How to Shoot Photos like a Pro (Without Being a Pro)
Learn professional photography techniques with Team Overkill! Get expert insights from start to finish and improve your photo skills.
Course Content
How to Shoot Photos like a Pro (Without Being a Pro) is a beginner-level Skillshare course taught by Jon Olsson. It runs 35m, is taught in English, and includes a certificate of completion. Learners rate it 3.9 out of 5 from 536 reviews, with 12,546 students enrolled. It is a paid course, first published August 2018.
Unlock Your Photography Potential: A Guide to Stunning Photos
Ready to elevate your photography game? This comprehensive guide from Team Overkill provides a detailed look at taking professional-quality photos, from start to finish. Learn insider tips on gear, lighting, and even Instagram strategies to help you capture and share your vision.
Drawing on years of experience as a professional skier constantly in front of the camera, and later building a 1 million-follower Instagram page as a YouTuber, this guide offers a unique perspective on modern photography. While not a traditional professional photographer, the insights are practical and geared towards social media success.
Here's what you'll discover:
- Essential Photography Gear: Understand what equipment is necessary for great photos versus what's simply a "nice to have."
- Vertical vs. Horizontal Mode: Learn when to use each orientation for optimal impact.
- Mastering Lighting: Discover the crucial role of lighting in photography and how to use it effectively.
- Avoid Common Photography Mistakes: Identify and avoid the pitfalls that trip up new photographers.
- Composition Techniques: Learn how to arrange elements within your frame for visually compelling images.
- Embrace Backlighting: Discover the power of shooting against the light to create stunning sun flares.
- Natural Portrait Photography: Capture authentic, natural-looking portraits, avoiding staged poses.
- Creative Photo Ideas: Explore techniques to make your photos stand out and capture attention.
- The Right Number of Shots: Find the sweet spot – how many photos should you be taking to get the perfect shot?
- Storytelling Through Photography: Learn how to use images to convey a narrative and evoke emotion.
- Instagram Optimization: Optimize your photos for maximum impact on Instagram.
- The Power of Wide Angle: Understand when and how to use a wide-angle lens.
- Behind the Camera Confidence: Learn how to act and present yourself confidently when shooting people.
- Drone & GoPro Photography: Explore the world of aerial and action photography.
Looking ahead? A Photography Editing Class is coming in mid-September!
Have questions? Leave a comment below – I'll do my best to respond. And if you found this helpful, please leave a review! ;-) – Jon
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