Photographic Lighting for Advanced Shooters

📸 Photographic Lighting for Advanced Shooters 🚀 Level Up Your Photography Skills with Michael Andrew!

Course Overview:

Photographic Lighting for Advanced Shooters is a comprehensive online course designed to elevate your understanding and application of lighting in photography. This isn't just about clicking a button; it's about mastering the art that shapes every image you capture. Whether you're shooting underwater, during the golden hour, or in the studio with complex lighting setups, Michael Andrew will guide you through each concept and technique with clarity and precision.

What You'll Learn:

🔸 Introduction to Light: Begin with the basics of what light is and why it's the cornerstone of any compelling photograph. Michael will introduce you to the intricacies of light behavior, angles, and properties.

🔸 Understanding Your Tools: Learn how to use polarizers, adjust white balance, and harness the unique qualities of light during different times of the day.

🔸 Working with Natural & Studio Light: Explore the nuances of different types of light and how they can be manipulated using various gear and settings to achieve your desired effect.

🔸 Creative Lighting Techniques: Take your creativity to new heights by mastering unique lighting setups, understanding lighting ratios, and learning to mimic natural lighting conditions indoors.

🔸 Unique Lighting Challenges: Tackle complex situations such as shooting groups, subjects with eyeglasses, and various products, learning how to handle reflective surfaces, glass, and more.

Course Structure:

Section 1: Introduction

• Welcome & Course Overview (3:59)
• What is Light? (9:11)
• Angles of Light (9:20)
• Understanding Polarizers (4:30)
• White Balance (4:02)
• Shooting During Golden Hour (TBD)
• The Box Challenge (TBD)

Section 2: Natural & Available Light

• Utilizing Ambient Light (10:00)
• Light Modifiers & Shapers (12:30)
• Advanced Techniques with Natural Light (15:00)

Section 3: Studio Lighting Mastery

• The Art of Portrait Lighting (18:00)
• High Fashion Lighting Setups (20:00)
• Product Photography Techniques (15:00)

Section 4: Creative & Unique Lighting

• Creating Dramatic Effects with Light (17:00)
• Shadow Play & High Contrast Imagery (12:30)
• Mastering Backlight & Silhouettes (15:00)

Section 5: Advanced Subjects & Product Photography

• Shooting Groups & Large Scenes (15:00)
• Capturing Subjects with Eyeglasses (8:45)
• Product Lighting Crash Course (6:03)

Section 6: Field Examples & Practical Application

• Jewelry Photography in the Field (4:42)
• Shooting Round and Smooth Objects (9:48)
• Glass on a White Background (3:47)

Conclusion:

• Final Quiz (9:55)
• Course Wrap Up & Conclusion (1:32)

Who is this course for?

This course is tailored for photographers with a foundational understanding of photography. You should be comfortable with terms like lens, aperture, and shutter speed, as these will be referenced throughout the course. This is an advanced-level course designed to push your boundaries and enhance your technical skills alongside your artistic vision.

Why Take This Course?

By the end of this course, you'll have a deeper understanding of how light interacts with your subject matter. You'll learn how to control, manipulate, and use lighting to tell a story or convey an emotion through your images. The skills you acquire here will be invaluable, whether you're shooting for fun, building a portfolio, or working as a professional photographer.

Enroll Now!

Embark on this journey with Michael Andrew and unlock the full potential of photographic lighting. Whether it's for portraits, landscapes, or products, learn to master light and make your photography stand out. 🌟

Note: The course timing may vary based on individual pace and learning preferences. It is designed to be completed within a week but can be adjusted as needed. Take control of your lighting skills today!