KEY FEATURES

While there's plenty you can do to adjust the light in a studio, Mother Nature offers little flexibility when it comes to the light she provides you. Follow along this course, and you'll learn expert tips for capturing the best possible light when you're out shooting. You'll explore the different types of natural light you're likely to encounter, and you'll get up to speed with the best tools for post-processing to make your photos look even better.

• Access 12 lectures & 1.5 hours of content 24/7
• Learn about the different types of natural light & how to work w/ them
• Explore the best tools for post-processing after you shoot
• Understand & work w/ sidelight, backlight, diffused light & more

PRODUCT SPECS

Important Details

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: streaming and offline access on desktop and mobile
• Certification of completion not included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• 12 Video lessons in HD
• Exclusive bonus content
• Offline sync with the iPhone & iPad apps

Compatibility

• CreativeLive app: iOS 10.0 or later

Requirements

• Internet required

THE EXPERT

Instructor

Matt Kloskowski is a Tampa-based landscape photographer who loves teaching and photography (in that order). Because he feels that enjoying photography, Photoshop®, and Lightroom® can get way too complicated, his personal mission is to create education that simplifies the process of taking great photos and editing them to get the results you’ve always wanted. He's a best-selling author of over 20 books on photography, Lightroom® and Photoshop®, and teaches at seminars and conferences around the world.

KEY FEATURES

If photographing the planet's last great wild places is your goal, you'd be remiss to start without this course. Drawing from decades of experience capturing wildlife photos, renowned photographer Tom Mangelsen explores the complex process behind wildlife photography and how you can get started. You'll learn from Tom's own experiences plus his critiques of viewer-submitted work as he takes you through the basics of gear and scouting, using natural light, and more.

• Access 24 lectures & 10 hours of content 24/7
• Get the essentials behind using the proper gear & equipment
• Learn how to capture wild animals in their natural environment
• Understand how to increase the visibility of your work
• Learn the importance of respecting wildlife & wildlife ethics

PRODUCT SPECS

Important Details

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: streaming and offline access on desktop and mobile
• Certification of completion not included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• 24 Video lessons in HD
• Exclusive bonus content
• Offline sync with the iPhone & iPad apps

Compatibility

• CreativeLive app: iOS 10.0 or later

Requirements

• Internet required

THE EXPERT

Instructor

Legendary nature photographer Thomas D. Mangelsen has traveled throughout the natural world for nearly 40 years observing and photographing the Earth's last great wild places. His amazing photography has appeared in National Geographic, BBC Wildlife, Life, Newsweek, Wildlife Art, and many other publications. Mangelsen was named Wildlife Photographer of the Year by BBC and one of the Most Influential Nature Photographers by Outdoor Photography. He has had exhibits in the San Diego Natural History Museum, The Natural History Museum in London, and the Joslyn Art Museum in Omaha, Nebraska. One of the most prolific nature photographers of our time, Mangelsen is as much an artist as he is a conservationist. Mangelsen is co-founder of The Cougar Fund, a founding Fellow of The International League of Conservation Photographers, on the international advisory council for the Jane Goodall Institute and a board ambassador for the Jackson Hole Conservation Alliance.

KEY FEATURES

You might see a stunning waterfall or rolling plain one way, but when you snap a photo, the image doesn't always match what your naked eye initially saw. Led by a Photoshop and Lightroom expert, this post-processing course will show you how to fix the disconnect and give those beautiful places the same color, atmosphere, detail, and feeling they had before you hit your camera's shutter.

• Access 4 lectures & 1 hour of content 24/7
• Learn how to improve your photos with expert-approved Photoshop & Lightroom techniques
• Deepen your understanding of exposure, shadows, highlights & tone
• Learn how to work w/ the sky & clouds and deal with exposure

PRODUCT SPECS

Important Details

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: streaming and offline access on desktop and mobile
• Certification of completion not included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• 4 Video lessons in HD
• Exclusive bonus content
• Offline sync with the iPhone & iPad apps

Compatibility

• CreativeLive app: iOS 10.0 or later

Requirements

• Internet required
• Software used: Adobe Photoshop CC 2014.2.2, Adobe Lightroom 5

THE EXPERT

Instructor

Matt Kloskowski is a Tampa-based landscape photographer who loves teaching and photography (in that order). Because he feels that enjoying photography, Photoshop®, and Lightroom® can get way too complicated, his personal mission is to create education that simplifies the process of taking great photos and editing them to get the results you’ve always wanted. He's a best-selling author of over 20 books on photography, Lightroom® and Photoshop®, and teaches at seminars and conferences around the world.

KEY FEATURES

Capture the beauty of the world around you with insight from a photographer toting more than 20 years of experience. Marc Muench breaks photography down into two sections: the Creative Trinity of Photography, which covers composition, subject, and light; and the Technical Trinity of Photography, focusing on ISO, aperture, and shutter. You'll come to grips with both and learn how to turn these concepts into stunning landscape photos as you make your way through 12 hours of expert-led training.

• Access 27 lectures & 12 hours of content 24/7
• Take better photos w/ insight on composition, subject & light
• Familiarize yourself w/ the technical concepts of ISO, aperture & shutter
• Learn how to improve your post-production process through Lightroom

PRODUCT SPECS

Important Details

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: streaming and offline access on desktop and mobile
• Certification of completion not included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• 27 Video lessons in HD
• Exclusive bonus content
• Offline sync with the iPhone & iPad apps

Compatibility

• CreativeLive app: iOS 10.0 or later

Requirements

• Internet required

THE EXPERT

Instructor

Marc Muench has been a professional landscape and sports photographer for over 20 years. After completing his studies at Pasadena Art Center College of Design in the spring of 1989, Marc immediately began photographing for book publishers such as Graphic Arts Center, Browntrout Publishing and Time Inc. Soon after, Marc represented Canon Camera in several ad campaigns, as well as appearing on “Canon Photo Safari” which aired on ESPN outdoor block, for eight straight seasons.

Marc has been hired to create photography for Leo Burnett, IMI, Kodak, Grey Advertising, Ogilvy and Mather, McCann Erickson, Karsh and Hagan, Hakuhodo Inc., Hallmark, Time-Life, Reader's Digest and The National Geographic on various projects.

Marc's photography has appeared on covers or inside Time, National Geographic, Traveler, Arizona Highways, Ski, Skiing, Sunset, Outside, Sierra Magazine, etc. His work also appears in books, calendars, note cards, postcards, posters and annual reports. His work has been included in many different photography exhibitions around the country.

His video work is featured by the National Park Service and Catalina Island Conservancy. Marc’s most recent book “Exploring North American Landscapes” published by Rocknook Publishers 2010, is now available through Amazon.com.

For the past 7 years Marc has been conducting photography workshops around the world with his company Muench Workshops LLC. Along with his business partner Andy Williams, they have held over 100 expeditions to locations such as Iceland, Africa and Scotland.

KEY FEATURES

We are surrounded by gorgeous landscapes, and while experiencing them is simple enough, capturing their grandeur on camera isn't quite as easy. From choosing the best gear to planning for lighting and composition, award-winning photographer John Greengo walks you through the thought process of taking stunning landscape photos. You'll learn from illustrations, animations, and photographs of destinations from around the world as you demystify this art form and start snapping photos that match your unique perspective.

• Access 27 lectures & 12 hours of content 24/7
• Deepen your understanding of exposure, focus & other core photo concepts
• Learn which camera gear is suited for the environment you want to shoot in
• Improve your edits by learning from hands-on photo critiques

PRODUCT SPECS

Important Details

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: streaming and offline access on desktop and mobile
• Certification of completion not included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• 27 Video lessons in HD
• Exclusive bonus content
• Offline sync with the iPhone & iPad apps

Compatibility

• CreativeLive app: iOS 10.0 or later

Requirements

• Internet required

THE EXPERT

Instructor

John Greengo is an award-winning photographer specializing in outdoor and travel photography. Shooting for over 3 decades, John has developed an unrivaled understanding of the industry, tools, techniques and art of photography. When he's not traveling for a new shoot, John teaches photography to students from all over the world. John's unique blend of illustrations, animations and photographs make learning photography easy and fun.

KEY FEATURES

Creativity is what inspires every photographer to take a photo; it pushes you to expand your skills and is also what sets you apart from your peers. But how do you stay creative? What do you do when you’re in a creative slump? How do you challenge yourself to continually take chances and grow as a photographer? In this unique course, you'll get 25 lessons that will help ignite your creative spark and generate authentic work while living life to its fullest.

• Access 25 HD video lessons & 3 hours of content 24/7
• Cover problems that every creative encounters & get actionable steps that lead to solutions
• Learn how to keep your dreams alive & reach your fullest potential

PRODUCT SPECS

Important Details

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: Streaming and offline access on desktop and mobile
• Offline sync with iPhone and iPad CreativeLive app
• 25 video lessons in HD
• Certification of completion not included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: all levels

Requirements

• CreativeLive app: iOS 10.0 or later
• Internet required

THE EXPERT

Instructor

Chris Orwig is an author, teacher, photographer, and creator of more than 100 courses online. He has a down-to-earth and natural teaching style that makes learning difficult topics a breeze. His most recent book, THE CREATIVE FIGHT, is about creating your best work and the pursuit of living life to the fullest degree. He is a regular speaker on the topics of creativity and photography and has been invited to speak at places like the Google headquarters and on the TEDx stage. Whether shooting photographs, speaking, or writing books, he inspires others to become more creative and to lead better lives. For more details on this course and instructor, click here.

KEY FEATURES

How are you supposed to find, create, and capture great light if you don’t know how it all works? In this course, you'll get an introduction to the fundamentals you need to understand and control the most important element of photography – light.

• Access 1 HD video lesson & 1 hour of content 24/7
• Discuss light sources & the inverse square law
• Explore lighting patterns
• Learn about feathering, catch fighting, & much more

PRODUCT SPECS

Important Details

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: Streaming and offline access on desktop and mobile
• Offline sync with iPhone and iPad CreativeLive app
• 1 video lesson in HD
• Certification of completion not included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: all levels

Requirements

• CreativeLive app: iOS 10.0 or later
• Internet required

THE EXPERT

Instructor

You may recognize John Cornicello as the lighting technician on many of the creativeLIVE studio workshops. He’s a lighting expert, photographer, and a master at capturing pyrotechnic celebrations. John is a Seattle-based photographer specializing in capturing the beauty and spontaneity of the human form and figure. For more details on this course and instructor, click here.

KEY FEATURES

A well-equipped home studio can be a great place to work, but you need the right gear on hand to get pro-level results. In this course, you'll learn how to outfit your space without breaking the bank.

• Access 9 HD video lessons & 2.5 hours of content 24/7
• Identify & utilize household items to affordably stock your home studio
• Draw success from confined spaces & common household limitations
• Use basic modifiers like reflectors & soft-boxes to shape light

PRODUCT SPECS

Important Details

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: Streaming and offline access on desktop and mobile
• Offline sync with iPhone and iPad CreativeLive app
• 9 video lesson in HD
• Certification of completion not included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: all levels

Requirements

• CreativeLive app: iOS 10.0 or later
• Internet required

THE EXPERT

Instructor

Tony has been a photographer, an educator, and an author. His photographic works have been featured in publications throughout the world. While he has worked for some of the most discerning clients in the world, he is most proud of being acknowledged and included in more than twenty-five photographic books by other photographers. Tony has photographed three U.S. presidents, The Millennium Summit Meeting of World Leaders at the United Nations, sports celebrities, almost 800 brides and grooms, and a handful of NASA astronauts. For more details on this course and instructor, click here.

KEY FEATURES

Your best opportunity for photos is usually the camera in your pocket. In this class, you'll learn techniques to capture amazing smartphone images. From lighting to composition techniques to different modes, this class will help you take photos that make lifelong memories.

• Access 11 HD video lessons & 1 hour of content 24/7
• Find the best light for your subject & make it pop
• Discuss composition techniques or ways to frame your subject so they are most pleasing in the photo
• Cover the ins & outs of when to use portrait mode, HDR, or more effects

PRODUCT SPECS

Important Details

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: Streaming and offline access on desktop and mobile
• Offline sync with iPhone and iPad CreativeLive app
• 11 video lesson in HD
• Certification of completion not included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: all levels

Requirements

• CreativeLive app: iOS 10.0 or later
• Internet required

THE EXPERT

Instructor

Jared Platt is a professional wedding and lifestyle photographer from Phoenix, Arizona. Jared holds a Masters of Fine Arts in the Photographic Studies and a Bachelors of Fine Arts in Photography from Arizona State University and has been a professional photographer and college educator for the past 12 years and has been a speaking, debating and lecturing for the past 17 years. His attention to detail and craft make him a demanding photography instructor. Jared has lectured at major trade shows and photo conferences as well as at universities around the world on the subject of photography as well as workflow. Currently, Jared is traveling the United States and Canada teaching and lecturing on photography and post-production workflow. For more details on this course and instructor, click here.

