iPhone Photography

This online photography course will teach you everything you need to know to become a professional digital photographer with nothing more than an iPhone or similar smartphone. It is designed to keep you engaged and hone your skills for taking your pictures to the next level.

My #1 rule in photography is 10% gear / 90% knowledge. So if you know HOW to be a great photographer and know what to look for, you will be able to take amazing pictures with almost anything.

This course is designed for:

-Beginners that have little to no experience and want to become a skilled photographer without spending thousands of dollars on expensive camera equipment.

-Anyone that wants to develop a more impressive portfolio or social media account (i.e. Instagram).

-Anyone that wants to make professional digital photography into an exciting career.

You'll learn all the basics of professional iPhone photography in this course as well as plenty of tips and tricks that you can use during every day shooting to make your photos stand out from the rest. This course gets straight to the point with the most useful and practical information so that you can get out shooting as quickly as possible.

Here's some of what you will learn:

-How to take stunning photos by utilizing shot composition.

-How to optimize your iPhone camera settings for taking the best photos.

-How to create depth in your photography

-How/Why the best photographers tell stories in their photos.

-How to utilize surrounding light to properly light your subjects

-How to professionally edit photos in Lightroom (free) on your iPhone.

-Tips, tricks, and much more.

About the instructor:

I've been in the field of photography and videography for 9+ years and have my Bachelors of Science degree in Film from Full Sail University. I'm an award winning Youtuber and make a living with photography/videography using my iPhone and looking forward to sharing my knowledge to help you capture the most stunning photos possible.

What's inside

Learning objectives

How to replicate professional digital photography with your iphone.
How to take stunning photos by utilizing shot composition.
How to optimize iphone settings for taking the best photos.
How to professionally edit photos with lightroom (free) on your iphone.

How to utilize surrounding light to propely light your subjects.
How/why the best photographers tell stories in their photos.
How to take more impactful photos of people, landscapes, architecture, and more.

How to replicate professional digital photography with your iphone.
How to take stunning photos by utilizing shot composition.
How to optimize iphone settings for taking the best photos.
How to professionally edit photos with lightroom (free) on your iphone.
How to utilize surrounding light to propely light your subjects.
How/why the best photographers tell stories in their photos.
How to take more impactful photos of people, landscapes, architecture, and more.

Syllabus

iPhone Photography Introduction

Who Are You and What Am I Going to Learn?

What Actually is Photography?

Optimize your iphone settings for taking the best pictures.

Traffic lights

Read about what's good

what should give you pause

and possible dealbreakers

Develops basic skills in photography and editing with an iPhone, allowing learners to take higher quality photos without spending money on expensive equipment

Examines a variety of common photographic techniques, such as composition, lighting, and editing, which are useful across experience levels and photographic interests

Taught by an award-winning photographer and videographer with experience in the field and a degree in film

Emphasizes practical skills in order to get learners shooting as quickly as possible

Teaches learners how to utilize free editing software on their iPhones

May require students to purchase software or a subscription for the Lightroom app

Reviews summary

Iphone photography: unlock pro-level shots

According to learners, this course is an excellent starting point for anyone looking to master iPhone photography. Students frequently highlight its practical, actionable tips that lead to immediate improvement in photo quality. The instructor's clear explanations and focus on core photography concepts like composition and light are highly praised. While it effectively guides beginners to take stunning photos and professionally edit them using Lightroom, some may find the 'professional' aspect more aligned with significantly improved amateur photography rather than a full career path without further advanced study, making its "professional" scope a point of consideration for advanced users.

Course content is straight to the point, no time wasted.

"The course was very direct and didn't waste my time."

"I appreciated that it got straight to the most useful information."

"Bite-sized lessons made it easy to consume and apply quickly."

Instructor delivers content clearly and expertly, with passion.

"The instructor's passion for iPhone photography really comes through."

"His explanations were concise and he made complex ideas simple."

"I appreciated the real-world examples and practical demonstrations."

Offers a strong foundation in essential shooting and editing techniques.

"The modules on composition and lighting were eye-opening and fundamental."

"Learning to edit professionally in Lightroom on my iPhone was a game-changer."

"I now understand how to tell stories with my photos, not just snap them."

Accessible for those new to photography, building foundational skills.

"As a beginner, I found the explanations incredibly clear and easy to follow."

"This course is perfect if you have little to no experience with photography."

"I never thought I could take good photos with just my iPhone, but this proved me wrong."

Provides immediate, applicable techniques for better photos.

"I learned practical tips that I could immediately apply to my iPhone photography."

"The course gets straight to the point with useful information, exactly what I needed."

"I can already see a noticeable improvement in my photos after applying these tricks."

May not fully meet 'professional' expectations for advanced users.

"While I learned a lot, I wouldn't call myself a 'professional' photographer after this course. It's more about elevating amateur skills."

