Lifestyle Photography: Express Yourself on Instagram

A course by Olivia Thébaut , Photographer

Photographer. Burdeos, France.
Joined October 2021
82% positive reviews (17)
704 students
Audio: French
French · Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · Italian · Polish · Dutch · Turkish
Lifestyle Photography: Express Yourself on Instagram

Create a series of 9 photos with your smartphone and use them to build an aesthetic for your Instagram feed that showcases your style

Ever wondered what the secret is to those Instagram feeds that look like they're straight out of a fashion magazine? With a little imagination, the right tools, and the advice of photographer Olivia Thébaut, discover that it's not that complicated!

In this online course, she teaches you how to photograph your creations and compose a series of 9 photos with your smartphone. Along with general tips on how to communicate your work on social media, learn how to boost your sales and improve your brand image.

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What will you learn in this online course?

14 lessons & 15 downloads

Introduction to the Subject
3 minutes, 13 seconds
The Mood Board
3 minutes, 20 seconds
Accessory Objects
3 minutes, 15 seconds
The Composition Sketches
10 minutes, 41 seconds
Shooting: Product Photos
16 minutes, 9 seconds
  • 82% positive reviews (17)
  • 704 students
  • 14 lessons (1h 21m)
  • 15 additional resources (2 files)
  • Online and at your own pace
  • Available on the app
  • Audio: French
  • French · Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · Italian · Polish · Dutch · Turkish
  • Level: Beginner
  • Unlimited access forever

What is this course's project?

Create a series of 9 photos to enhance your Instagram feed.

Who is this online course for?

Anyone without much photography experience who wants to promote their creations on Instagram.

Requirements and materials

To take this course, you need a smartphone and props of your choice to compose the setting for your photographs.

You also need Photoshop and, to give your photos a more professional touch, a tripod and a light reflector.


Reviews

704 Students
17 Reviews
82% Positive ratings

Olivia Thébaut

Olivia Thébaut
A course by Olivia Thébaut

Teacher Plus
Photographer

In her day-to-day, Olivia Thébaut meets artisans who sometimes have difficulty promoting their creations. And this photographer doesn't just take pictures. She also works with brands, companies, and magazines creating content for online campaigns, social networks, and print publications.

With a keen eye for shapes, colors, and little details, she loves natural compositions and always tries to recreate this harmony of nature in her compositions. She has collaborated with big brands like Caudalie, Sézane, and Compagnie de Provence, as well as specialist magazines like MILK magazine and Home Magazine.


Content

  • U1

    Introduction

    • About Me
    • Influences
  • U2

    Preparation

    • Introduction to the Subject
    • Tips for Capturing Natural Light
    • The Mood Board
    • Accessory Objects
    • The Composition Sketches
  • U3

    Photoshoot and Retouching

    • Shooting: Product Photos
    • Shooting: Lifestyle Scenes
    • Shooting: The Craftsman and Their Workshop
    • Retouching with Adobe Photoshop
    • The Instagram Grid
  • U4

    Sharing Your Work

    • Artist Photo: How to Stage Yourself
    • Publishing Your Work on Social Media
  • FP

    Final project

    • Lifestyle Photography: Express Yourself on Instagram

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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.

  • Connect with a global creative community

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Lifestyle Photography: Express Yourself on Instagram. Photography, and Video course by Olivia Thébaut

Lifestyle Photography: Express Yourself on Instagram

A course by Olivia Thébaut
Photographer. Burdeos, France.
Joined October 2021
  • 82% positive reviews (17)
  • 704 students