KEY FEATURES

Creativity is what inspires every photographer to take a photo; it pushes you to expand your skills and is also what sets you apart from your peers. But how do you stay creative? What do you do when you’re in a creative slump? How do you challenge yourself to continually take chances and grow as a photographer? In this unique course, you'll get 25 lessons that will help ignite your creative spark and generate authentic work while living life to its fullest.

• Access 25 HD video lessons & 3 hours of content 24/7
• Cover problems that every creative encounters & get actionable steps that lead to solutions
• Learn how to keep your dreams alive & reach your fullest potential

PRODUCT SPECS

Important Details

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: Streaming and offline access on desktop and mobile
• Offline sync with iPhone and iPad CreativeLive app
• 25 video lessons in HD
• Certification of completion not included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: all levels

Requirements

• CreativeLive app: iOS 10.0 or later
• Internet required

THE EXPERT

Instructor

Chris Orwig is an author, teacher, photographer, and creator of more than 100 courses online. He has a down-to-earth and natural teaching style that makes learning difficult topics a breeze. His most recent book, THE CREATIVE FIGHT, is about creating your best work and the pursuit of living life to the fullest degree. He is a regular speaker on the topics of creativity and photography and has been invited to speak at places like the Google headquarters and on the TEDx stage. Whether shooting photographs, speaking, or writing books, he inspires others to become more creative and to lead better lives. For more details on this course and instructor, click here.

KEY FEATURES

How are you supposed to find, create, and capture great light if you don’t know how it all works? In this course, you'll get an introduction to the fundamentals you need to understand and control the most important element of photography – light.

• Access 1 HD video lesson & 1 hour of content 24/7
• Discuss light sources & the inverse square law
• Explore lighting patterns
• Learn about feathering, catch fighting, & much more

PRODUCT SPECS

Important Details

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: Streaming and offline access on desktop and mobile
• Offline sync with iPhone and iPad CreativeLive app
• 1 video lesson in HD
• Certification of completion not included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: all levels

Requirements

• CreativeLive app: iOS 10.0 or later
• Internet required

THE EXPERT

Instructor

You may recognize John Cornicello as the lighting technician on many of the creativeLIVE studio workshops. He’s a lighting expert, photographer, and a master at capturing pyrotechnic celebrations. John is a Seattle-based photographer specializing in capturing the beauty and spontaneity of the human form and figure. For more details on this course and instructor, click here.

KEY FEATURES

A well-equipped home studio can be a great place to work, but you need the right gear on hand to get pro-level results. In this course, you'll learn how to outfit your space without breaking the bank.

• Access 9 HD video lessons & 2.5 hours of content 24/7
• Identify & utilize household items to affordably stock your home studio
• Draw success from confined spaces & common household limitations
• Use basic modifiers like reflectors & soft-boxes to shape light

PRODUCT SPECS

Important Details

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: Streaming and offline access on desktop and mobile
• Offline sync with iPhone and iPad CreativeLive app
• 9 video lesson in HD
• Certification of completion not included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: all levels

Requirements

• CreativeLive app: iOS 10.0 or later
• Internet required

THE EXPERT

Instructor

Tony has been a photographer, an educator, and an author. His photographic works have been featured in publications throughout the world. While he has worked for some of the most discerning clients in the world, he is most proud of being acknowledged and included in more than twenty-five photographic books by other photographers. Tony has photographed three U.S. presidents, The Millennium Summit Meeting of World Leaders at the United Nations, sports celebrities, almost 800 brides and grooms, and a handful of NASA astronauts. For more details on this course and instructor, click here.

KEY FEATURES

Your best opportunity for photos is usually the camera in your pocket. In this class, you'll learn techniques to capture amazing smartphone images. From lighting to composition techniques to different modes, this class will help you take photos that make lifelong memories.

• Access 11 HD video lessons & 1 hour of content 24/7
• Find the best light for your subject & make it pop
• Discuss composition techniques or ways to frame your subject so they are most pleasing in the photo
• Cover the ins & outs of when to use portrait mode, HDR, or more effects

PRODUCT SPECS

Important Details

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: Streaming and offline access on desktop and mobile
• Offline sync with iPhone and iPad CreativeLive app
• 11 video lesson in HD
• Certification of completion not included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: all levels

Requirements

• CreativeLive app: iOS 10.0 or later
• Internet required

THE EXPERT

Instructor

Jared Platt is a professional wedding and lifestyle photographer from Phoenix, Arizona. Jared holds a Masters of Fine Arts in the Photographic Studies and a Bachelors of Fine Arts in Photography from Arizona State University and has been a professional photographer and college educator for the past 12 years and has been a speaking, debating and lecturing for the past 17 years. His attention to detail and craft make him a demanding photography instructor. Jared has lectured at major trade shows and photo conferences as well as at universities around the world on the subject of photography as well as workflow. Currently, Jared is traveling the United States and Canada teaching and lecturing on photography and post-production workflow. For more details on this course and instructor, click here.

KEY FEATURES

The secret to filming stunning aerial videography? Drones. Capture dynamic footage formerly only possible via helicopter or plane, and more efficiently and inexpensively than you thought possible. You'll master the essentials of drone-powered videography--ranging from drone flying safety measures to footage editing techniques--and will be ready to turn out polished videos guaranteed to impress viewers by course's end.

• Use drones to capture aerial footage w/ over 2 hours of content
• Understand important FAA regulations & safety tips
• Learn how to maneuver a drone like an expert
• Choose the right drone
• Utilize first person view (FPV) to craft dynamic footage
• Understand important safety measures for flying drones
• Edit your footage in post-processing
• Effectively use your aerial imaging to craft a story
• Travel w/ your drone without any fuss

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
• Certification of completion not included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

• Internet required

THE EXPERT

Mark Richardson is a full time photographer and videographer who has built custom multirotors and has been capturing aerial imagery for over two years. He's traveled worldwide with his current quadcopter, (an Inspire 1) and has mastered the techniques for getting stunning aerial shots while maintaining safety. Mark has hundreds of hours of multirotor flight time under his belt, with a zero crash record on the Inspire 1.

KEY FEATURES

Got a new DSLR camera? It probably looks pretty daunting, what with all those buttons and settings. This course will introduce you to your camera and teach you all the fundamental settings and methods for getting professional-looking photos out of your camera.

• Access 18 lectures & 5 hours of content 24/7
• Gain a photography foundation to fully unlock the potential of your camera
• Understand the essential items you need in your DSLR pack
• Meet the "Photo Triangle," a secret weapon for explaining the basics
• Learn the composition techniques used by DaVinci, Botticelli, Van Gogh, and many more
• Explore the fundamentals of exposure and ISO, and why they matter
• Creatively utilize shutter speed

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
• Certification of completion not included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: beginner

Compatibility

Internet required

THE EXPERT

Ken Schultz is the creator of the EasyDSLR Digital Photography Course. Ken setup a blog on digital photography in December 2010 and helped hundreds of new DSLR buyers with an eBook, "Digital SLR Buyer's Guide." This course condenses the knowledge Ken gained throughout his 30-year career as a photojournalist, capturing images of everything from international travel and ocean life to weddings.

KEY FEATURES

You've made some progress with your DSLR, but this course will help you develop into a true photography master. With sections on everything from capturing better portraits, to night photography, to cinematic HD video capture, you'll learn how to truly get the most out of your camera. You'll even delve into HDR to learn how to create amazing time-lapse sequences.

• Access 19 lectures & 6.5 hours of content 24/7
• Builds on the foundational techniques
• Key elements for capturing better portraits
• Essential settings for better night photos + instructions for use
• Tools & tricks for snapping great nature photos
• Learn to create a time-lapse sequence
• Basic image editing techniques using Photoshop & free software

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
• Certification of completion not included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: advanced

Compatibility

Internet required

THE EXPERT

Ken Schultz is the creator of the EasyDSLR Digital Photography Course. Ken setup a blog on digital photography in December 2010 and helped hundreds of new DSLR buyers with an eBook, "Digital SLR Buyer's Guide." This course condenses the knowledge Ken gained throughout his 30-year career as a photojournalist, capturing images of everything from international travel and ocean life to weddings.

KEY FEATURES

Ditch your automatic settings once and for all, and take your photographic passion to the next level with this in-depth course. Learning manual photography opens up huge opportunity for creativity--you won't just capture moments, you will create art. Choose to tune in live and participate in the 10 lessons, or watch them on-demand when your schedule permits.

• Utilize the full functionality of your camera
• Expand on your passion for photography
• Choose to participate in 10 live online core lessons or watch on demand
• Build up your photography knowledge at your own pace
• Interact w/ a live learning community & take parts in questions and answers sessions
• Successfully adjust the aperture & shutter speed
• Study light metering & ISO
• Understand colour temperature & white balance

Note: New courses begin every Monday.

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• New classes begin every Monday
• Students can attend 10 live lessons over 5 weeks and/or students learn at their convenience and pace via 24/7 subsequent on-demand access
• Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

• Internet required

THE EXPERT

The Live Online Academy is a professional training and higher education institution dedicated to making the highest quality, practical education accessible to all. We are committed to both excellence in teaching and support, enhancing the learning experience of each individual student. We provide cutting edge education, offering highly innovate topics, administered in a flexible nature.

For more details on this course and instructor, click here.

KEY FEATURES

Graphic design is visual problem solving. It’s more than just making things look cool; it’s about communicating a message. Graphic designers are in high demand because they know how to reach people in creative, aesthetically pleasing ways. In this introduction to the Adobe Creative Suite, you’ll learn to use Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign--the Holy Trinity of design applications. This course will provide you with the real world applicable skills and knowledge to better promote your or a potential client’s brand.

• Access 10 online modules of highly enjoyable interactive, easily accessible, premium practical content delivered in an accessible format available at your convenience
• Learn from an award-winning, multidisciplinary designer
• Receive full support throughout the course period & after completion
• Learn how to design for print
• Lessons are divided into short chapters to allow you to study efficiently without impeding on your current lifestyle
• Enjoy fully interactive bonus Q&A sessions
• Learn basic graphic design principles like Alignment, Balance, Contrast, Proximity & Repetition
• Discover how to combine images & backgrounds
• Manipulate Illustrator to create logos, build shapes, & trace images
• Discover Typography and simple design rules

Note: New classes begin every Monday.

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• New classes begin every Monday
• Length of time users can access this course: 5 weeks
• Access options: web streaming
• Certificate available upon completion
• Experience level required: all levels
• Redeem your voucher within 48 hours to receive a free Bonus Starter Pack tailored to your course when you attend the first Live Webinar

Compatibility

Internet required

THE EXPERT

The Live Online Academy is a professional training and higher education institution dedicated to making the highest quality, practical education accessible to all. We are committed to both excellence in teaching and support, enhancing the learning experience of each individual student. We provide cutting edge education, offering highly innovative topics, administered in a flexible nature.

For more information on this course and instructor, click here.

KEY FEATURES

Image editing is an essential part of Digital Photography, whatever level you are. Whether you’re looking to retouch a family portrait, enhance the colors in a landscape, or just add some cool effects to a picture of friends, Adobe Photoshop is the program to use. Understanding how to use Photoshop will open up a whole new world of creative tools and techniques. This course will equip you with valuable post-production knowledge that will add another layer to your skill set as a photographer.

• Attend 8 live lessons over 5 weeks or learn at your own convenience via 24/7 subsequent on-demand access
• Enhance your learning with 8 live interactive online modules
• Receive full support throughout the course period & after completion
• Enjoy fully interactive bonus Q&A sessions
• Learn to enhance images using Adjustment Layers
• Discover how to remove or add people & objects
• Understand how to retouch pictures to enhance your pictures' beauty

Note: New classes begin every Monday.

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• New classes begin every Monday
• Length of time users can access this course: 4 weeks
• Access options: web streaming
• Certificate available upon completion
• Experience level required: all levels
• Redeem your voucher within 48 hours to receive a free Bonus Starter Pack tailored to your course when you attend the first Live Webinar

Compatibility

Internet required

THE EXPERT

The Live Online Academy is a professional training and higher education institution dedicated to making the highest quality, practical education accessible to all. We are committed to both excellence in teaching and support, enhancing the learning experience of each individual student. We provide cutting edge education, offering highly innovative topics, administered in a flexible nature.

For more information on this course and instructor, click here.

KEY FEATURES

No matter how competent a photographer you are, sometimes you may need to take your photos a step further with image editing. Developed by photographers for photographers, Adobe Lightroom is an editing program that may open up a whole new world of possibilities for your work. Through this course, you’ll learn how to take your images from the camera to the finished product.

• Attend 8 live lessons over 5 weeks or learn at your own convenience via 24/7 subsequent on-demand access
• Enhance your learning with 8 live interactive online modules
• Receive full support throughout the course period & after completion
• Enjoy fully interactive bonus Q&A sessions
• Discover how to easily organize your photos with the library module
• Understand how to manipulate the color in your photos
• Learn to create incredible panoramas using the photomerging tool
• Understand how to properly print beautiful photos

Note: New classes begin every Monday.

