Introduction to Commercial Photography: Product and People (in person)

Learn the elements of planning, setting up, and the execution of producing commercial photographs and best practices for professional interactions with clients. The instructor uses the model of a professional photoshoot to cover subjects such as studio lighting (control and quality), set-up for specific topics (product and figure), post-production (light retouching and editing). Discover how both product and people photography require different approaches and techniques in order to create the highest quality images.

The class includes elements of learning about photo studio equipment, working with a crew on set, and is hands on and participatory. Students participate in the setting up, shooting, and tear down of a photography set. The objective of this course is to experience a professional photography studio with a focus on the process. Students will not be creating physical prints. / Material fee of $10 included in tuition.

Open to students ages 18 and above. Review complete policies, including class cancellation policies, before completing your registration.

Prerequisites

Previous experience with Adobe Photoshop helpful, but not required. A working knowledge of digital single-lens reflex (DSLR) cameras is required.

Required materials

Supplies for first class
Pen or pencil; notebook or sketchbook; USB drive or cloud storage option for saving work. MCAD will provide all the necessary equipment, including DSLR cameras.

Class resources
This class uses Adobe Creative Cloud software. Please see link for more information.

Class Savings

Register on or before May 13 and save $25.
Register for more than one class at a time and receive $25 off each additional class (same-day registrations only).
Additional savings. Are you eligible?

Questions

Contact MCAD Continuing Education at continuing_education@mcad.edu or call 612.874.3765.