HDR stands for High Dynamic Range and refers to scenes that include both bright and dark elements. It may be the sun, reflecting on water with some dark shadows in the tree lines, or a person standing in front the glare of an open window. When taking photographs of scenes like these, unlike the human eye, cameras need typically a little extra help to get that done. Learn To Shoot And Process Awesome HDR Photographs HDR photography is traditionally done by taking multiple photos of with the exact same composition but with different exposure settings and then merging them all together as one photo. This may sound difficult and daunting but John's comprehensive video training course will make it simple and even better, inspirational as he walks you through the complete process, from the basic camera functions to the creation of awesome images. By The End Of This Course The details and techniques of taking your HDR shots will be second nature! You will process with ease and inspiration to create awesome HDR images! And finally you will know how to complete that final edit, creating the best photographs that you could ever want! "I designed this HDR course so that it would be personable, inspirational and easily understood by absolute beginners" Complete with working files, you'll be able to work alongside the instructor!

Award winning instructor, camera guru & professional wedding photographer Michael Andrew takes us on a step-by-step tour of the Fuji X-T3 in this training tutorial download video. Michael Andrew’s unique approach simplifies digital photography and shows students how to use simple techniques to take amazing photographs. Michael blends technical competence with artistic fundamentals in this truly unique training video. If you own a Fuji X-T3 and are looking to improve your photographic skills or aren’t exactly sure how everything works….this is the video for you!

Most photographers today have cameras that are not a good fit for their type of photography.  They purchased their cameras based on biased reviews they saw on the Internet without giving adequate consideration to the fundamental question - "How Many Megapixels Do I Really Need?" This course will help you to optimize your photography by enabling you to find your "megapixel sweet spot".  By having a camera with just the right number (and type) of pixels, you'll not only save time and money, but you'll also put the fun back into your photography! Here's the course outline: 1. Introduction & Course Overview 2. What are Pixels, Megapixels & Sensors? 3. Can you have too many (or too few) Megapixels? 4. What is your "Megapixel Sweet Spot"? Bonus Video -  Want to "Triple" your cameras' megapixels? .

You're out in your city... or traveling to a foreign land, and you want to capture the story of that place with your camera. But you hesitate taking a photo of that interesting person. Or you snap a photo of a building that doesn't come out as you imagined. We can help you become a better photographer! In this photography course, award winning photographer Anthony Carbajal and best selling online course creator Phil Ebiner team up to bring a once in a lifetime course. Anthony was diagnosed with ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease) in his mid-twenties. At the time, he was photographing 50+ weddings a year, and was one of the most sought-after photographers in Southern California. Unfortunately due to the disease, he was unable to photograph weddings anymore. He turned his passion to the streets! Since then, he's been capturing the stories of the streets through his beautiful street photography. Anthony wants to help you become a better photographer! HOW WILL YOU LEARN? Understand the basic principles of taking great photos Choose great locations and times to photograph Get comfortable photographing strangers Know the rules when it comes to photographing people and places in public Shoot more creative compositions Edit your photos better to make them really stand out Grow your own following online, on platforms like Instagram Ultimately, you will learn how to take photos you absolutely love, photos that truly tell the story of your surroundings. WHAT OTHER STUDENTS ARE SAYING: Don't just take our word for it. Here's what other students are saying about our photography courses... 'An absolutely great photography course.' - Rick 'You will not be disappointed by take this course if you want to learn photography.' - Stephen 'Great course! This course included just about everything.' - Robert 'This was fast and very very useful.' - Sergej OUR PROMISE TO YOU: We promise to make this course the best photography course that we can, to make you a better photographer. If at anytime you think we can improve it, just let us know how. We'll be happy to provide one-on-one support, or add lessons to the course to answer any of your questions. We have a 30-day 100% money-back guarantee. So there's no reason to hesitate! You can basically try the course for free, and see if you learn anything. We can't wait to see you in the course. Even more so, we can't wait to see your future photos! Cheers, Phil & Anthony