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• New classes begin every Monday
• Length of time users can access this course: 5 weeks
• Access options: web streaming
• Certificate available upon completion
• Experience level required: all levels
• Redeem your voucher within 48 hours to receive a free Bonus Starter Pack tailored to your course when you attend the first Live Webinar

Compatibility

Internet required

THE EXPERT

The Live Online Academy is a professional training and higher education institution dedicated to making the highest quality, practical education accessible to all. We are committed to both excellence in teaching and support, enhancing the learning experience of each individual student. We provide cutting edge education, offering highly innovative topics, administered in a flexible nature.

For more information on this course and instructor, click here.

KEY FEATURES

Ditch your automatic settings once and for all, and take your photographic passion to the next level with this in-depth course. Learning manual photography opens up huge opportunity for creativity--you won't just capture moments, you will create art. Choose to tune in live and participate in the 10 lessons, or watch them on-demand when your schedule permits.

• Utilize the full functionality of your camera
• Expand on your passion for photography
• Choose to participate in 10 live online core lessons or watch on demand
• Build up your photography knowledge at your own pace
• Interact w/ a live learning community & take parts in questions and answers sessions
• Successfully adjust the aperture & shutter speed
• Study light metering & ISO
• Understand colour temperature & white balance

Note: New courses begin every Monday.

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• New classes begin every Monday
• Students can attend 10 live lessons over 5 weeks and/or students learn at their convenience and pace via 24/7 subsequent on-demand access
• Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

• Internet required

THE EXPERT

The Live Online Academy is a professional training and higher education institution dedicated to making the highest quality, practical education accessible to all. We are committed to both excellence in teaching and support, enhancing the learning experience of each individual student. We provide cutting edge education, offering highly innovate topics, administered in a flexible nature.

For more details on this course and instructor, click here.

KEY FEATURES

Graphic design is visual problem solving. It’s more than just making things look cool; it’s about communicating a message. Graphic designers are in high demand because they know how to reach people in creative, aesthetically pleasing ways. In this introduction to the Adobe Creative Suite, you’ll learn to use Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign--the Holy Trinity of design applications. This course will provide you with the real world applicable skills and knowledge to better promote your or a potential client’s brand.

• Access 10 online modules of highly enjoyable interactive, easily accessible, premium practical content delivered in an accessible format available at your convenience
• Learn from an award-winning, multidisciplinary designer
• Receive full support throughout the course period & after completion
• Learn how to design for print
• Lessons are divided into short chapters to allow you to study efficiently without impeding on your current lifestyle
• Enjoy fully interactive bonus Q&A sessions
• Learn basic graphic design principles like Alignment, Balance, Contrast, Proximity & Repetition
• Discover how to combine images & backgrounds
• Manipulate Illustrator to create logos, build shapes, & trace images
• Discover Typography and simple design rules

Note: New classes begin every Monday.

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• New classes begin every Monday
• Length of time users can access this course: 5 weeks
• Access options: web streaming
• Certificate available upon completion
• Experience level required: all levels
• Redeem your voucher within 48 hours to receive a free Bonus Starter Pack tailored to your course when you attend the first Live Webinar

Compatibility

Internet required

THE EXPERT

The Live Online Academy is a professional training and higher education institution dedicated to making the highest quality, practical education accessible to all. We are committed to both excellence in teaching and support, enhancing the learning experience of each individual student. We provide cutting edge education, offering highly innovative topics, administered in a flexible nature.

For more information on this course and instructor, click here.

KEY FEATURES

Image editing is an essential part of Digital Photography, whatever level you are. Whether you’re looking to retouch a family portrait, enhance the colors in a landscape, or just add some cool effects to a picture of friends, Adobe Photoshop is the program to use. Understanding how to use Photoshop will open up a whole new world of creative tools and techniques. This course will equip you with valuable post-production knowledge that will add another layer to your skill set as a photographer.

• Attend 8 live lessons over 5 weeks or learn at your own convenience via 24/7 subsequent on-demand access
• Enhance your learning with 8 live interactive online modules
• Receive full support throughout the course period & after completion
• Enjoy fully interactive bonus Q&A sessions
• Learn to enhance images using Adjustment Layers
• Discover how to remove or add people & objects
• Understand how to retouch pictures to enhance your pictures' beauty

Note: New classes begin every Monday.

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• New classes begin every Monday
• Length of time users can access this course: 4 weeks
• Access options: web streaming
• Certificate available upon completion
• Experience level required: all levels
• Redeem your voucher within 48 hours to receive a free Bonus Starter Pack tailored to your course when you attend the first Live Webinar

Compatibility

Internet required

THE EXPERT

The Live Online Academy is a professional training and higher education institution dedicated to making the highest quality, practical education accessible to all. We are committed to both excellence in teaching and support, enhancing the learning experience of each individual student. We provide cutting edge education, offering highly innovative topics, administered in a flexible nature.

For more information on this course and instructor, click here.

KEY FEATURES

No matter how competent a photographer you are, sometimes you may need to take your photos a step further with image editing. Developed by photographers for photographers, Adobe Lightroom is an editing program that may open up a whole new world of possibilities for your work. Through this course, you’ll learn how to take your images from the camera to the finished product.

• Attend 8 live lessons over 5 weeks or learn at your own convenience via 24/7 subsequent on-demand access
• Enhance your learning with 8 live interactive online modules
• Receive full support throughout the course period & after completion
• Enjoy fully interactive bonus Q&A sessions
• Discover how to easily organize your photos with the library module
• Understand how to manipulate the color in your photos
• Learn to create incredible panoramas using the photomerging tool
• Understand how to properly print beautiful photos

Note: New classes begin every Monday.

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• New classes begin every Monday
• Length of time users can access this course: 5 weeks
• Access options: web streaming
• Certificate available upon completion
• Experience level required: all levels
• Redeem your voucher within 48 hours to receive a free Bonus Starter Pack tailored to your course when you attend the first Live Webinar

Compatibility

Internet required

THE EXPERT

The Live Online Academy is a professional training and higher education institution dedicated to making the highest quality, practical education accessible to all. We are committed to both excellence in teaching and support, enhancing the learning experience of each individual student. We provide cutting edge education, offering highly innovative topics, administered in a flexible nature.

For more information on this course and instructor, click here.

KEY FEATURES

This set of photographs from The Baking Man encompasses high-quality food imagery, including that of roast chicken dinners, heaping pancake stacks, and much more. You can use this collection as you see fit, including as part of personal projects to leave your audience drooling over your work for more reasons than one.

• Receive photographs of food & kitchen settings
• Utilize images of various dishes, grains, vegetables & table settings
• Use as reference photos or stock images in creative projects

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• View all graphics here.

Compatibility

• Internet required

KEY FEATURES

Get in on this premium collection of 100 photographs, spanning lifestyle images, nature scenes, and more. These images are perfect for use as examples of strong photography to emulate, or as stock photography you can incorporate into your personal projects as a way to spice up your creative portfolio.

• Receive 100 photographs w/ lifestyle, nature & other themes
• Use as examples of strong composition, lighting, etc.
• Easily incorporate in any creative projects

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• View all graphics here.

Compatibility

• Internet required

KEY FEATURES

Encompassing a variety of subjects--including animals, nature, and more--this small but spectacular collection of images is yours to examine, edit, and use in your creative work how you like. These photos can even be inserted unedited into the projects of your choosing, because they're that solidly composed to begin with.

• Receive 39 premium photos of animals, lifestyle settings, beverages & nature
• Easily augment your creative projects w/ high-quality images
• Edit for personal use or use as examples of strong photography to emulate

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• View examples of graphics here.

Compatibility

• Internet required

KEY FEATURES

It's about time you took advantage of the power of your camera, rather than using it to just snap pictures. This is the perfect course for learning to take your photography skills to the next level including: basic techniques for moving from automatic to manual shooter, editing techniques for after the fact, and much, much more.

• Improve your photography skills w/ 56 lectures & 6.5 hours of content
• Learn to manually control your camera
• Study the art of photography (rather than taking photos to just take photos)
• Develop advanced photography techniques
• Learn w/ a mixture of videos, worksheets, assignments & critiques
• Understand what makes a great image
• Learn techniques for holding your camera steady
• Utilize a tripod
• Go over various shooting modes & how they work

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
• Certification of completion not included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

• Internet required
• Camera w/ manual settings
• Image editing software: Lightroom, Photoshop Elements, Picassa, etc.

THE EXPERT

Gary Detonnancourt has been a professional photographer since 2005. He got his start as the photographer for his hometown, taking photos of town events and scenery. He is currently the President of the Camera Club and offers seminars at the club's monthly meetings. During his time in the camera club, he's won many camera club competitions in nature and studio photography. Gary also does stock photography for agencies like Shutterstock, Istock, Alamy, and Dreamstime. Gary has been an educator for the last 22 years in the areas of science, technology, and photography. In 1998, Gary was awarded the technology teacher of the year award for the state of Rhode Island by Microsoft and Technology & Learning Magazine. For more details on this course and instructor, click here. This course is hosted by StackSkills, the premier eLearning destination for discovering top-shelf courses on everything from coding—to business—to fitness, and beyond!

KEY FEATURES

This encyclopedic course provides everything you need to learn the ins and outs of photography, and to master this medium even if you’re just starting out. Whether choosing between the humble iPhone or fancy DSLR, or shooting photos indoors or outside--you’ll learn all you need to turn out professional-quality photos certain to impress viewers and even attract interested customers.

• Dive into an overview of key photography concepts w/ 11 hours & 205 Lectures
• Understand how different kinds of cameras work: DSLRs, smartphones, etc.
• Master the art of shooting photos manually
• Create well-composed shots by correctly positioning subjects, manipulating depth of field, etc.
• Master situational photography to take strong photos no matter your setting or subject
• Obtain the equipment you need to capture great photos
• Use accessories such as tripods & monopods to enhance your work
• Illuminate your photos to capture your subjects in their best light
• Edit images in post-production to ensure they truly pop
• Monetize your work by knowing where to sell it, how to license it & more

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime access
• Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
• Certification of completion not included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: beginner to all levels

Compatibility

• Internet required

THE EXPERT

Phil Ebiner started teaching online courses in 2012, and now has over 80,000 happy students on Udemy learning all sorts of things from photography to video making. Phil worked as a photographer at a private college a few years ago doing event coverage, marketing and advertising, and social media. Sam Shimizu-Jones has been taking photos his entire life. Growing up in Santa Cruz, CA, he fell in love with photography skating around town. Since then, he's traveled the world taking photos for business and pleasure. For more details on the course and instructor, click here. This course is hosted by StackSkills, the premier eLearning destination for discovering top-shelf courses on everything from coding—to business—to fitness, and beyond!

KEY FEATURES

Nature photography doesn't have to be just a hobby, it can be your career. This course will not only teach you to snap gorgeous, marketable images of the great outdoors, but set up a successful business too. From learning to strategize your business plan, to setting prices, to negotiating in the moment--you'll be up and running as a photo pro by course's end.

• Gain essential nature photography skills w/ over 133 lectures & 14 hours of content
• Understand how outdoor & nature photography works
• Learn to create marketable images
• Know what sort of equipment is needed
• Organize your stock photos & market them
• Earn a profit off of your photo business
• Master natural light, supplemental flash & strobe lighting
• Negotiate successfully while selling your images
• Learn strategies for setting up your business

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
• Certification of completion not included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

• Internet required
• A general understanding of digital photography suggested
• Basic understanding of a photo editing program

THE EXPERT

Charlie Borland has been a commercial photographer for over 35 years. Based in Oregon, he shoots locally and nationally and has traveled extensively for a wide range of clients, some of which include: Xerox, NW Airlines, Fujitsu, Nike, Blue Cross, Nationsbank, Texas Instruments, International Paper, Cellular One, Early Winters. He has won numerous awards for his photography and received recognition for annual reports he has photographed. For more details on this course and instructor, click here. This course is hosted by StackSkills, the premier eLearning destination for discovering top-shelf courses on everything from coding—to business—to fitness, and beyond!

Based in the South of England, Tom Eversley is a professional designer and photography with a knack for capturing moments around the world. Get a taste of his expert eye with this set of 40 stock photos, and enjoy unlimited use of all included. This collection is the perfect touch for your next design project, including: brochures, magazines, websites, and more. From photos of fruit to surfers to the world's greatest wonders, you won't have any issues finding the right image for the right moment.

• File type: JPG
• Gain access to 40 lifestyle photos from the below themes:
  • Food
  • People
  • Landscapes
  • Architecture
  • and much more! Click here to view more of his work.

KEY FEATURES

There's more than one way to transform a digital image to a beautiful black-and-white one, in fact there's more than one great way. This course will teach you techniques for doing just that using the powerful tools found in Photoshop. You'll learn how to overcome potential challenges during post-production, as well as get black-and-white photography tips to guide you through the process every step of the way.

