Press Release

Kids, This Christmas, the Santa will bring out the genius photographer in you!
New Delhi, India – Indian Institute of Photography (IIP) in association with Smile Foundation is organizing a free of cost Photography workshop for school kids on 22nd December 2015 at Siri Fort auditorium, during SIFFCY 2015 (SMILE International Film Festival for Children and Youth 2015). IIP’s core value, which is to empower students through education and inspiration, is the driving force behind this activity. This one-of-a-kind workshop will empower the kids to visualize their dream and tell their own stories via their photographs. The workshop will not just focus on the various functions of camera but will aim to build confidence behind the lens. During the workshop the kids will have the opportunity to learn various techniques under the aegis of an accomplished photographer. Some of the key highlights of the workshop are as

  • Simple yet effective content for student to make learning easy.
  • Fun and innovative for a clarity of vision to compose pictures well.
  • Focus on creativity & spontaneity
  • Basic technical aspects of camera
  • Practice exercises on theme ‘Swatchh Bharat’
  • Tips for a better composition of picture
  • Certificate of participation and awards for best entries

About the mentor

Astha Sharma Photography Mentor from IiP will be taking care of the overall workshop. After working with different big names in the Industry like Balaji Telefilms, Shahnaz Hussain Currently a freelance Photographer based in New Delhi. She will address the students, followed by the workshop which will have theory and practical both. Also to make it more interactive students from IIP will be accompanying her to help students while taking pictures.

About

Indian Institute of Photography (IIP) is a trendsetter in the growing photography learning industry since 2010. Today, the institute prides itself on its student centric approach and its handling of photography as a professional, vocational subject. IIP Photography courses are suitable for complete beginners through to serious amateurs. You will learn the skills required to become an accomplished photographer under our expert mentors.