Creative Photography and Conceptual Portrait
A course by Felix Hernandez DreamphographyFotografer dan direktur kreatif
A course by Felix Hernandez Dreamphography, Fotografer dan direktur kreatif
Learn to tell stories using the language of lighting and retouching with Photoshop
In the world of photography, creating a concept is as important as mastering the technique. Photographer and graphic designer Félix Hernández is here to help you do just that so you can explore your own personal vision and achieve unique, impactful results.
Félix is internationally known for his miniature creations, which he explores in another one of his Domestika courses, Creative Studio Photography with Scale Models.
In this online course, immerse yourself in the world of conceptual studio portraits, using the language of light as a common thread to create dazzling images.
Apa yang akan Anda pelajari dalam kursus daring ini?
1 pelajaran & 1 unduhan
Introduction to the concept
1 menit, 1 detik
Creation of the 3 photographic concepts
1 menit, 1 detik
Knowing the studio flashes and their modifiers
1 menit, 1 detik
Understanding the language of light I
1 menit, 1 detik
Understanding the language of light II
1 menit, 1 detik
Camera, lenses and casting
1 menit, 1 detik
Apa yang termasuk dalam kursus ini?
Get started by learning about Félix, his career, and his influences before discussing the importance of developing a solid concept for your images.
In the pre-production phase, Félix reviews the equipment needed for the project with special emphasis on studio flashes and modifiers. See how to develop your ideas, choose your models, and prepare a lighting scheme.
Once on set, work with one, two, and three different sources of light to create your own scenes and photograph them.
After the photoshoot, Félix dives into the post-production process, explaining developing with Camera Raw; frequency separation, dodge and burn, and retouching with Photoshop; and color grading with Nik Collection. Then, see how to merge several images to increase the resolution and explore three different processes for creating images in black and white.
Wrap up the course by learning to export your images in art quality and how to optimize them for sharing on social media.
What is this course's project?
Complete three photographic projects using one, two, and three studio flashes for lighting.
Proyek oleh mahasiswa kursus
Who is this online course for?
Professional or amateur photographers and anyone interested in finding their own photographic style by exploring the conceptual possibilities of images.
Requirements and materials
Knowing how to use your camera in manual mode is recommended, as well as basic knowledge of Photoshop.
You need a 35mm camera, a 50mm or larger lens, a tripod, and three studio flashes or speedlights. In addition, you also need modifiers such as beauty dishes, softboxes, and umbrellas; a background; a model; and a wide variety of props, and a computer with Photoshop and Nik Collection software.
Ulasan
- 1 tahun yang lalu
Un gran curso, con información y técnicas realmente valiosas.
- 1 tahun yang lalu
Admiro mucho el trabajo de Felix, este curso junto con los otros que hay en la plataforma me gustaron y me permitieron acercarme al trabajo de uno de los fotógrafos que más admiro.
- remojo317PLUS1 tahun yang lalu
ESte curso me ha encantado ,al igual que los otros que realice con Felix A. Hdez. Presenta un contenido interesante de manera muy didactica. Los recomiendo todos.
- 2 tahun yang lalu
super completo
- 2 tahun yang lalu
개념 인물 사진의 구성 아이디어를 배울수 있어 좋아요
Isi
- U 1
Introduction
- Presentation
- Influences
- U 2
Creation of the concept
- Introduction to the concept
- Creation of the 3 photographic concepts
- U 3
The light
- Knowing the studio flashes and their modifiers
- Understanding the language of light I
- Understanding the language of light II
- U 4
Preproduction
- Camera, lenses and casting
- Pre-production Scene 1
- Pre-production Scene 2
- Pre-production Scene 3
- U 5
Production
- Urban warrior: 1 flash
- My name is Flor: 2 flashes
- From my window: 3 flashes I
- From my Window: 3 flashes II
- U 6
Postproduction Scene 1
- Image selection and raw development
- Frequency separation I
- Frequency separation II
- Makeup
- Wheathereado
- Replacement of the background
- Dodge & Burn
- Details
- Color grading I
- Color grading II
- Extra scene 1: Mash up of 3 images I
- Extra scene 1: Mash up of 3 images II
- U 7
Postproduction Scene 2
- Black and white with Raw
- Black and white with Photoshop
- Black and white with Nik
- Additional tips for black and white
- U 8
Postproduction Scene 3: Digital output for different media
- Digital output for printing
- Digital output for art
- Digital output for social networks
- FP
Proyek akhir
- Conceptual portrait photography in studio
Apa yang diharapkan dari kursus Domestika
Belajar dengan kecepatan Anda sendiri
Nikmati belajar dari rumah tanpa jadwal tetap dan dengan metode yang mudah diikuti. Anda bisa mengatur kecepatan belajar Anda sendiri.
Belajar dari para profesional terbaik
Pelajari metode dan teknik berharga yang dijelaskan oleh para ahli terkemuka di sektor kreatif.
Bertemu dengan guru ahli
Setiap pakar mengajarkan apa yang paling mereka kuasai, dengan pedoman yang jelas, semangat yang membara, dan wawasan profesional dalam setiap pelajaran.
Certificates
PLUSIf you're a Plus member, get a sertifikat khusus signed by your teacher for every course. Share it on your portfolio, social media, or wherever you like.
Dapatkan kursi baris depan
Video berkualitas tinggi, jadi Anda tidak akan melewatkan satu detail pun. Dengan akses tak terbatas, Anda dapat menontonnya sesering yang Anda butuhkan untuk menyempurnakan teknik Anda.
Berbagi pengetahuan dan ide
Ajukan pertanyaan, minta masukan, atau tawarkan solusi. Bagikan pengalaman belajar Anda dengan siswa lain di komunitas yang sama bersemangatnya dengan Anda dalam hal kreativitas.
Terhubung dengan komunitas kreatif global
Komunitas ini merupakan rumah bagi jutaan orang dari seluruh dunia yang ingin tahu dan bersemangat untuk mengeksplorasi dan mengekspresikan kreativitas mereka.
Tonton kursus yang diproduksi secara profesional
Domestika menyusun daftar guru dan memproduksi setiap kursus secara internal untuk memastikan pengalaman belajar daring berkualitas tinggi.
Tanya Jawab Umum
Conceptual photography aims to convey ideas or emotions through images, focusing on message or symbolism rather than just visual representation, unlike traditional photography which emphasizes appearance.
Yes, the course is designed for photographers with intermediate knowledge who want to deepen their skills in conceptual techniques, art direction, and studio lighting.
You’ll need basic photography skills, a DSLR or mirrorless camera, access to editing software like Photoshop, and a willingness to experiment with lighting, props, and models.
You’ll learn how to develop visual concepts, create symbolic portraits, direct art in photography, manage studio lighting, work with models and props, and professionally edit images.
It starts with an idea or inspiration, followed by sketching, planning the scene, selecting props and models, adjusting lighting and composition, and finally editing the image to strengthen the message.
The course covers soft and hard light setups, use of beauty dishes, umbrellas, softboxes, color gels, and how to control the power and direction of studio flashes to create visual moods.
Basic Photoshop knowledge is recommended since the course teaches editing techniques like frequency separation, Dodge & Burn, background integration, and color grading.