• Create stunning black-and-white photography w/ over 20 lectures & 6.5 hours of content
• Use a range of powerful flexible & non-destructive black-and-white conversion techniques
• Study the Channel Mixer & Black and White Tool
• Know when to use one technique rather than another
• Evaluate the tonal range & balance of an image
• Make global & selective changes using adjustment layers selections masks and the Curves tool
• Overcome some of the unique problems
• Add unique & complex tones to give images life
• Develop your black-and-white photography skills

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
• Certification of completion not included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

• Internet required
• Photoshop CS3 or later (preferred)

THE EXPERT

David Nightingale is an internationally acclaimed, award-winning photographer and instructor. David's photoblog, Chromasia, is currently ranked as the 16th most influential UK blog and has received numerous nominations and awards. His corporate clients have included the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, the Arts Council in England, the DIFC in Dubai, the Van Volxem winery in Germany, and Sony, UK; and his images have been licensed for a variety of uses worldwide. For more details on this course and instructor, click here. This course is hosted by StackSkills, the premier eLearning destination for discovering top-shelf courses on everything from coding—to business—to fitness, and beyond!

KEY FEATURES

This course will teach you to use Lightroom for any and all of your image editing needs. Covering everything from organizing your images to printing to slideshows, you'll gain the skills to supercharge your image editing process. The expert instructor frequently updates the course content with the latest techniques, so your knowledge will most definitely remain up-to-date.

• Learn to edit images in Lightroom w/ over 52 lectures & 5 hours of content
• Understand use of Lightroom versions 4, 5 & 6
• Manage & sort your images w/ the Library Module
• Edit your images w/ a wide variety of tools, special effects & filters
• Learn to edit video
• See where photos were captured using the Map module
• Create a photo book of images
• Utilize the print module

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
• Certification of completion not included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

• Internet required
• Lightroom version 4, 5, or 6 (free 30-day trial is acceptable)

THE EXPERT

Gary Detonnancourt has been a professional photographer since 2005. He got his start as the photographer for his hometown, taking photos of town events and scenery. He is currently the President of the Camera Club and offers seminars at the club's monthly meetings. During his time in the camera club, he's won many camera club competitions in nature and studio photography. Gary also does stock photography for agencies like Shutterstock, Istock, Alamy, and Dreamstime. Gary has been an educator for the last 22 years in the areas of science, technology, and photography. In 1998, Gary was awarded the technology teacher of the year award for the state of Rhode Island by Microsoft and Technology & Learning Magazine. For more details on this course and instructor, click here. This course is hosted by StackSkills, the premier eLearning destination for discovering top-shelf courses on everything from coding—to business—to fitness, and beyond!

KEY FEATURES

Although some of your favorite moments may take place after the sun goes down, capturing those moments with a camera doesn't always work out. Night photography can often turn out blurry or spotty, but it doesn't have to. This course will take you from the basics to advanced techniques for photographing in difficult, lowlight situations.

• Conquer night photography w/ over 22 lectures & 4 hours of content
• Understand the huge potential of night photography
• Review the major issues w/ taking photos at night
• Study the exposure triangle
• Understand the essential camera settings
• Study how different cameras perform differently at night
• Successfully process photos taken at night

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
• Certification of completion not included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

• Internet required
• Any camera (even smartphone)
• Optional tripod or additional light source

THE EXPERT

Neil Creek is as passionate about taking photos as he is teaching people how to do it. Having written 3 best-selling photography ebooks - the Photo Nuts series, published by Digital Photography School, Neil takes students from understanding the basics of the camera to becoming a better photographer. Neil has been described as having an enthusiastic and knowledgeable teaching style, creating an excellent learning experience for students. For more details on this course and instructor, click here. This course is hosted by StackSkills, the premier eLearning destination for discovering top-shelf courses on everything from coding—to business—to fitness, and beyond!

KEY FEATURES

Taking well-lit photos doesn’t depend upon ambient lighting, but rather your grasp and application of photographic techniques. From purchasing the right equipment to practicing strong photographic composition, you’ll learn the essentials for ensuring your images are well-illuminated regardless of how dim your settings may be.

• Manipulate off-camera flash to take stunning photographs w/ 4 hours of content & 36 lectures
• Follow the instructor on 19 photo shoots & learn from observation
• Get the photography equipment you need without breaking the bank
• Calibrate your camera’s settings to ensure perfect exposure in your photos
• Understand how to capture well-lit photos, both indoors & outdoors
• Master advanced techniques: using multiple flashes, generating light patterns, etc.

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime access
• Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
• Certification of completion not included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

• Internet required

THE EXPERT

Bernie is a professional photographer based in the UK, and has been passionate about photography ever since his parents bought him his first camera when he was just 11 years old (a Kodak Brownie 127). He's qualified as a photographer to 'Associate' level with both the MPA (Master Photographers Association), and the SWPP (Society of Wedding and Portrait Photographers) in the UK. Bernie loves sharing his passion for photography, and has earned over 200 five star reviews for his online tutorials. For more details on the course and instructor, click here. This course is hosted by StackSkills, the premier eLearning destination for discovering top-shelf courses on everything from coding—to business—to fitness, and beyond!

KEY FEATURES

Want to propel your creative career forward? Take the Adobe Certified Expert in Photoshop CC Exam, and you'll not only solidify your Photoshop skills, but also nab a certification universally recognized by creative professionals. Whether learning how to import and modify images, or mastering use of those pesky layers, you'll delve into must-know exam topics and take a series of practice tests designed to prep you for the real thing.

• Ace the Adobe Certified Expert in Photoshop CC Exam w/ over 5 hours of content
• Utilize the only course offering a complete prep guide for the CC Expert Exam
• Get an overview about the exam: reasons for taking it, how to register for it, how to prep for it, etc.
• Cover all 10 exam topics in depth: "Getting Images into Photoshop," "Creating and Working with Layers," "Adjusting Images," "Working with Filters" & more
• Acquire knowledge of Photoshop applicable to real design projects: how to adjust color, resize images, export files, etc.
• Take 5 practice exams at course's end to prep for the real thing

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: web streaming
• Certification of completion included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

• Internet required

THE EXPERT

Martin Perhiniak is a Certified Adobe Design Master and Instructor, and one of the most popular authors on the Adobe tutorial website design.tutsplus.com (with over 300 published tutorials). Martin has worked as a designer with companies like Disney, Warner Brothers, Cartoon Network, Sony Pictures, Mattel, and DC Comics. He is currently working in London as a designer and instructor as well as providing a range of services from live online training to consultancy work to individuals worldwide. For more details on the course and instructor, click here.

KEY FEATURES

Tailored towards beginners, this training course will get you up to speed on editing photos in Lightroom in just 2 hours. Whether navigating the Lightroom interface, removing unsightly spots, or adding watermarks to your photos, you'll learn to maximize Lightroom's potential as a photo editing dynamo in less time than you spend trying to snap the perfect selfie (don't lie...we do it too!).

• Master Lightroom w/ 2 hours of full-spectrum course content
• Add amazing effects to your photos to improve their overall aesthetic
• Gain the skills to use Lightroom 5, 4, or 3
• Explore program layout, importing & exporting photos, basic & advanced tools, photo editing technique, adding watermarks, graduated, radial, and spot removal, adjustment brush filters, and more
• Fully tap into the potential of one of today's most popular photo editing programs

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: web streaming
• Certification of completion included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: beginner

Compatibility

• Internet required
• Adobe Lightroom (you can download the free trial version of Adobe Lightroom 5)

THE EXPERT

Phil Ebiner is a professional video producer at UC Berkeley and has produced, shot, and edited hundreds of videos. He cover a wide range of topics in his courses from After Effects to shooting videos like a pro. For more details on the course and instructor, click here.

KEY FEATURES

Flash is often the scapegoat for photography done wrong, and with good reason. Used incorrectly, it'll overexpose your pictures, making your subjects look paler than Edward Cullen after a 24-hour hackathon. Fortunately, you have at your disposal this handy course on all things flash: how to use it on specific camera models, utilize variations like manual flash, and much more. Equipped with these new skills, you'll soon find that flash is more friend than foe, and an indispensable addition to your photographic repertoire.

• Master flash photography w/ over 3.5 hours of content
• Understand how flash works, how aperture & shutter speed controls affect lighting, etc.
• Learn about flash features on various Canon & Nikon models
• Vary how you illuminate your subjects: utilize TTL flash, flash fill & flash key, manual flash, etc.
• Utilize flash modifiers to augment & enhance your photography lighting
• Apply advanced flash techniques to your photography
• Create blur action images

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: web streaming
• Certification of completion included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

• Internet required

THE EXPERT

Charlie Borland has been a commercial photographer for over 25 years. Based in Oregon, he has shot for a wide range of clients, some of which include: Xerox, NW Airlines, Fujitsu, Nike, and much more. He has won many awards for his photography, and his imagery has been used thousands of times worldwide, including but not limited to: National Geographic Adventure and Traveler, Newsweek, Sports Illustrated for Women, and Time. For more details on the course and instructor, click here.

KEY FEATURES

Regardless of whether you're shooting headshots or full-length pictures, or for pleasure or profit, this comprehensive course will allow you to take your studio portraiture to the next level. You'll learn everything you need to know to effectively capture your subjects, including how to effectively light your subjects, position them in strong poses, and much more.

• Learn how to take great portraits w/ over 2 hours of content
• Master portrait lighting basics, configure your aperture controls & pick an optimal shooting mode
• Effectively light portraits by picking & utilizing the right lighting equipment, understanding lighting patterns, etc.
• Use portrait histograms to calibrate the exposure of your image
• Direct your subjects into effective poses
• Retouch portraits in post-processing
• Master advanced portrait techniques

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: web streaming
• Certification of completion included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

• Internet required

THE EXPERT

Charlie Borland has been a commercial photographer for over 25 years. Based in Oregon, he has shot for a wide range of clients, some of which include: Xerox, NW Airlines, Fujitsu, Nike, and much more. He has won many awards for his photography, and his imagery has been used thousands of times worldwide, including but not limited to: National Geographic Adventure and Traveler, Newsweek, Sports Illustrated for Women, and Time. For more details on the course and instructor, click here.

KEY FEATURES

Wedding photography can be a lucrative field, and an easy way to turn your photography hobby into a profession. Whether learning about important business fundamentals, obtaining the right equipment, or shooting a wedding the day of, you'll gain knowledge essential to not only building a sustainable enterprise but also taking gorgeous pictures any bride and groom would be ecstatic to view repeatedly.

• Learn about all things wedding photography w/ over 3 hours of content
• Build & launch your photography business
• Market your business by creating a brand, website & portfolio
• Understand the logistics of & navigate a typical wedding day
• Learn how to pose & interact w/ couples
• Maximize your business's success by utilizing social media, effectively competing w/ other photographers for jobs, etc.
• Edit photos in post-processing in Adobe Lightroom & Photoshop
• Shoot photos professionally & earn a great living

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: web streaming
• Certification of completion included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

• Internet required

THE EXPERT

Phil Ebiner is a professional video producer at UC Berkeley and has produced, shot, and edited hundreds of videos. He covers a wide range of topics in his courses from After Effects to shooting videos like a pro. For more details on the course and instructor, click here.

KEY FEATURES

Say "Hello" to this premium black-and-white photography course, which is perfect if you want to craft images with the gravitas of an Adele album cover. Whether you're setting out to emotionally impact your audience or simply want to dabble in photo editing, you'll end this course with a new understanding of Photoshop--as well as a list of photo editing techniques more extensive than the vocal range of Adele herself.

• Create impressive black-and-white images w/ over 6 hours of content
• Ensure your images are not only aesthetically stunning, but technically optimal
• Develop an effective, powerful & efficient black-and-white workflow
• Use a range of powerful, flexible & non-destructive black-and-white conversion techniques
• Evaluate an image's tonal range & balance
• Make global & selective changes using adjustment layers, selections, masks & the Curves tool
• Smooth skin tones, lighten subject's eyes & maximize the detail in your subject's face
• Download course content to learn on the go

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: web streaming
• Certification of completion included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

• Internet required
• Photoshop CS3 or newer required

THE EXPERT

David Nightingale is an internationally acclaimed, award-winning photographer, instructor, and author with the 16th most influential photoblog in the UK, Chromasia. His images have been licensed for a variety of uses worldwide, as well as exhibited in London, Dubai, Bulgaria, and Florence. For more details on the course and instructor, click here.

KEY FEATURES

Want to exorcise any Instagram-unworthy photos from your online albums? Start by polishing those shoddy photos besmirched by low lighting, whether they're blurred from dimness or oversaturated by flash. You'll understand the challenges of taking and processing nighttime photos, how to optimize your camera's settings for picture-taking greatness, and more--enabling you to rock out your nighttime photography no matter how illuminated your subjects are.

• Take amazing night photos w/ over 20 lectures & 4 hours of content
• Explore how different types of cameras perform at night
• Configure your camera settings for optimal nighttime picture-taking
• Understand what gear you need & how to work it: smartphones, DSLRs, etc.
• Learn from the instructor's own nighttime photography workflow
• Snap city skylines, casual portraits & dusk landscapes
• Process your nighttime images to get the best picture possible
• Get the most out of your camera & elevate your photography game

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: web streaming
• Certification of completion included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

• Internet required

THE EXPERT

Neil Creek is as passionate about taking photos as he is teaching people how to do it. Having written 3 best-selling photography e-books, the Photo Nuts series, published by Digital Photography School, Neil takes students from understanding the basics of the camera to becoming a better photographer. For more details on the course and instructor, click here.

