SOP Sample for MS in Fashion Photography in the UK

A famous saying by [PERSON_NAME] says that "Photography, as a powerful medium of expression and communications, offers an infinite variety of perception, interpretation and execution." This is a quote that has always pushed me through my limits from the beginning of my photography career. Without a doubt, photography has always been contemplated to have a special status that influences today's youth. Photography is all self-expression and relating a conception to vigour or message. Without photography, our world would become very dull, pale, imaginationless, and very deprived of self-expression. Since my adolescent days, I have been profoundly induced by a few photographers like [PERSON_NAME], [PERSON_NAME], [PERSON_NAME], [PERSON_NAME], etc. which have intrigued me to learn and pursue Fashion Photography.

Being an aesthete, the imaginative and visualization skills which I possess from my childhood have led me to acquire a lot of friends and mentors in this industry. I have been toiling myself to bring an excellent academic record to my education profile by my diligence and devotion from the initial academic years. I secured 96.75% in my higher secondary education in 2013, after which I selected Bachelor of Technology in the branch of mechanical and got enrolled in [UNIVERSITY_NAME]. I have triumphantly completed my graduation in the year 2017 with a 7.46/10 CGPA. During my graduate studies, I tried to grasp all I could, but still, I found photography to be my true passion. Thus, I decided to switch my field that is from Mechanical to Photography. On the part of enhancing skills for the same, I have pursued a post-graduate diploma program in advertising and commercial photography from [INSTITUTION_NAME] in the year 2020. There, I got hands-on experience working with various studio lights, various types of cameras, Adobe Creative Suite, Capture One Pro, MS Office Suite, and many more.

After the post-graduation, I decided to involve myself in multiple projects, so I worked as a freelance photographer for a lot of brands like [COMPANY_NAME], [COMPANY_NAME], [COMPANY_NAME], [COMPANY_NAME] etc. I have attended several photography workshops by famous fashion photographers like [PERSON_NAME], [PERSON_NAME], and [PERSON_NAME] (UK-based photographer). After working as a freelancer, I got this opportunity to work with the channel [COMPANY_NAME] as a BTS Photographer and Videographer for a one of a kind web series called "[PROJECT_NAME]". The learning as a BTS photographer was enormous. It taught me many significant skills like patience, persistence, attention to detail, completion of the task that is taken up etc. I then joined [COMPANY_NAME], where I am working as a lead photographer. Most recently, I presented an online webinar session for the students of [INSTITUTION_NAME] located in [CITY]. In this workshop, I covered the aspects related to product photography and the integration of fashion in the commercial space.

My concluding intention is to start my school, aiming to become a thriving fashion photography master in the long run. But as this designation requires expertise, I want to gather an extensive amount of knowledge by working with various fashion brands worldwide. By learning from the senior and famous masters, I would surely understand what it looks like to work in an international work environment. Besides, India is at an early to mid-stage innovation cycle in implementing technologies in this domain, and it requires experts to work in this field. So, to gain a profound piece of learning in my area, I decided to pursue my master's in Fashion Photography. This program will assist me in learning not only fashion photography but also fine art and mass media and understand the other cultures as well. This course also has the potential to prepare me for future upcoming challenges, which can ensure I become a successful photographer. So, after achieving this program, I intend to strive with prime companies such as [COMPANY_NAME], [COMPANY_NAME], [COMPANY_NAME], [COMPANY_NAME], [COMPANY_NAME], [COMPANY_NAME], [COMPANY_NAME], and [COMPANY_NAME] etc.

While doing a lot of research on selecting the country, I found many potential options, but I could not find any better country than the United Kingdom. The fundamental reason is the access students get to the pathway to explore established and expanded conventions within contemporary fashion photography and an opportunity to produce highly creative original work using standard facilities. As Indian Universities have limited options, both in terms of curriculum and practical infrastructure, UK universities are highly recognized for keeping in perfect pace with the brand-new developments taking place regularly. Rich cultural diversity, a unique curriculum, and abundant opportunities have attracted me to choose the United Kingdom over other potential destinations.

There are no two ideas about it that studying at the [UNIVERSITY_NAME], being named the highest placed specialist creative university, guarantees a successful career in the creative industries. I am sure that, with the cutting-edge equipment this institute offers, a wealth of resources, and an inspiring environment would give wings to my academic development. The university offers in-depth knowledge in all the disciplines I require to heighten my knowledge to be capable of operating in the germinating dynamic standards of the market in a single program. It also consists of a digital photography studio inside the campus to grant us professional exposure. It is my firm conviction that the [UNIVERSITY_NAME] will enable me to find creative ways to establish myself as a well-rounded professional in the public arena.

I sincerely hope that the admission committee discovers my academic and co-curricular profile well-suited to the course specifications and gives me a chance to be a part of the esteemed university.

Thank you, [APPLICANT_NAME]