Workshop on The Art of Seeing Photography For Films in Mumbai (07 - 11 May April 2026)
Workshop on The Art of Seeing Photography For Films from 07 to 11 May April 2026 in Mumbai
Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune, under its Centre for Open Learning (CFOL) initiative announces “Workshop on The Art of Seeing Photography For Films” from 07 to 11 May 2026 in Mumbai.
Following are the details in this regard;
(1) Workshop Name: Workshop on The Art of Seeing Photography For Films
(2) Dates: 07th to 11th May 2026
(3) Timings: 10.30 am to 5 pm
(4) Total No. of seats: 25 (Course may not be conducted if there are less than 15 participants)
(5) Age: Participants must be 18 years or above in age as on 01st April 2026
(6) Educational Qualification: HSC (12th pass). In exceptional cases, 10th pass may be considered
(7) Nationality: Indian
(8) Venue: Hall No.40, Link Plaza, Commercial Complex, Oshiwara, Andheri West, Mumbai
(9) Course fee: Rs 9,800/- per participant
Course fee is excluding breakfast, lunch, dinner, tea/ coffee, snacks etc.
Course fee of selected participants will be non-refundable, non-transferrable, non-adjustable, etc. under any circumstances. Course fee of all the non – selected participants will be refunded within 21 working days of the course commencement. Also, due to any other reason, if the course is cancelled by FTII, course fee will be refunded.
However, due to any reason, if the course is postponed OR cancelled by the organisers, course fee will be refunded.
(10) Last date to apply: By 6 pm, 10th March 2026.
(11) Course Director: Prathik Panchamia
(12) Medium of Instructions: English and Hindi.
(13) Selection Criteria: First – Come – First – Served basis. Selected candidates would be communicated by email. List of the selected participants will be published on FTII website.
(14) Certificates: All participants would be given participation certificate on successful completion of the course which will carry FTII logos and will be jointly signed by FTII Director and the Course Director. Minimum 90% attendance is mandatory to get certificate.
(15) Queries: For any queries contact
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Mr. Milind Joshi, Asst. Outreach Officer – 020 - 25580085, info(dot)cfol(at)ftii(dot)ac(dot)in
- M/s Future Story Cinelabs = Ms Hemangi (9853870107 & hemangifscl@gmail.com)
(16) Communication with participants: All communications with the participants will be carried out through email only. List of shortlisted participants will be published on FTII website and selection email will be sent to the selected participants on their registered email.
(17) Accommodation: Outstation participants may please note M/s Future Story Cinelabs, Mumbai, will facilitate for accommodation in Mumbai. Please contact Ms Hemangi (9853870107 & hemangifscl@gmail.com) for the same.
(18) Participants need to assure general decency, decorum etc. on the course campus. Failing to do so will lead to cancellation of admission without refunding course fee apart from taking internal disciplinary action and dealing the matter as per law of the land. All rights in this regard are reserved with FTII.
(19) How to apply:
1. Click on the following link:
2. Fill-up the application form with requisite details and proceed for payment.
3. Make necessary payment of Rs 9,800/-.
4. Once payment is done, please note "SBI collect Reference Number" (mentioned in payment confirmation receipt). This may be required for future reference.
5. If possible, digitally store the receipt of payment. This can be carried out in one of the following ways;
(i) by taking printout of receipt of payment, scan & save it
(ii) by taking screenshot of payment (if using mobile) or print screen (if using computer)
(iii) by simply taking a photograph from mobile
(iv) check your bank account to confirm whether money (course fee) has been deducted or not
(v) After a day or two, once again check to see whether money (course fee) has been refunded.
(vi) In case of refund, it is a transaction failure and if so, once again apply for the course afresh.
6. No document/ certificate related to educational qualification, age etc. is to be attached. Participants’ self – declaration in the application form is sufficient.
7. Terms & conditions: By agreeing to the terms & conditions in the application form, participants are confirming that they have read & understood the website advt. They are eligible to apply and fulfill all the requirements as stated in the advt. Also, it is presumed that participants will be staying and or attending the course at their own risk & cost and will not be held responsible for anything or matter of what-so-ever nature. Further, participants agree that decision of Director, FTII regarding admission to the course and its conduction in all respect will be final.
(20) About Course Director: Prathik Panchamia
Prathik Panchamia is a Mumbai-based Photographer, Cinematographer, Educator, and Creative Director with 17+ years of experience in visual storytelling. A Visual Communication graduate from PSG College of Arts and Science, he is the Co-founder and Creative Director of Univision Photography LLP.
He has collaborated with National Geographic India and led premium campaigns for brands like Jean Claude Biguine. Alongside commercial work, he actively mentors media and design students, blending creative direction with academic excellence.
(21) Course Overview
Core Idea:
Great cinematography starts with strong photographic vision. Students learn to think like photographers, then translate that into motion storytelling.
Day 1 — Seeing Like a Cinematographer
- Composition, framing, negative space
- Turning still images into moving shots
- Film study: The Lunchbox
- Practice: Recreate film frames as photos and video
Day 2 — Lighting for Story
- Natural vs artificial light
- Motivated lighting & mood
- Film study: In the Mood for Love
- Practice: Light the same scene for different emotions
Day 3 — Color & Lens Psychology
- Color as emotion
- Lens choice and visual feel
- Film study: The Grand Budapest Hotel
- Practice: Shoot a color-themed visual scene
Day 4 — Depth & Camera Movement
- Layered composition
- Static vs moving camera
- Film study: Pather Panchali
- Practice: Create depth with blocking and movement
Day 5 — Visual Storytelling
- Shot design from script
- Cinematography for emotion
- Film study: Arrival
- Final Project: 1–2 min visual story (no dialogue)
Outcome
Students learn to:
✔ Compose cinematic frames
✔ Use light and color for emotion
✔ Translate photography into motion
✔ Tell stories visually