KEY FEATURES

No longer are DSLRs exclusive to the toolboxes of professional photographers--they've replaced point-and-shoot cameras for many casual users intrigued by their performance. Yet many DSLR owners also treat them only like point-and-shoots, doing no more than snapping images while on the factory setting. But not you: from taking stunning portraits to capture nature in its full splendor, you'll learn tips and tricks for tapping into your DSLR's potential as a picture-taking powerhouse.

• Take your DSLR skills to the next level w/ 4 hours of top-notch content
• Snap different types of pictures: portraits, night photos, nature shots & more
• Edit images to perfection using Adobe Photoshop
• Handle RAW files in post-processing
• Shoot HD video using your DSLR
• Cash in on essentially 3 courses in 1: Creative Topics, Editing & HD Video

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: web streaming
• Certification of completion included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: beginner

Compatibility

• Internet required
• DSLR camera

THE EXPERT

Kenneth Schultz set up a blog on digital photography in December 2010 and helped hundreds of new DSLR buyers with his e-book, Digital SLR Buyer's Guide. After many questions from new DSLR buyers, Ken realized that a Basic DSLR course was needed to fill the gaps in photography knowledge required to take great photos with a DSLR. After 8 months of production, EasyDSLR was launched (September 2011). Ken's "in the trenches" background gives him a unique perspective, enabling him to explain photographic principles in simple terms. For more details on the course and instructor, click here.

KEY FEATURES

You've seen the travel albums cluttering up your Facebook feed, replete with dozens of photos taken without care or regard to composition. Escape the unenlightened masses with this course on all things travel photography, mastering everything from picking the right camera to optimizing for depth of field. Dare we say National Geographic will be hitting up your inbox to feature you in its next big photo spread? We dare (though not guarantee!).

• Snap amazing photos on your next trip w/ 5 hours of quality content
• Master traveling photography basics: nab the best camera, ensure you have all needed equipment, understand important safety tips, etc.
• Dive into photography basics: exposure, shutter speed, aperture, depth of field, etc.
• Capture excellent sunsets, silhouettes, landscapes & more
• Learn from the instructor's award-winning photos, understanding how he utilized lighting & composition and why he took them
• Edit your snapshots to perfection using Lightroom & tried-and-true techniques
• Create photos worthy of your jet-setting adventures

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: web streaming
• Certification of completion included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: beginner

Compatibility

• Internet required
• Adobe Lightroom (free downloadable demo available)

THE EXPERT

Phil Ebiner is a professional video producer at UC Berkeley and has produced, shot, and edited hundreds of videos. He cover a wide range of topics in his courses from After Effects to shooting videos like a pro. For more details on the course and instructor, click here.

KEY FEATURES

As oddly specific as it seems, selecting people in Photoshop is one of the most useful design skills you can learn. If you're serious about improving your design work and skill set, take this course to master making selections for use as elements in new, modifiable images and designs. With detailed instruction on selection tools such as the magic wand and custom brushes, and tutorials on how to first make simple selections--then complex ones--you'll learn all you need to bolster your creative toolbox.

• Become an expert at selecting people in Photoshop w/ 3 hours of content
• Master use of selection tools: lasso tool, magic wand, quick selection, etc.
• Start w/ basic selections of a person w/ one colored background
• Work towards making complex selections w/ hair, transparent details & difficult backgrounds
• Benefit from instruction from an Adobe Certified Instructor
• Refine techniques you can apply to your graphic design & photo retouch projects

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: web streaming
• Certification of completion included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

• Internet required
• Photoshop required

THE EXPERT

Martin Perhiniak is a Certified Adobe Design Master and Instructor, and an incredibly talented teacher and one of the most popular author on the largest Adobe tutorial website design.tutsplus.com with over 300 published tutorials. Martin has worked as a designer with companies like Disney, Warner Brothers, Cartoon Network, Sony Pictures, Mattel, and DC Comics. He is currently working in London as a designer and instructor as well as providing a range of services from live online training to consultancy work to individuals worldwide. For more details on the course and instructor, click here.

KEY FEATURES

Think of Photoshop Elements as a less bloated version of Photoshop, featuring the most commonly used features available in the latter. Since most people only utilize a fraction of Photoshop's features anyways, you'll likely find Elements a sufficiently robust--yet more agile--program with which to work your photo editing wizardry. Learn to crop, resize, and otherwise manipulate your images, and become an image editing maven the likes of which you've never before imagined.

• Master Photoshop Elements w/ over 5.5 hours of premium content
• Easily navigate the Elements UI
• Perform basic image manipulations: create new images, manage color in your images, use paint tools, pick brushes & more
• Use paint tools & customize how you use brushes
• Work w/ selections, tweak lighting & contrast, etc.
• Touch up any photos like an expert

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: web streaming
• Certification of completion included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

• Internet required
• Photoshop Elements 12

THE EXPERT

Founded in 2001, TeachUcomp began as a licensed software training center in Holt, Michigan, providing instructor-led, classroom-style instruction. As the industry leader in training small business software, TeachUcomp has revolutionized computer training and aims to teach students the skills to become a powerful, proficient users through its full-motion animations, detailed instruction, and offering of practical exercises. For more details on the course and instructor, click here.

KEY FEATURES

Just as a master violinist can coax beautiful music from a cheap violin, so too can an expert photographer capture gorgeous shots on a dinky point-and-shoot. Learn the art of making do with what you have, whether your standard smartphone, a Polaroid camera, or a high-end DSLR. Ensure your subjects look good no matter their surroundings, frame and compose your images to great effect, control depth of field, and much more. Because as you'll soon see for yourself: the camera doesn't make the photo, but rather the photographer.

• Improve your photography skills w/ 5.5 hours of premium instruction
• Work with camera settings: configure your ISO setting, use your histogram, etc.
• Compose your images: use the rule of thirds & repeating patterns, frame your images, and more
• Capture perfectly posed portraits, take pictures of landscapes, etc.
• Utilize flash to effectively illuminate your subjects
• Learn other handy techniques: take pictures of fireworks, make your portrait subjects' legs look longer, etc.
• Pick from different camera types & work w/ different levels of image quality

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: web streaming
• Certification of completion included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

• Internet required

THE EXPERT

Bernie Raffe is a working photographer based in Bedfordshire UK, and has been passionate about photography ever since his parents bought him his first camera when he was just 11 years old. He's qualified as a photographer to 'Associate' level with both the MPA (Master Photographers Association), and the SWPP (Society of Wedding and Portrait Photographers) in the UK. For more details on the course and instructor, click here.

KEY FEATURES

In just 4 short hours, you'll stop treating your DSLR like a glorified point-and-shoot, and start using it like the sophisticated piece of photographic equipment it is. Master the basic photography principles underlying any great shot, including how to manipulate your aperture, vary your shutter speed, and control your flash. Before you know it, creating amazing, high-quality photos will be a snap (yes, we went there).

• Unlock the full potential of your DSLR w/ over 4 hours of in-depth instruction
• Understand the essentials of using a DSLR outside of the auto mode
• Explore basic photographic principles
• Utilize the creative modes of your camera to bring your vision to life
• Control your flash, shutter speed, aperture, white balance & focus

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: web streaming
• Certification of completion included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: intermediate

Compatibility

• Internet required
• DSLR camera

THE EXPERT

Kenneth Schultz set up a blog on digital photography in December 2010 and helped hundreds of new DSLR buyers with his e-book, Digital SLR Buyer's Guide. After many questions from new DSLR buyers, Ken realized that a Basic DSLR course was needed to fill the gaps in photography knowledge required to take great photos with a DSLR. After 8 months of production, EasyDSLR was launched (September 2011). Ken's "in the trenches" background gives him a unique perspective, enabling him to explain photographic principles in simple terms. For more details on the course and instructor, click here.

KEY FEATURES

Ever wondered what it takes to be a professional photographer? Whether you want to be a paparazzo or a wedding photographer, this bundle teaches you how to master manual photography. It’ll teach you everything from pinpointing exposure to mastering the perfect landscape shot to perfecting fine art techniques. And the course doesn’t stop there: It walks you through Photoshop and details how to take a photo from zero to hero through videos and easy-to-follow instructions.

• Learn w/ over 30 hours of content & 27 instructional units
• Take a course developed by pro photographers & accredited Photoshop teachers
• Learn from an internationally recognized course that’s been accredited by the International Association of Online Training Standards
• Receive access to one-on-one online help & support
• Study at your own pace w/ 24/7 access to all lessons
• Access the instructional videos for life

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: web streaming
• Certification of completion included w/ passing score
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

• Internet required
• Microsoft Windows XP or later
• Mac OS 6 or later
• Up-to-date web browser
• Internet bandwidth of 1Mb or faster
• Flash player or a browser w/ HTML5 video capabilities
• Adobe Acrobat Reader
• Microsoft Word

THE EXPERT

With over 1000 courses on offer, Courses For Success aims to help you find the ideal course so that you can improve your skill set and become a valuable asset on the job market. They provide easy-to-follow online courses that give you the power to improve your life, employability, and personal knowledge.

For more details on this course and instructor, click here.

KEY FEATURES

Ever wondered what it takes to be a professional photographer? Whether you want to be a paparazzo or a wedding photographer, this bundle teaches you how to master manual photography. It’ll teach you everything from pinpointing exposure to mastering the perfect landscape shot to perfecting fine art techniques. And the course doesn’t stop there: It walks you through Photoshop and details how to take a photo from zero to hero through videos and easy-to-follow instructions.

• Learn w/ over 30 hours of content & 27 instructional units
• Take a course developed by pro photographers & accredited Photoshop teachers
• Learn from an internationally recognized course that’s been accredited by the International Association of Online Training Standards
• Receive access to one-on-one online help & support
• Study at your own pace w/ 24/7 access to all lessons
• Access the instructional videos for life

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: web streaming
• Certification of completion included w/ passing score
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

• Internet required
• Microsoft Windows XP or later
• Mac OS 6 or later
• Up-to-date web browser
• Internet bandwidth of 1Mb or faster
• Flash player or a browser w/ HTML5 video capabilities
• Adobe Acrobat Reader
• Microsoft Word

THE EXPERT

With over 1000 courses on offer, Courses For Success aims to help you find the ideal course so that you can improve your skill set and become a valuable asset on the job market. They provide easy-to-follow online courses that give you the power to improve your life, employability, and personal knowledge.

For more details on this course and instructor, click here.

KEY FEATURES

This encyclopedic course provides everything you need to learn the ins and outs of photography, and to master this medium even if you’re just starting out. Whether choosing between the humble iPhone or fancy DSLR, or shooting photos indoors or outside--you’ll learn all you need to turn out professional-quality photos certain to impress viewers and even attract interested customers.

• Dive into an overview of key photography concepts w/ 13 hours & 175 lectures
• Understand how different kinds of cameras work: DSLRs, smartphones, etc.
• Create well-composed shots by correctly positioning subjects, manipulating depth of field, etc.
• Master situational photography to take strong photos no matter your setting or subject
• Obtain the equipment you need to capture great photos
• Illuminate your photos to capture your subjects in their best light
• Edit images in post-production to ensure they truly pop
• Monetize your work by knowing where to sell it, how to license it & more

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
• Certification of completion not included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

• Internet required

THE EXPERT

Phil Ebiner started teaching online courses in 2012, and now has over 80,000 students on Udemy learning everything from photography to video making. He worked as a photographer at a private college a few years ago doing event coverage, marketing and advertising, and social media. Sam Shimizu-Jones has been taking photos his entire life. Growing up in Santa Cruz, CA, he fell in love with photography skating around town. Since then, he's traveled the world taking photos for business and pleasure.

KEY FEATURES

Photography is a powerful artistic medium that allows us to memorialize any moment. And while professionals may use a lot of expensive lighting equipment, the best photographers know how to use natural light to get a photo just right. This course will elevate your photography game, teaching you the best ways to use both natural and artificial lighting to compose incredible portraits you can be proud of.

• Access 13 lectures & 1 hour of content 24/7
• Learn to use natural light & artificial light to create powerful images
• Understand the difference between hard light & soft light
• Discover how to manipulate light both indoors & outdoors
• Become adept at choosing backgrounds & directing your subjects' poses

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
• Certification of completion not included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: beginner

Compatibility

• Internet required

THE EXPERT

Mark Timberlake runs a marketing company called SME Heroes, which specializes in training on online course creation and online marketing. He's accrued extensive online business experience over the last 14 years, and loves to share his lessons and techniques for success. In addition, he also has over 12 years experience in online retail and over 6 years experience as a commercial photographer, and is eager to pass on the practical skills he's learned.

KEY FEATURES

You've probably taken pictures of people in your life. But have you noticed that your portraits don't usually come out with the same yearbook quality you see from professionals? Time to change that: this course will move you away from amateur portraiture with lessons on everything from executing basic lighting techniques to effectively posing your subjects. You'll be well on your way towards capturing images like a pro in no time at all.

