“This course will make you confident to take commercial assignments, tabletop shoots, e-commerce projects and establish yourself as a professional photographer”
Diploma In Food &
Product Photography Course
“This course will make you confident to take commercial assignments, tabletop shoots, e-commerce projects and establish yourself as a professional photographer”
Diploma in Food & Product Photography Course
Product photography course options at Master’s Digital Photography School (MDPS) in Dadar West, Mumbai, offer a hands-on 6-month specialised diploma designed to get you ready for real-world commercial assignments. Rather than just staring at slides, you will spend your time mastering the nuances of studio lighting and styling through extensive practical sessions.
The curriculum dives deep into shooting everything brands demand, whether you are trying to capture the subtle textures of fabrics and ceramics, tame tricky reflections on glassware and jewellery, or make culinary dishes look irresistible through a dedicated food & product photography course. You will learn how to handle non-reflective items, electronic devices, and product-specific editing techniques using industry-standard tools. Beyond the camera, the program covers the practical business side of things—teaching you how to budget, market your services, and price your work so you can step straight into the commercial market with confidence.
Course Overview
- Cameras & Lights will be provided to students during the class, if they do not have their own.
- Students get specialized commercial product shoots, a dedicated food photography setup, and e-commerce shoots to enhance their experience & portfolio.
- This product photography course reveals advanced lighting, styling, and composition techniques for highlighting product features and textures.
- Students practically learn techniques for successful food photography and managing natural vs. studio lighting.
- Learn how to learn product photography from scratch and tell a compelling commercial story through your images.
- Students learn everything from Pricing, Presentation & Marketing required for a successful commercial photography business or independent studio.
Our Course Information
Course Duration
Six Month
WEEKDAY BATCHES
Morning Batch: 9 to 11 am
Mid Morning Batch: 11 to 1pm
Afternoon Batch: 2 to 4 pm
WEEKEND BATCH
Saturday & Sunday
8 to 12 pm (Basic & Advance)
Diploma Sessions: 4 hrs
(as per slots available)
Batch Starts on
Weekend Batch:
3rd October 2026
Afternoon Batch:
31st August 2026
Topics Covered
The theory and practical syllabus for the Food & Product Photography Course is as under
01
Studio Lighting and Setup
In-depth knowledge of studio strobes, continuous lights, light modifiers (softboxes, strip lights, umbrellas), and techniques to create custom tabletop setups and light boxes.
02
Specialised Product Photography
As a student, you will practically learn to shoot diverse commercial categories—from glassware, ceramics, and jewelry to fabric garments and high-end merchandise.
03
Food Styling and On-Location Shoot
Understanding light is very important in commercial work. You will learn food styling secrets, how to arrange textures, manage condensation, and use reflectors and diffusers effectively.
04
Practice Till the Time You Perfect
Extensive practice is given to the students so that they can confidently take on commercial projects, execute e-commerce assignments, and build a high-end portfolio.
05
Pricing, Presentation, and Marketing
Capturing a great image will no longer keep you competitive in today’s e-commerce market. Discussing the business of commercial photography along with real-world learning makes this course unique.
06
Digital Workflow
We share our workflow in Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom, hence simplifying the process for you.
07
Advanced Editing Techniques
We teach you the latest post-production and frequency separation techniques in the industry to create a masterpiece.
08
Portfolio & Catalog Designing
We teach you to curate and present your commercial portfolio that completes your needs as a professional product or food photographer.
09
A Complete Course
The Diploma in Food and Product Photography includes basics, advanced techniques, and digital image editing workflows designed for absolute beginners.
Course Structure
1st month Basic Photography*
2nd month Advance Photgraphy*
3rd month Digital Image Editing Techniques*
4th, 5th & 6th month Food & Product Photography Specialisation
Student's work
Student Reviews
I recently completed my Diploma in Food and Product Photography from Masters Digital Photography School (MDPS), and it’s been one of the best decisions for my career.
The course was not only well-structured but also very hands-on. We learned everything from camera basics to advanced lighting techniques, styling, editing. The faculty (Dharmesh Sir) is extremely knowledgeable and approachable. He guided me at every step, encouraged creativity, and gave valuable feedback that helped me grow as a photographer.
What I appreciated the most was the practical exposure we got. Once the shoots were planned and decided we ourselves have to source everything. Arrange for products, backgrounds etc and we reached early and started setting up entirely by ourselves which gave us confidence in lighting and camera handling. I now feel confident in taking up client work, setting up shoots, and building my photography brand.
Highly recommend MDPS to anyone who wants to specialize in product or food photography professionally. Grateful for the experience!
Simran Punjabi
This class was a great experience. Dharmesh sir gave us in-depth knowledge of the basics — from camera settings to understanding how to work with different lighting setups and modifiers. We went on outdoor shoots to places like the zoo and flower market, which gave us valuable hands-on practice. As part of the diploma, we also worked on food and product photography setups, which helped us build our portfolios.
Sayali
Bhakti Bhanushali
FAQ
Ask us
Anything
I’m completely new to commercial photography and haven't shot food or products before. Can I still join?
Yes, absolutely! You don’t need any prior photography experience. We start completely from scratch—the very first month is dedicated to mastering your camera settings and technical foundations, so you’ll feel totally prepared before stepping into the commercial studio.
Will I get hands-on practice styling and shooting food and commercial products?
100%! You won’t just learn theory. You’ll be working hands-on in a professional studio setting, shooting everything from plates and beverages to e-commerce products, leather, glassware, cosmetics, and luxury goods to build a stunning commercial portfolio.
What will I actually be shooting during this Food & product photography course?
You’ll get hands-on experience across a massive range of product photography set-ups ! The curriculum is structured with 30% dedicated to food photography and 70% focused on diverse commercial products—including e-commerce items, cosmetics, luxury goods, and high-end merchandise.
Will I learn how to handle tricky items like shiny glass bottles, metal, or liquids under studio lights?
You’ll master tabletop lighting using professional studio strobes, softboxes, and light modifiers. We specifically teach you how to control reflections on shiny surfaces, light transparent glassware or liquids, and manage complex studio setups like a pro commercial photographer.
Do I need to buy expensive studio equipment or cameras right away?
Not at all! MDPS provides all the professional cameras, studio lighting, and props you need during your classes so you can learn comfortably. The Diploma in Food & Product Photography is a comprehensive 6-month program designed to transform you into a market-ready commercial shooter.