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Cinematic Lighting for Portraiture (Self-Paced)
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Lift your portrait photography by locking in cinematic lighting methods that bring scenes to life. Learn how to think like a filmmaker, put motivated lighting to work, frame and layer your shots, and lift your images through in-camera and post-production strategies so you can put together striking, inventive portraits.
All levels
18 and older
Wedding Photography Problems and Solutions (Self-Paced)
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Gain practical strategies for working through common wedding photography challenges with confidence. Learn how to pose subjects, find the best lighting, and quickly read the room, turning potential obstacles into opportunities for striking, polished images.
All levels
18 and older
Mastering Photographic Composition and Visual Storytelling (Self-Paced)
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Unlock your creative vision and lift your photography by locking in composition and visual storytelling skills. Learn how to see past the camera, craft compelling narratives, and put artistic methods to work that turn every shot into a powerful, expressive image.
Beginner
18 and older
Adobe Illustrator CC: The Complete Guide (Self-Paced)
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Transform simple shapes into sophisticated design work. Adobe Illustrator CC offers powerful vector graphics capabilities, but many users never discover all the features that separate good design from exceptional results. This comprehensive course systematically builds your Illustrator mastery from fundamentals through advanced techniques. Skills You Will Develop: Essential drawing tools and editing capabilities for creating complex graphics...
All levels
18 and older
Modern Women's Portraiture (Self-Paced)
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See how to bring home authentic beauty and style in women's portraits through insights from world-class fashion and glamour photographers. Learn expert methods spanning lighting, retouching, posing, and client communication to deliver striking, memorable images that resonate across generations.
All levels
18 and older
The Wedding Story: Capture Creative and Authentic Photos (Self-Paced)
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Learn how to capture weddings with creativity and authenticity by zeroing in on each couple's distinctive story. See methods for pre-wedding planning, location scouting, natural moments, and compelling portraits, while locking in composition, lighting, and storytelling to put together timeless, personalized imagery.
All levels
18 and older
Story on a Plate: Food Photography & Styling (Self-Paced)
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See how to photograph food as a visual narrative, bringing home flavor, seasonality, and mood in every frame. Learn how to put natural light to work in real settings and apply simple styling moves that keep dishes fresh and believable. Put together images that pull in clients and collaborators while strengthening your creative voice.
All levels
18 and older
Understanding Light & Light Modifiers (Self-Paced)
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Professional studio lighting requires understanding not just equipment, but the fundamental principles governing how light behaves and how different modifiers shape light quality. This comprehensive course breaks down lighting concepts into clear, understandable language and demonstrates how each principle applies to practical lighting scenarios. After This Course, You'll Be Able To: Use professional lighting vocabulary to discuss light...
All levels
18 and older
Fulfill Your Creative Purpose (Self-Paced)
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Look at how to line up your creativity with purpose while building a sustainable, profitable artistic practice. The experience walks you through clarifying your values, focusing your talents, and building a clear action plan for financial success. Pick up practical insight, renewed confidence, and the clarity needed to move past obstacles and pursue meaningful creative work.
All levels
18 and older
Creating Painterly Photographs (Self-Paced)
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Look at creative methods that turn nature photographs into expressive, painterly works of art. Learn how to put in-camera methods, creative lenses, and post-processing tools to work in spotlighting texture, movement, and mood. Put together images that feel more like impressionistic paintings than traditional photographs.
All levels
18 and older
Fine Art Nude Photography (Self-Paced)
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Learn how to capture the human form with elegance and artistic vision. Look at methods in lighting, posing, and composition while locking in effective communication and directing skills. Grow the confidence to put together tasteful, expressive fine art nude photography that spotlights beauty and form.
All levels
18 and older
Nature and Landscape Photography (Self-Paced)
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Capture the beauty of the natural world through expert guidance in composition, lighting, and camera methods. Learn how to put together striking landscape and nature photographs that spotlight detail, depth, and atmosphere. Build the skills to confidently photograph any environment and lift your visual storytelling.
All levels
18 and older
Wired for Story: How to Become a Story Genius (Self-Paced)
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See how to craft stories that resonate by grasping what readers are genuinely wired to crave. Get comfortable with a clear, practical method for developing richer characters, stronger drafts, and more compelling narratives. Grow your confidence and write stories that engage and shift your audience.
All levels
18 and older
Adobe Photoshop CC: The Complete Guide (Self-Paced)
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Build confidence in Photoshop by picking up powerful editing tools through clear, step-by-step coaching. Discover how to lift images through Camera Raw, make precise selections, retouch problem areas, and automate tasks for a faster workflow. Build the skills to put together polished, professional-quality images.
All levels
18 and older
Capturing Story in Portrait Photography (Self-Paced)
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Move past traditional portraits by learning how to turn personal stories into meaningful, creative images. Look at concept development, set design, and advanced methods like compositing and double exposures. Put together portraits with depth and emotion that resonate across all ages and stages of life.
All levels
18 and older
Understanding Light (Self-Paced)
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Lay down a strong foundation in lighting so you can put together consistently powerful images. Get comfortable reading, shaping, and controlling natural and artificial light through practical tools and methods. Grow the confidence to light effectively in studio and on-location settings for more intentional, creative results.
All levels
18 and older
The Art of Photographing Birds (Self-Paced)
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Learn about the beauty and personality of birds through expert guidance from a seasoned wildlife photographer. Pick up essential camera settings, lens methods, and how to anticipate bird behavior so you can put together striking portraits, flight shots, and flocks. Grow the skills to put together dynamic, engaging bird photography that stands out.
All levels
18 and older
Location Lighting 101 (Self-Paced)
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Learn outdoor lighting and capture striking images in any environment. Learn how to work with flashes, reflectors, and speedlights while moving through glare, shadows, and shifting sunlight. Get an understanding of practical methods so you can confidently reach professional-quality results on every location shoot.
All levels
18 and older
The Art of Flower Photography (Self-Paced)
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Capture the beauty and distinctiveness of flowers through expert guidance on composition, lighting, and method. Learn how to spotlight textures, colors, and forms while minimizing distractions so you can put together striking, memorable images. Grow the skills to photograph flowers creatively, from single blooms to full fields, with confidence.
All levels
18 and older
The Business of Professional Headshots (Self-Paced)
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Learn how to turn professional headshots into a thriving photography business. Discover essential gear, posing methods, and six key corporate headshot styles, while locking in client management, retouching, and image delivery. Build the skills to confidently pull in clients and produce polished, professional results.
All levels
18 and older
