Narrative Photography (Level 1)

(8 sessions X 3 hours)

This short course introduces learners to the Narrative Photography genre via a single frame in Black & White. They will learn how framing of the subjects and other visual elements within a single frame connect the dots to create the art of storytelling. They will also learn to apply the Black & White aesthetic to the shooting and editing. Learners will be able to use any cameras they are comfortable with for this course, including the smartphone camera. This course is ideal for all photography learners, including those who have no or little prior knowledge of photography.

Course Content:

How to visualize a story and capture it as a single image
Application of B&W aesthetic to shooting and editing
Ethics in Narrative Photography
Outdoor sessions for practical skills
Consultation and critique session

A digital certificate will be issued upon successful course completion, which requires a minimum attendance rate of 75%.

Please note that no replacement classes are offered for missed lessons.

Once the course has commenced, no refunds will be issued for any withdrawal requests.

For any enquiries, please contact CLE at Tel: 6512 1388 or email [email protected]

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Our Trainers

Arron Teo

Arron Teo is a dedicated educator with more than 15 years of teaching experience in art and photography. He is currently an Adjunct Lecturer at Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, imparting his 2D Visual Art & Photography knowledge to tertiary and certificate students. He was invited to conduct an art & photography workshop for MOE teachers at Singapore Teachers’ Academy for the aRts since 2014. Arron’s photographs have been awarded, exhibited and published locally & internationally. His works have been featured in various photobooks & magazines. The Singapore Art Gallery Guide featured his photo-documentary works from 2010 until their final printed copy in late 2016. Arron enjoys photographing people and behind-the-scene events. He was also commissioned by celebrities, government and corporate organisations for portraiture and photo-documentary assignments locally and overseas.

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Course Information

Course Schedule
[March 2025 intake]
Not offered at March 2025 Intake

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[July 2025 intake]

9 July – 27 August 2025 (Every Wed, Sat)
7pm to 10pm

(Some lessons will be held on Saturdays)

Course Fee
S$984.00
S$532.63 (After NSA Subsidy)

Course fee does not include materials required for this course

Application Fee
S$48.00

Aid Schemes
NAC-NICA Training Support
National Silver Academy
SkillsFuture Credit
Union Training Assistance Program

SkillsFuture Mid-Career Credits of $4000 is not applicable to the course.

Application Information
Applications are accepted until 4 weeks before the course start date or when the course is full, whichever earlier.

Applications will open from 19 May 2025, for the July 2025 intakes.

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Customised Programmes

Transform and energise your organisation with us! Whether it is infographics or art therapy, we can work with your budget to create a programme that suits your needs.

Donors

Do you believe in the power of creativity to transform lives? You can make a difference by sponsoring art, design or media programmes for people in need. Your generosity will leave a lasting impact on the lives you touch and the art they create.

Get in touch with us at [email protected] to find out how you can create your own programmes today!

Information for Learners

CLE Office is located at NAFA Campus 1, Tower Block (Level 9).

We are open from Monday to Friday (excluding Public Holidays).

Operating hours:
9.30am - 12.30pm; 2.00pm - 5.00pm.

Available Subsidies:
SkillsFuture Credit
*SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy Credits are not applicable for all courses offered by our Centre
National Silver Academy (NSA)
NTUC Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP)

For any enquiries or assistance, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
Hotline: 6512 1388

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