Bespoke Training for 1 – 3 people
Looking to up your video editing, production, or post-production game?
Or maybe you’re wanting to learn photography? Our new Bespoke Training service is perfect for you! We’ll tailor the sessions to your specific needs and wants, and can accommodate up to three people. This is a premium service, so you’re guaranteed to get the best possible training. Don’t wait, sign up today!
Let us know your preferred timeframe, day, and starting time to suit your lifestyle and schedule, and speed up your learning process today.
Sessions will occur online or in person, as you require. We would require any specific needs from you prior to the start of the class so that we prepare for the sessions accordingly.
- 1 x 120 Minute Session = R3 200 for one person attending
- 2 x 120 Minute Sessions = R5 760 for one person attending
- 3 x 120 Minute Sessions = R7 680 for one person attending
For groups of 2 during one session, a 40% discount will be applied to the second person. So, the pricing will be
- 1 x 120 Minute Session = R5 120 for two people attending
- 2 x 120 Minute Session = R9 216 for two people attending
- 3 x 120 Minute Session = R12 288 for two people attending
For groups of 3 during one session, a 50% discount will be applied to the third person. So, the pricing will be
- 1 x 120 Minute Session = R6 720 for three people attending
- 2 x 120 Minute Session = R12 096 for three people attending
- 3 x 120 Minute Session = R16 128 for three people attending
WANT TO BOOK AN ONLINE CONSULTATION TO FIND THE RIGHT COURSE FOR YOU? BOOK YOUR FREE ONE-ON-ONE CONSULTATION HERE!
Corporate Smartphone Photography
Only open to companies
This interactive course, specifically designed for corporate entities, will provide employees with the tools and understanding required to take their smartphone photography and image sharing to the next level and produce high-quality visual material with their phones. This course is taught by the talented Lauren Theunissen.
COURSE FEATURES
– In just four weeks you will improve your smartphone photography.
– Learn how to harness the capabilities of your smartphone’s built-in camera.
– Grow your skills in creating and editing photographs that share your personal experience of the world.
– Unlock the full potential of the moments you capture by selecting the appropriate editing applications.
– Discover how to pique interest in your photo or video stories and develop your unique visual language.
Main topics covered:
- Optimising your smartphone for Photography
- Exposure and dealing with Contrast
- Visual Literacy
- Composition
- How to Photograph a portrait
- How to Photograph an object
- Editing Images with Snapseed ( free app)
- Sharing your images
- Law and Copy right
Included: 15% Discount Voucher for printing from Orms Printlab for the duration of the short course.
*LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE. BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL.
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Gift Voucher
EDUCATION IS A GIFT THAT WILL LAST A LIFETIME.
Purchase a gift card for a loved one to pursue their passion for photography or videography.
Please note: This Gift Card credit never expires!
Studying visual storytelling will allow a person to expand their skills as they immerse themselves in the photographic or videography space whilst surrounded by peers with the same passion for visual art. They will gain confidence as a visual storyteller, learn about all aspects of the medium and its pioneers all while building up a support network of like-minded people.
We offer a variety photographic and video-related courses: from Digital Photography and Videography for absolute beginners, to specialised One-on-One Sessions with experts in the field.
For those who are more interested in the post-production image-management of photographs, we offer Photoshop and Lightroom aimed specifically for photographers to give their shots that edge.
Although we champion digital, we have a budding Film / 35mm and Darkroom community – get hands-on with these courses at our in-house Darkroom and learn to process your own film.
Intro to Photographic Light | In-Person Course
Hone the Light
This course aims to develop a broad and nuanced understanding of the raw material of the photographic image: Light.
Through theory classes, demonstrations, workshops, and structured practical projects students will explore the opportunities presented by working with different kinds of light sources and in different lighting environments.
Participants will learn how to identify and manipulate the key technical characteristics of light, starting with assignments that encourage observation and awareness of available light and progressing through more complex lighting scenarios to applications allowing complete control of every aspect of the light in a scene.
Structure
From 13:00 – 16:00 on Tuesdays.
Participants will need to complete homework projects in their own time.
Outcomes
On completing this course, participants will:
- Have an in-depth understanding of the useful fundamental characteristics of Light
- Be able to photograph with available window light
- Be able to work with Flash
- Play with Light using various light sources
- Be introduced to Studio Lighting
- Partake in a Studio Lighting Workshop
Course Fee Includes
- 15% discount from Orms Print Lab for the duration of the course
Intro to Photography | In-Person Course
As the world of photography evolves, so do our courses. Introduction to Photography is our cornerstone short course and the place to start your photographic journey. Enjoy an updated, relevant educational experience to master the foundations of photography and explore your creative side under the guidance of an established photographer/lecturer.
In-Contact, On-Campus Option:
Our course caters to the enthusiastic beginner to intermediate level photographer and takes a varied approach to teach the fundamental concepts of Photography.
Through a combination of theory classes, online resources, supervised practice sessions, and assignments, students learn both the theory and practical application of photographic techniques to take stunning images.
An introduction to visual literacy supplements the taught technical skills which, in turn, support the comprehensive lecturer feedback provided on submitted practical work.
This combination helps the learning photographer to develop a sound understanding of the creative opportunities that accompany their evolving technical know-how.
No camera? No problem! As part of this course, you qualify for a reduced-rate rental of an entry-level DSLR camera and lens kit from Orms Rental for only R1000 for the duration of the course.
Structure
The course consists of two sessions per week for four weeks. Classes are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays for the duration of the course.
Participants will need to complete homework projects in their own time.
Outcomes
- On completing this course, participants will have:
- A practical and theoretical understanding of the useful fundamental concepts of Photography
- An understanding of photographic composition and visual literacy
Course Fee Includes
- A reduced-fee rental of an entry-level DSLR camera and lens kit from Orms Rental for only R1000 for the duration of the course.
- 15% discount on print from Orms Print Lab for the duration of the course
- Student work curated and printed for an exhibition opening at the school’s gallery.
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Intro to Photography | Online, Self-Paced Course
Master the foundations of photography with our online, self-paced course delivered through accessible and comprehensive video material.