Capturing extremely light and dark areas in a single image for eye-grabbing results is nearly impossible… unless you know advanced shooting and editing techniques to illuminate otherwise obscured details. This hands-on, comprehensive course requires no former knowledge of HDR to create breathtaking representations of even the most demanding scenes. You’ll quickly get a grasp of the complete process, beginning with the camera’s settings through to capturing the HDR sequence, merging and developing the image. You’ll also learn how to take full advantage of the data stored in the RAW files to produce scenes containing vast luminosity range and strong contrast. Sharpen Your Skills Create a Sequence Of Images For HDR Merge Learn how to shoot a sequence of exposures that will give you the optimum RAW data to create beautiful artwork. Knowing how to combine an HDR merge in post production will give you confidence and peace of mind even when working with demanding lighting conditions. Creative Color Grading Create depth and add impact to your artwork by playing with subtle color combinations. Together we’ll explore the possibilities of beautiful color grading with the Selective Color Adjustment Layer in Photoshop.

GIMP 2.10 Masterclass: From Beginner to Pro Photo Editing and Graphic Design A UDEMY BEST-SELLER WITH 8,000+ STUDENTS MORE GIMP CONTENT THAN ANY OTHER COURSE WITH 250+ LECTURES, OVER 30 HOURS OF CONTENT OVER 2,000 REVIEWS WITH A 4.6 STAR RATING - MORE REVIEWS THAN ANY OTHER GIMP COURSE THE FASTEST GROWING GIMP COURSE ON UDEMY It's finally time for you to master GIMP . Do you just wish you knew all of the great things GIMP had to offer (especially as an alternative to or replacement for Photoshop)? Have you taken photos with your camera but don't know how to edit them? Are you struggling to make your images look great or professional in GIMP? Are you curious as to what GIMP can offer as a graphic design program? Not sure which methods are best for getting professional results? This is the course for you! Join over 8,000 students and start mastering GIMP 2.10 today! This course has more in-depth GIMP 2.10 content than any other course on the platform, plus tons of projects, assignments and course resources to help you practice the skills learned in each lecture. Get familiar with photo editing in GIMP 2.10 to improve your photos and master photo retouching with this BEST SELLING course, taught by a 9 year GIMP expert and photographer . No Photoshop required! In This Course, You'll Learn: Getting started with GIMP The GIMP layout and other GIMP Basics A comprehensive overview of ALL GIMP tools in the Toolbox, including: Selection Tools Path Tool Transform Tools Paint Tools Text Tool Miscellaneous Tools Setting up the program interface for photo retouching Opening RAW images into GIMP Editing your photos to improve their color and quality Color balancing levels adjustment Brightness & Contrast Hue/Saturation Hue/Chroma Sharpening an image Touching up an image Eye enhancement Creating a "Vogue" look Designing a Photo Collage Using Multiple Images and Layer Masks All 38 layer modes found in GIMP for blending images Includes explanations of each Layer Mode Type Scaling and cropping your images, including cropping images into a circle shape Enhancing your photos with lighting effects and filters Editing Black and White Photos Creating social media banners for Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn Includes free templates for social media banners Exporting your images out of GIMP for use in print or web projects PLUS you'll get access to over 10 hours of Bonus Photo Editing Tutorials, Graphic Design Tutorials, and Photo Manipulation Tutorials (including GIMP 2.10 tutorials) at the end of the course - commercial free - to help you further develop and acquire new GIMP skills! Tutorials cover a wide range of topics, including: Top 5 Photo Enhancement Techniques Fix Dark Portrait Lighting the RIGHT Way Picture in Text with 3D Pop-out Effect Rain Effect Photo Manipulation Tutorial GEGL, Explained 5 Things You Didn't Know You Could Do with GIMP Acne Removal and Improving Skin Complexion What's new in every GIMP 2.10 release version, including: GIMP 2.10.2, GIMP 2.10.4, GIMP 2.10.6, GIMP 2.10.8, GIMP 2.10.10, GIMP 2.10.12, GIMP 2.10.14, GIMP 2.10.18, GIMP 2.10.20, GIMP 2.10.22, and GIMP 2.10.24 How to Open RAW Images in GIMP 2.10 (using Darktable) How to Fix Old and Severely Damaged Photos How to Recolor Photos How to Import Palettes How to Create Pixel Art (For Game Design) and more! What Students Say About the Course "I'm so glad I found this! I have been using GIMP for several years (a couple of decades actually) and have been looking for a comprehensive GIMP course like this forever. This course has finally given me exactly what I've been looking for. Michael's course and teaching method are absolutely impressive!" -Reg E. | ***** "Very thorough explanations of numerous GIMP features. As a long-time Photoshop user, I wanted to learn more about how to use GIMP effectively, and this course has been very good." -Jud D. | ***** "When I started this course I had some basic knowledge of GIMP. However I had many gaps and/or insecurities when applying my knowledge. So I wanted to become a better user. By the way you already noticed English is not my native language. But Michael's English is easy to understand and with the the help of subtitles I understood most everything[...] After having concluded the course I can say: - I am really a better user - I learned a lot[.] This course is worth every penny. Highly recommended!" -Hans-Peter L. | ***** "An Outstanding course on Gimp that will help any user develop a solid understanding of all the tools and how to apply them." -Arthur | ***** Whether you want to edit photos for clients, touch up your own portraits, or make your own graphic design compositions, this is the place to start! Join over 8,000 students! By the end of this course, you will have a strong understanding of how to use the photo editing tools within GIMP. You will also develop a better eye for coloring and correcting your images. Overall, you'll be able to more consistently enhance images for a better looking final product! My goal for this course is to teach you the proper and professional way to edit your photos, plus how to create amazing graphic design projects or compositions. I don't take shortcuts in my methods - I only recommend the best methods based on my 8 years of experience using GIMP and the recommendations that come straight from the creators of the GIMP photo editor. This comprehensive course will, in the end, allow you to focus on your artistic abilities when editing photos while also harnessing your newly-acquired technical knowledge of the GIMP program. Take the limitations and guesswork out of your photo editing and design process and create with confidence! Take your time with the course - there is not time limit for completing it and you'll get lifetime access once you enroll. Learn from one of the top GIMP-dedicated educators in the world - not someone who only teaches GIMP as a footnote to other programs like Photoshop. If you don't like the course, there is a 30 day money-back guarantee . However, I think you'll really enjoy it!

