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Course Description

This hybrid photography course combines in-person studio practice with online post-production software skills. Students will learn how to shoot still life photographs, from creating a concept to editing it in Photoshop. Whether for artistic or business purposes, students will produce one-of-a-kind, modern still life photographs, exploring the creative process, from doing set designs, experimenting with various lighting setups, to shooting, and editing. This course allows students to imagine, experiment, and find the photographic approach that best represents their needs, as well as gain an understanding of how to use Adobe CC Photoshop to enhance images and produce documentation for online formats.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

  • Adopt the proper equipment for still life and product photography,
  • Create mood boards and sketches for your shoot,
  • Source props and materials,
  • Thoughtfully apply form, geometry, and composition theories into photography work,
  • Photograph objects using natural and studio lights,
  • Apply colour theory and styling into photography work,
  • Develop lighting techniques to use when photographing reflective objects,
  • Differentiate between diffused and specular light,
  • Use Adobe CC Photoshop to edit in post-production,
  • Apply best practices for both artistic and ecommerce photographs.
Students must have access to a digital SLR or mirrorless camera.
Adobe CC Photoshop is required for this course. Students are responsible for purchasing their own software.
 

50% Off Adobe CC Pro License
When you enrol in a course with the School of Continuing Studies, get a 6-month Adobe Creative Cloud Pro License at 50% off. Simply add Adobe CC to your cart when you register for a course and start creating.

 

Recommended Prerequisites

CSAP-N121 Introduction to Digital Photography, or equivalent experience.

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

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Section Title
Still Life and Product Photography
Section Schedule
Feb 21, 2026 to Mar 28, 2026
Type
Studio
Days
Sa
Time
10:00AM to 1:00PM
Dates
Feb 21, 2026 to Mar 14, 2026
Type
Online
Dates
Mar 15, 2026 to Mar 28, 2026
Schedule and Location
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Contact Hours
18.0
Location
Delivery Options
Hybrid  
Course Fee(s)
Course Fee non-credit $715.00
Additional Fee(s)
Adobe CC $275.94 Optional
Instructors
Required Software/Supplies
Students must have access to a digital SLR camera. Adobe CC Photoshop will be needed to complete assignments. Students are responsible for purchasing their own software.
Section Notes

This is a Hybrid course consisting of four in-person classes followed by two weeks of asynchronous online delivery. Please refer to the below course schedule:

  • In-Person: Saturdays, Feb 21-Mar 14, 2026, 10:00am-1:00pm [4 classes]
  • Online: March 15-March 28, 2026 [2 weeks]

The online component of the course will be delivered in an asynchronous format which students may complete at their own pace on our Learning Management System, Canvas Cloud. The instructor is available throughout the course time period for questions and discussions. Learn more about what to expect in an online course at OCAD U.

As a Continuing Studies student, you will receive an OCAD U user account, which will grant you access to Canvas, and our on-campus WiFi network. Your Canvas account will be enabled one week prior to the start date of your course. Please log in at https://canvascloud.ocadu.ca. If you do not know your OCAD U User ID, please check your registration confirmation email. You can reset your password here: https://login.ocadu.ca/forgot. If you need further help, please contact us at continuingstudies@ocadu.ca

After enrolling in a course, please allow up to 5 hours for your student data to migrate to Canvas.

Please note that courses may fill up early or be cancelled due to low enrollment. Students are encouraged to register early, at least ten (10) days prior to the start date of the course.