As the world of photography evolves, so do our courses. Introduction to Photography is our cornerstone short course and the place to start your photographic journey. Enjoy an updated, relevant educational experience to master the foundations of photography and explore your creative side.
The emphasis of the course is technical yet we encourage students to make informed creative choices. The course explores how to setup your camera in different modes, and how to manipulate the aperture and metering modes. We explain and explore shutterspeed and the creative control it provides. You will know how lenses interact with the camera body, and their relationship with aperture. We demonstrate and play with different sources of light. The first being natural light such as sunlight but also artificial light such as your camera’s onboard flash and/or speed-light. We end the course with an introduction to Post-Production for photography.
Structure
Online, self-paced course. Immediately accessible upon successful purchase. Take up to 12 months to complete assignments and receive a certificate.
Includes
- Lightroom Classic Course: Get our Lightroom Classic for R300 at checkout!
- Submission of work to our next Student Exhibition
- Post your work online for feedback from lecturers and other students!
- Lifetime access
- Transcripts of classes
- Feedback driven assignments: Assignments are issued and marked with feedback given.
- Certificates of Completion only issued once all work has been completed and the final assignment passed.
- Verifiable certificate of completion via Sertifier.com to add to LinkedIn
- 15% Discount on printing at Orms Print Room via their website at ormsprintroom.co.za (T&C’s apply)
Featured Images by Intro to Photography Alumni: Saskie Bullerdieks, Lo-Mari Rauh, Gabriel Bakker, Lauren Theunissen.
Intro to Portrait Photography | Online, Self-Paced Course
Start your journey in Portrait Photography by learning to work with available, natural light with our online, self-paced course delivered through accessible and comprehensive video tutorials.
Enrol now, get immediate access and work toward collecting Compentency Badges to add to your LinkedIn profile.
A portrait is a picture or likeness of a person, the photographic portrait is made in a fraction of a second and represents a moment of connection between the photographer and sitter.
A carefully crafted portrait is the result of a deliberate collaboration between the photographer, who constructs the image through the thoughtful use of camera light to create a rendition that is complimentary to their subject and evokes their character, and the sitter who presents themselves to the camera in a way that they would like to be represented.
Using light effectively is a critical aspect of crafting a portrait. In this online, self-paced course delivered through accessible and comprehensive video tutorials, we will explore working with different types of light in a variety of environments, including indoor and outdoor available light, working with speedlights, and completely controlled studio environments.
Each environment presents a range of opportunities and challenges for the photographer to consider in deciding how to use the light in their interpretation of the sitter’s character. In managing these lighting situations the unique features of each sitter, and the mood the photographer intends to create, will guide their approach to using the light.
Learn how to
- Perceive Portrait Photography as an artform
- Effectively plan for successfully Portrait Photography shoots
- Gauge what lenses are required for which scenarios
- Work with and direct your subjects and make them feel comfortable
- Apply some of the core portrait compositions, styling techniques, and poses
- Work with available light: both indoor and outdoor
- Work with controlled light: i.e. Speedlight / Flash
Structure
Completely free online, self-paced course delivered through accessible and comprehensive video tutorials. Immediately accessible upon successful purchase.
Includes
- Lifetime access
- Transcripts of classes
- Certificates of Completion are only issued once all work has been completed and the final assignment passed.
- A verifiable certificate of completion via Sertifier.com to add to LinkedIn
- 15% Discount on printing at Orms Print Room via their website at ormsprintroom.co.za (T&C’s apply)
Featured images by: Tabo Chama; Tarryn Foot; Kyra Welch; Alex Bird; Chantelle Rowe
Open Feedback Sessions
Orms Cape Town School of Photography invites you to submit your photographs for an open critique session. This critique session is open to all levels of experience, whether you are a hobbyist who wants some guidance or a professional who wants fresh eyes on your work with tips on polishing your image-making workflow.
There is a limit of 10 spots available for photographers to have up to 5 images critiqued. If you would like to attend the session as an audience member to gain some insights from the work of other photographers, you can attend the critique session for free. Limited audience seats are available. Book your spot now to avoid disappointment.
Event details:
Venue: Form Hall, Orms Cape Town School of Photography
Date: Thursday, 30 June 2022
Time: 18h00- 20h30
Lecturers: TBC
Smartphone Photography | In-Person Course
Creativity in your Pocket
This interactive course will provide you with the tools and understanding you need to take your smartphone photography and image sharing to the next level. This course is taught by the talented Lauren Theunissen.
COURSE FEATURES
– In just four weeks you will improve your smartphone photography.
– Learn how to harness the capabilities of your smartphone’s built-in camera.
– Grow your skills in creating and editing photographs which share your personal experience of the world.
– Unlock the full potential of the moments you capture by selecting the appropriate editing applications.
– Discover how to peak interest in your photo or video stories and develop your unique visual language.
Included: 15% Discount Voucher for printing from Orms Printlab for the duration of the short course.
*LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE. BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL.
CURIOUS TO SEE OUR CAMPUS? BOOK AN ONE-ON-ONE GUIDED TOUR HERE!
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Bespoke Training for 1 – 3 people
Looking to up your video editing, production, or post-production game?
Or maybe you’re wanting to learn photography? Our new Bespoke Training service is perfect for you! We’ll tailor the sessions to your specific needs and wants, and can accommodate up to three people. This is a premium service, so you’re guaranteed to get the best possible training. Don’t wait, sign up today!
Let us know your preferred timeframe, day, and starting time to suit your lifestyle and schedule, and speed up your learning process today.
Sessions will occur online or in person, as you require. We would require any specific needs from you prior to the start of the class so that we prepare for the sessions accordingly.