** Voted by students as one of Udemy's outstanding instructors of 2014 ** 'Bernie does it again' ... another brilliant course by one of the very best instructors on Udemy. (thanks Marie) 'Worthy of Ten Stars' (thanks Diane) Learn the fundamental principles and advanced concepts of using off-camera flash to take stunning portraits. This is a very comprehensive, practical photography course that covers everything you need to know. Just because there is enough light in a room or outside to take a photo, doesn't mean that it's great light.... Learn how to create beautiful light using small flashes. Follow me on 19 photo shoots, indoors and out Take stunning images on a small budget and in a small room. Learn the easy steps to getting your flash off your camera Discover the inexpensive equipment you need, with links to the gear Learn what modifiers do, and how they can make a significant difference. Understand the various triggering methods and which one suits you best Learn and understand the 5 aspects of off camera flash exposure Understand why Manual mode is best, and what makes it so easy Learn advance techniques, controlling backgrounds / multiple flashes / gels / light patterns / balancing ambient and flash light etc... Learn how High Speed Sync and ND filters can help to get better backgrounds outside Everything explained in detail, with a fun teaching style Be amazed at the results from my 'bonus' product photo shoot using a DIY box A powerful skill at your fingertips Advanced and professional photographers do not generally use any of the semi-automatic modes (e.g Aperture / Shutter Speed priority etc..) when shooting in a studio environment. This course will demonstrate why, and show you just how easy it is to use Manual modes for consistent exposures and how it can aid the learning process. Content and Overview  - Downloads are ENABLED for this course! The course goes right back to basics, but also covers advanced topics. You'll learn about the equipment, what to buy and what not to buy if on a tight budget. It demonstrates how to put the gear together, how to modify it, and shows various ways of triggering the flashes, Exposure is covered in great details, with one video on each of the 5 aspects of exposure. Come with me on these photo sessions, and watch as I talk through the camera and flash settings and take (mostly) great photos with (mostly) gorgeous models, using a fun teaching style. A bonus video on product photography is included, a DIY setup that can provide spectacular results.  Great for eBay or just making some money on the side. Designed for beginners (although not complete beginners), through to enthusiasts and professionals, on completing this course you'll have the knowledge and confidence to start taking beautifully lit portraits that will wow your family and friends. Modesty almost forbids me publishing some comments about my teaching style, taken from reviews of some of my other courses, but I overcame that, so here they are:- Bernie is really easy to listen to, and his videos were really entertaining and kept you listening. (I also like his accent!) Many online courses suffer from over prepared, monotonic boring voice overs but Bernie's style is a bit like having your mate round to show you how to do something. This even goes to leaving some bloopers in which makes it human and fun. Bernie is a hoot! He knows his material, presents it well, and is witty to boot. It's a great combination in a teacher. I love Bernie's approach. Such a great instructor, Bernie is an excellent teacher and his enthusiasm for photography is contagious. Bernie  is a fantastic tutor, Love it, love it, love it!!

