Photo Expert Diploma

A comprehensive Course in Digital Photography and Photo Editing

Photo Expert Diploma

Join our digital photography and photo editing course that’s all about having fun with fellow creatives! You’ll learn to take amazing photos, from cool street shots to beautiful portraits, to striking pictures of impressive buildings and products. We’ll teach you cool photo tricks so you can impress your friends, no matter what camera you use.

Our program will take you through the entire photographic process, combining hands-on shooting with the magic of post-production. You’ll master the art of telling visual stories and learn the secrets to polishing them to perfection with Adobe’s powerful editing tools. It’s a perfect blend of technique and artistry.

Our expert team at the LIK Academy for Photography and Design is here to help you. Check it out now and sign up for this comprehensive course in Vienna or Competa, or Online, available in March or September!

This training is flexible, offering weekend and weekday options. You get to choose your attendance schedule based on your needs. Opt for the approach that works best for you and focus on your success.

Target Audience: Enthusiastic hobbyists, aspiring professional photographers, and working photographers looking to systematize and expand their knowledge and skills.

Course Duration: 2 semesters / 12 days per semester.

Class Schedule: Weekday Group – 9 am to 13:00 pm

Time Commitment for Digital Photography and Digital Photo Editing Course – 592 teaching units:

Mandatory Classes – 96 units

Image Reviews, Extra Classes – 88 units

Independent Projects, Practice, Homework – 320 units

Exam Preparation – 88 units

Course Objectives: A comprehensive course that provides a complete photographic education rounded out with the mastery of photo editing. This all-encompassing program is crafted to guide you through the full spectrum of the photographic process. The curriculum is designed to equip you with a potent mix of technical skills and creative insights, setting you on a path to become a versatile photographer ready to excel in the dynamic world of professional photography.

Your Benefits:

• Discover the Joy of Photography: Unlock the pleasure of capturing life’s moments with skill and passion.
• Achieve Photographic Excellence: With practice and guidance, you’ll elevate your work to new artistic and professional heights.
• Learn from the Best: Our dedicated teaching team of the LIK Academy are not just instructors, they’re active professionals who bring real-world insights to the classroom.
• Build Your Network: Join the LIK community, a network of fellow photography enthusiasts and professionals who share your passion and can be valuable connections for your future.
• Create Your Portfolio: Assemble a collection of your best work, showcasing your unique vision and skill set.
• Earn Your Diploma: Complete the course and receive a recognized photography diploma that validates your skills and opens doors to new opportunities.

Prerequisites: You should be highly committed to attending classes and solving independent tasks outside of the course hours. Basic camera and computer knowledge is required.

Course Content for Digital Photography Program:

• Camera Technology
• Image Design
• Composition
• Image Analysis
• Classic Portraits
• Architecture Photography
• Form and Color
• Flash Techniques
• Product and Advertising Photography
• Beauty Portraiture
• Character Portraiture
• Copyright and Intellectual Property
• Reportage and Street Photography
• Cover and Fashion Photography
• On-Location Portraiture
• Photo Experimentation

Course Content for Digital Photo Editing Course:

• Image Editing
• Editing Workflow
• Workflow Optimisation
• Photo Management
• RAW Development
• Image Output
• Automation: Presets, Actions, etc.
• Color Management
• Black&White Conversion
• Portrait Retouching
• High-End Beauty Retouching
• Print Preparation
• Title Cover Design
• Creative Tools
• Compositing
• AI Tools

Editing Applications:

Adobe Lightroom Classic

Adobe Lightroom

Adobe Bridge

Adobe Photoshop

Course Overview:

The first semester establishes the foundation for a solid professional education. Learning and understanding photography is the starting point for creative work. From capturing images to sequencing and conceptual work, the program imparts perfect know-how, eliminating uncertainties and „trial and error“ approaches. It’s during this period that the first part of your personal portfolio is developed.

The mandatory second semester allows for more room to explore independent photographic solutions. The content of the second semester aligns with the traditional fields of photography. Of course, the program keeps pace with ongoing developments in photographic technology. The final LIK Academy for Photography and Design examination and the professional portfolio created serve as the basis for assessing your performance and awarding the photography diploma.

Digital photography goes hand in hand with the corresponding „development“ of digital files. Achieving a perfect photo involves a combination of capturing the image, performing RAW development, retouching, and ensuring correct color output. The digital photo design course covers all the essential professional processes required for high-quality photo editing. Starting with an efficient workflow using professional tools like ADOBE Bridge, Lightroom, RAW converter, and Photoshop, you will learn all the secrets of rapid and truly high-quality image enhancement.

In the second semester, the curriculum delves into specialised areas such as beauty retouching, compositing, and the design of title covers.

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The LIK Academy for Photography and Design is WienCert and Ö-Cert certified at all its locations.