Prerequisites

• High school diploma or higher.
• Experience in the photography field.

Course Description

Iconic photography is the art of expressing ideas and emotions through images that have deep meanings. In this course, participants will turn their personal thoughts and feelings into photos or videos that carry cultural and emotional symbols, showing what is beautiful and meaningful. Iconic photography focuses on using visual symbols to create emotional and visual effects, as well as understanding the cultural and social background of the image. Through this course, participants will gain tools to analyze iconic images, understand their characteristics, and learn how to select the right subject and moment to capture photos that leave a lasting impression on the audience.

Course Objective

By the end of this course, participants will:
• Explain the elements of an iconic image and its impact on creating a lasting impression.
• Analyze the emotional and symbolic impact of an image and the role of context in shaping its meaning.
• Build a visual story by selecting the right elements and using symbols.
• Use composition, lighting, and timing techniques to create impactful iconic images.

Course Outline

• Basics of iconic photography:
- Define iconic photography and its significance.
- Elements of an iconic image: emotion, timing, and context.
- Characteristics of an iconic image.
- The difference between iconic photography and documentary photography.

• Analyzing iconic images:
- Emotional and visual impact in iconic photography.
- The relationship between symbolism and cultural expression in photography.
- The effect of context on the meaning of an iconic image.

• Building the concept and choosing the subject:
- Elements of visual storytelling: characters, events, and location.
- Choose the right moment to serve as the focal point of the story.
- The role of symbols and cultural references in enhancing the story's understanding.
- Create interaction between elements in the image.

• Artistic techniques in iconic photography:
- Visual composition, lighting, and selecting the appropriate angles.
- Techniques for isolating key visual elements.
- Proper timing when capturing the image.
- Highlight details and symbolism in the image.

Course Benefits

• A graduation certificate by Al Jazeera Media Institute.