Beginner’s Photography: Basic Camera Use and Theory
A course by Giulia Candussi , Photojournalist and Documentary Filmmaker

Learn how to use a digital camera and its settings to start taking high-quality photos

According to photojournalist and documentary filmmaker Giulia Candussi, there are two fundamental aspects to capturing a great shot; First, the passion you have for the story you want to tell; And a close second, mastering your equipment and its functions. With over a decade of experience in capturing photo reportages about human rights, international events, and cultural identity, Giulia will guide you through the ins and outs of your equipment and show you how to capture professional-looking images.

Discover how to take high-quality photos that convey your unique vision. Master your digital camera’s functions and see how to use each one effectively. Learn the fundamentals of photography and develop the essential skills you need to capture the perfect shot.

What is this course's project?

Create a photo reportage about a theme you deeply care about using the theories learned in the course to capture your story.

Who is this online course for?

This course is for aspiring photographers who have a passion for photography and want to learn how to make the most of their digital camera, even a smartphone camera.

Requirements and materials

To take this course, you need lots of enthusiasm and any type of digital camera: a DSLR, a mirrorless, a bridge, a compact, or a smartphone (although your options will be limited with this tool).

For the post-production of your images, you will need a computer with Adobe Lightroom (you can download the free trial version on the Adobe website).

 

 

Course summary
  • Session Start 04-10-2024
  • Location Online
  • Duration 2h 28m

U1: Introduction

  • Introduction

  • Inspiration

  • What Will We Do on This Course

U2: The Photo Camera

  • Types of Photo Cameras

  • Sensors, Pixels and Resolution

  • Types of Lenses

U3: The Basics

  • Composition

  • Aperture, Shutter Speed

  • ISO and the Exposure Triangle

U4: The Light

  • White Balance

  • Shooting Modes

  • Exposure Compensation and Light Metering

U5: Practical Scenarios

  • Portrait - Focus: Subject and Sharp Background

  • Moving Subjects

  • Textures

U6: Giving Your Work the Finishing Touches

  • Editing Software and Importing Your Photos

  • Selecting the Best Photos, Basic Retouching

  • Exporting Your Images

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AED370

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  • 18 lessons (2h 28m)
  • 37 additional resources (14 files)
  • Online and at your own pace
  • Audio: English, Turkish
  • English, Spanish, Portuguese, German, French, Italian, Polish, Dutch
  • Level: Beginner
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