Immersion in Architectural Photography
A course by Jesús GranadaFotograf de arhitectură
A course by Jesús Granada, Fotograf de arhitectură
Learn to create an architectural photo essay capturing the essence of a space
Every architectural space tells an original story. In each corner, there are countless narratives waiting to be discovered—storylines that reveal the true nature of a place and immerse us in a unique atmosphere.
In this online course, delve into the process of developing a professional architectural photo essay, weaving together a visual narrative that showcases the distinctive character of a space, and build a solid theoretical and technical foundation that will equip you to photograph any space confidently and enjoy the endless possibilities in this branch of photography. Follow Jesús Granada as he walks you through a real-life commissioned project of a picturesque wooden house. Learn to analyze and plan the narrative structure, discovering the tools and methods involved and exploring ways to present your work to the client.
Ce vei învăța în acest curs online?
1 lecție & 1 descărcare
Brief historical introduction
1 minut, 1 secundă
Narrative foundations
1 minut, 1 secundă
Types of camera to work in architecture
1 minut, 1 secundă
How is the space to be photographed?
1 minut, 1 secundă
What are the circumstances in which we are going to work?
1 minut, 1 secundă
Narrative structure of my report (Recorrido)
1 minut, 1 secundă
Ce include acest curs?
Start by getting to know Jesús and his work as he gives you an overview of his influences, the books that have inspired him, and the historical evolution of architectural photography.
Next, learn some fundamental narrative concepts drawn from a variety of different art forms such as painting and film.
Get to work by exploring the set, familiarizing yourself with the tools you need, and analyzing the natural lighting conditions in the space.
Using your observations as a guide, piece together the narrative structure of your photo essay to capture the true essence of the location.
To finish up, discover several go-to mobile apps that can help you carry out your project and learn to organize your post-production workflow at the studio by applying Jesús' tricks to edit and compile your photos seamlessly.
Recommended software & tools for this course
What is this course's project?
Plan out and put together a photo essay consisting of 20 images that showcase any space you choose with a clear narrative.
Proiecte ale studenților cursului
Who is this online course for?
Anyone who works with architectural spaces in any capacity, including students in the fields of architecture, engineering, or fine arts, as well as professional architects, interior designers, set designers, 3D visualization specialists, and anyone who wants to develop their narrative abilities by representing a space visually. This course is also perfect for both amateur and professional photographers interested in architecture, as well as tireless travelers who want to enhance the photos they take during their adventures.
Requirements and materials
To take this course, you need basic knowledge of photography, a reflex camera, and experience processing RAW photos digitally. You also need paper and a pencil, a computer with Lightroom installed, and a desire to capture the unique stories hidden within every space.
Recenzii
- 5 luni în urmă
hoping to learn the basics I need.
- 5 luni în urmă
1000000%
- 8 luni în urmă
El curso me resultó muy bueno! Es un recorrido completo de todos los aspectos específicos de la fotografía de arquitectura. El profesor explica muy bien y se preocupa por compartir información útil y conceptos interesantes. Es un curso para quienes ya tienen algo de conocimiento de fotografía general.
- 11 luni în urmă
Increpible, gran contenido y el aprendizaje pleno.,
- 11 luni în urmă
A very good course on architectural photography. The content is comprehensive and also practical. The English subtitles need improvement
Conţinut
- U 1
Basic concepts
- Who am I, what do I do and what can I teach you?
- My influences and references
- Brief historical introduction
- Narrative foundations
- U 2
Planning our work
- Types of camera to work in architecture
- How is the space to be photographed?
- What are the circumstances in which we are going to work?
- Narrative structure of my report (Recorrido)
- Narrative structure of my report (Approach)
- U 3
Types of photographs
- Context photographs
- Composite photographs
- Interior photographs
- Photographs with action
- Detail photographs
- Night photographs
- U 4
Production. Shooting our photographs
- In action following the schedule
- U 5
Postproduction, development and labeling
- The return trip
- Organization in the study (theory)
- Organization in the study (practice)
- Development and processing of our photos 1
- Development and processing of our photos 2
- Cataloging, labeling and delivery 1
- Cataloging, labeling and delivery 2
- FP
Proiect final
- Immersion in architectural photography
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Întrebări frecvente
You’ll learn how to document and visually tell the story of architectural spaces, master composition techniques, analyze blueprints, plan photo essays, and use specialized tools and cameras for both contemporary and traditional architectural photography.
This is an intermediate-level course, perfect for those with basic photography skills who want to deepen their understanding of techniques and storytelling applied to architecture.
You’ll need a DSLR or mirrorless camera, preferably with tilt-shift lenses. Access to editing software like Photoshop and Lightroom is recommended, along with basic gear like a tripod and apps for analyzing sunlight.
The course covers techniques such as using a view camera, tilt-shift lens photography, panorama stitching, vertical line correction, and composing complex scenes to narrate architectural spaces.
Yes, you’ll learn to use both digital and manual tools like a compass, solar forecast apps, and sunlight analysis methods to plan your shoots and enhance image quality.
The course explores both traditional and contemporary approaches, highlighting technical and conceptual differences—from documenting traditional Japanese architecture to representing modern works using digital technologies.
You’ll learn how to build a coherent photo sequence by selecting viewpoints, details, and key scenes that tell the story of a space and highlight the architect’s intent.