**** Compatible with DJI Spark, Mavic Pro or Phantom 4 Drones **** Fly with confidence Fly safely and within your laws Fly without crashing or damaging your new drone Get silky smooth, cinematic videos, even if you're a beginner! Get a great value course with heaps of base and advanced content Get up and flying within a few hours all while knowing that you're not only flying within the law, but that you're not going to crash and have thousands of dollars go up in smoke. You'll be able to capture those silky smooth, cinematic videos you've all seen in no time plus you'll learn what to look out for and how to avoid the most common mistakes pilots make. DJI Drones: How To Become The Ultimate Pilot is brought to you by Alex, an Australian finance and technology writer that has been helping people crush their mortgages as well learn and get the best out of technology for over 5 years. This material is covered with simple steps and clear demonstrations of how to fly. With hours and hours of one on one videos comprised of 49 sections you'll learn exactly what buttons to press and the best way to use your drone. This course could very easily save you THOUSANDS of dollars by preventing you from crashing your drone or damaging it long term by doing the wrong thing. Best of all, this course will be with you right from the basics, all the way up to advanced flying modes and tips on how to perform cinematic video recording, panoramas and more. What You Will Get Lifetime Access 30-Day Money Back Guarantee 8.5+ Hours of Practical And Flying Videos Confidence that you know how to fly within the law A dedicated section on how to avoid crashing or damaging your drone A huge advantage over everyone else that will get you flying your drone fast The new ability to produce gorgeous, professional grade videos and photos Not just vague descriptions but specific, step-by-step instructions that cover everything What You Will Learn Why flying indoors often results in new pilots crashing their drone How to get those silky smooth videos that everyone loves to watch, even if you're new Special points that are unique to your drone on how to avoid long term damage The specifications of your drone and how complex they really are The reason there are so many restrictions on drones and where you can fly them A huge mistake many pilots make when storing their drone in the car and how to avoid it How to fly your drone to get the best videos and why most people fail What other great 3rd party apps are out there to get the most out of your drone Join this course 100% risk free today!