- 1 x 120 Minute Session = R3 200 for one person attending
- 2 x 120 Minute Sessions = R5 760 for one person attending
- 3 x 120 Minute Sessions = R7 680 for one person attending
For groups of 2 during one session, a 40% discount will be applied to the second person. So, the pricing will be
- 1 x 120 Minute Session = R5 120 for two people attending
- 2 x 120 Minute Session = R9 216 for two people attending
- 3 x 120 Minute Session = R12 288 for two people attending
For groups of 3 during one session, a 50% discount will be applied to the third person. So, the pricing will be
- 1 x 120 Minute Session = R6 720 for three people attending
- 2 x 120 Minute Session = R12 096 for three people attending
- 3 x 120 Minute Session = R16 128 for three people attending
WANT TO BOOK AN ONLINE CONSULTATION TO FIND THE RIGHT COURSE FOR YOU? BOOK YOUR FREE ONE-ON-ONE CONSULTATION HERE!
Lightroom 101 for Photographers | In-Person Course
Adobe Lightroom: Post-production and image management for photographers
Lightroom: designed by photographers, for photographers. Gain this powerful all-in-one image editing and management tool and learn how to import, organize, manage, and find your images, along with harnessing its’ image enhancing capabilities with our Lightroom for Photographers Short Course. Offered on-campus and online.
With the amount of digital images one generates these days, there is no getting away from and editing and general image management software. Editing images, outputting them to various media platforms, keywording, library collections, copyrighting, watermarks, are but a few of the Lightroom 5 features that can be as sophisticated or simple as you need, and an essential tool for any professional or hobbyist photographer.
Gain this essential skill with our comprehensive Lightroom for Photographers short course, with ample personalised attention and notes to refer back to.
Structure
4 Sessions. One Session per week. Once per week in the evenings / once per week day-time / once per week online.
The Daytime option runs from 10:00 – 13:00 daily for 4 consecutive days.
Included
Detailed notes on the work covered.
*LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE. BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL.
CURIOUS TO SEE OUR CAMPUS? BOOK AN ONE-ON-ONE GUIDED TOUR HERE!
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Lightroom for Photographers | Online, Self-Paced Course
Master the basics and conquer Lightroom workflows.
Enjoy a full demonstrated workflow before the course starts so that you have a frame of reference for the upcoming topics and be able to progress quicker.
Once you are orientated, the course proceeds to demonstrate individual aspects of the Lightroom process. Each section has an assignment for student development.
The course ends with three full demonstrations of different Lightroom workflows; each with its unique steps in Lightroom.
There is an optional final assignment to be eligible to receive the Certificate of Completion.
Structure
Online, self-paced course. Immediately accessible upon successful purchase.
Includes
- Add-on option of a one-on-one session with a lecturer.
- Free enrolment in the upcoming module on the new colour grading module in Lightroom CC.
- Lifetime access
- Transcripts of classes
- Feedback driven assignments: Assignments are issued and marked with feedback given. Certificates of Completion only issued once all work has been completed and the final assignment passed.
- Verifiable certificate of completion via Sertifier.com to add to LinkedIn
- 15% Discount on printing at Orms Print Room via their website at ormsprintroom.co.za (T&C’s apply)
Featured image by Asim Poddar
Photoshop 101 for Photographers
As an introduction to Adobe Photoshop, this course will teach you the essential fundamental skills and concepts needed to get the best out of your photographs. Learn how to adjust image tone and colour, make changes to selected areas of your photograph, repair imperfections, merge multiple images, apply effects, prepare your images for printing. You will learn how to combine these skills and others in an efficient, non-destructive workflow.
Structure
5 Sessions. One Session per week.
Included
Book two post-production courses and receive a 5% discount. Book all three courses and receive a 10% discount
*LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE. BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL.
Photoshop for Photographers | Online, Self-Paced Course
Get the best out of your photographs with our online, self-paced course delivered through accessible and comprehensive video material.
This inclusive course draws inspiration from years of teaching Photoshop to photographers in both our short courses and our long-term programme. Access the course and complete it at your own pace with feedback on assignments.
As an introduction to Adobe Photoshop, this course will teach you the fundamental skills and concepts needed to get the best out of your photographs.
Learn how to use your workspace, the essential tools: resizing, cropping and the history panel. How to make layers, mask and complex selections as well as the basic retouching skills to improve any photograph.
You will learn how to combine these skills and others in an efficient, non-destructive workflow.
Structure
Online, self-paced course. Immediately accessible upon successful purchase.
Includes
- Access To Future Photoshop Modules
- Discount of R300 on our Boudoir Photography online course
- Post your work online for feedback from lecturers and other students!
- Lifetime access
- Transcripts of classes
- Feedback driven assignments: Assignments are issued and marked with feedback given.
- Certificates of Completion only issued once all work has been completed and the final assignment passed.
- Verifiable certificate of completion via Sertifier.com to add to LinkedIn
- 15% Discount on printing at Orms Print Room via their website at ormsprintroom.co.za (T&C’s apply)
Video Editing for Online & Desktop Publishing | Online, Self-Paced Course
Calling all first-time editors!
Video Editing is a creative way to express yourself or tell a story, but many people don’t know how to get started.
You may be intimidated by the thought of cutting video clips or you may have used some video-editing software before but are looking for ways to improve your skills.
We are here to help!
Our Video Editing for Online and Desktop Publishing online course shows you how to edit, and also why to edit. As people become increasingly used to receiving information from images, videos and graphics rather than just words, the importance of video has never been greater. If you want to get your message across as effectively as possible, it’s worth investing some time into making your presentation come alive with a bit of video magic!
Orms CTSP uses DaVinci Resolve as our video editing software of choice for our online and in-contact course.
DaVinci Resolve is not complicated, it’s powerful. It is also free!
Structure
Online, self-paced course. Immediately accessible upon successful purchase. Available on a weekly subscription basis.
Includes
- Add-on option of a one-on-one session with a lecturer.
- Lifetime access
- Transcripts of classes
- Ask questions (and receive answers) via the comments sessions
- Verifiable certificate of completion via Sertifier.com to add to LinkedIn
- 15% Discount on printing at Orms Print Room via their website at ormsprintroom.co.za (T&C’s apply)
Featured image by Setyaki Irham
Colorwork in DaVinci Resolve | Online, Self-Paced Course
Dramatically affect the mood of a scene with the power of effective color grading and correction to add punch to your video storytelling.
