Photography 101: from zero to hobby!

Name: Photography 101: from zero to hobby!
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The basics, the techniques and the tools to get started or improve your photography

Created byDiogo Nunes

Last updated 5/2023

English

What you'll learn

Learn the concept of exposure
Improve the framing of photos (rule of thirds)
Understand what can be achieved with post-editing (photoshop)
Discover the different types of photographic gear
Get motivated to learn photography

Course content

1 section • 10 lectures • 1h 13m total length

Why learn photography?3:21
Exposure4:13
Aperture (and depth of field)5:21
Explore how aperture controls depth of field and exposure by adjusting light, time, and sensitivity, showing how large or small apertures affect focus and background blur.
Shutter (and motion)11:33
Explore how shutter speed shapes motion in photography, from freezing fast action to creating long-exposure trails and light painting, with practical examples of panning and fireworks.
Sensitivity (and noise)7:36
Explore how shutter speed, aperture, and ISO control light and affect depth of field, motion blur, and noise, plus using EV to fine-tune exposure.
Framing and the "Rule of Thirds"6:32
Photo genres8:15
Photo gear12:25
Post-editing (and photoshop)9:12
Websites and closing thoughts5:23

Requirements

None. To practice the contents of the course, a DSLR is recommended (any brand or price range)

Description

The aim of this course is to explain what photography is, how it works and how you can use your creativity to capture unique moments. These are the topics that will be covered:

Why learn photography

Photography is a skill that, once learned, can be used in various contexts, whether professional or personal. Given it's an art form, it is something that stimulates our creative side. And it's a great excuse to get out and travel!

Light and exposure

How to use aperture, shutter speed, and sensitivity (ISO) to get the right exposure. In addition, you will learn the effect that each of these variables have on your final photo.

Framing

The rule of thirds is an easy to learn trick to increase the impact of your photos. But don't overdo it, otherwise your photos will all look the same.

Photographic genres

Now that you know the theory, it's time to put it into practice. Here are some suggestions of photographic genres that you can explore.

Gear

What kind of cameras and lenses exist and what are the advantages of each.

Post-editing (Photoshop)

What are the advantages of post-editing, what techniques can be used, when it should be used, and... when photography fades to painting.

Websites and References

Who this course is for:

Anyone who wants to learn the basics of photography and improve their photos.