• Access 28 lectures & 2 hours of content 24/7
• Learn basic lighting techniques & equipment employed by professional photographers
• Understand the difference between soft & hard light sources and their effects on images
• Create beautiful yet simple portraits w/ simple flash photography on a budget
• Master the art of preparing & posing your subjects
• Explore different lens types for portraiture

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
• Certification of completion not included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: beginner

Compatibility

• Internet required

THE EXPERT

Mark Timberlake runs a marketing company called SME Heroes, which specializes in training on online course creation and online marketing. He's accrued extensive online business experience over the last 14 years, and loves to share his lessons and techniques for success. In addition, he also has over 12 years experience in online retail and over 6 years experience as a commercial photographer, and is eager to pass on the practical skills he's learned.

KEY FEATURES

Nature photography doesn't have to be just a hobby, but also your career. And this course is a great place to start. Here, you'll learn how to snap gorgeous, marketable images of the great outdoors, as well as set up a successful business. From learning to strategize your business plan, to setting prices, to negotiating in the moment--you'll be up and running as a photo pro by course's end.

• Gain essential nature photography skills w/ 133 lectures & 14 hours of content
• Understand how outdoor & nature photography works
• Learn to create marketable images
• Know what sort of equipment is needed
• Organize your stock photos & market them
• Earn a profit off of your photo business
• Master natural light, supplemental flash & strobe lighting
• Negotiate successfully while selling your images
• Learn strategies for setting up your business

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
• Certification of completion not included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: intermediate

Compatibility

• Internet required
• A general understanding of digital photography suggested
• Basic understanding of a photo editing program

THE EXPERT

Charlie Borland has been a commercial photographer for over 35 years. Based in Oregon, he shoots locally and nationally and has traveled extensively for a wide range of clients, some of which include: Xerox, NW Airlines, Fujitsu, Nike, Blue Cross, Nationsbank, Texas Instruments, International Paper, Cellular One, Early Winters. He has won numerous awards for his photography and received recognition for annual reports he has photographed.

KEY FEATURES

There's more than one way to transform a digital image to a beautiful black-and-white one. This course will teach you techniques for doing just that using the powerful tools found in Photoshop. You'll learn how to overcome potential challenges during post-production, as well as get black-and-white photography tips to guide you through the process every step of the way.

• Create stunning black-and-white photography w/ 20 lectures & 7 hours of content
• Use a range of powerful flexible & non-destructive black-and-white conversion techniques
• Study the Channel Mixer & Black and White Tool
• Evaluate the tonal range & balance of an image
• Make global & selective changes using adjustment layers selections masks and the Curves tool
• Add unique & complex tones to give images life

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
• Certification of completion not included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

• Internet required
• Photoshop CS3 or later (preferred)

THE EXPERT

David Nightingale is an internationally acclaimed, award-winning photographer and instructor. David's photoblog, Chromasia, is currently ranked as the 16th most influential UK blog and has received numerous nominations and awards. His corporate clients have included the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, the Arts Council in England, the DIFC in Dubai, the Van Volxem winery in Germany, and Sony, UK; and his images have been licensed for a variety of uses worldwide.

KEY FEATURES

This encyclopedic course provides everything you need to learn the ins and outs of photography, and to master this medium even if you’re just starting out. Whether choosing between the humble iPhone or fancy DSLR, or shooting photos indoors or outside--you’ll learn all you need to turn out professional-quality photos certain to impress viewers and even attract interested customers.

• Dive into an overview of key photography concepts w/ 13 hours & 175 lectures
• Understand how different kinds of cameras work: DSLRs, smartphones, etc.
• Create well-composed shots by correctly positioning subjects, manipulating depth of field, etc.
• Master situational photography to take strong photos no matter your setting or subject
• Obtain the equipment you need to capture great photos
• Illuminate your photos to capture your subjects in their best light
• Edit images in post-production to ensure they truly pop
• Monetize your work by knowing where to sell it, how to license it & more

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
• Certification of completion not included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

• Internet required

THE EXPERT

Phil Ebiner started teaching online courses in 2012, and now has over 80,000 students on Udemy learning everything from photography to video making. He worked as a photographer at a private college a few years ago doing event coverage, marketing and advertising, and social media. Sam Shimizu-Jones has been taking photos his entire life. Growing up in Santa Cruz, CA, he fell in love with photography skating around town. Since then, he's traveled the world taking photos for business and pleasure.

KEY FEATURES

This encyclopedic course provides everything you need to learn the ins and outs of photography, and to master this medium even if you’re just starting out. Whether choosing between the humble iPhone or fancy DSLR, or shooting photos indoors or outside--you’ll learn all you need to turn out professional-quality photos certain to impress viewers and even attract interested customers.

• Dive into an overview of key photography concepts w/ 13 hours & 175 lectures
• Understand how different kinds of cameras work: DSLRs, smartphones, etc.
• Create well-composed shots by correctly positioning subjects, manipulating depth of field, etc.
• Master situational photography to take strong photos no matter your setting or subject
• Obtain the equipment you need to capture great photos
• Illuminate your photos to capture your subjects in their best light
• Edit images in post-production to ensure they truly pop
• Monetize your work by knowing where to sell it, how to license it & more

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime access
• Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
• Certification of completion not included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: beginner to all levels

Compatibility

• Internet required

THE EXPERT

Phil Ebiner started teaching online courses in 2012, and now has over 80,000 students on Udemy learning everything from photography to video making. He worked as a photographer at a private college a few years ago doing event coverage, marketing and advertising, and social media. Sam Shimizu-Jones has been taking photos his entire life. Growing up in Santa Cruz, CA, he fell in love with photography skating around town. Since then, he's traveled the world taking photos for business and pleasure.

KEY FEATURES

Photography is a powerful artistic medium that allows us to memorialize any moment. And while professionals may use a lot of expensive lighting equipment, the best photographers know how to use natural light to get a photo just right. This course will elevate your photography game, teaching you the best ways to use both natural and artificial lighting to compose incredible portraits you can be proud of.

• Access 13 lectures & 1 hour of content 24/7
• Learn to use natural light & artificial light to create powerful images
• Understand the difference between hard light & soft light
• Discover how to manipulate light both indoors & outdoors
• Become adept at choosing backgrounds & directing your subjects' poses

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
• Certification of completion not included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: beginner

Compatibility

• Internet required

THE EXPERT

Mark Timberlake runs a marketing company called SME Heroes, which specializes in training on online course creation and online marketing. He's accrued extensive online business experience over the last 14 years, and loves to share his lessons and techniques for success. In addition, he also has over 12 years experience in online retail and over 6 years experience as a commercial photographer, and is eager to pass on the practical skills he's learned.

KEY FEATURES

You've probably taken pictures of people in your life. But have you noticed that your portraits don't usually come out with the same yearbook quality you see from professionals? Time to change that: this course will move you away from amateur portraiture with lessons on everything from executing basic lighting techniques to effectively posing your subjects. You'll be well on your way towards capturing images like a pro in no time at all.

• Access 28 lectures & 2 hours of content 24/7
• Learn basic lighting techniques & equipment employed by professional photographers
• Understand the difference between soft & hard light sources and their effects on images
• Create beautiful yet simple portraits w/ simple flash photography on a budget
• Master the art of preparing & posing your subjects
• Explore different lens types for portraiture

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
• Certification of completion not included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: beginner

Compatibility

• Internet required

THE EXPERT

Mark Timberlake runs a marketing company called SME Heroes, which specializes in training on online course creation and online marketing. He's accrued extensive online business experience over the last 14 years, and loves to share his lessons and techniques for success. In addition, he also has over 12 years experience in online retail and over 6 years experience as a commercial photographer, and is eager to pass on the practical skills he's learned.

KEY FEATURES

Nature photography doesn't have to be just a hobby, but also your career. And this course is a great place to start. Here, you'll learn how to snap gorgeous, marketable images of the great outdoors, as well as set up a successful business. From learning to strategize your business plan, to setting prices, to negotiating in the moment--you'll be up and running as a photo pro by course's end.

• Gain essential nature photography skills w/ 133 lectures & 14 hours of content
• Understand how outdoor & nature photography works
• Learn to create marketable images
• Know what sort of equipment is needed
• Organize your stock photos & market them
• Earn a profit off of your photo business
• Master natural light, supplemental flash & strobe lighting
• Negotiate successfully while selling your images
• Learn strategies for setting up your business

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
• Certification of completion not included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: intermediate

Compatibility

• Internet required
• A general understanding of digital photography suggested
• Basic understanding of a photo editing program

THE EXPERT

Charlie Borland has been a commercial photographer for over 35 years. Based in Oregon, he shoots locally and nationally and has traveled extensively for a wide range of clients, some of which include: Xerox, NW Airlines, Fujitsu, Nike, Blue Cross, Nationsbank, Texas Instruments, International Paper, Cellular One, Early Winters. He has won numerous awards for his photography and received recognition for annual reports he has photographed.

KEY FEATURES

There's more than one way to transform a digital image to a beautiful black-and-white one. This course will teach you techniques for doing just that using the powerful tools found in Photoshop. You'll learn how to overcome potential challenges during post-production, as well as get black-and-white photography tips to guide you through the process every step of the way.

• Create stunning black-and-white photography w/ 20 lectures & 7 hours of content
• Use a range of powerful flexible & non-destructive black-and-white conversion techniques
• Study the Channel Mixer & Black and White Tool
• Evaluate the tonal range & balance of an image
• Make global & selective changes using adjustment layers selections masks and the Curves tool
• Add unique & complex tones to give images life

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
• Certification of completion not included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

• Internet required
• Photoshop CS3 or later (preferred)

THE EXPERT

David Nightingale is an internationally acclaimed, award-winning photographer and instructor. David's photoblog, Chromasia, is currently ranked as the 16th most influential UK blog and has received numerous nominations and awards. His corporate clients have included the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, the Arts Council in England, the DIFC in Dubai, the Van Volxem winery in Germany, and Sony, UK; and his images have been licensed for a variety of uses worldwide.

KEY FEATURES

Anybody with a phone these days can take a picture, but the real art of photography remains with those who have mastered their cameras. With the Diploma in Photography, you can fully utilize your camera’s capabilities, and expand your creative potential. Through this course, you’ll learn practical skills and knowledge directly from industry leading professional photographers.

• Attend 10 live lessons over five weeks or learn at your own convenience via 24/7 subsequent on-demand access
• Enhance your learning with 10 live interactive online modules
• Receive full support throughout the course period & after completion
• Enjoy fully interactive bonus Q&A sessions
• Learn how to use different lenses for different purposes
• Discover how to manipulate motion & depth in your photographs
• Understand composition & how it affects a picture
• Learn how to use light to affect a photo's exposure

To view live course schedule, click here.

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: 6 weeks
• Access options: web streaming
• Certificate available upon completion
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 1 week and receive 1-month free access to Shaw Academy
• Experience level required: all levels
• One lucky course attendee will win $1,000 on every live webinar (for you chance to win simply attend live and it could be you)

Compatibility

• Mac
• Windows
• Processor: 1 gigahertz (GHz)
• RAM: 1 GB
• Operating systems: Windows 7, Windows 8, iOS
• Browsers: Internet Explorer 11, Google Chrome, Safari 8, Mozilla Firefox

THE EXPERT

The Live Photo Academy is a professional training and higher education institution dedicated to making the highest quality, practical education accessible to all. We are committed to both excellence in teaching and support, enhancing the learning experience of each individual student. We provide cutting edge education, offering highly innovative topics, administered in a flexible nature. For more information on this course and instructor, click here.

KEY FEATURES

No matter how competent a photographer you are, sometimes you may need to take your photos a step further with image editing. Developed by photographers for photographers, Adobe Lightroom is an editing program that may open up a whole new world of possibilities for your work. Through this course, you’ll learn how to take your images from the camera to the finished product.

• Attend 8 live lessons over 4 weeks or learn at your own convenience via 24/7 subsequent on-demand access
• Enhance your learning with 8 live interactive online modules
• Receive full support throughout the course period & after completion
• Enjoy fully interactive bonus Q&A sessions
• Discover how to easily organize your photos with the library module
• Understand how to manipulate the color in your photos
• Learn to create incredible panoramas using the photomerging tool
• Understand how to properly print beautiful photos

To view live course schedule, click here.

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: 6 weeks
• Access options: web streaming
• Certificate available upon completion
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 1 week and receive 1-month free access to Shaw Academy
• Experience level required: all levels
• One lucky course attendee will win $1,000 on every live webinar (for you chance to win simply attend live and it could be you)

Compatibility

• Mac
• Windows
• Processor: 1 gigahertz (GHz)
• RAM: 1 GB
• Operating systems: Windows 7, Windows 8, iOS
• Browsers: Internet Explorer 11, Google Chrome, Safari 8, Mozilla Firefox

THE EXPERT

The Live Photo Academy is a professional training and higher education institution dedicated to making the highest quality, practical education accessible to all. We are committed to both excellence in teaching and support, enhancing the learning experience of each individual student. We provide cutting edge education, offering highly innovative topics, administered in a flexible nature. For more information on this course and instructor, click here.

