What you'll learn

Know a variety of essential photography terminology
Utilise camera functions needed to control your camera
Demonstrate photography skills needed in order to capture specific subjects such as products, landscapes, animals and people
Properly compose and frame an image
How to set up your camera on location

Course content

13 sections • 35 lectures • 1h 21m total length

The Format Of This Course0:59
This lecture outlines the format of the course before we delve right in!
About Me1:27
This lecture introduces me, your lecturer along with the type of photography I take as a job and as my passion.

Areas of Photography4:00
Here we delve into the different areas of photography.
Poll: What area of photography are you interested in?0:03
In this poll, I ask you, which area of photography you are interested in.
What Makes A Good Photographer2:52
In this lecture we go through the skills that make a good photographer.
Different Types Of Camera4:32
Here we explore the main types of cameras.

How Does Your Camera Capture Light?0:40
This lecture goes into how your camera captures light (and therefore your image).
The Features Of Your Camera2:15
Here, we get to know the feature of your camera so you are more comfortable using it
The Elements Of Your Camera6:36
In this lecture, we get to know the elements of your camera so you know where to find everything.
How to unpack your camera2:24
In this lecture, we get past the fiddly bits involved in unpacking your camera
Raw vs JPEG3:24
Here, we tackle one of the most asked about questions in photography.
Raw vs JPEG Infographic
This infographic highlights the main arguments used for the two formats.

You Have The Power!0:29
This lecture serves as an introduction to the manual mode.
The Exposure Analogy0:45
This lecture provides an animation that gives an analogy as to how your aperture. shutter speed and iso all control the light in your pictures, but in different ways.
Aperture pt 15:06
This lecture talks all about the role of aperture in your image, both in terms of exposure and depth of field.
Aperture
Aperture pt 20:44
We conclude this section about aperture by going through the answers to the questions posed in the previous lecture.
Practising Aperture in Aperture Priority
Reintroducing Shutter Speed (refresh)0:16
Here, we recap on how your shutter speed works in your camera before exploring shutter speed itself.
Shutter Speed3:40
In this lecture we examine shutter speed and how its settings effects your picture.
Shutter Speed
Shutter Speed Answers0:20
We conclude this section about shutter speed by going through the answers to the questions posed in the previous lecture.
ISO3:12
In this lecture we examine ISO and how its settings effects your picture.
ISO
ISO pt 20:19
We conclude this section about ISO by going through the answers to the questions posed in the previous lecture.
Dealing with exposure on location2:49
This lecture gets you used to using your aperture, shutter speed and ISO to balance your exposure.
Practising your shutter speed
Practice session10:11
In this practice lecture, we see how different exposure values affect your picture. Students are encouraged to also practice with everyday items
Depth of field in Manual Mode

Requirements

We start the course right at the beginning of your journey into photography so jump aboard this learning train!

Description

This level 1 accredited photography course will give you the key knowledge needed to become the master of your camera, covering the various functions of your camera, whilst giving you insights into shooting on location.

If you are a beginner, then this course was made for you as it breaks down key complex topics, which include:

Shooting modes
Rule Of Thirds
Aperture
Shutter Speed
ISO
White Balance
Metering

Starting right from the beginning to help with any of the frustrations of understanding your camera.

The Accredited Photography Diploma presents the curriculum via the use of animated presentations, as it has been proven to increase learning, as the information is taken in via sight as well as verbally. This course uses a fun approach to learning with animations and a variety of quizzes to make sure you are retaining the information taught and are ready for the final assignment-which you will have 6 weeks to complete the module, as well as a one hour exam in order to gain your CDP Level 1 Photography Diploma*, should you choose to do so.

*Processing fee applies

What is a CPD Diploma

CPD is an abbreviation for Continued Professional Development and it is an internationally recognised qualification that makes a statement to present and future employers, as well as to yourself that you have a commitment in your growth and can be added to your LinkedIn profile and CV.

This course is work 200 CPD points.

Who this course is for:

This course is for anyone who is eager to learn! We talk through different types of cameras so anyone with a camera can do this course (though to gain the most from this course, it is advisable to have a dslr available to you).

What you'll learn

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Course content

Introduction2 lectures • 2min

Starting with some fun1 lecture • 1min

Stepping into Photography4 lectures • 11min

Getting To Know Your Camera6 lectures • 15min

Demystifying Lenses1 lecture • 3min

Framing Your Subject1 lecture • 1min

The Modes Of Your Camera Pt 12 lectures • 2min

Capturing Light3 lectures • 9min

The Modes Of Your Camera pt 21 lecture • 2min

The Manual Mode11 lectures • 28min

Requirements

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Who this course is for: