Masterclass In Photography PART 4: Composition And Light

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Mike Browne

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1. An Introduction to Composition

1.1 Support Notes And Exercises 4.pdf

1. Composition 1 - Introduction.mp4

02:34

2. Composition - its a dance with your camera

1.1 Support Notes And Exercises 4.pdf

1. Get The most From This Course.mp4

02:14

2. Composition 2 - How To Compose A Picture.mp4

05:54

3. Composition 3 - The Rules.mp4

08:00

4. Composition 4 - Rule of Thirds.mp4

04:47

5. Composition 5 - Leading Lines.mp4

03:38

6. Composition 6 - Diagonals.mp4

05:47

7. Composition 7 - Foreground.mp4

08:01

8. Composition 8 - Frame In A Frame.mp4

04:25

9. Composition 9 - Repeating Patterns.mp4

10:48

10. Composition 10 - Negative Space.mp4

09:59

11. Composition 11 - How Many Compositions Exercise.mp4

10:19

12.1 009 Composition 12 - Viewpoint - Power Or Passive.zip

12. Composition 12 - Viewpoint - Power Or Passive.mp4

03:56

13. Composition 13 - Be Different.mp4

10:36

14. Composition 14 - Vertical or Horizontal.mp4

02:48

3. Light - its a magical mystery which once mastered will revolutionise your image

1. Light 1 - Introduction.mp4

02:13

2. Light 2 - How to See Qualities of Light.mp4

02:41

3. Light 3 - Directional Qualities of Light Exercise.mp4

10:01

4.1 010 Light 4 - Types Of Light Exercise Images.zip

4. Light 4 - Types of Light Exercise.mp4

10:43

5. Light 5 - Light on a Landscape Exercise.mp4

10:24

6. Light 6 - Light on a Person.mp4

11:15

7. Light 7 - Backlight.mp4

11:06

8. Light 8 - Sun Silhouettes Starbursts.mp4

09:25

9. Light 9 - Spotlight a Subject.mp4

06:36

4. What To Do Next

1. What To Do Next.mp4

01:52

Description

Improving Composition, Finding and Using Appropriate Light Will Transform Boring Photos to Brilliant Photos

What You'll Learn?

Camera techniques for better composition
How to pre visualise a composition
The actions you have to take for better compositions
The so called 'rules' of composition - and when to break them
How to see qualities of light
Which types of light are appropriate for different subjects
How different qualities of light affect different textures
Gain hands on experience with the exercises

Who is this for?

Photographers who can use the camera effectively and can shoot manual mode

Photographers who want an experienced guide to help them master composition and light

You're good with the camera - but your photos don't live up to expectations and you often feel disappointed with them

What You Need to Know?

You are committed and excited about photography and will dedicate time to mastering it

You look forward to doing the exercises and gaining experience. Photography's fun right?

A DSLR, Mirrorless or Bridge camera with settings

No special (or expensive) camera equipment is needed

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Description
Welcome to A Masterclass In Photography PART 4: Composition and Light - From Boring to Brilliant, a course meticulously designed for photographers who aspire to transform their images from mundane to magnificent.
Composition and light are the cornerstones of all great images. Learn how to harness these elements and youâ€™ll create extraordinary photographs.
Key Modules:
Mastering Composition: Learn both the mechanics and art of arranging elements in your frame to create visually appealing and balanced photographs. From the â€˜rulesâ€™ such as thirds to leading lines, framing, and symmetry - to when and how to break them. This module covers a wide range of compositional techniques. You'll learn how to guide the viewer's eye and tell a story through your images, turning an ordinary scene into a captivating photograph.
Understanding and Utilising Light: Light is the essence of photography. In this module, you will learn to visualise qualities of light, which subjects theyâ€™re appropriate for and explore their nuances. Learn how to read and manipulate light to your advantage, understanding its direction, quality, and colour. We will cover topics like the â€˜blueâ€™ hour, shadow play, backlighting, and more, helping you to create mood, depth, and emotion in your photographs.
Course Features:
Practical Exercises: Hands-on exercises accompany each module, enabling you to apply what you've learned in real-world scenarios.
Comprehensive Resource Materials: Access a wealth of resources, including detailed guides, cheat sheets, and case studies for deeper understanding and reference.
Composition and light are not just elements of photography; they are the storytellers which make, or break an image. This course empowers you to use these storytellers effectively, transforming your photos from simple snapshots into stunning visual narratives. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced photographer, this course will elevate your photographic skills, helping you to see the world through a more artistic and informed lens.

Who this course is for:
Photographers who can use the camera effectively and can shoot manual mode
Photographers who want an experienced guide to help them master composition and light
You're good with the camera - but your photos don't live up to expectations and you often feel disappointed with them

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I'm flattered to have been called "The UK's friendliest Photography Tutor" (Thanks 500px!). I'm proud to have made hundreds of videos and spent thousands of hours teaching people like you to see more beauty in the world every day (and to capture that beauty), by thinking like a photographer.My YouTube channel has served more than 28 Million views and has more than 265,000 subscribers. I've appeared on TV shows and been asked to speak at some of the best photography events on earth, such as:Xposure International Photography Festival, Sharjah, UAEThe Photography Show, Birmingham, UKI've enjoyed a wonderful career as a photographer, presenter and teacher. I even trained as a teacher so that I could reach my full potential and enable others to reach theirs.As a photographer, I'm proud to have won multiple awards:Petapixel TopTen Youtube Trainers listx3 Xposure Exhibition AwardsFuji Commercial - X2 Fuji WeddingKodak Gold Award14 Master Photographers Association AwardsAnd I've been lucky to have had exhibitions at prestigious venues such as:The Master Photographers AssociationRoyal Photographic SocietyRomanian Embassy (London)Xposure Photography Festival - others...When not teaching photography I also have a role as a brand ambassador for ClickAsnap and have written for publications such as:EphotozineDSLR User magazineProfessional PhotographerPhotography Monthly - others...Trumping all of this, my proudest achievement to date is the huge number of wonderful 5* reviews on Trustpilot and Google - written by people like you after completing my courses. This is what inspires me to continue creating courses to help more people fall in love with photography.

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