Go beyond the basics with our DaVinci Resolve’s Color Grading and Correction online, self-paced course led by post-production expert, Jess Semple. Learn how to use colour theory and the DaVinci Resolve colour page to manipulate colour in creative and artistic ways.
About your instructor
Jess is a professional Audiovisual Content Producer & Strategist. She also freelances as a Colourist, her clients including well-known South African brands like Woolworths and Poetry.
Jess spearheads Orms’ content creation strategy, spending most of her time producing videos and podcasts, as well as long-form online written media.
Additionally, she lectures video post-production courses at the Orms Cape Town School of Photography.
Structure
Online, self-paced course. Immediately accessible upon successful purchase.
Includes
- Add-on option of a one-on-one session with Jess.
- Lifetime access
- Transcripts of classes
- Ask questions (and receive answers) via the comments sessions
- Verifiable certificate of completion via Sertifier.com to add to LinkedIn
- 15% Discount on printing at Orms Print Room via their website at ormsprintroom.co.za (T&C’s apply)
DIGITAL IMAGING AND MEDIA MANAGEMENT | Online, Self-Paced Course
Get a great start to Video Editing with our completely free online, self-paced Digital Imaging & Media Management short course. From understanding pixels and ratios, to practicing professional file naming and saving, to learning how to archive and back-up your work – Get all the basics in place with us!
Enrol now, get immediate access and work toward collecting Compentency Badges to add to you LinkedIn profile.
Learn how to
- Put uncut footage and sound into files on the computer.
- Search for information or people using databases.
- Utilise various Media Types.
Structure
Online, self-paced course. Immediately accessible upon successful purchase.
Includes
- Lifetime access
- Transcripts of classes
- Certificates of Completion only issued once all work has been completed and the final assignment passed.
- Verifiable certificate of completion via Sertifier.com to add to LinkedIn
- 15% Discount on printing at Orms Print Room via their website at ormsprintroom.co.za (T&C’s apply)
Image by Mylene Tremoyet
Intro to Video Production | In-Person Course
Learn how to use modern video production equipment, including manual settings on various types of cameras, lights, tripods, and audio recording equipment, to produce professional videos.
Course Outcomes
- Know the different types of cameras used to produce video as well as tools for mounting cameras, lighting and audio recording.
- Know how to use the manual functions on cameras used to shoot video.
- Know the standard shot framings and video shooting rules.
- Know how to control the lighting on a shoot, including blocking and bouncing light and adding artificial lighting, to create standard types of lighting.
- Know how to record audio for video productions.
Included:
20% discount voucher from Orms Rental,
Structure
CURIOUS TO SEE OUR CAMPUS? BOOK AN ONE-ON-ONE GUIDED TOUR HERE!
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Video Editing for Online & Desktop Publishing | Online, Self-Paced Course
Calling all first-time editors!
Video Editing is a creative way to express yourself or tell a story, but many people don’t know how to get started.
You may be intimidated by the thought of cutting video clips or you may have used some video-editing software before but are looking for ways to improve your skills.
We are here to help!
Our Video Editing for Online and Desktop Publishing online course shows you how to edit, and also why to edit. As people become increasingly used to receiving information from images, videos and graphics rather than just words, the importance of video has never been greater. If you want to get your message across as effectively as possible, it’s worth investing some time into making your presentation come alive with a bit of video magic!
Orms CTSP uses DaVinci Resolve as our video editing software of choice for our online and in-contact course.
DaVinci Resolve is not complicated, it’s powerful. It is also free!
Structure
Online, self-paced course. Immediately accessible upon successful purchase. Available on a weekly subscription basis.
Includes
- Add-on option of a one-on-one session with a lecturer.
- Lifetime access
- Transcripts of classes
- Ask questions (and receive answers) via the comments sessions
- Verifiable certificate of completion via Sertifier.com to add to LinkedIn
- 15% Discount on printing at Orms Print Room via their website at ormsprintroom.co.za (T&C’s apply)
Featured image by Setyaki Irham
Video Editing for the Entrepreneur | Online, Self-Paced Course
On average, your visual story will go through at least three evolutions throughout its creation. Video editing has the final say on how your story turns out.
Editing is not just about tools but also the story. To be a more intentional editor, you need to start thinking critically about your shots, their order, when you choose to cut.
With our self-paced, online Video Editing for the Entrepreneur course you can take your time to build your knowledge and confidence as we cover all modules of Black Magic Resolve 16 with 13 hours of video tutorials from the very basics of video editing to working to a client brief; and everything in between.
“This programme offers incredibly comprehensive tutorial videos, providing in-depth step-by-steps on each new subject. Each student markedly improved over the course of the programme. I am very grateful for the experience, and enthusiastically recommend this programme.” – testimonial by Holly Lehren, IndieX Film Fest Winner and OrmsCTSP alumni.
Structure
Online, self-paced course. Immediately accessible upon successful purchase. Take up to 12 months to complete assignments and receive a certificate.
Includes
- Free enrolment of the future version of Da Vinci Resolve 17
- Lifetime access
- Transcripts of classes
- Feedback driven assignments: Assignments are issued and marked with feedback given.
- Certificates of Completion only issued once all work has been completed and the final assignment passed.
- Verifiable certificate of completion via Sertifier.com to add to LinkedIn
- 15% Discount on printing at Orms Print Room via their website at ormsprintroom.co.za (T&C’s apply)
Featured image by alumni, Jerri Nagel.
Video Editing: Introduction to DaVinci Resolve | In-Person Course
Gain essential video editing skills
Our video editing course is open to all and perfect for those who have no video editing experience or would like to learn the basics of editing video in DaVinci Resolve specifically.
In this course, you will be introduced to foundational digital imaging principles, find out how to preserve your creative assets, learn how to correctly work with video and audio files in DaVinci Resolve, and enrich your technical skills with a basic understanding of powerful editing principles.
All of our lessons are highly practical with in-class exercises and optional homework so you will get to spend a lot of time familiarising yourself with the DaVinci Resolve interface and editing workflow.
