Portrait Photography: Natural Light for Unique Atmospheres
A course by user2107943 surname2107943 , Photographer and Writer
Joined February 2020
Learn to take portrait photographs that evoke emotion by using natural light as a compositional element
Learn to take portrait photographs that evoke emotion by using natural light as a compositional element
Joined February 2020
Creating ambiance in your photo portraits means being able to convey even more meaning and depth. Photographer and writer Danny Bittencourt specializes in artistic images that express both emotions and stories using natural light as a compositional element.
In this course, learn to build an atmosphere to shoot photo portraits using natural light. Danny teaches you to prepare your shoot right down to the last details, then shows you how to edit and polish your material for a striking portfolio.
Alongside Danny you can also learn Fine Art Self-Portrait Photography and Hybrid Photography for Creative Experimentation as well as boost your career with Professional Photography: Managing Your Freelance Career.
What will you learn in this online course?
13 lessons & 17 downloads
- 94% positive reviews (53)
- 1,782 students
- 13 lessons (2h 39m)
- 17 additional resources (10 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: Portuguese
- Portuguese · Spanish · English · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
Recommended software for this course
Adobe PhotoshopWhat is this course's project?
Shoot a photo series of between three and five photos with a coherent mood using natural light.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
Photographers and anyone interested in portrait photography looking to give their images more meaning.
Requirements and materials
Basic knowledge of photography and Photoshop is essential for this course.
In terms of materials, you need a photo camera of your choice and a computer installed with Adobe Photoshop.
Reviews
A course by user2107943 surname2107943
Danny Bittencourt is a visual poet from Brazil who works in artistic production, education, and writing. As a photography graduate, she specializes in visual poetry. She also has a master's in education with a focus on cultural studies. She dedicates herself to sharing her research and experiences through conferences, workshops, and courses given across Brazil, Argentina, and Portugal.
Her work has been featured in magazines such as Vogue and LensCulture. She is also the author of Fotografia Fine Art, published by iPhoto Editora; Fotografia Híbrida, released independently; and A luz da janela, published by Chiado Books.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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U2
What and how to say?
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What is a narrative?
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Identification and meaning
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Lighting
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U3
Saying
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Planning and routing
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Stock list
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Preparation
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Execution
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U4
Choose and edit images
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Image curation
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Creative Editing and Finishing 1
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Creative Editing and Finishing 2
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Portfolio construction
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FP
Final project
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Professional Portrait Photography: Create Unique Atmospheres
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Ask questions, request feedback, or offer solutions. Share your learning experience with other students in the community who are as passionate about creativity as you are.
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FAQs
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I am really fascinated by Danny's approach to photography, he encourages you to delve deeper and experiment beyond the basic technique. I really like how he explains, not limiting himself to the technical aspect, but showing in detail every step, even practical, that is behind every photographic project. The resources are also very useful. Highly recommended course! Thank you!
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displayname2351556
PlusSuper detailed and useful! It really explains and guides quite well and with good examples both the technical and creative aspects. Highly recommended.
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displayname12082436
It's impressive how rich Danny's courses are! I take my time in each class because I know there is a lot to absorb, not only in terms of practice, but also in thought. Honestly, surprising, I didn't imagine I would learn so much. The path of visual poetry requires sensitivity, but also study! I'm grateful for the opportunity to learn from you, Danny. I recommend it 100%
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displayname2130465
What I like most is being able to see the photography process happening in practice.
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displayname13567536
Highly recommended, great advice and inspiration.
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