Photography Workshop: Enhancing Visual Skills of DTI Students

Ms. Rocel Audrey Batara provided insights on different types of cameras to students of the Department of Information Technology

Surabaya, IT Journalistic — The flash of lights, the sound of camera shutters, and high enthusiasm colored the photography workshop held on Tuesday (March 4). This event became a magnet for students eager to deepen their photography skills. The workshop attracted various participants, including Callista Meyra from the 2023 cohort and Naufan Zaki from the 2022 cohort, who shared their experiences and insights during the training sessions.

Callista revealed that her interest in photography began in elementary school when she joined a photography extracurricular. “I want to hone this skill again,” she stated. Meanwhile, Naufan had a different reason. “I have a passion for photography, and many tasks in my organization relate to this field,” he said enthusiastically.

Students were seen practicing photography techniques with full concentration, applying the knowledge gained from the inspiring workshop

The most captivating session for participants focused on using lighting and shutter speed to create more professional photos. Callista admitted that she just understood that the faster the shutter speed, the more light enters the lens. On the other hand, Naufan learned how to manually maximize ISO for the best results, after previously being accustomed to automatic mode.

In the digital era, journalistic photography plays a vital role in documentation and publication. Callista emphasized that photo documentation serves as authentic evidence of an event, while Naufan argued that visual media can make news more engaging and less boring.

Ms. Rocel Audrey Batara was seen documenting moments with faculty and students from the Department of Information Technology, capturing valuable memories from the inspiring photography workshop

In the photography workshop session, Ms. Rocel, who has extensive experience in the creative field, particularly in photography, successfully delivered the material in an interactive and inspiring manner. With a deep understanding of her field, she not only explained theories but also directly demonstrated various photography techniques to the participants, making the material easier to understand and apply.

Throughout the session, participants showed high enthusiasm by actively engaging in the provided practices. Some participants also suggested that future sessions include video materials to enrich the learning experience and enhance the dynamics of the presentation.

The excitement of the workshop grew as discussions and questions from participants increased, showing their eagerness to deepen their understanding. When asked to describe the workshop in one word, Callista enthusiastically called it “Interesting!” while Naufan described it as “Engaging.”

This workshop was not merely a learning opportunity but also a platform for students to understand that photography is not just about capturing images; it is an art of preserving moments with the right techniques. With the success of this event, it is hoped that more students will be inspired to develop their photography skills, whether for personal needs or in the ever-evolving field of journalism in the digital era.

IT Journalistic
Aswalia Novitriasari