Structure:
Once per week
Week 1: Digital Imaging & Media Management
Week 2: Intro to Video Editing
Week 3: Intro to Audio Editing
Week 4: Intro to Editing Theory
Week 5: Practical In-Class Narrative Editing Exercise + Final Assignment.
** All content and media used for the exercises are provided in class.
*LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE. BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL.
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Videography Business Basics | Online, Self-Paced Course
Considering videography as a career? Uncover a bit more about what that entails with our free, online, self-paced course delivered through accessible and comprehensive video material to ensure you’re making an informed decision.
In this free course, we explore the various opportunities available in a videography career along with some of the core essentials and business structures required to run a videography business.
A Certificate of Completion is given once all the course work has been completed including the final assignment. Written feedback is given on the final assignment that can be incorporated in your future business plan.
Course Curriculum
The Basics of Creative Business
- Define and build financial success
- Create project briefs
- Manage challenging tasks
- Know your value and base your project costings on that
- Ensure alignment with contracts
- Work with other, equally important business documents
The Different Ways of Earning in Videography
- Pros and Cons of Freelancing
- Pros and Cons of Full-Time Employment
- What are Partnerships?
- More types of Earning
- Selecting your most suitable earning method
- Career Advice and Guidance
Working with People
- Accepting work is more than just saying “yes”
- Working with, and not against, your client
- How to form strong business relationships.
Structure
Completely free online, self-paced course delivered through accessible and comprehensive video tutorials. Immediately accessible upon successful purchase.
Includes
- Lifetime access
- Transcripts of classes
- Certificates of Completion are only issued once all work has been completed and the final assignment passed.
- A verifiable certificate of completion via Sertifier.com to add to LinkedIn
- 15% Discount on printing at Orms Print Room via their website at ormsprintroom.co.za (T&C’s apply)
Darkroom Membership
Become a member of our Darkroom Club and get time in the Darkroom to develop your analogue prints.
Structure
Available upon booking (during term):
- Mondays – Thursday: 08:30 – 21:00
- Fridays: 08:30 – 15:30
- Open every second Saturday: 08:30 – 14:00
Included
- Receive a dedicated locker and key to store your equipment/chemicals on campus (Refundable R100 deposit required)
- Membership includes 5% discount on chemicals and paper from Orms
- If you have already completed an analogue photography course with us, you can apply and qualify for an R600 discount off your Darkroom Membership.
NOT SURE IF YOU ARE READY FOR THE FULL MEMBERSHIP? Receive supervised or unsupervised Darkroom sessions at an hourly rate. CLICK HERE to learn more.
*LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE. BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL.
Studio Portraiture One-Day Workshop
Unpack the art of studio portraiture, come to understand essential lighting set-up and manipulation, and work in a full studio set-up to face and overcome shoot-day challenges with our unique and compact one-day Studio Portraiture Workshop led by our Academic Head of Photography and technical guru, Eugene van der Merwe.
Structure
One full-day session, on a Saturday, from 09:30 – 16:00.
Included
Refreshments, gear to play with.
3 hour studio time in the school studio on successful completion of the workshop (Subject to availability and school opening hours).
*LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE. BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL.
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12-Month Video Post-Production | Online, Self-Paced Programme
“Editing is not just about tools but also the story. To be a more intentional editor, you need to start thinking critically about your shots, their order, when you choose to cut.”
On average, your visual story will go through at least three evolutions throughout its creation. Video editing has the final say on how your story turns out. Gain the skills to effectively treat your video footage with the right post-production processes to ensure your story is understood how you intended with our 12-Month Online Post-Production programme.
This online, self-paced course teaches the principles and develops the skills students need to complete professional video productions. The full post-production workflow is looked at, including video and sound editing, colour work, Digital Imaging principles needed for the correct handling of media and preparation of deliverables, and proper management techniques to ensure the safety of the media. While not looked at in detail, implementing Motion Graphic elements in video productions and the compositing principles and techniques used for image manipulation are introduced to students.
Learn how to:
- Use Digital Imaging principles to handle media correctly and prepare deliverables efficiently
- Manage media correctly to ensure its safety
- Edit video and audio media using modern software to complete professional video productions
- Perform exposure and colour manipulation techniques using industry standard software to adjust and stylise visual media
- Perform sound design techniques to improve the audio component of video productions
- Mix and master audio for consistent and effective delivery in video projects
- Implement graphic elements in video productions for informational and branding purposes
- Understand the compositing principles and techniques used to manipulate the contents for visual media.
Included:
- Online, self-paced tuition.
- We cover all modules of Black Magic Resolve 16 and will enrol you free of charge in the future version of Da Vinci Resolve 17.
- Receive video transcripts for additional note-taking.
- We provide written feedback on all assignments.
- Complete assignments with own footage or footage provided.
- Take up to 12 months to complete assignments and receive a certificate.
*ONLY 12 SPACES AVAILABLE. BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL.
NEED TO CHAT WITH A CONSULTANT? BOOK A VIRTUAL SESSION HERE!
Bespoke Training for 1 – 3 people
Looking to up your video editing, production, or post-production game?
Or maybe you’re wanting to learn photography? Our new Bespoke Training service is perfect for you! We’ll tailor the sessions to your specific needs and wants, and can accommodate up to three people. This is a premium service, so you’re guaranteed to get the best possible training. Don’t wait, sign up today!
Let us know your preferred timeframe, day, and starting time to suit your lifestyle and schedule, and speed up your learning process today.
Sessions will occur online or in person, as you require. We would require any specific needs from you prior to the start of the class so that we prepare for the sessions accordingly.
- 1 x 120 Minute Session = R3 200 for one person attending
- 2 x 120 Minute Sessions = R5 760 for one person attending
- 3 x 120 Minute Sessions = R7 680 for one person attending
For groups of 2 during one session, a 40% discount will be applied to the second person. So, the pricing will be
- 1 x 120 Minute Session = R5 120 for two people attending
- 2 x 120 Minute Session = R9 216 for two people attending
- 3 x 120 Minute Session = R12 288 for two people attending
For groups of 3 during one session, a 50% discount will be applied to the third person. So, the pricing will be
- 1 x 120 Minute Session = R6 720 for three people attending
- 2 x 120 Minute Session = R12 096 for three people attending
- 3 x 120 Minute Session = R16 128 for three people attending
WANT TO BOOK AN ONLINE CONSULTATION TO FIND THE RIGHT COURSE FOR YOU? BOOK YOUR FREE ONE-ON-ONE CONSULTATION HERE!
