Photography: Creative Light and Color Grading

A course by Paolo Emanuele Barretta , Photographer and Content Creator

Photographer and Content Creator. Milán, Italy.
Joined April 2022

Master the art of photography: Learn to interpret light, color and edit images.

  • Italian with subtitles in English
  • 100% positive reviews (13)
  • 806 students

Master the art of photography: Learn to interpret light, color and edit images.

Welcome to this online course, where you will discover the art of creating studio portraits inspired by your own emotions and experiences. Led by the renowned photographer and content creator, Paolo Emanuele Barretta, this course will take you on a journey of exploration into the world of set and film portraiture. Paolo's impressive portfolio includes collaborations with fashion brands like Gucci, Prada, and Max Mara, as well as tech giants Samsung and Huawei. His works stand out for their aesthetic purpose, showcasing the power of appearance in communication.

In this course, you will learn how Paolo meticulously chooses locations and props, guided by the emotions he experiences at the moment. By analyzing the atmosphere, playing with light, and connecting with his subjects, he creates expressive and captivating combinations. Color, a crucial element in Paolo's photography, serves to amplify emotional impact and enhance intricate details both during the shoot and in post-production.

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What will you learn in this online course?

11 lessons & 12 downloads

Color theory
5 minutes, 4 seconds
Instrumentation and lenses
7 minutes, 27 seconds
Design the mood of the series
4 minutes, 11 seconds
First shot
13 minutes, 8 seconds
Second shot
9 minutes, 31 seconds
Italian with subtitles in English
  • 100% positive reviews (13)
  • 806 students
  • 11 lessons (1h 36m)
  • 12 additional resources (3 files)
  • Online and at your own pace
  • Available on the app
  • Audio: Italian
  • Italian, Spanish, English, Portuguese, German, French, Polish, Dutch
  • Level: Beginner
  • Unlimited access forever

What is this course's project?

For the final project, you'll embark on a journey to create a compelling series of two or three shots, capturing the essence of your subjects through skillful use of lighting and color. Your task will be to meticulously design each shot, utilizing Paolo's teachings on color theory and instrumentation to evoke specific emotions.

Who is this online course for?

This course is perfect for photography enthusiasts, content creators, and anyone passionate about the art of storytelling through portraiture. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced photographer, Paolo's insights into blending light and color will inspire you to create personal and impactful images.

Requirements and materials

To immerse yourself fully in this course, you'll need a camera, a standard set of lights, and a basic understanding of Camera Raw and Photoshop. Bring your passion for photography and an open mind, and Paolo will take you on a transformative journey into the realm of studio portraiture.


Reviews

806 Students
13 Reviews
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Paolo Emanuele Barretta

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Photographer and Content Creator

Paolo Emanuele Barretta is a distinguished photographer and content creator specializing in set and film portraiture. With a remarkable track record that includes winning prestigious awards like the British Journal Of Photography's Portrait Of Humanity, Paolo has garnered recognition for his exceptional talent.

Having collaborated with leading fashion brands and tech multinationals, Paolo's works stand as a testament to the profound impact of aesthetics in communication. He believes that appearances create connections with audiences and imbue meaning into every communication.

With Paolo's guidance, you will discover the secrets behind his masterful use of locations, props, and colors, as he shares insights into his creative process. By connecting with your emotions and experiences, you'll gain the ability to craft studio portraits that resonate with others on a deeply personal level.


Content

  • U1

    Introduction

    • Presentation
    • Sources of inspiration
  • U2

    Understanding color and self-portraiture

    • Color theory
    • Instrumentation and lenses
    • The self-portrait as a preparatory exercise
  • U3

    Concept creation

    • Design the mood of the series
    • First shot
    • Second shot
  • U4

    Post production

    • Camera Raw: pre-production settings
    • Color grading in Photoshop: first shot
    • Color grading in Photoshop: second shot
  • FP

    Final project

    • creative light & filter for photography

What to expect from a Domestika course

  • Learn at your own pace

    Enjoy learning from home without a set schedule and with an easy-to-follow method. You set your own pace.

  • Learn from the best professionals

    Learn valuable methods and techniques explained by top experts in the creative sector.

  • Meet expert teachers

    Each expert teaches what they do best, with clear guidelines, true passion, and professional insight in every lesson.

  • Certificates
    Plus

    If you're a Plus member, get a custom certificate signed by your teacher for every course. Share it on your portfolio, social media, or wherever you like.

  • Get front-row seats

    Videos of the highest quality, so you don't miss a single detail. With unlimited access, you can watch them as many times as you need to perfect your technique.

  • Share knowledge and ideas

    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

    The community is home to millions of people from around the world who are curious and passionate about exploring and expressing their creativity.

  • Watch professionally produced courses

    Domestika curates its teacher roster and produces every course in-house to ensure a high-quality online learning experience.


FAQs

Domestika's courses are online classes that provide you with the tools and skills you need to complete a specific project. Every step of the project combines video lessons with complementary instructional material, so you can learn by doing. Domestika's courses also allow you to share your own projects with the teacher and with other students, creating a dynamic course community.

All courses are 100% online, so once they're published, courses start and finish whenever you want. You set the pace of the class. You can go back to review what interests you most and skip what you already know, ask questions, answer questions, share your projects, and more.

The courses are divided into different units. Each one includes lessons, informational text, tasks, and practice exercises to help you carry out your project step by step, with additional complementary resources and downloads. You'll also have access to an exclusive forum where you can interact with the teacher and with other students, as well as share your work and your course project, creating a community around the course.

You can redeem the course you received by accessing the redeeming page and entering your gift code.

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Photography: Creative Light and Color Grading . Photography, and Video course by Paolo Emanuele Barretta

Photography: Creative Light and Color Grading

A course by Paolo Emanuele Barretta
Photographer and Content Creator. Milán, Italy.
Joined April 2022
  • 100% positive reviews (13)
  • 806 students