KEY FEATURES

Graphic design is visual problem solving. It’s more than just making things look cool; it’s about communicating a message. Graphic designers are in high demand because they know how to reach people in creative, aesthetically pleasing ways. In this introduction to the Adobe Creative Suite, you’ll learn to use Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign--the Holy Trinity of design applications. This course will provide you with the real world applicable skills and knowledge to better promote your or a potential client’s brand.

• Access 10 online modules of highly enjoyable interactive, easily accessible, premium practical content delivered in an accessible format available at your convenience
• Learn from an award-winning, multidisciplinary designer
• Receive full support throughout the course period & after completion
• Learn how to design for print
• Lessons are divided into short chapters to allow you to study efficiently without impeding on your current lifestyle
• Enjoy fully interactive bonus Q&A sessions
• Learn basic graphic design principles like Alignment, Balance, Contrast, Proximity and Repetition
• Discover how to combine images and backgrounds
• Manipulate Illustrator to create logos, build shapes, and trace images
• Discover Typography and simple design rules

To view course schedule:To view live course schedule, click here.

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: 6 weeks
• Access options: web streaming
• Certificate available upon completion
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 1 week and receive 1-month free access to Shaw Academy
• Experience level required: all levels
• One lucky course attendee will win $1,000 on every live webinar (for you chance to win simply attend live and it could be you)

Compatibility

• Mac
• Windows
• Processor: 1 gigahertz (GHz)
• RAM: 1 GB
• Operating systems: Windows 7, Windows 8, iOS
• Browsers: Internet Explorer 11, Google Chrome, Safari 8, Mozilla Firefox

THE EXPERT

The Live Photo Academy is a professional training and higher education institution dedicated to making the highest quality, practical education accessible to all. We are committed to both excellence in teaching and support, enhancing the learning experience of each individual student. We provide cutting edge education, offering highly innovative topics, administered in a flexible nature. For more information on this course and instructor, click here.

KEY FEATURES

Image editing is an essential part of Digital Photography, whatever level you are. Whether you’re looking to retouch a family portrait, enhance the colors in a landscape, or just add some cool effects to a picture of friends, Adobe Photoshop is the program to use. Understanding how to use Photoshop will open up a whole new world of creative tools and techniques. This course will equip you with valuable post-production knowledge that will add another layer to your skill set as a photographer.

• Attend 8 live lessons over 4 weeks or learn at your own convenience via 24/7 subsequent on-demand access
• Enhance your learning with 8 live interactive online modules
• Receive full support throughout the course period & after completion
• Enjoy fully interactive bonus Q&A sessions
• Learn to enhance images using Adjustment Layers
• Discover how to remove or add people & objects
• Understand how to retouch pictures to enhance your pictures' beauty

To view course schedule:To view live course schedule, click here.

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: 6 weeks
• Access options: web streaming
• Certificate available upon completion
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 1 week and receive 1-month free access to Shaw Academy
• Experience level required: all levels
• One lucky course attendee will win $1,000 on every live webinar (for you chance to win simply attend live and it could be you)

Compatibility

Windows

Processor: 1 gigahertz (GHz)

RAM: 1 GB

Operating systems: Windows 7, Windows 8, iOS

Browsers: Internet Explorer 11, Google Chrome, Safari 8, Mozilla Firefox

THE EXPERT

The Live Photo Academy is a professional training and higher education institution dedicated to making the highest quality, practical education accessible to all. We are committed to both excellence in teaching and support, enhancing the learning experience of each individual student. We provide cutting edge education, offering highly innovative topics, administered in a flexible nature. For more information on this course and instructor, click here.

KEY FEATURES

You've taken the photo editing courses, now put your knowledge to the test with these 65 high resolution images from professional photographer and instructor, Kasia Zmokla. Using these lifestyle, food, and nature images as a base, you'll be able to employ all the editing techniques you've learned and continue to further experiment, without having to worry about accidentally changing your own photos. To see more of Kasia Zmokla's photography, click here.

• Receive photographs in the lifestyle, nature & food genres
• Use as reference photos or stock images in creative projects

PRODUCT SPECS

• Image quality: TIFF

Compatibility

• Internet required

KEY FEATURES

For the burgeoning photographer, assets may be a very important learning tool. This collection of 40 lifestyle, food, and nature photos is perfect for uploading into editing software so you may practice some of the techniques you have learned. Taken by Tom Eversley, an English designer and photographer, these high quality images may be a valuable addition to your photography education, or to your home's decor. To see more of Tom Eversley's photography, click here.

• Receive photographs in the lifestyle, nature & food genres
• Use as reference photos or stock images in creative projects

PRODUCT SPECS

• Image type: JPG

Compatibility

• Internet required

KEY FEATURES

Black and white photography is a timeless medium that is always in demand by art enthusiasts. With Photoshop, you can seamlessly convert color photos into trendy, vintage black and white photographs that will be great additions to your portfolio and may even find a buyer. Using the high-quality image base provided, you'll receive complete instruction on how to produce gorgeous black and white photos using some of the best photo editing software available.

• Access 31 lectures & 4.5 hours of content
• Use Adjustment Layers to speed up the editing process
• Master the Curves tool to flexibly edit your photos
• Learn how to evaluate tonal range in your images using the Histogram tool
• Understand how the RGB additive color model works & apply it to your work
• Fix common photography issues like low contrast, lack of definition or texturing

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
• Certification of completion not included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: all levels
• Photoshop CC free trial required

Compatibility

• Internet required

THE EXPERT

Kasia Zmokla is a digital artist, graphic designer and a photographer with 20 years experience working in the Graphic Design industry. That consists of working full time for design studios in Poland, Ireland and Malta and independently as an artist, photographer and freelance designer. She has received formal training at the Eugeniusz Geppert Academy of Art and Design in Wroclaw, Poland and graduated as a Master of Fine Arts in 2003.

Her Fine Art photography prints are available at several international fine art galleries, amongst others at Asia Contemporary Art Buyer and Saatchi Art, and she is an active contributor at many stock agencies including the prestigious world’s largest stock photo collection - Alamy and Stockimo. Links to her professional portfolio are available in the last Lecture of the Course.

KEY FEATURES

Portraiture applies to more than just your LinkedIn or Facebook default photos. Creating a rich, empowering portrait can be very difficult and may require some clever editing. In this course, you'll use Photoshop CC and the high-quality supporting materials provided to produce powerful portraits. Many people will pay top dollar for quality portraits, so get on this bandwagon fast!

• Access 50 lectures & 5 hours of content
• Learn how to blend multiple adjustments in the same image seamlessly
• Learn useful techniques to pick out & sharpen details
• Work w/ non-destructive techniques to further enhance images
• Perform clean ups & highlights on subjects' skin, eyes & hair
• Increase distinction in your photographs using editing tools

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
• Certification of completion not included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: all levels
• Photoshop CC free trial

Compatibility

• Internet required

THE EXPERT

Kasia Zmokla is a digital artist, graphic designer and a photographer with 20 years experience working in the Graphic Design industry. That consists of working full time for design studios in Poland, Ireland and Malta and independently as an artist, photographer and freelance designer. She has received formal training at the Eugeniusz Geppert Academy of Art and Design in Wroclaw, Poland and graduated as a Master of Fine Arts in 2003. Her Fine Art photography prints are available at several international fine art galleries, amongst others at Asia Contemporary Art Buyer and Saatchi Art, and she is an active contributor at many stock agencies including the prestigious world’s largest stock photo collection - Alamy and Stockimo. Links to her professional portfolio are available in the last Lecture of the Course. For more details on this course and instructor, click here.

KEY FEATURES

If you've ever looked through National Geographic and said, "Wow, I wish I had taken that photo," then this course is for you. You'll learn the basics of professional photography, travel, and camera care tips, and, of course, how to take and edit great photographs! Taught using the instructor's real photos as examples, you'll gain first-hand knowledge on how to memorialize your next trip in the highest quality.

• Access 38 lectures & 5 hours of content
• Learn how to prep & pack your camera equipment before your trip
• Cover photography basics like exposure, shutter speed, depth of field, composition & lighting
• Enhance your portrait skills to take better group shots
• Use Adobe Lightroom's free trial to edit photos & make them pop

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
• Certification of completion not included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: beginner
• Adobe Lightroom free trial

Compatibility

• Internet required

THE EXPERT

Philip Ebiner's passion is inspiring people through online courses. Since 2012, over 100,000 students have taken his online courses. He graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Film and Television Production from Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles. Over the past 5 years, he's shot and edited thousands of videos that have played everywhere from the movie screen and television to film festivals and YouTube. For more details on this course and instructor, click here.

KEY FEATURES

Photography may be as simple as point and shoot, but if you really want to take the best pictures you possibly can, you'll need a little more instruction on how to get the most out of your camera. In this course, you'll get 50 photography tips that will help make your photos really pop! Photographers of all abilities will see real improvement fast--so dive in and start becoming one with your camera.

• Access 54 lectures & 5.5 hours of content
• Understand the Exposure Triangle & finally get out of Auto mode
• Learn how to work w/ natural light
• Improve your flash photography
• Discover the various settings available to digital cameras
• Control depth of field & the "block of focus"
• Get sharper images w/ better focusing techniques & by manipulating shutter speed

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
• Certification of completion not included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: beginner

Compatibility

• Internet required

THE EXPERT

Bernie is a professional photographer based in the UK, and has been passionate about photography ever since his parents bought him his first camera when he was just 11 years old (a Kodak Brownie 127)! He was voted by students as one of Udemy's outstanding instructors of 2014. He's qualified as a photographer to 'Associate' level with both the MPA (Master Photographers Association), and the SWPP (Society of Wedding and Portrait Photographers) in the UK. Bernie loves sharing his passion for photography, and students really enjoy his fun teaching style which has earned him over 200 five star reviews. he has produced 4 entertaining and informative courses that demonstrate, without blinding you with science, how you can be a better photographer, taking more creative and dramatic photos that will wow your friends and family He is in demand as a speaker to other professionals and to beginner and keen amateurs at camera clubs... he's also an occasional guest speaker on cruise ships. For more details on this course and instructor, click here. This course is hosted by StackSkills, the premier eLearning destination for discovering top-shelf courses on everything from coding—to business—to fitness, and beyond!

KEY FEATURES

Today's DSLR and Mirrorless cameras have an enormous range of features and settings that can give you an unprecedented amount of control over your photography, but can also be extremely overwhelming. In this course, you'll take a step-by-step guide through the many features that make your camera special. Not only will you discover many of your camera's advanced capabilities, but you'll learn how to master them as well.

• Access 34 lectures & 4.5 hours of content
• Understand the difference between exposure modes & aperture and shutter speed priority
• Learn when & how to use Exposure Compensation
• Differentiate between Evaluative, Spot & Center Weighted Metering, and learn when to use each
• Discover advantages of full Manual exposure mode
• Learn how to choose between RAW & JPG file types

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
• Certification of completion not included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: intermediate
• DSLR or Mirrorless camera

Compatibility

• Internet required

THE EXPERT

Bernie is a professional photographer based in the UK, and has been passionate about photography ever since his parents bought him his first camera when he was just 11 years old (a Kodak Brownie 127)! He was voted by students as one of Udemy's outstanding instructors of 2014. He's qualified as a photographer to 'Associate' level with both the MPA (Master Photographers Association), and the SWPP (Society of Wedding and Portrait Photographers) in the UK. Bernie loves sharing his passion for photography, and students really enjoy his fun teaching style which has earned him over 200 five star reviews. he has produced 4 entertaining and informative courses that demonstrate, without blinding you with science, how you can be a better photographer, taking more creative and dramatic photos that will wow your friends and family He is in demand as a speaker to other professionals and to beginner and keen amateurs at camera clubs... he's also an occasional guest speaker on cruise ships. For more details on this course and instructor, click here. This course is hosted by StackSkills, the premier eLearning destination for discovering top-shelf courses on everything from coding—to business—to fitness, and beyond!

KEY FEATURES

You see food photographed all the time--from menus and cookbooks to advertisements and Instagram--but wouldn't you like to replicate those pristine images yourself? With this DIY Food Photography course, you'll be uploading mouth-watering images to your blog, Instagram, or menu in just an hour. Make your photos as delicious as your food!

• Access 16 lectures & 1 hour of content
• Learn how to pick the best locations to photograph food
• Discover how to prepare & style your food and setting
• Light your food w/ inexpensive tools like a white sheet & poster board
• Understand how to choose the best camera & settings
• Compose 4 types of shots to get all the best angles

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
• Certification of completion not included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: beginner

Compatibility

• Internet required

THE EXPERT

Philip Ebiner's passion is inspiring people through online courses. Since 2012, over 100,000 students have taken his online courses. He graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Film and Television Production from Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles. Over the past 5 years, he's shot and edited thousands of videos that have played everywhere from the movie screen and television to film festivals and YouTube. For more details on this course and instructor, click here.

KEY FEATURES

Photography is one of the most accessible art forms, but it can be difficult to take your photo-taking ability to the next level. Throughout this comprehensive course, you'll learn basics of lighting and composition, and how to apply them to take better, more complex photographs. You'll notice an improvement in your photography fast!