Boudoir Photography with Greg Liss | Online, Self-Paced Course
Boudoir is more than photographs in lingerie. It is a journey. It’s changing the way you think. It’s learning to see the best in everyone. It’s conquering your fears, letting them go and believing in yourself.
In this intermediate online, self-paced course delivered through accessible and comprehensive video material, we combine the theory and practical know-how of producing elegant and sophisticated work.
Greg Liss, your instructor, explores the challenges specific to boudoir such as working angles to flatter body types, overcoming lighting challenges, and shooting in a studio and casual environment.
Our blended learning material consists of demo location shoots with models, and high-end video productions exploring theory and implementing them in your shoots.
You can learn more about Greg by checking out his blog here or Instagram.
Structure
Online, self-paced course delivered through accessible and comprehensive video material. Immediately accessible upon successful purchase.
Includes
- Follow-up one-to-one session with Greg to review your work.
- Lifetime access
- Transcripts of classes
- Model Release template for download
- Ask questions (and receive answers) via the comments sessions
- Verifiable certificate of completion via Sertifier.com to add to LinkedIn
- 15% Discount on printing at Orms Print Room via their website at ormsprintroom.co.za (T&C’s apply)
All Images by instructor: Greg Liss
Colorwork in DaVinci Resolve | Online, Self-Paced Course
Dramatically affect the mood of a scene with the power of effective color grading and correction to add punch to your video storytelling.
Go beyond the basics with our DaVinci Resolve’s Color Grading and Correction online, self-paced course led by post-production expert, Jess Semple. Learn how to use colour theory and the DaVinci Resolve colour page to manipulate colour in creative and artistic ways.
About your instructor
Jess is a professional Audiovisual Content Producer & Strategist. She also freelances as a Colourist, her clients including well-known South African brands like Woolworths and Poetry.
Jess spearheads Orms’ content creation strategy, spending most of her time producing videos and podcasts, as well as long-form online written media.
Additionally, she lectures video post-production courses at the Orms Cape Town School of Photography.
Structure
Online, self-paced course. Immediately accessible upon successful purchase.
Includes
- Add-on option of a one-on-one session with Jess.
- Lifetime access
- Transcripts of classes
- Ask questions (and receive answers) via the comments sessions
- Verifiable certificate of completion via Sertifier.com to add to LinkedIn
- 15% Discount on printing at Orms Print Room via their website at ormsprintroom.co.za (T&C’s apply)
DIGITAL IMAGING AND MEDIA MANAGEMENT | Online, Self-Paced Course
Get a great start to Video Editing with our completely free online, self-paced Digital Imaging & Media Management short course. From understanding pixels and ratios, to practicing professional file naming and saving, to learning how to archive and back-up your work – Get all the basics in place with us!
Enrol now, get immediate access and work toward collecting Compentency Badges to add to you LinkedIn profile.
Learn how to
- Put uncut footage and sound into files on the computer.
- Search for information or people using databases.
- Utilise various Media Types.
Structure
Online, self-paced course. Immediately accessible upon successful purchase.
Includes
- Lifetime access
- Transcripts of classes
- Certificates of Completion only issued once all work has been completed and the final assignment passed.
- Verifiable certificate of completion via Sertifier.com to add to LinkedIn
- 15% Discount on printing at Orms Print Room via their website at ormsprintroom.co.za (T&C’s apply)
Image by Mylene Tremoyet
Intro to Photography | Online, Self-Paced Course
Master the foundations of photography with our online, self-paced course delivered through accessible and comprehensive video material.
As the world of photography evolves, so do our courses. Introduction to Photography is our cornerstone short course and the place to start your photographic journey. Enjoy an updated, relevant educational experience to master the foundations of photography and explore your creative side.
The emphasis of the course is technical yet we encourage students to make informed creative choices. The course explores how to setup your camera in different modes, and how to manipulate the aperture and metering modes. We explain and explore shutterspeed and the creative control it provides. You will know how lenses interact with the camera body, and their relationship with aperture. We demonstrate and play with different sources of light. The first being natural light such as sunlight but also artificial light such as your camera’s onboard flash and/or speed-light. We end the course with an introduction to Post-Production for photography.
Structure
Online, self-paced course. Immediately accessible upon successful purchase. Take up to 12 months to complete assignments and receive a certificate.
Includes
- Lightroom Classic Course: Get our Lightroom Classic for R300 at checkout!
- Submission of work to our next Student Exhibition
- Post your work online for feedback from lecturers and other students!
- Lifetime access
- Transcripts of classes
- Feedback driven assignments: Assignments are issued and marked with feedback given.
- Certificates of Completion only issued once all work has been completed and the final assignment passed.
- Verifiable certificate of completion via Sertifier.com to add to LinkedIn
- 15% Discount on printing at Orms Print Room via their website at ormsprintroom.co.za (T&C’s apply)
Featured Images by Intro to Photography Alumni: Saskie Bullerdieks, Lo-Mari Rauh, Gabriel Bakker, Lauren Theunissen.
Intro to Portrait Photography | Online, Self-Paced Course
Start your journey in Portrait Photography by learning to work with available, natural light with our online, self-paced course delivered through accessible and comprehensive video tutorials.
Enrol now, get immediate access and work toward collecting Compentency Badges to add to your LinkedIn profile.
A portrait is a picture or likeness of a person, the photographic portrait is made in a fraction of a second and represents a moment of connection between the photographer and sitter.
A carefully crafted portrait is the result of a deliberate collaboration between the photographer, who constructs the image through the thoughtful use of camera light to create a rendition that is complimentary to their subject and evokes their character, and the sitter who presents themselves to the camera in a way that they would like to be represented.
