The one-hour session aims to provide an introduction to basic photography techniques and essential Photoshop tools. It begins with an overview of composition, lighting, exposure, focus, and depth of field. Next, the session explains Photoshop's key features for editing and enhancing images. It demonstrates opening images, using retouching tools, layers, adjustments, and filters. The session concludes with a question and answer period and recap of the main topics.

1. Title: Introduction to Photography and Photoshop - 1 Hour Session
Duration: 1 hour
Objective: Provide an in-depth understanding of basic photography techniques and a comprehensive
introduction to essential Photoshop tools and functions.
Session Plan:
Introduction (5 minutes)
Welcome participants and introduce yourself as the session facilitator.
Provide a brief overview of the session's objectives and outline what participants can expect to learn.
Photography Basics (20 minutes)
a. Composition and Framing
Explain the rule of thirds and how it can improve the overall composition of a photograph.
Discuss different framing techniques, such as leading lines, symmetry, and the use of foreground and
background elements.
b. Lighting and Exposure
Introduce the concept of natural and artificial lighting and their impact on the mood and quality of a
photograph.
Explain the exposure triangle (aperture, shutter speed, and ISO) and how to achieve proper exposure in
different lighting conditions.
Provide practical tips for controlling exposure, including exposure compensation and metering modes.
c. Focus and Depth of Field
Discuss the importance of focus in photography and how to use autofocus and manual focus effectively.

2. Explain the concept of depth of field and how aperture settings affect the sharpness of the subject and
background.
Photoshop Overview (10 minutes)
Introduce Photoshop as a powerful image editing software used by professionals in various fields,
including photography, graphic design, and digital art.
Explain the key features and functions of Photoshop, such as layers, masks, adjustment layers, and
blending modes.
Highlight the possibilities of post-processing to enhance and transform images, including retouching,
color correction, and creative effects.
Photoshop Demonstration (25 minutes)
a. Opening and Navigating Images
Show participants how to open an image in Photoshop and familiarize them with the workspace,
including the toolbar, panels, and options bar.
b. Essential Tools and Techniques
Demonstrate the use of fundamental tools, such as the Crop tool, Clone Stamp tool, and Healing Brush
tool for retouching and removing imperfections.
Showcase the Brush tool and its various settings for painting, blending, and adding creative effects.
Discuss the importance of working with layers and demonstrate how to create, adjust, and organize
layers effectively.
c. Adjustments and Filters
Explain the concept of adjustment layers and demonstrate how to use them to modify exposure, color
balance, saturation, and other image attributes.
Showcase the application of filters to create artistic effects, such as blur, sharpening, and stylization.
Q&A and Conclusion (5 minutes)
Encourage participants to ask questions and clarify any doubts they may have.
Address queries related to photography techniques or Photoshop functions.

3. Recap the key points discussed during the session, emphasizing the importance of practice and
continuous learning.
Provide recommendations for further learning resources, online tutorials, and photography communities
where participants can continue to develop their skills.
Note: The time allocated for each section is approximate and can be adjusted based on the participants'
level of engagement and the specific areas they are more interested in exploring further. It's crucial to
create an interactive and supportive environment, encouraging participants to share their thoughts,
experiences, and challenges throughout the session.