• Access 17 lectures & 1.5 hours of content
• Learn how to play with light & composition to make more creative photographs
• Understand how to observe & control light
• Discover the basics of processing light
• Learn core rules of composition such as the rule of thirds, the power of 3 & negative space

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
• Certification of completion not included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

• Internet required

THE EXPERT

Mark Timberlake runs a marketing company called SME Heroes, which specializes in training on all things to do with online course creation and online marketing. He has extensive experience with online business in various forms over the last 14 years and loves to share his hard one lessons and techniques for online business success. In addition he also has over 12 years experience in online retail and over 6 years experience as a commercial photographer. For more details on this course and instructor, click here.

KEY FEATURES

Skip the technical jargon and get right to taking amazing, professional-quality photos with this complete training. The Hollywood Art Institute Photography Course includes 22 modules filled with tutorials on how to profit off of your photography, or simply capture your memories in the manner they deserve.

Accredited by the Photography Education Accreditation Council

• Dive into this 22 module photography course
• Study various photography techniques w/ videos, video tutorials, articles, ebooks, a pro article database, flashcards & quizzes
• Learn from the most talented & experienced photographers in the industry
• Receive a professional certification upon successful completion of the course
• Access Level 3-Certified Pro Tutors
• Receive a free 5-year subscription to the Pro Article Database
• Explore “down-to-earth” techniques to help you take better photos your very first day

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: self-paced, access all modules until completion
• Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
• Certification of completion included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

• Internet required
• Camera required; most students have a basic point-&-shoot or DSLR camera

THE EXPERT

The Hollywood Art Institute provides all of the knowledge, techniques, and tools you could ever need to snap amazing photos. For more details on this course and instructor, click here.

KEY FEATURES

Got a new dSLR camera? Interested in photography? This comprehensive course bundle will give you tips and instruction to master your dSLR and start optimizing all the settings and tools provided by modern cameras. With an in-depth discussion of photography theory as well as practical instruction on how best to take certain types of photos, this bundle will have you taking pictures like a pro in no time.

• Access 8 interactive lessons that will help you get comfortable w/ your camera & start applying good photographic principles
• Learn how to set shutter speed, ISO & aperture
• Understand how to manipulate depth of field & autofocus point
• Use flash & avoid red-eye effectively
• Explore different lenses & how best to take different kinds of shots
• Take advantage of the improved control that dSLR cameras give you

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: 1 year
• Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
• Certification of completion included
• Experience level required: all levels
• Limit: 1 for you, unlimited as gifts
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Course log-in details and instructions will be emailed to you within 3 working days of redemption
• Free technical support available 24/5 via email, telephone and online chat
• No software included
• Browser settings need to be changed when using a Mac. For more information, click here.

Compatibility

• Windows 7, 8
• Mac
• iOS
• iPad
• Internet Explorer 9 or later
• Google Chrome
• Safari 6 or later
• Mozilla Firefox

THE EXPERT

e-Careers comprises of passionate and talented educationalists who support over 325,000 students all over the world.

The institution consists of around 200 individuals, who all specialise in their own aspects of combining education with technology. e-Careers has established relationships with many awarding bodies, instructors and educational institutions to bring its students training and qualifications in an E-Learning format. E-Careers is a true "EdTech" institution.

Since 1991, For Dummies books and courses have helped millions of people make everything easier. For Dummies e-learning courses offer an even more effective and convenient way to learn. This course offers self-paced instruction from industry experts, delivered with the famous, easy-to-follow, plain English for Dummies style.

For more details on this course and instructor, click here.

KEY FEATURES

This encyclopedic course provides everything you need to learn the ins and outs of photography, and to master this medium even if you’re just starting out. Whether choosing between the humble iPhone or fancy DSLR, or shooting photos indoors or outside--you’ll learn all you need to turn out professional-quality photos certain to impress viewers and even attract interested customers.

• Dive into an overview of key photography concepts w/ 13 hours & 175 lectures
• Understand how different kinds of cameras work: DSLRs, smartphones, etc.
• Create well-composed shots by correctly positioning subjects, manipulating depth of field, etc.
• Master situational photography to take strong photos no matter your setting or subject
• Obtain the equipment you need to capture great photos
• Illuminate your photos to capture your subjects in their best light
• Edit images in post-production to ensure they truly pop
• Monetize your work by knowing where to sell it, how to license it & more

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime access
• Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
• Certification of completion not included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: beginner to all levels

Compatibility

• Internet required

THE EXPERT

Phil Ebiner started teaching online courses in 2012, and now has over 80,000 students on Udemy learning everything from photography to video making. He worked as a photographer at a private college a few years ago doing event coverage, marketing and advertising, and social media. Sam Shimizu-Jones has been taking photos his entire life. Growing up in Santa Cruz, CA, he fell in love with photography skating around town. Since then, he's traveled the world taking photos for business and pleasure.

KEY FEATURES

Photography is a powerful artistic medium that allows us to memorialize any moment. And while professionals may use a lot of expensive lighting equipment, the best photographers know how to use natural light to get a photo just right. This course will elevate your photography game, teaching you the best ways to use both natural and artificial lighting to compose incredible portraits you can be proud of.

• Access 13 lectures & 1 hour of content 24/7
• Learn to use natural light & artificial light to create powerful images
• Understand the difference between hard light & soft light
• Discover how to manipulate light both indoors & outdoors
• Become adept at choosing backgrounds & directing your subjects' poses

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
• Certification of completion not included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: beginner

Compatibility

• Internet required

THE EXPERT

Mark Timberlake runs a marketing company called SME Heroes, which specializes in training on online course creation and online marketing. He's accrued extensive online business experience over the last 14 years, and loves to share his lessons and techniques for success. In addition, he also has over 12 years experience in online retail and over 6 years experience as a commercial photographer, and is eager to pass on the practical skills he's learned.

KEY FEATURES

You've probably taken pictures of people in your life. But have you noticed that your portraits don't usually come out with the same yearbook quality you see from professionals? Time to change that: this course will move you away from amateur portraiture with lessons on everything from executing basic lighting techniques to effectively posing your subjects. You'll be well on your way towards capturing images like a pro in no time at all.

• Access 28 lectures & 2 hours of content 24/7
• Learn basic lighting techniques & equipment employed by professional photographers
• Understand the difference between soft & hard light sources and their effects on images
• Create beautiful yet simple portraits w/ simple flash photography on a budget
• Master the art of preparing & posing your subjects
• Explore different lens types for portraiture

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
• Certification of completion not included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: beginner

Compatibility

• Internet required

THE EXPERT

Mark Timberlake runs a marketing company called SME Heroes, which specializes in training on online course creation and online marketing. He's accrued extensive online business experience over the last 14 years, and loves to share his lessons and techniques for success. In addition, he also has over 12 years experience in online retail and over 6 years experience as a commercial photographer, and is eager to pass on the practical skills he's learned.

KEY FEATURES

Nature photography doesn't have to be just a hobby, but also your career. And this course is a great place to start. Here, you'll learn how to snap gorgeous, marketable images of the great outdoors, as well as set up a successful business. From learning to strategize your business plan, to setting prices, to negotiating in the moment--you'll be up and running as a photo pro by course's end.

• Gain essential nature photography skills w/ 133 lectures & 14 hours of content
• Understand how outdoor & nature photography works
• Learn to create marketable images
• Know what sort of equipment is needed
• Organize your stock photos & market them
• Earn a profit off of your photo business
• Master natural light, supplemental flash & strobe lighting
• Negotiate successfully while selling your images
• Learn strategies for setting up your business

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
• Certification of completion not included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: intermediate

Compatibility

• Internet required
• A general understanding of digital photography suggested
• Basic understanding of a photo editing program

THE EXPERT

Charlie Borland has been a commercial photographer for over 35 years. Based in Oregon, he shoots locally and nationally and has traveled extensively for a wide range of clients, some of which include: Xerox, NW Airlines, Fujitsu, Nike, Blue Cross, Nationsbank, Texas Instruments, International Paper, Cellular One, Early Winters. He has won numerous awards for his photography and received recognition for annual reports he has photographed.

KEY FEATURES

There's more than one way to transform a digital image to a beautiful black-and-white one. This course will teach you techniques for doing just that using the powerful tools found in Photoshop. You'll learn how to overcome potential challenges during post-production, as well as get black-and-white photography tips to guide you through the process every step of the way.

• Create stunning black-and-white photography w/ 20 lectures & 7 hours of content
• Use a range of powerful flexible & non-destructive black-and-white conversion techniques
• Study the Channel Mixer & Black and White Tool
• Evaluate the tonal range & balance of an image
• Make global & selective changes using adjustment layers selections masks and the Curves tool
• Add unique & complex tones to give images life

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
• Certification of completion not included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

• Internet required
• Photoshop CS3 or later (preferred)

THE EXPERT

David Nightingale is an internationally acclaimed, award-winning photographer and instructor. David's photoblog, Chromasia, is currently ranked as the 16th most influential UK blog and has received numerous nominations and awards. His corporate clients have included the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, the Arts Council in England, the DIFC in Dubai, the Van Volxem winery in Germany, and Sony, UK; and his images have been licensed for a variety of uses worldwide.

KEY FEATURES

If passion alone equaled success, every natural born photographer would be a millionaire. Unfortunately, being a full time photographer requires a certain amount of business savvy, major marketing talent, and the will to fight for success. That's where this bundle comes in. In addition to teaching you key photography skills, it will equipped you with the know-how to beat out the competition.

• Get the knowledge, skills & confidence to take your photography skills to the next level
• Start a profitable photography business
• Take better photos w/ your SLR camera
• Tweak your images in Photoshop
• Study communication strategies & negotiation skills
• Nurture your company's growth
• Market your business on the web & increase exposure

PRODUCT SPECS

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
• Certification of completion included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: all levels

THE EXPERT

With over 1000 courses on offer, Courses For Success aims to help you find the ideal course so that you can improve your skill set and become a valuable asset on the job market. They provide easy to follow online courses that give you the power to improve your life, employability, and personal knowledge. With Courses For Success, you’ll save and succeed from the comfort of home!

KEY FEATURES

This career-changing bundle contains 10 key courses that will equip you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to become a successful entrepreneur! Study public speaking, time management, personal branding, interpersonal skills, business writing, and much more in order to grow into the business person you need to be. Couple these soft skills with your talent for your trade, and you'll be on your way to thriving in the business world.

• Only study 6 to 8 hours per course to quickly gain new skills
• Study the soft skills to take your success to the next level including: negotiation & interpersonal skills
• Build your presence & market yourself w/ the Personal Branding, Assertiveness, and Self Confidence courses
• Achieve your goals in less time w/ the Time Management Course
• Understand how to create a business plan
• Study finance & marketing
• Promote the growth of your business

PRODUCT SPECS

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
• Certification of completion included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: all levels

THE EXPERT

With over 1000 courses on offer, Courses For Success aims to help you find the ideal course so that you can improve your skill set and become a valuable asset on the job market. They provide easy to follow online courses that give you the power to improve your life, employability, and personal knowledge. With Courses For Success, you’ll save and succeed from the comfort of home!

KEY FEATURES

Being a professional photographer requires a steady flow of inbound jobs. A steady flow of jobs comes from marketing, and this course will make sure you market yourself and your work successfully. Beginning with the Internet Marketing Fundamentals course, you'll go from basic internet marketing knowledge to a professional level of expertise. By course's end, you should have the knowledge to transfer your marketing skills into a successful business plan.

• Elevate your internet marketing skills to a professional level
• Build your brand w/ media & PR knowledge
• Set realistic goals & get more done in less time
• Keep organized & productive
• Learn to build your network, engage with clients & market your skills more effectively

PRODUCT SPECS

• Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
• Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
• Certification of completion included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: all levels

THE EXPERT

With over 1000 courses on offer, Courses For Success aims to help you find the ideal course so that you can improve your skill set and become a valuable asset on the job market. They provide easy to follow online courses that give you the power to improve your life, employability, and personal knowledge. With Courses For Success, you’ll save and succeed from the comfort of home!

KEY FEATURES

Love photography? Why not make a career of it? This course will take you step-by-step through the skills, methods, and marketing you need to run your very own photography business. Pick up a little extra income or change you career entirely after you've learned how to be a freelance photographer.

• Access to 12 weekly modules 24/7
• Finding the right niche
• Learn how to set up your own studio
• Create a winning business plan
• Explore the industry of wedding photography
• Understand how to sell your photos online, in-person, or through studios
• Photography branding, search engine optimization, social media marketing
• Discover the legal issues involved w/ making money on your photography
• Learn how to get a business license
• Professional certification available free of charge upon successful completion of course
• Includes 3 free bonuses: Award winning e-book "Photography Insights," Digital photography flash cards, Unlimited access to the Hollywood Art Institute Pro Article Database

PRODUCT SPECS

Details & Requirements

• Length of time users can access this course: 18 months
• Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
• Certification of completion included
• Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
• Experience level required: all levels

Compatibility

• Internet required

THE EXPERT

The Hollywood Art Institute provides all of the knowledge, techniques, and tools you could ever need to snap amazing photos. For more details on this course and instructor, click here.