"The title 'professional' might be a bit of a stretch, but it definitely improved my photo quality significantly."

"It's a fantastic beginner's guide to great iPhone photos, but advanced users might need more depth for a career."

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in iPhone Photography | Take Professional Photos On Your iPhone with these activities:

Read The Photographer's Eye by Michael Freeman

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Understand foundational principles of photography to enhance your understanding of iPhone photography techniques.

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Purchase the book.
Read the book's introduction and conclusion.
Read the book's chapters on composition, light, and color.
Complete the exercises at the end of each chapter.

Use the iPhone camera settings to capture better photos

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Follow tutorials to learn about the iPhone camera settings, including how to optimize them for different shooting scenarios.

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Find a tutorial on iPhone camera settings
Follow the steps in the tutorial to adjust your camera settings
Take photos using the new settings

Become a mentor for beginner iPhone photographers

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Share your knowledge and help other people learn about iPhone photography by becoming a mentor.

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Create a blog or social media account about iPhone photography
Offer one-on-one mentoring sessions
Join a photography community and share your knowledge

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Career center

Learners who complete iPhone Photography | Take Professional Photos On Your iPhone will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Photographer

Photographers, also called digital photographers, take and process photographs with the help of various imaging technologies, not just digital cameras. Developing photography skills will almost certainly aid a photographer in his or her profession. With this course, a photographer can improve their skills on digital photography, including shot composition, camera settings, and photo editing, all with an iPhone or similar smartphone. Thus, this course is recommended for photographers to advance in their career.

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Photo Editor

Photo editors alter and manipulate photographs for print and digital publications. The digital aspect of this career makes this course an excellent fit. A photo editor will learn how to professionally edit photos using Lightroom, which is an industry standard, even on an iPhone.

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Multimedia Artist and Animator

Multimedia artists and animators create digital and physical content for the film, video, and video game industries. The course will teach storytelling through photos, a skill that can translate well into a variety of multimedia content. Additionally, this course may help you develop a portfolio for your work.

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Web Developer

Web developers design and create websites and web applications. They are responsible for the look and feel of a website, as well as its functionality. This course will help teach elements of digital design and the visual component of websites and web applications, which could be useful for web developers with no design background.

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Art Director

Art directors oversee the visual style and concepts of a variety of projects. They work with clients, photographers, and other creatives to bring their vision to life. This course can help you develop the visual eye and aesthetic taste that is needed to be an art director, as well as expand a portfolio of your work.

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Marketing Manager

Marketing managers develop and execute marketing plans to promote products and services. They work with a variety of teams to create and implement marketing campaigns. Digital and visual marketing is a major facet in modern marketing. This course can help you build a foundation in how to create compelling visual content for marketing purposes.

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Media Planner

Media planners develop and implement media plans to reach target audiences. They work with a variety of media outlets to place ads and other marketing materials. This course may be helpful for media planners who need to understand how to create and edit compelling images to use in their media campaigns.

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Social Media Manager

Social media managers develop and execute social media strategies to promote brands and businesses. They work with a variety of social media platforms to create and post content. This course can help you develop the skills to create engaging visual content for social media.

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Content Creator

Content creators develop and create content for a variety of platforms, including blogs, websites, and social media. They work with a variety of tools to create visual, written, and audio content. This course may be helpful for content creators who want to improve their photography and visual storytelling skills.

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Graphic Designer

Graphic designers create visual concepts, using computer software or by hand, to communicate ideas that inspire, inform, and captivate consumers. While the course primarily focuses on photography, it may be helpful for building a foundation in visual design principles.

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Architect

Architects design and create buildings, homes, and other structures. While the course is not directly related to architecture, it may help develop a foundational understanding of composition, perspective, and the psychology behind visual storytelling, which could translate into creating more effective building designs.

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Fashion Designer

Fashion designers create clothing, accessories, and other fashion items. While the course is not directly related to fashion design, it may help develop a foundational understanding of composition, storytelling, and the psychology behind visual storytelling, which could translate into creating more effective fashion designs.

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Interior designer

Interior designers create and design the interior of buildings and homes. While the course is not directly related to interior design, it may help develop a foundational understanding of composition, perspective, and the psychology behind visual storytelling, which could translate into creating more effective interior designs.

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Film Director

Film directors oversee the creative and technical aspects of film and video productions. While the course is not directly related to film directing, it may help develop a foundational understanding of composition, storytelling, and the psychology behind visual storytelling, which could translate into creating more effective films and videos.

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User Experience Designer

User experience designers create and design the user interface and user experience of websites, apps, and other digital products. While the course is not directly related to user experience design, it may help develop a foundational understanding of composition, perspective, and the psychology behind visual storytelling, which could translate into creating more effective user experiences.

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