
PHOTOGRAPHY
Whether you're a beginner starting on your journey or an experienced photographer wanting to build out your dream career, our photography master class is for you!
MASTERCLASS
Welcome to our Photography Masterclass! We are stoked you’re begining this journey with us and we can’t wait to help you with all that we’ve learned!
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Introduction
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Chapter 1
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1. Cameras
In this section we discuss the types of cameras and their use cases. This is to help better guide you on finding the right camera for you.
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2. Lenses
Lenses play a big role in the outcome of an image.
In this lesson we discuss the different types of lenses and their use cases.
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3. Filters
There are an array of lens filters which are used in photography. In this section we break down what they are and why they are used.
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4. Tripods
A necessity in every photographers kit, here’s why!
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5. Lighting
Understanding the different types of lighting equipment.
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6. Storage Systems
Learning how to use the right file management system to store your work.
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Chapter 2
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Chapter 3
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1. Directions of Light
Running through the infinite ways to light an image.
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2. Natural Lighting
Learning what natural light is and how to utilise it.
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3. Strobe
Learning the affects of a strobe light and the modifiers that can be applied.
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4. Window
Explaining what window lighting is and how to draw from it.
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5. Beauty
Showing how lighting can be used to assist in Beauty Photography.
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6. GOBO
Discovering what a GOBO is and how to apply them to your lighting source to create dimension and texture.
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7. Favourite Lighting
Running through Kurt’s favourite lighting set up and how you can discover your own.
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8. Lighting End
Analysing other images & lighting setups so you continue to improve your photography skills.
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Chapter 4
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1. Rule of Thirds
What are the rule of thirds and how do we apply them.
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2. Leading Lines
Leading lines & angles to help draw our viewers eye to our subject.
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3. Frames
Putting your subject within a frame!
Learning how to draw the attention of the viewer’s eye through different framing techniques.
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4. Balance & Symmetry
What are even visuals?
In this lesson you’ll learn how to create a balance whether it being side to side, or top to bottom.
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5-6. Depth of field and shooting through objects
Creating separation and texture between your subject and their background using objects.
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7. Contrast
Contrast can be used through lighting, textures, wardrobe or colour. In this lesson you’ll learn how to showcase contrast in an image.
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8. Perspective
Perspective are a great way to create character dynamics.
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9. Patterns & Repetition
Patterns & repetition are something you’ll see a lot in landscape photography. Learn some ways to incorporate it to a studio setting.
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10-12. Lighting and Shadows, Eye Contact & Colour Theory
In this lesson you’ll discover how each of these aspects create mood and emotion to your image.
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13. Movement and Adding a Prop
Playing with shutter speed can create movement to an image.
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14-15. Minimalism and Filling the Frame
In this section we learn the benefits of minimalism in an image.
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16. Break the rules
There are no rules in Photography!
It’s important to understand the rules so you can learn how to break them, experiment and create something unique.
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Chapter 5
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Chapter 6
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1. Hardware
Using the right hardware for post production is crucial.
In this section we’ll go through the best equipment to have to make the editing process smooth and easy.
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2. Importing Images to Lightroom
In this lesson we’ll show you how to import your images to Lightroom and begin your edit.
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3. Selecting Images
Get your fave music playlist ready!
Learn how to cycle through your images by using the best of Lightroom’s tools.
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4. S-Curve & Basic Adjustments
Here you’ll learn how to edit your images either starting from scratch or using presets.
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5. Colour Mixer
This section will explain the elements of colour and how to apply them in our editing process.
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6. Colour Grading
In this video Kurt will demonstrate how to manipulate our image through the use of colour.
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7. Texture
Learning how to add texture to an image through the use of film emulation techniques
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8. Masks
In this video you’ll learn how to target specific areas of your photo for adjustments without affecting the entire image.
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9. Exporting
Understanding the correct way to format your assets when exporting them.
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10. Photoshop Adjustments
This section will go through some of the key photoshop techniques.
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11. Outro
That’s a wrap on the editing process!
Be patient and have fun playing around with these techniques.
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Chapter 7
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1. Finding your niche
How to know what direction to send your photography business in.
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2. Building a Portfolio
The investments and tips & tricks needed to create your portfolio.
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3. Equipment Upgrades
Disclaimer!
You don’t need the latest and greatest equipment to be successful.
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4. Creating a Brand
In this section we emphasise the importance of creating a brand that communicates your niche service offerings
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5. Online Presence
The importance of proudly sharing your work through digital platforms to gain more work
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6. Business Skills
Let’s eliminate trial & error when it comes to business, sales and negotiation.
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7. Networking
Get used to communicating!
This is the best way to upskill, meet people & find new business.
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8. Discounted Services
This lesson will shed light on when it’s the right time to discount your services
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9. How to get paid
Now we’re going to talk about how to adjust your pricing & understanding the importance of being realistic.
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10. Freelance vs Business
The two avenues of Photography and what they look like.
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11. Showcasing your Portfolio
Understanding how to set out your portfolio so that you’re attracting the right clients & honing in on your style as a Photographer.
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12. Business Registration
The fundamentals of how to set up your business.
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13. Portfolio and Website
Following on from setting up your portfolio, we’ll talk about how to find work through your website.
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14. Leverage Social Media
What it means to leverage off social media to gain new business
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15. Create Content
It’s ironic that most Photographers slack off when it comes to posting content. Here we’ll understand why it’s important to prioritise this for personal marketing.
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16. Building your Network
Let’s get comfortable going to conferences, workshops & setting up meetings over coffee.
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17. Outreach
Communication is key!
Here we’ll touch on different avenues & types of outreach to gain business.
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18. Apply for Creative Jobs
Running through which platforms to use when finding a new job.
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19. Ask for Referrals
There’s no harm in asking!
The most credible way to gain business is by getting a referral through a friend or past client.
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20. Courses/Seminar
In this lesson we talk about offering courses & seminars to show your skill set to potential clients.
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21. Professionalism
What does professionalism look like within your business and on set
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22. Promotional Materials
What are the most captivating ways to promote your business or showcase your work.
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23. Upskilling
Let’s talk about the different ways you can evolve your skills
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24. How to Charge
In this video we’ll go through the basics of allocating the right budgets to quote your clients, and stay afloat.
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25. Closing
That’s a wrap!
Thanks for joining in and hopefully you’ve gained some helpful tips & tricks to send you into the next phase of your Photography journey.
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