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Digital Photography III

Price

$700 per person

Duration

20 Hours





Digital Photography III


Course Overview:


1. Advanced Camera Mastery

  • Mastering manual mode for complete creative control

  • Working with advanced metering modes and autofocus systems

  • Understanding dynamic range, white balance, and histogram analysis

  • Techniques for challenging shooting conditions (extreme low light, high contrast)


2. Advanced Composition and Visual Storytelling

  • Complex composition techniques: symmetry, balance, and the rule of odds

  • Using lines, shapes, and textures to enhance storytelling

  • Creative framing, cropping, and the power of negative space

  • Practical exercises focused on capturing emotion and narrative through photography


3. Introduction to Studio Lighting Techniques

  • Advanced overview of studio lighting equipment: strobes, continuous lights, softboxes, grids

  • Key lighting setups for portraits, products, and creative shots (3-point lighting, high-key, low-key)

  • Understanding light modifiers: beauty dishes, reflectors, flags, and scrims

  • Using gels and color to create mood and dramatic effects

  • Controlling shadows, highlights, and texture for professional results

  • Hands-on practice with multiple-light setups in a studio environment


4. Advanced Portraiture and Studio Photography

  • Fine-tuning lighting for different skin tones, textures, and features

  • Directing models and subjects to capture authentic expressions

  • Creative lighting techniques: silhouette, rim lighting, and split lighting

  • Studio workflow: managing backgrounds, props, and camera positioning for product photography

  • Posing techniques for individuals, couples, and groups in studio environments

  • Creating editorial and commercial-style images


5. Advanced Post-Processing with Adobe Lightroom & Photoshop

  • Advanced color grading, tone curves, and selective adjustments in Lightroom

  • Precision retouching techniques in Photoshop (blemish removal, frequency separation, dodge & burn)

  • Blending images, creating composites, and fine-tuning details

  • Creating professional workflows for consistency and speed

  • Exporting for high-resolution prints, digital portfolios, and client deliveries


6. Final Project and Critique Session

  • Completion of a final portfolio-worthy project, focusing on advanced lighting and composition

  • Peer review and critique of the final project

  • One-on-one feedback from the instructor to fine-tune skills and develop a professional style

  • Discussion of career paths and next steps in professional photography


What You’ll Learn:

  • Full mastery of manual camera settings and control over exposure, focus, and metering in any scenario

  • Advanced compositional techniques to create impactful, emotionally engaging photographs

  • Comprehensive knowledge of studio lighting setups, equipment, and modifiers for professional work

  • Techniques for advanced portraiture, commercial, and editorial photography in a controlled studio environment

  • Post-processing skills in Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop for retouching, compositing, and finalizing images

  • Confidence to manage complex lighting setups and direct subjects with ease in a professional studio



What You’ll Gain:


Upon completion of this advanced course, students will have developed the skills needed to create professional-quality photographs in a variety of settings, particularly in the studio. Participants will not only master advanced technical concepts and creative techniques, but they will also leave with a polished portfolio and the confidence to work in commercial photography, portraiture, or creative projects. This course is ideal for photographers looking to break into the professional space or elevate their existing work to a new level of excellence.

Your Instructor

Rom Avendano

Rom Avendano

Rom Avendano is a passionate photographer based in Hawaii, known for capturing stunning natural landscapes and candid, emotive moments. With a unique blend of technical expertise and artistic vision, Rom specializes in wedding photography, documentary-style videography, drone photography and creative outdoor shoots. His ability to tell stories through his lens, coupled with a deep connection to the Hawaiian landscape, allows him to deliver memorable and timeless images for his clients. Rom's dedication to his craft and personal touch ensures that every session is a truly special experience.

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