Smartphone Photography: Total Workflow for Beginners

Name: Smartphone Photography: Total Workflow for Beginners
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Master smartphone photography from industry techniques to editing your photos entirely on your smartphone

Created byVictor Lim

Last updated 1/2024

English

What you'll learn

Master Smartphone Photography using just your Smartphone
Master the native camera app on your Smartphone
Learn how to edit your photos entirely on your Smartphone
Learn industry standard techniques that are used by professionals
Understand why many people are betting on smartphone photography as the future

Course content

5 sections • 64 lectures • 4h 32m total length

Introduction3:08
This will provide a high level introduction of what you should be expecting from the whole course
Auto Mode with AI3:01
In this lecture, I will provide you with some background information about auto mode with AI and how to use it to pickup some basic knowledge on different scenes and its respective processing.
HDR Mode (High Dynamic Range)2:47
In this lecture, I am introducing to you HDR or High Dynamic Range and what HDR can do for you under specific situations where lighting condition may not be optimal.
How to use Flash correctly3:38
In this lecture, I am showing you the correct way of using Flash. This method will provide you with a leverage over others.
Usefulness of Camera Grid0:58
In this lecture, I am going to introduce you to camera grids that can be very useful if you know where and how to apply them. Just to mention a few common types of camera grids, Rule of Third, Golden Ratio, Golden Spiral.
How to read a Histogram4:32
In this lecture, I will show you how to read a histogram.
If you interested to check out 3rd party professional app with Live Histogram, feel free to check this out:
>> PROCAM X
>> PROSHOT
>> DSLR CAMERA PRO
>> CAMERA FV-5
Photography basic - ISO, Aperture and Shutter Speed4:48
In this lecture, I am introducing you to ISO, Aperture and Shutter Speed, these 3 very important elements of Photography.
How to use the Rule of Triangle4:06
In this lecture, I am introducing you to a very important rule of Photography, the Rule of Triangle. ISO, Aperture and Shutter Speed. How these elements affect the exposure of any composition.
What is Exposure Metering?4:52
In this lecture, I will show you what is exposure metering and the different types of metering in the manual mode.
The Importance of White Balance7:03
In this lecture, I will show you what is white balance, why that is important to your photos and how to properly use them in the manual mode.
Different types of Focusing3:40
In this lecture, I will show you the 2 types of focusing mode, manual and auto focusing and their pros and cons.
Timelapse - Smartphone Approach2:48
In this lecture, I will show how to properly use the timelapse mode on your camera app.
Long Exposure - Smartphone Approach7:03
In this lecture, I will show you how to properly use the long exposure mode on your camera app.
Long Exposure - Traditional Approach3:31
In this lecture, I will show you how to do long exposure the traditional approach.
If you interested to check out 3rd party professional app in order to use the manual mode, feel free to check this out:
>> PROCAM X
>> PROSHOT
>> DSLR CAMERA PRO
>> CAMERA FV-5
How to use Panorama correctly3:55
In this lecture, I will show you how to properly use panorama.
Night Mode5:09
In this lecture, I talked about the rise of night mode and why it works.
Introduction to Video Mode6:49
In this lecture, it kick start the important video modes.
Cinematic Video Mode3:29
In this lecture, I introduce you to cinematic video mode and why this mode was created.
Manual Video Mode and what are frame rates?3:35
In this lecture, I show you the important frame rates and what it means for videos.
Manual Video Mode and why is stabilization important?2:12
In this lecture on manual video mode, I discuss about the different types of stabilization and why these are so important.
Manual Video Mode and the Rule of Triangle4:05
In this lecture, I talked about the all important Rule of Triangle with ISO, Aperture, Shutter Speed and how this affect the video modes.
Manual Video Mode and the Exposure Metering1:20
In this lecture, I talked about the exposure metering mode and how it affects your videos.
Manual Video Mode and the Focusing1:14
In this lecture, I go through the 2 focusing modes and the importance of manual focusing especially.
Manual Video Mode and the importance of White Balance2:56
In this lecture, I talked about white balance in video mode and this is important.
Manual Video Mode: Exercises2:24
There are 5 difference exercises for the big chapters on manual video mode.
Portrait Mode and Bokeh13:13
In this big lecture, I talked about the portrait mode and its usage. Its also in this lecture that I will show you what is Bokeh, Infinity Focus, Depth of Field and how to emulate that bokeh effect without using the portrait mode.

Rule of Thirds5:01
In the 1st lecture of this section, I show you how to use the famous Rule of Thirds.
Golden Ratio and Golden Spiral6:41
In this lecture, I will introduce to you golden ratio and golden spiral and how these slightly similar looking grids to rule of thirds are better version of the grids.
Orientation4:31
In this lecture, I talked about the importance of orientation and how a simple switch in the photo orientation can change the look and feel.
Leading Lines5:00
In this lecture, I will show you how to utilize the leading lines to elevate your photo's composition.
Symmetry and Asymmetry5:12
In this lecture, I will show you how to use symmetry and asymmetry into your photo composition.
Depths and Layering5:59
In this lecture, I will show you how to create depth and layering into your photo composition.
Framing3:37
In this lecture, I will show you different ways to use framing to elevate your photos.
Repeated Patterns2:31
In this lecture, I will show you how to use repeated patterns in your composition.
Combining Techniques2:57
In this interesting lecture, I will show you how to combine multiple techniques into 1 photo.

