Learn how to capture powerful portraits with this course that covers essential tips and techniques. By the end of the course, you will be able to master ambient light, understand composition techniques, utilize different lighting setups including studio and flash, and enhance your portrait photography skills. The course is designed for aspiring photographers looking to improve their portrait photography abilities through a combination of theory and practical examples.
Capturing Powerful Portraits - Photographic Tips and Techniques
Mark Galer's Alpha Creative Skills via YouTube
Overview
Syllabus
Introduction
Light is our medium
Master the Ambient Light First
Learn to See the Shadows
Diffused Light
Engaging with Your Subject
Studio Light or Ambient Light
When You Have to Modify Sunlight
Lenses for Portraiture
Composition Tips and Techniques
Placement of the Eyes/Chin
The Figure/Ground Challenge
The Impossible Background
Camera Settings
Position of Spot AF Point
Eye AF + Shallow Depth of Field
Take Two or more Subjects
The Open Door lighting technique
Making a Studion on Location
Introducing Flash
Lighting Modifiers
Flash use examples
Creative Flare from Rim Light
Beauty Dish as Primary Light Source
Soft Rembrandt Lighting
Multiple Flash Setup
Closing
Taught by
Mark Galer's Alpha Creative Skills
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Reviews
5.0 rating, based on 1 Class Central review
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Susan BellThis was a decent course that essentially went through some basics to get you started or to improve your portraits. It included equipment, settings, lighting, and background to bake a few. I appreciated the lighting and composition components the most.
