Free Course Image Studio Lighting for Photography

Free online courseStudio Lighting for Photography

Duration of the online course: 7 hours and 1 minutes

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Master studio lighting essentials in this free online photography course, featuring expert tips and techniques for stunning portraits and product photography.

In this free course, learn about

  • Core Studio Lighting Modifiers and Light Control
  • Specialized Lighting Modifiers and Accessories
  • Portrait Lighting Techniques and Setups

Course Description

Explore the art of photography with the comprehensive course Studio Lighting for Photography by Visual Education. This free online course offers detailed lessons on mastering studio lighting essentials, perfect for aspiring and experienced photographers alike. Dive into the world of bare bulbs, standard reflectors, and more with specialized content designed to enhance your lighting skills.

Discover the importance of the Octabox 150 and Octabox 75, two must-have modifiers for creating stunning visual effects. Learn about the benefits and drawbacks of using a white shoot-through umbrella, and explore the versatility of the deep umbrella 160 for budget-friendly solutions. The course also unveils the beauty and utility of the stripbox, silver umbrella, and beauty dish, each offering unique enhancements to your photographic projects.

Understand the deeper aspects of lighting with lessons on parabolic modifiers, honeycomb grids, and snoot lighting to avoid common mistakes. The course also delves into the flexibility of Fresnel lenses, the innovative use of picolites, and the magical effects of projection attachments for creative photography.

Gain professional insights into photography with lessons on diffusion materials for achieving perfect gradient lighting and explore the magic of the Para 222 modifier. The course reveals the secrets of using heavy-duty softboxes for impressive lighting techniques. Enhance your portrait lighting skills with pro tips for breathtaking results, including strategies for transforming simple two-light setups into stunning portraits without expensive gear.

The course is a treasure trove of knowledge, offering step-by-step guidance for various photography styles, including product and food photography, creative portrait photography, and more. Perfect your techniques for capturing the elegance of wine bottles or the allure of luxury bottle product photography. With expert tips for shooting stunning beauty and male portraits, this course is an invaluable resource for photographers looking to elevate their craft.

