropping, focusing, and depth of field.
Module 04
This module covers lighting essentials in photography, including natural and artificial sources, light modifiers, shutter speed effects, high-key and low-key lighting, motion control, ISO adjustments, and the three-point lighting setup.
Question Bank
Short Answer Questions
Includes concise questions and model answers requiring brief, focused responses of one to two sentences on specific concepts.
Paragraph Questions
Features structured questions paired with sample answers of 100–150 words, explaining ideas with examples and supporting details.
Essay Questions
Presents in-depth prompts alongside exemplar answers (300+ words) that explore topics critically, with arguments and evidence.
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Practicum
Assignments
Practical tasks with clear objectives and grading criteria, designed to reinforce learning through hands-on application.
Projects
Creative briefs suggesting real-world projects, encouraging students to plan, execute, and showcase their work end-to-end.
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