Using light effectively is a critical aspect of crafting a portrait. In this online, self-paced course delivered through accessible and comprehensive video tutorials, we will explore working with different types of light in a variety of environments, including indoor and outdoor available light, working with speedlights, and completely controlled studio environments.
Each environment presents a range of opportunities and challenges for the photographer to consider in deciding how to use the light in their interpretation of the sitter’s character. In managing these lighting situations the unique features of each sitter, and the mood the photographer intends to create, will guide their approach to using the light.
Learn how to
- Perceive Portrait Photography as an artform
- Effectively plan for successfully Portrait Photography shoots
- Gauge what lenses are required for which scenarios
- Work with and direct your subjects and make them feel comfortable
- Apply some of the core portrait compositions, styling techniques, and poses
- Work with available light: both indoor and outdoor
- Work with controlled light: i.e. Speedlight / Flash
Structure
Completely free online, self-paced course delivered through accessible and comprehensive video tutorials. Immediately accessible upon successful purchase.
Includes
- Lifetime access
- Transcripts of classes
- Certificates of Completion are only issued once all work has been completed and the final assignment passed.
- A verifiable certificate of completion via Sertifier.com to add to LinkedIn
- 15% Discount on printing at Orms Print Room via their website at ormsprintroom.co.za (T&C’s apply)
Featured images by: Tabo Chama; Tarryn Foot; Kyra Welch; Alex Bird; Chantelle Rowe
Lightroom for Photographers | Online, Self-Paced Course
Master the basics and conquer Lightroom workflows.
Enjoy a full demonstrated workflow before the course starts so that you have a frame of reference for the upcoming topics and be able to progress quicker.
Once you are orientated, the course proceeds to demonstrate individual aspects of the Lightroom process. Each section has an assignment for student development.
The course ends with three full demonstrations of different Lightroom workflows; each with its unique steps in Lightroom.
There is an optional final assignment to be eligible to receive the Certificate of Completion.
Structure
Online, self-paced course. Immediately accessible upon successful purchase.
Includes
- Add-on option of a one-on-one session with a lecturer.
- Free enrolment in the upcoming module on the new colour grading module in Lightroom CC.
- Lifetime access
- Transcripts of classes
- Feedback driven assignments: Assignments are issued and marked with feedback given. Certificates of Completion only issued once all work has been completed and the final assignment passed.
- Verifiable certificate of completion via Sertifier.com to add to LinkedIn
- 15% Discount on printing at Orms Print Room via their website at ormsprintroom.co.za (T&C’s apply)
Featured image by Asim Poddar
Moving Over to Fusion | Online, Self-Paced Course
Fusion is the world’s most advanced compositing software for visual effects artists, broadcast and motion graphic designers, and 3D animators using a powerful node-based interface that lets you quickly and easily create sophisticated effects.
But what if you are used to layer-based editing and graphic designs?
The course with the question: “What is composition?” and frames our answer using theory and methods to implement in Fusion.
Included in the course is an hour of Q & A with Anton to work through any questions you might have.
Do you need a mentor?
Add additional three sessions when checking out to create a mentorship programme with Anton on a small graphic project of your own or for a potential client.
Structure
Online, self-paced course. Immediately accessible upon successful purchase. Take up to 12 months to complete assignments and receive a certificate.
Includes
- Free enrolment of the future version of Da Vinci Resolve 17
- Lifetime access
- Optional paid addition of a 2-hour consultation
- Transcripts of classes
- Feedback driven assignments: Assignments are issued and marked with feedback given.
- Certificates of Completion only issued once all work has been completed and the final assignment passed.
- Verifiable certificate of completion via Sertifier.com to add to LinkedIn
- 15% Discount on printing at Orms Print Room via their website at ormsprintroom.co.za (T&C’s apply)
Photoshop for Photographers | Online, Self-Paced Course
Get the best out of your photographs with our online, self-paced course delivered through accessible and comprehensive video material.
This inclusive course draws inspiration from years of teaching Photoshop to photographers in both our short courses and our long-term programme. Access the course and complete it at your own pace with feedback on assignments.
As an introduction to Adobe Photoshop, this course will teach you the fundamental skills and concepts needed to get the best out of your photographs.
Learn how to use your workspace, the essential tools: resizing, cropping and the history panel. How to make layers, mask and complex selections as well as the basic retouching skills to improve any photograph.
You will learn how to combine these skills and others in an efficient, non-destructive workflow.
Structure
Online, self-paced course. Immediately accessible upon successful purchase.
Includes
- Access To Future Photoshop Modules
- Discount of R300 on our Boudoir Photography online course
- Post your work online for feedback from lecturers and other students!
- Lifetime access
- Transcripts of classes
- Feedback driven assignments: Assignments are issued and marked with feedback given.
- Certificates of Completion only issued once all work has been completed and the final assignment passed.
- Verifiable certificate of completion via Sertifier.com to add to LinkedIn
- 15% Discount on printing at Orms Print Room via their website at ormsprintroom.co.za (T&C’s apply)
Smartphone Photography | Online, Self-Paced Course
Master smartphone photography online in no time!
You may be surprised to learn that you’re not getting the most out of your smartphone camera. The good news is that you can learn how to take stunning photos with your smartphone by taking our online course. You can capture incredible images that impress with the proper techniques. With a bit of practice, you’ll be able to take photos worthy of being published or used professionally.
This course is on pre-sale until the launch on the 1st of April 2022.
This course is also available in person.
Course Content
- 10 Modules with 45 Videos in total
- Transcripts of Videos
- Tasks
- Exercises
- Notes
- Community platforms
Video Editing for Online & Desktop Publishing | Online, Self-Paced Course
Calling all first-time editors!
Video Editing is a creative way to express yourself or tell a story, but many people don’t know how to get started.
You may be intimidated by the thought of cutting video clips or you may have used some video-editing software before but are looking for ways to improve your skills.
We are here to help!