Course content

  • Video class: Studio Lighting Essentials | Bare Bulbs, Standard Reflectors and More! ???? 12m
  • Exercise: What is the primary function of a reflector in studio lighting?
  • Video class: Octabox 150: Why Every Photographer Needs One! | Studio Lighting Essentials ???? 16m
  • Exercise: What is the primary purpose of an Octabox 150 in photography?
  • Video class: Should You Use A White Shoot-Through Umbrella? (Pros Cons Detailed) ? 11m
  • Exercise: What is a key disadvantage of using a white shoot-through umbrella compared to a softbox in studio lighting?
  • Video class: Octabox 75: Why I Love This Modifier | Studio Lighting Essentials ???? 11m
  • Exercise: What is a key advantage of using the Octabox 75 for male portraits?
  • Video class: Deep Umbrella 160: Beautiful Results on a Budget | Studio Lighting Essentials 10m
  • Exercise: What is a key difference between the 160cm white reflective umbrella and the OCTA box 150?
  • Video class: Why This Stripbox Is My Favourite Modifier | Studio Lighting Essentials 11m
  • Exercise: What is a noted advantage of the 120x30cm softbox?
  • Video class: Silver Umbrella: Best Budget Modifier? | Studio Lighting Essentials 12m
  • Exercise: What is the main advantage of using an 80 cm silver umbrella over a larger one?
  • Video class: Beauty Dish Studio Lighting: How to Create Dramatic Portraits 10m
  • Exercise: What is considered the best value beauty modifier for beauty photography?
  • Video class: Deep Focus 110 Umbrella: Worth the Money? | Studio Lighting Essentials 08m
  • Exercise: What is a key benefit of using a deep focus umbrella in studio lighting?
  • Video class: Mastering Light: Unveiling the Secrets of Parabolic Modifiers ???? 24m
  • Exercise: What makes parabolic lighting modifiers special in photography?
  • Video class: From Forensic Photography to Fine Art Portraits: The Versatility of the Ring Flash ???? ???? 12m
  • Exercise: Which Lighting Modifier is Integrated with the Flash Unit and Often Creates a Halo Shadow Effect?
  • Video class: Replicate 'Satellite Staro' Lighting in Your Photography: Pro Tips for Stellar Shots! 09m
  • Exercise: Which lighting modifier gives a unique filmic tone?
  • Video class: Honeycomb Grids - Like a Secret Weapon for Professional Photographers 11m
  • Exercise: What is the primary function of a honeycomb grid in photography?
  • Video class: Snoot Lighting: My BIG MISTAKE Using This Light Modifier! ?? ???? 09m
  • Exercise: What is a key characteristic of using a snoot as a lighting modifier?
  • Video class: The Flexibility of Fresnel Lenses: Beautiful Lighting for Photography and Cinematography 14m
  • Exercise: What is a key feature of a Fresnel lens in lighting?
  • Video class: Unveiling the Secrets of Picolites in Photography Studio Settings ???? 10m
  • Exercise: What is a primary benefit of using a lamp head that plugs into a power pack?
  • Video class: Transform Your Photography: How to Use Projection Attachments for Stunning Effects ???? 08m
  • Exercise: What is the primary function of a projection attachment in photography?
  • Video class: Diffusion Material | The Ultimate Guide to Achieving Perfect Gradient Lighting ???? 07m
  • Exercise: What is a key benefit of using diffusion material in studio photography?
  • Video class: Unveiling the Magic: The Para 222 Modifier 15m
  • Exercise: What is the main use of the par 222 lighting modifier?
  • Video class: Mastering Light: The Heavyweight Champion of Softboxes Revealed! ???? 07m
  • Exercise: What is a key feature of the 120x180 softbox discussed?
  • Video class: Mastering Portrait Lighting: Pro Tips for Jaw-Dropping Results! 17m
  • Exercise: What lighting technique creates the softest light possible with minimal lights?
  • Video class: Stunning Portraits with a Simple Two-Light Setup: No Expensive Gear Needed! 03m
  • Exercise: What is the main focus of the photography setup described?
  • Video class: Understanding Flash Sync Speeds 08m
  • Exercise: What is the primary advantage of a global shutter in modern cameras?
  • Video class: Transform Your Product Photography | Top 5 Expert Tips for Stunning Results 14m
  • Exercise: What is the importance of studying the product in product photography?
  • Video class: Mastering Luxury Bottle Product Photography - Stunning Remy Martin Cognac Photo Breakdown! 11m
  • Exercise: What technique was used to control the brightness of the reflection on the black acrylic surface?
  • Video class: Step-by-Step Guide to Creative Portrait Photography Lighting with Karl Taylor 13m
  • Exercise: How was the red glow on the model's face achieved?
  • Video class: How to Master Lighting Techniques for Stunning Beauty Photography with Karl Taylor 08m
  • Exercise: What is the main characteristic of the lighting setup used in this beauty photography shoot?
  • Video class: Why the Beauty Dish Still Reigns Supreme in Portrait Photography 18m
  • Exercise: What lighting modifier is known for its sculpting light in beauty photography?
  • Video class: The Secret to Bold Male Portraits | Portrait Lighting Techniques You Didn't Know! 20m
  • Exercise: What lighting tool is used to control light spread on the model?
  • Video class: Elegant Female Portraits | The Secrets to Stunning Light Control 20m
  • Exercise: What lighting technique can create a dramatic effect in black and white portraiture?
  • Video class: Master the Art of Red Wine Bottle Product Photography: Pro Lighting Techniques 23m
  • Exercise: What is the advantage of using diffusion material in lighting a wine bottle?
  • Video class: Are You Making These Common Food Photography Mistakes? (How to shoot food photography) 25m
  • Exercise: How can you reduce brightness disparities in product photography?

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