1. L S Raheja School of Art

The course deals with the principles and techniques of black and white photography with emphasis on camera use, imagery, film processing and quality printing. The minimum eligibility to pursue this course is an SSC. Log onto www.lsraheja.com/fashion/dip_video.asp for more details.

2. Shari Academy, Mumbai:

The only authorised training center by Adobe that offers courses for professional photography. The academy offers a number of courses to pursue a full fledged career in photography. Do visit their website for complete details. Website: www.shariacademy.com

3. Xavier's Institute of Communication, Mumbai

It offers certificate course in photography. The institute also organises photography workshops through the year. A workshop of 10 sessions co-ordinated by J.B Mistry commences on 10th July, 2010. For details log onto the website: www.xaviercomm.org/certificate-courses/certificate-courses.htm#Photography

4. National Institute of Photography, Mumbai

The institute offers part time and full time [basic and advanced] courses in photography. It also conducts photography workshops.

Website: www.focusnip.com/home.html

And once you are in the line of photography, you can join The Photography Club of Mumbai where a number of photographers, both professional and amateur, connect to improve their photography skills, promote experimentation and generally socialize with fellow photographers in the city of Mumbai. More details are available at http://www.photographyclubofmumbai.com/