Our Video Editing for Online and Desktop Publishing online course shows you how to edit, and also why to edit. As people become increasingly used to receiving information from images, videos and graphics rather than just words, the importance of video has never been greater. If you want to get your message across as effectively as possible, it’s worth investing some time into making your presentation come alive with a bit of video magic!
Orms CTSP uses DaVinci Resolve as our video editing software of choice for our online and in-contact course.
DaVinci Resolve is not complicated, it’s powerful. It is also free!
Structure
Online, self-paced course. Immediately accessible upon successful purchase. Available on a weekly subscription basis.
Includes
- Add-on option of a one-on-one session with a lecturer.
- Lifetime access
- Transcripts of classes
- Ask questions (and receive answers) via the comments sessions
- Verifiable certificate of completion via Sertifier.com to add to LinkedIn
- 15% Discount on printing at Orms Print Room via their website at ormsprintroom.co.za (T&C’s apply)
Featured image by Setyaki Irham
35mm Black & White Film Printing
SHOOT ON FILM
If you’re passionate about photography, there’s nothing quite like learning how to process and print your own black and white film. With our Bespoke training, you’ll get one-on-one instruction from a professional photographer, helping you to develop your skills and produce beautiful prints that you can be proud of.
We can also provide sessions for groups of up to three people.
Included
Chemicals for each session, participation in the Student exhibition.
We would require any specific needs from you prior to the start of the class so that we prepare for the sessions accordingly.
- 1 x 120 Minute Session = R3 200 for one person attending
- 2 x 120 Minute Sessions = R5 760 for one person attending
- 3 x 120 Minute Sessions = R7 680 for one person attending
For groups of 2 during one session, a 40% discount will be applied to the second person. So, the pricing will be
- 1 x 120 Minute Session = R5 120 for two people attending
- 2 x 120 Minute Session = R9 216 for two people attending
- 3 x 120 Minute Session = R12 288 for two people attending
For groups of 3 during one session, a 50% discount will be applied to the third person. So, the pricing will be
- 1 x 120 Minute Session = R6 720 for three people attending
- 2 x 120 Minute Session = R12 096 for three people attending
- 3 x 120 Minute Session = R16 128 for three people attending
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Bespoke Training for 1 – 3 people
Looking to up your video editing, production, or post-production game?
Or maybe you’re wanting to learn photography? Our new Bespoke Training service is perfect for you! We’ll tailor the sessions to your specific needs and wants, and can accommodate up to three people. This is a premium service, so you’re guaranteed to get the best possible training. Don’t wait, sign up today!
Let us know your preferred timeframe, day, and starting time to suit your lifestyle and schedule, and speed up your learning process today.
Sessions will occur online or in person, as you require. We would require any specific needs from you prior to the start of the class so that we prepare for the sessions accordingly.
- 1 x 120 Minute Session = R3 200 for one person attending
- 2 x 120 Minute Sessions = R5 760 for one person attending
- 3 x 120 Minute Sessions = R7 680 for one person attending
For groups of 2 during one session, a 40% discount will be applied to the second person. So, the pricing will be
- 1 x 120 Minute Session = R5 120 for two people attending
- 2 x 120 Minute Session = R9 216 for two people attending
- 3 x 120 Minute Session = R12 288 for two people attending
For groups of 3 during one session, a 50% discount will be applied to the third person. So, the pricing will be
- 1 x 120 Minute Session = R6 720 for three people attending
- 2 x 120 Minute Session = R12 096 for three people attending
- 3 x 120 Minute Session = R16 128 for three people attending
WANT TO BOOK AN ONLINE CONSULTATION TO FIND THE RIGHT COURSE FOR YOU? BOOK YOUR FREE ONE-ON-ONE CONSULTATION HERE!
Gift Voucher
EDUCATION IS A GIFT THAT WILL LAST A LIFETIME.
Purchase a gift card for a loved one to pursue their passion for photography or videography.
Please note: This Gift Card credit never expires!
Studying visual storytelling will allow a person to expand their skills as they immerse themselves in the photographic or videography space whilst surrounded by peers with the same passion for visual art. They will gain confidence as a visual storyteller, learn about all aspects of the medium and its pioneers all while building up a support network of like-minded people.
We offer a variety photographic and video-related courses: from Digital Photography and Videography for absolute beginners, to specialised One-on-One Sessions with experts in the field.
For those who are more interested in the post-production image-management of photographs, we offer Photoshop and Lightroom aimed specifically for photographers to give their shots that edge.
Although we champion digital, we have a budding Film / 35mm and Darkroom community – get hands-on with these courses at our in-house Darkroom and learn to process your own film.
Open Feedback Sessions
Orms Cape Town School of Photography invites you to submit your photographs for an open critique session. This critique session is open to all levels of experience, whether you are a hobbyist who wants some guidance or a professional who wants fresh eyes on your work with tips on polishing your image-making workflow.
There is a limit of 10 spots available for photographers to have up to 5 images critiqued. If you would like to attend the session as an audience member to gain some insights from the work of other photographers, you can attend the critique session for free. Limited audience seats are available. Book your spot now to avoid disappointment.
Event details:
Venue: Form Hall, Orms Cape Town School of Photography
Date: Thursday, 30 June 2022
Time: 18h00- 20h30
Lecturers: TBC
Real Estate Photography Workshops
Photography is not just an important element of real estate marketing; it’s fast becoming the most essential one. More than 80% of today’s house-hunters use the internet to research properties, and these prospective buyers rank photography as the most important tool in searching for a home online.
Great photography can draw a buyer in. Bad photography can turn them away. Professional photographs will show a property at its very best. Join this unique One day intensive course, available to both DSLR and cellphone camera users, to ensure the properties you’re selling look as beautiful online as they do in real life.
Course Features
- Open to both cellphone cameras and DSLR’s
- Gain an overview of your camera/phone and the different ways your device allows you to shoot
- Learn about the basic techniques to improve the quality of your photographs
- Learn how to expose correctly in different lighting conditions
- Get some nifty DIY lighting techniques
- Problem-solve tricky bright light in the day when including windows and open doors in your shots whilst inside a space.
- No prior knowledge of photography is necessary