Registration in progress for the 2025/2026 Academic Session.

Course Description:

This isn’t just theory. It’s the playbook for turning passion into profit. From building the right mindset, portfolio and niche to mastering branding, pricing, contracts and client management, this course gives you the tools to run your creativity like a real business. By the end, you’ll know how to pitch, network, manage your finances, build a winning team and position yourself to evolve and dominate the creative industry.

Day 1

• Introduction to the Business of Creativity
• Building a Business Mindset
• Invest In Yourself and Craft
• Building a Portfolio
• Niche Building (Why & How to Build a Niche)
• Branding, Marketing & Positioning
• The Power of social media

Day 2

• Pricing & Packages ( How to price )
• Contracts, Working with Brands, Artists & Agencies
• Legal Essentials: Licensing, Usage Rights, Negotiation Basics
• Client Management
• Financial Management
• Pitching & Communication Skills
• Networking & Relationship Building
• Time & Productivity Management
• Building a Team
• Evolve & Diversify
• Graduation

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Course Description:

Step into the world of high-level portrait photography where every detail matters. You’ll learn how to control light indoors and outdoors, build powerful setups, direct subjects with confidence and create timeless images that stand out anywhere. With hands-on shoots, pro-level retouching and portfolio development, you won’t just take pictures. You’ll learn how to create art that commands respect and higher pay.

CREATIVE DIRECTION & LIGHTING THEORY

Day 1

• Orientation & What to Expect
• Understanding Client Briefs
• Creating Moodboards
• Finding Creative References
• Working with a team: Stylists, MUAs, Models
• Planning Shoots & Pre-Production
• Using Props, Colours, Set Design
• Managing Creative Blocks

Day 2

• Understanding light
• Soft Light vs Hard Light
• Natural vs Artificial Light
• Constant Light vs Strobes
• Lighting Equipment Breakdown
• Light Modifiers: Softboxes, Umbrellas, Reflectors
• Positioning Lights for Impact
• Lighting Diagrams & Planning Setups

LIGHTING LIKE A PRO (STUDIO PRACTICALS)

Day 3 & 4

• Studio Tour and Orientation
• Studio Lighting Equipment
• Posing and Subject Direction
• Basic Light Setups (1,2,3 Light Setups and Use Cases)
• Advanced/Creative Light Setups

LIGHTING LIKE A PRO (OUTDOOR PRACTICALS)

Day 5 & 6

• Outdoor Lighting Equipment
• Understanding Natural Light (Golden Hour, Midday, Overcast)
• Using Reflectors and Diffusers Outdoors
• Balancing Natural Light with Flash or LED
• Basic Outdoor Lighting
• Outdoor Posing and Subject Direction
• Creative Outdoor Lighting Techniques (Backlight, Silhouettes, Lens Flares)

POST-PRODUCTION & RETOUCHING

Day 7 & 8

• Photoshop & Capture One Workflow
• Retouching (Frequency Separation, Dodge & Burn, Liquify & More)
• Color-Grading
• Maintaining Visual Consistency
• File Backup & Organisation
• Delivery Methods: File Handling + Client-Ready Formats

STUDENT PRACTICALS

Day 9

• Students Project Execution (Studio)

Day 10

• Students Project Execution (Outdoor)

WRAP

Day 11

• Final Project Presentation + Feedback
• Portfolio Review (Lighting, Retouching & Creative Direction)

Day 12

• Graduation

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Course Description:

The perfect starting point for anyone who wants to break into photography. In just a few days, you’ll understand your camera, master exposure, harness natural light and compose stunning shots. We’ll also cover posing, editing basics and real-life shooting so you graduate with both knowledge and confidence to launch your journey as a photographer.

Day 1: Camera Setup & Exposure Fundamentals

• Orientation & What to Expect
• Gear Overview + Maintenance
• Camera Types & Settings
• Lens Choices & Framing
• Assembling & Handling Your Camera
• Sensor Sizes & Crop Factor
• Manual Mode: Aperture, ISO, Shutter Speed (Exposure Triangle Basics)

Day 2: Focus, Light & Composition

• Auto vs Manual Focus
• Understanding Light Direction & Types (Intro to Natural Light)
• RAW vs JPEG
• Composition, Angles, Storytelling
• Posing Basics & Working with Subjects
• In-class Shooting with Creative Framing & Natural Light

Day 3: Practicals

• Planning a Simple Photoshoot
• Choosing Subjects & Locations
• Understanding Natural Light Conditions (Golden Hour, Overcast, etc.)
• Using Reflectors & Bouncers
• Guided Practical Shoot
• Feedback Session

Day 4: File Handling, Editing & Growth

• Transferring Files to Your Device
• RAW vs JPEG (Revisited with context of editing)
• Introduction to editing (capture one & photoshop)
• File Backup & Folder Organization
• Graduation

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Additional Perks & Opportunities

Internship Placement Opportunities

Top-performing students may be selected for internships placements with Amazing Klef

On-Set Access with Amazing Klef

Students may get a chance to assist or shadow on live Amazing Klef shoots; from high-end campaigns to editorial shoots.

Creative Tools & Equipment Giveaway

Stand a chance to win random creative tools - from lighting accessories to photography gear, props and other resources.

Certificate & Endorsement

Students will receive a signed certificate of completion for every course.