Technology in photography
Technology has played a critical role in defining the contours of professional photography and art of film making, said #Minister of State for Information & Broadcasting, Col. Rajyavardhan Rathore.
“The exposure of budding young talent to the nuances of technology has a positive impact on their learning curve,” he said
“This initiative would ensure the perfect blend of technology and young talent through the platform of FTII,” Rathore added at the signing of an Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between #Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), and #Canon India Private Limited.
The MoU would promote film education through short-term courses across several towns and cities in the country.
Under FTII’s unique initiative SKIFT (Skilling India in Film and Television) several short courses, mostly of skill-oriented nature have been proposed to be held in collaboration with State Governments, Universities and Educational institutions.
FTII Pune is one of Asia’s leading and India’s foremost institute in film and television education. It has been preparing to break new grounds by pushing to democratise cinematic education by offering quality and affordable training to general public and practitioners alike at locations where there is a demand for such courses.
As a technology partner for this initiative, Canon India would add value to the program endeavored to scale skill development in film and television to greater heights, said Kazutada Kobayashi, President & CEO, Canon India.
Canon, an international brand in digital imaging, as ‘Technology Partner’ of SKIFT would be providing high-end cameras and accessories free of cost for the courses. This support would be a major contributing factor in keeping the course fees affordable while offering an opportunity to course participants to use cutting-edge equipment.
Initially SKIFT would conduct courses such as Digital Cinematography, Documentary Film Making, Screenplay Writing, Acting, Film Criticism & Journalism and Film Appreciation. fii-news.com