Introduction to Lightroom Mobile8:23
In this lecture, I am going to introduce you to the world of Lightroom, the mobile version and why this is still the only photos manipulation app that you will ever need.
Ratings, Flags and Metadata4:05
In this lecture, I show you how to use simple rating and flag to organize your photos library plus the ability to add metadata to your photos.
Cropping5:00
In this lecture, I will show you the most basic and easiest to understand tool, crop.
Auto Correction1:15
In this lecture, I will show you what is the auto all about with its 1 click auto correction ability.
Editing Lights6:18
In this important lecture, I will show you how to make use of the most useful tools in Lightroom Mobile.
The power of Curve7:12
In this lecture, I will show you one of the most powerful tool in Lightroom Mobile, the all important Curve.
Individual Colors Channel and Curve2:46
In this lecture, I will show you how to use the individual colors channel for specific adjustment.
Parametric Curve4:49
In this lecture, I will talk about the alternative to the main curve and that is parametric curve.
Basic Color Controls2:08
In this lecture, I will show you the basic controls when it comes to color adjustment.
Color Grading4:30
In this lecture, I will show you one of the more advanced color adjustment tool in Lightroom Mobile, Color Grading.
Color Mix3:56
In this lecture, I will show you the other advanced color adjustment tool in Lightroom Mobile, Color Mix.
Effects4:48
In this lecture, I talk about the effects and how to properly use them.
Vignette3:05
In this lecture, I talk about a very niche and unique tool, vignette.
Grain2:07
In this lecture, I talk about grain which is a very specialize tool.
Sharpening4:15
In this lecture, I talk about how to use sharpening to sharpen any potential blur photos.
Noise Reduction8:09
In this lecture, I talk about a very important tool in Lightroom Mobile, Noise Reduction and how to properly use them.

Taking Traditional Timelapse with Intervalometer App6:05
In this lecture, I am introducing to you the best timelapse app you can buy, Intervalometer. This is unfortunately only available for Android.
Compiling the photos using LRTimelapse10:36
In this lecture, we will be using a very specialize software LRTimelapse to combine the photos into a timelapse video. This is a free ware and is available for Windows and Mac users.
Less is More7:43
In this lecture, I talked about composition and how incorporating lots of elements into a composition is not always a good thing and that sometimes it is better to have less or something I like to call "making use of white spaces".
Introduction to Filters1:44
In this lecture, I introduced to you the most useful accessories you can ever own for your photography hobby.
CPL Filter3:26
In this lecture, I will show you how to use the most useful filter you can buy, CPL.
ND Filter2:10
In this lecture, I talked about the much useful ND Filter. This is that filter that I have talked about it throughout the course.
VND Filter1:59
In this lecture, I will show the similarity and differences between of the VND from the ND.
GND Filter2:23
In this lecture, I talked about GND, the advantage of GND and why it does not suit smartphone photography well.
Diffusion Filter1:16
In this lecture, I will introduce to you a very niche filter, Diffusion Filter.
Star Filter1:01
In this lecture, I will show you what is Star Filter and how you can use it.
Universal Clip-On3:28
In this lecture, I will show you the accessory that you will need in order to use the photography filters on your smartphone.
180 Degree Shutter Speed Rule10:01
In this lecture, I will explain in detail the industry standard 180 degree shutter speed rule that is the must use technique for filmmakers.

Requirements

No prior knowledge required but you need a decent Smartphone
There are some apps recommendation: Adobe Lightroom (Android/IOS/Mandatory), Intervalometer (Android), Photopills (Android / IOS), LRTimelapse (Windows / Mac)

Description

Learn smartphone photography by mastering your camera app with every features that are available on it. Pick up industry techniques that are used even by professionals. Learn how to edit your photos entirely on your smartphone using the only photo manipulation app that you will ever need, Adobe Lightroom Mobile which is free to use. In the extra section, I will show you how to do timelapse the traditional way plus why photography filters are a must have accessory in the camera bags.

Table of Content

Introduction
Auto Mode with AI
HDR Mode (High Dynamic Range)
How to use Flash correctly
Usefulness of Camera Grid
How to read a Histogram
Photography basic - ISO, Aperture and Shutter Speed
How to use the Rule of Triangle
What is Exposure Metering?
The Importance of White Balance
Different types of Focusing
Timelapse - Smartphone Approach
Long Exposure - Smartphone Approach
Long Exposure - Traditional Approach
How to use Panorama correctly
Night Mode
Introduction to Video Mode
Cinematic Video Mode
Manual Video Mode and what are frame rates?
Manual Video Mode and what is stabilization important?
Manual Video Mode and the Rule of Triangle
Manual Video Mode and the Exposure Metering
Manual Video Mode and the Focusing
Manual Video Mode and the importance of White Balance
Manual Video Mode: Exercises
Portrait Mode and Bokeh
Rule of Thirds
Golden Ratio and Golden Spiral
Orientation
Leading Lines
Symmetry and Asymmetry
Depths and Layering
Framing
Repeated Patterns
Combining Techniques
Introduction to Lightroom Mobile
Ratings, Flags and Metadata
Cropping
Auto Correction
Editing Lights
The power of Curve
Individual Colors Channel and Curve
Parametric Curve
Basic Color Controls
Color Grading
Color Mix
Effects
Vignette
Grain
Sharpening
Noise Reduction
Taking Traditional Timelapse with Intervalometer App
Compiling the photos using LRTimelapse
Less is More
Introduction to Filters
CPL Filter
ND Filter
VND Filter
GND Filter
Diffusion Filter
Star Filter
Universal Clip-On
180 Degree Shutter Speed Rule

Who this course is for:

Total beginner on photography and wants to utilize the camera that is always with you, your Smartphone
Wants to learn some industry techniques but using your smartphone
Wants to learn Adobe Lightroom Mobile but not sure how to start

Smartphone Photography: Total Workflow for Beginners

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Mastering your camera app26 lectures • 1hr 46min

Industry Techniques9 lectures • 41min

Mastering Lightroom Mobile16 lectures • 1hr 13min

Extra Section12 lectures • 52min

End Credits1 lecture • 1min

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