Still Life Photography: Create Conceptual Images

Conceptual Still Life Photography

“Congratulations! You have completed this Domestika course. We hope you have enjoyed walking through our creative process. By using the ideas and guidance we have given you throughout this course, you're now free to go ahead with your own composition using all the techniques we've covered. This could mean finishing the still life photo you started while completing the course tasks, or you could begin a brand-new project! Either way, we strongly suggest you take the time to gather inspiration and make a unique piece of your own. Make sure to keep track of your progress with different pictures of each step. It would be great if you could also explain the choices you've made along the way and tell us if you have any doubts. This will help us understand your creative process and guide you better if you need advice. Let's revisit the necessary steps to complete your project! Choose a nostalgic scene that could include a food element. Research that concept further and explore all options! Combine ideas, explore the idea from your own perspective, or ask other people about their experiences and memories. Decide on your narrative statement to create a single final photo. Make a shoot plan mood board using your previous research.

Build your scene using backgrounds and props you've acquired or made. Light, compose, and style your scene based on your shoot plan. Take your photos and import them into Lightroom and Photoshop for some final touches. We can't wait to see the project you come up with, so don't forget to share it in the forum. You can do so by clicking on "Create your project". We'll be more than happy to answer any of the questions you might have along the way! We'll try to get back to you as soon as possible. In the meantime, participate in the forum, comment on others' work, and interact with the community! See you there.”

Partial transcription of the video

“You've made it. This is the end of our course. You've now seen how we process big ideas and bring the past and imaginary worlds to life. We're so excited to see what you're going to create. If you take anything from our time together, please remember that you don't need the most expensive equipment to get started. Your idea and your story are way more important than what model camera you have or what lighting you use. Write down your ideas, big or small. Tell stories you find interesting and make images you're passionate about. Get comfortable and take your time doing the research and just ...”

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Course summary for: Still Life Photography: Create Conceptual Images

• Level: Beginner
• 75% positive reviews (4)
• 427 students
• 4 units
• 16 lessons (2h 32m)
• 14 downloads

• Category

  Photography & Video

• Software

  Adobe Lightroom, Adobe Lightroom Classic, Adobe Photoshop, Capture One

• Areas

  Food Photography, Food Styling, Product Photography