Photography for Beginners: Professional Techniques

Photography for Beginners: Professional Techniques

“We have reached the end of the road. I hope you have really enjoyed working on your photography blog and that it will help you in future work. Before we say goodbye, let's review the key phases of the project. I would like you to briefly explain what you have done in each one and accompany the explanation with images. The story Think of a small story that you are going to tell with 5 to 12 photographs, as required. It can be what happens and you see in your neighborhood in one day. Or a story that you make up at home with people or objects. The possibilities are endless. In my first step I did a scouting or reconnaissance in the surroundings of a sugar mill. That's when it occurred to me to go to the origin: how cane is cut.

First photographs Take your first photographs inside or outside your home, depending on what you want to tell. You choose what you want to photograph. If you find something interesting, you can change the topic on the fly. Remember that the photos are what will tell the story. Try to apply what you have learned: panning, freezing, depth of field... and, if possible, take a photo painting with light. I explain my process for this second step for my essay. I went to the fields where they cut the cane for a whole day and I discovered the process, I was photographing it. I had never been in a sugarcane field before. It was quite an experience for me, and I got into it. I met and talked with those who cut the cane, to find out more about what they did, what would happen during the day and, above all, to get to know them. I asked permission to photograph them so that they would feel comfortable when I explained what I wanted to do and why, being quick so as not to take up their time or distract them from their activities. I took pictures all day not knowing how I was going to edit my story. I only photographed what surprised me or caught my attention, trying to take photographs that were a reflection of what was happening there. What did it feel like to be there? Practice what you have learned Apply what you already know about composition to emphasize certain things, use your knowledge of camera management so that the photographs are the way you want them. In the examples that I show you, I describe what I am unconsciously doing when taking the photographs. And it is everything that we have seen during the course: exposure, types of framing, sweeps, depth of field, law of thirds, types of shots, color studies, etc. More photos Keep photographing, applying everything you learned. Remember to include what refers to principles of light. Take several photos of what interests you. Select your photos to tell the story Select your best photos at your discretion and arrange them in the way you think best tells your story. Remember that you can only use a minimum of 5 and a maximum of 12 photographs. Sometimes fewer images tell a stronger story. Evaluate how everything you already know worked and share your project by numbering the photos in the order you want them to be seen and tell your story. You already have your first photography essay and you have learned photography from scratch! I share with you my selection of 9 photographs for this mini-essay about the sugar harvest. I include the order I made and why I arranged them that way. It is not only choosing the photographs, you also have to give them a narrative order or visual interest for the viewer. Remember that the photograph has its own voice and it is not necessary to have a text that accompanies the photographs to explain them. Nor should it be repetitive, sometimes less is more. This is a very simple test. Over time you will be able to perform more complex or longer essays. I hope you have fun and emotions. Now share your final project with the community by clicking on "Create your project". Remember to share both the final result and the steps that have led you to it. I am looking forward to seeing your project and giving you feedback. Although I ask for your patience, I will try to access the forum as much as I can and what my professional projects allow me. Finally, I want to invite you to actively participate in the forum, not only sharing your progress, but also giving advice and trying to help the rest of the community. See you soon! ”

Partial transcription of the video

“I want to congratulate you for making it this far. Surely you faced many technical problems and sometimes frustrated. That is part of learning. Make the most of those setbacks that at some point seem like dead ends. stepping back and reviewing your logbook. you'll realize that you can solve any photographic situation your camera. turning challenges into opportunities for growth and improvement. Take advantage of this forum to share your work. Always be respectful. Share your experiences. receive feedback if you wish. and you can also make comments you think are appropriate. This forum is ex...”

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Course summary for: Photography for Beginners: Professional Techniques

• Level: Beginner
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• 4 units
• 15 lessons (2h 51m)
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  Photography & Video

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  Digital Photography, Fine-Art Photography, Photographic Composition, Photography