Quick Facts
- Duration: 83 minutes
- Level: Intermediate
- Prerequisites: Basic camera operation knowledge, Access to a camera (DSLR or smartphone), Adobe Photoshop (for editing)
- Instructor: Brandon Woelfel, Professional photographer with 3M+ Instagram followers
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Is This Course Right For You?
Ideal For
- Aspiring photographers - Looking to develop a unique editing style
- Social media content creators - Wanting to improve their photography and editing skills
- Portrait photographers - Seeking to add creative techniques to their workflow
Not Recommended If
- Advanced photographers seeking technical camera instruction
- Those without basic Photoshop knowledge
- Photographers focused purely on documentary-style work
Key Learning Outcomes
- Create magical, shareable portraits with creative lighting
- Master Brandon's signature editing style in Photoshop
- Develop creative concepts that maximize surroundings
- Build engaging social media presence through photography
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How You'll Learn
Teaching Style Distribution
- Video Lectures: 30%
- Hands-on Practice: 40%
- Interactive Elements: 10%
- Projects/Assignments: 20%
Primary Learning Methods
- Method1: Live demonstration - Real-time shooting and editing demonstrations, example: Golden hour portrait session walkthrough
- Method2: Step-by-step editing - Detailed Photoshop workflow explanation, example: Color grading and effects application
- Method3: Project-based learning - Practical application through photo assignments, example: Creating dreamy portraits with props
Best Suited Learning Styles
- Visual learners
- Hands-on practitioners
- Creative experimenters
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Content Depth Analysis
Major Topics
1. Photo Shooting Techniques (35% of course)
- Depth Level: Intermediate
- Key Components:
- Golden hour shooting
- Night photography
- Creative lighting
- Prop usage
- Main Takeaways: Key learnings
2. Post-Processing (45% of course)
- Depth Level: Advanced
- Key Components:
- Camera Raw editing
- Photoshop techniques
- Color grading
- Special effects
- Main Takeaways: Key learnings
3. Social Media Strategy (20% of course)
- Depth Level: Intermediate
- Key Components:
- Instagram optimization
- Caption writing
- Building engagement
- Content planning
- Main Takeaways: Key learnings
Coverage Overview
Comprehensive Coverage
- Post-Processing
- Photo Shooting Techniques
Foundational Coverage
- Social Media Strategy
Limited Coverage
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Skill Development Path
Required Starting Point
Must Have:
- Basic camera operation skills
- Fundamental Photoshop knowledge
- Instagram account
Helpful to Have:
- Portrait photography experience
- Understanding of light
- Creative eye for composition
Development Stages
1. Foundation Phase
Skills Developed:
- Location scouting
- Model direction
- Lighting assessment
Practical Outcomes:
- Ability to plan and execute creative photo shoots
- Understanding of optimal shooting conditions
2. Advanced Phase
Skills Developed:
- Advanced color grading
- Creative effect application
- Social media optimization
Practical Outcomes:
- Creation of signature editing style
- Engaging social media presence
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Success Factors
Keys to Success
Preparation Steps
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