Architectural Photography
This self-paced course by Maniyarasan Rajendran aims at demonstrating the benefits of documenting architecture and spaces, via photography.
A structured path through architectural photography
The entire course is divided into 12 modules. Every module is divided into multiple short lectures of 7-15 minutes. Modules consist of assignments, MCQs, additional resources and an interactive interface that will enrich the student's learning experience.
Course Modules
- Module 1 Origin of images
- Module 2 Birth of Photography
- Module 3 Cameras, Lenses & their types
- Module 4 Origins of Architectural Photography
- Module 5 Basic Techniques in Photography
- Module 6 Composition
- Module 7 Architectural Photography
- Module 8 Light
- Module 9 Post Processing
- Module 10 Visual Narratives
- Module 11 Photo Archive
- Module 12 Exploring other mediums
Course Objective
- Develop critical understanding of documenting and capturing architecture through photography.
- Create an awareness regarding the effectiveness of photography in design communication.
- To gain knowledge regarding the various methods and methodologies adapted from historical references.
Maniyarasan Rajendran
Course Mentor, Architectural Photographer, Research Scholar | PGPD, NID Ahmedabad
Profile
Maniyarasan Rajendran, is the co-ordinator at CARE Design Cell, Trichy, working on heritage documentation and design research projects. He is a PhD Candidate at the Design Department, IIT Hyderabad. His core research area is 'Architectural documentation.' He takes up work as an architectural photographer and a visual documentation consultant for architectural and conservation firms.
He did his bachelor's in architecture from SPA Delhi & PG in Photography Design from NID Ahmedabad, in collaboration with UCA (Farnham, UK). He attended the LLFCC Course on 'Conservation of Wall Paintings' in 2018. He explores the aspects of visual documentation, photogrammetry and technical imaging in architecture and conservation practice.
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Learn the skills needed to become a successful architectural photographer