Photography

Yes, owning a personal camera at Symbiosis School of Visual Arts and Photography is essential. The institute provides access to the latest cameras and equipment. We also assist students in selecting cameras and offer discounts on leading brands like Nikon, Canon, and Sony.

The BA programme is 100% practical, with theoretical concepts introduced as needed.

Short-term certificate courses focus on specific photography genres. For example, a certificate in studio lighting will only teach studio techniques but may not cover concept development, practical application, advanced retouching, or marketing.
The BA in Visual Arts & Photography at Symbiosis Photography Institute offers a comprehensive curriculum covering all photography genres, including fashion, wildlife, star trailing, and more. It equips students with industry-level skills in concept building, studio setups, fine retouching, and social media marketing.

No, but Symbiosis School of Visual Arts and Photography offer hostel and campus accommodation for students. 

Students can check the important Symbiosis School of Visual Arts and Photography admission process dates from the table mentioned below:

During the Personal Interaction session at Symbiosis School of Visual Arts and Photography, the college evaluates student's passion for photography and visual media. 

Symbiosis School of Visual Arts and Photography programme has a capacity of 50 students per year. 

AI cannot replace photography as many genres require on-field expertise. Photographers are essential for:

• Capturing real-life events (e.g., natural disasters, cultural festivals).
• Documenting authentic wildlife moments.
• Adding the human touch in studio shoots.

While AI may assist in areas like product and fashion photography, it cannot fully replicate a photographer's expertise, making photography a stable career choice.

The below-mentioned is the list of top recruiters at Symbiosis School of Visual Arts and Photography:

• Incredible India
• Nature in Focus
• Andhra Pradesh Tourism
• Sakal Times
• Lalit Kala Academy
• Ministry of Culture, Government of India
• India.com
• Fujifilm India Pvt. Ltd.
  …and many others.

One should go for a 3-year degree in photography instead of a short-term certificate course at SSVPA as it focus on specific photography genres. For example, a certificate in studio lighting will only teach studio techniques but may not cover concept development, practical application, advanced retouching, or marketing.
The BA in Visual Arts & Photography at Symbiosis Photography Institute offers a comprehensive curriculum covering all photography genres, including fashion, wildlife, star trailing, and more. It equips students with industry-level skills in concept building, studio setups, fine retouching, and social media marketing.