Are you thinking about a career in Photography?  Do like the idea of being creative?  Whatever your needs, StudyNow showcases a range of Photography Courses from the beginner to the advanced right through to the professional. 

Duties and Tasks

Photographers may perform the following tasks:

• operate a range of cameras, lights and light-measuring devices

• work out the camera angle, light positions, exposure and composition

• offer technical solutions to illustrative problems

• advise on photographic approaches and the selection of locations, props, models and colour coordination

• use computers for such things as image manipulation and the production of visual images in print or digital form

• mix chemicals, process film and make enlarged prints

Specialisations

Areas of specialisation for photographers include press, fashion, scientific, commercial, industrial, medical, portrait, wedding, advertising and architectural surveying.   
       
Work Conditions

Photographers stand most of the time and often carry heavy equipment. They may work on location or in a studio and sometimes in darkrooms when developing film.

Personal Requirements

• artistic flair

• able to learn the technical aspects of photography

• self-motivated, with initiative and problem-solving skills

• interest in contemporary styles and trends in such things as graphics, architecture and fashion is an advantage