The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide to Outdoor Photography – 2018

Shoot and edit beautiful urban and nature photos. Capture street photos, cityscapes, sunsets, portraits, and more!

Created by: Josh Katz
Photographer + Influencer

What Will I Learn?

• Shoot beautiful, dynamic images in cities and nature
• Get comfortable with your camera’s manual settings
• Choose the best affordable camera gear
• Identify and photograph compositional elements
• Understand optimal lighting (when / where to shoot)
• Market your work, gain a following, impress clients, and sell prints
• Build a strong photo portfolio website
• Edit your shots in Lightroom

Requirements

• This course starts from the VERY beginning of a photographer’s journey – no prior knowledge necessary. All you need is an interest in photography and outdoor adventures.
• Any camera with manual settings will work for this course: DSLRs, point & shoots, and smartphones are all OK. While DSLR photography is the course’s primary focus, I’ve included tons of tips for smartphone photographers.
• You’ll learn how to edit photos using Lightroom Classic (month-long free trials are available). No need to have this software downloaded in advance. I’ll walk you through a step-by-step tutorial for how to install and use this software on your computer. I’ll also be suggesting free alternative apps for DSLR and smartphone photography editing.

Target audience

• Beginners and hobbyists who are eager to devote themselves to photography but aren’t sure where to start
• You own a camera or are considering buying one, but aren’t too sure how to use it effectively
• You want quick, actionable advice to go outside and start shooting immediately. This course is fast-paced with actionable tips and lots of exercises.
• You want to turn your interest in photography into a business by starting a website and selling prints
• This course is a beginner level foundation in photography. It is not a good fit for intermediate or advanced level photographers.