<< One of six digital photography courses by Villiers Steyn >> UPDATED in October 2020! ...and earning the status as the HOTTEST new course in this category in just 9 days! Do you want to take wildlife photographs like the pros? Master the most important technical and creative principles of wildlife photography and take wildlife photographs that are not only sharp, in focus and well-exposed, but also creative and beautifully composed. Take your wildlife photography skills to the next level! Learn what equipment is necessary and how to use it correctly; Master all the most important camera settings; Become aware of different light sources and how they influence the look of your wildlife photos; Develop and eye for striking composition and learn to look at your animal subjects and their surroundings with more creative eyes; and Increase your knowledge of animal behaviour, further improving your chances of getting that perfect shot. Content and Overview This course is divided into different sections, each consisting of a varying number of short and concise video lectures (typically between 4 and 8 minutes long) that cover specific aspects of wildlife photography. I use a carefully-chosen combination of clips, consisting of 1) me talking directly to you; 2) settings diagrams; 3) videos of wildlife; and 4) striking wildlife photographs. The lectures don't necessarily have to be watched in order. You can jump around and watch whatever catches your eye or specific lectures about topics that you know you are struggling with. THIS IS WHAT YOU WILL LEARN FROM THIS COURSE: What makes a good wildlife photograph! Four things you HAVE to get right plus my personal TOP 5 Wildlife Photography Trips. What Camera Equipment is best for Wildlife Photography: Choosing the right camera for the right situation - crop-factor vs full frame | entry-level vs professional. Which lenses to use for which photos - so that you can best capture a specific subject or scene. Why and when you should support your camera on tripods, monopods, bean bags and gimble heads. What extra gear to buy - laptop, external hard drives and camera bag. How and when to change Camera Settings: Choosing between Jpeg and RAW files - why you should be photographing in RAW! What camera mode is best for wildlife photography and what the difference is between them. The best go-to settings for wildlife photography and what they look like at different times of the day. How to take perfect wildlife portraits - thinking not only about your settings and subject, but also about the background. The importance of depth of field and how to calculate it using a depth of field calculator. How to never lose focus by choosing the right Auto Focus Mode and number of focus points . How to take photos in low light that are sharp and not too grainy. Why you should change exposure compensation instead of metering mode to get the perfect exposure. The importance of white balance in wildlife photography and how it influences the temperature of your images. How to capture birds in flight ...finally! Capture movement in your photos, including those highly sought-after panning shots! What settings to use when you photograph animals at night. How Light influences your photos: How to take colourful, representative images in front light . How to highlight detail and texture in side light . How to capture dramatic back light images that contain silhouettes and golden rim light. How to make the most of harsh light in the middle of the day. How to take photos in diffused light on overcast days. How to use flash light and spot lights effectively for animals. What perfect Composition is: How to zoom out and capture animals in their environment. When to zoom in and photograph animal body parts for striking close-ups full of detail . Why it's so important to leave enough space around your subjects. How and when to change your angle for the most striking results. When to turn your camera vertically for optimal composition. How to become a more Creative wildlife photographer: How and when to take black & white photos . What the difference is between high key and low key photos and why they are so impactful. Why blurring the foreground is just as effective and important as blurring the background. Look for repetition, natural frames, scale and reflections to make your photos more creative. How to tell a story with your wildlife photographs. The importance of understanding Animal Behaviour Why you should always do research about your destination . How knowing your subject's habits increase your chances of getting better photos. Why it helps to look for relaxed animals . Why your hit rate will increase dramatically if you go with a guide . Please take a moment to view the course Promo Video, as well as those lectures that have been made available as free previews. Keep in mind, if you're not happy with the material, there's a 30-day no-questions-asked full money back guarantee! So don't hesitate and enrol today, because my personal guarantee to you is that by the end of this course your wildlife photography WILL be on a whole new level...! “Villiers's presentation skills are superb and better than anything else I've attended or enrolled in before. Not only is his technical knowledge of his subject outstanding, but he is also willing to share practical advice accumulated over years." Helgard de Preez – South Africa

Hooray! The Nik Collection is back with us and ready to help you create amazing images. It's long been the secret weapon of many professional photographers and designers, and this course will help you unlock it's potential. In a series of tutorials, I'll show you how to combine filters to come up with your own signature look. I'll show you potential problems and things to watch for when you create new recipes. I'll also show you the right way to adapt your new recipes to meet the needs of different images. But also I'll be teaching you to think outside the box. I'll give you ideas for what to do with your images before you feed them into the Nik Collection, and what to do with them when they come out. It's so easy when you learn a package as powerful as the Nik Collection to get the feeling that it is doing the talking for you. Well, we'll change that. By using the principles outlined in this course and practicing, pretty soon you will be telling the Nik Collection what look you want. You'll be making it work for you. You'll be creating flexible recipes. You'll be making your photos shine!