Open School of Photography

Open School of Photography The concept of Open School of Photography is to expand photographic education to all. The school is still in a budding position.

It believes in providing quality photographic tuition and ensures an equal platform for its students. The school currently conducts workshops, mentorship programs, short courses, portfolio review and artist talks. It intends to provide long term courses such as Certificate and Diplomas in future. The school is planned to expand in order to attract global students by facilitating an online educatio

n platform in near future. The faculty of the school comprises with highly skilled professional photographers, and academicians. Open School of Photography is a venture of Absurd Photos Limited Company, a cooperative photo agency in Bangladesh.

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“Photography Composition and Visual Literacy Workshop (Online)" with Mohammad Rakibul Hasan

Fee: Taka 2,040
(Personal bKask 01927712767)

Venue: Online (Zoom)
Seats: 20 to 25 (first come, first serve basis)

Pay and fill out the form
https://docs.google.com/forms/u/0/d/1LEcVcXf2ffxuhuLprp-YI68jc-XrlTvlWRXgzQik1C0/

Netiquette: The camera must be on during the class, and the instructor reserves the right to remove any participant for inadequate behavior.

Date: Saturday, 2 March 2024, 4 PM to 9 PM

Course Description:

This five-hour online virtual course is designed to immerse photographers, from beginners to intermediates, in the art and science of composition and visual literacy. Participants will learn how to transform their photographic practice into a powerful medium of storytelling, enhancing their ability to communicate visually. Through a blend of theoretical insights and practical exercises, this course will enable photographers to see beyond the lens and create compelling images that resonate with viewers.

Course Objectives:
By the end of this course, participants will:

* Understand the principles of composition and visual literacy in photography.
* Learn how to apply compositional techniques to create visually compelling images.
* Develop skills to analyze and critique photographs in terms of visual language.
* Gain insights into the historical context and contemporary trends in photographic composition.
* Execute a mini-project applying the learned principles and techniques.

Course Outline:

Module 1: The Foundations of Visual Literacy in Photography (2 Hours)
* Introduction to Visual Literacy: Understanding the Visual Language
* The Role of Composition in Photography
* Key Principles of Composition: Rule of Thirds, Leading Lines, Framing, Balance, Symmetry, etc.
* Analyzing Visual Elements: Light, Shadow, Color, and Texture

Module 2: Advanced Composition Techniques (1 Hour)
* Beyond the Basics: Exploring Advanced Composition Techniques
* The Use of Negative Space and the Art of Minimalism
* Dynamic Tension and the Power of Diagonals
* Storytelling through Composition: Creating Mood and Emotion

Module 3: Visual Analysis and Critique (1 Hour)
* The Art of Seeing: Developing a Critical Eye for Photography
* Case Studies: Analyzing Masterworks in Photography
* Peer Review Session: Sharing and Critiquing Photographs in Breakout Groups
* Constructive Feedback: How to Give and Receive Critiques

Module 4: Creative Application and Project (1 Hour)
* Conceptualizing Your Visual Narrative: Planning Your Mini-Project and Idea Brainstorming and Mindmaping Techniques
* Storytelling and Composition

Course Materials:
* Course slides and reading materials

Instructor Profile:

Mohammad Rakibul Hasan is a documentary and commercial photographer, filmmaker, journalist, visual artist, and art educator based in Dhaka, Bangladesh. His work explores various human rights, social development, political, environmental, and spiritual themes. Hasan has been nominated for numerous international awards. He has won hundreds of photographic competitions worldwide, including the Lucie Award, One World Media Awards, Human Rights Press Award, Allard Photography Prize, and PX3 Prix de la Photographie. His photography projects have been exhibited in major galleries worldwide, including Photo Basel, Shanghai Photo Festival, NordArt Festival, Berlin Photo Festival, Belgrade Photo Month Festival, and Indian Photo Festival. Hasan holds a One-Year Certificate in Creative Practices from the International Center of Photography (ICP) in New York City, a Postgraduate Certificate in Photography from Falmouth University in the United Kingdom, and an Undergraduate Certificate in Art History and Philosophy from Oxford University in the United Kingdom. He also holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Photojournalism from Ateneo de Manila University in the Philippines and also studied Film and Video Production from UBS Film School at the University of Sydney in Australia, and a BA (Honors) in Photography from Falmouth University in the United Kingdom. Hasan is a visual journalist for ZUMA Press, Redux Pictures, Inter Press Service (IPS), and Thomson Reuters Foundation. He is also a consultant photographer and filmmaker for the World Health Organization (WHO), UN Women, Oxfam, Red Cross, World Bank, Asian Development Bank, ActionAid, WaterAid, and many other international non-profit organizations. The °CLAIR Galerie in Switzerland represents his artworks. Hasan is a Konrad Adenauer Stiftung Fellow and a former TEDx speaker. He is a 2022 Oxford Climate Journalism Network (OCJN) fellow at the Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism at the University of Oxford. He is studying for a Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Visual Arts (Online) at the University of California, Berkeley.


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