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Fabio Bustamante

In this course you'll learn a lighting technique for interiors photography that I developed over the years. I call this technique Creative Lighting.

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In this course you'll learn a lighting technique for interiors photography that I developed over the years. I call this technique Creative Lighting.

Creative Lighting gives you the most precise control over light you could possibly imagine. I’m talking surgical precision here, trust me. Lighting your scenes creatively makes you step from the realm of technical challenge into the realm of ultimate creative freedom, and these are completely different worlds. The technical drama suddenly becomes a white canvas for your imagination.

Think about shooting products in the studio. In the studio there's no such a thing as the "available light". You don't use the light coming through the windows to light your product. You build the light from scratch, with all the freedom in the world, limited only by your imagination. But... what if you could enjoy this freedom while shooting interior scenes too? Well, this is what I'm gonna teach you here. In this course you'll learn how to master light in a way you never thought even possible. You'll learn how to make light behave the way you want, even interact the way you want.

This, of course, will open the doors for all kind of architectural and real estate, but specially for commercial, advertising interiors photography - and that's where you'll find some of the highest paying jobs.

The knowledge you'll acquire here will add some extremely powerful tools to your professional toolbox, trust me. It's gonna change the way you look at interiors - even at products photography. So join me in this course, learn Creative Lighting and widen your professional horizons right now.

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Teaches Creative Lighting, a Fabio Bustamante technique for precise lighting in interior scenes
Develops professional skills for commercial and advertising interior photography, where high-paying jobs are available
Intended for interior photographers and architectural photographers
Taught by Fabio Bustamante, a recognized interior photography expert
Provides a strong foundation for beginners and strengthens an existing foundation for intermediate learners in interior photography

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Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Creative Lighting for Interiors Photography with these activities:
Review shutter speed
Recall and practice the adjustment of shutter speed to prepare for deeper study on the fine-tuning of Creative Lighting.
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  • Look up tutorials on shutter speed
  • Set shutter speed on your camera
  • Shoot a few practice shots
Review ISO
Recall and practice the adjustment of ISO to prepare for deeper study on the fine-tuning of Creative Lighting.
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  • Look up tutorials on ISO
  • Set ISO on your camera
  • Shoot a few practice shots
Watch tutorials on exposure triangle
Review the concepts of the exposure triangle to fully understand the nuances of Creative Lighting.
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  • Find tutorials on exposure triangle
  • Take notes on the key concepts
  • Try out the techniques in practice
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Read 'Lighting Interiors' by Michael Freeman
Expand your knowledge of interior lighting principles and techniques by exploring this in-depth guide.
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  • Purchase or borrow a copy of the book
  • Dedicate specific reading time
  • Take notes and highlight key concepts
Shoot interiors using natural light
Experiment with interior photography using various available light sources to gain a practical foundation.
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  • Plan shoot locations with ample natural light
  • Set up your camera and adjust settings
  • Experiment with different lighting angles
  • Review and refine your shots
Shoot interiors using artificial light
Practice interior photography using artificial light sources to gain a deeper understanding of lighting control.
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  • Plan shoot locations with artificial light sources
  • Set up your camera and adjust settings
  • Experiment with different lighting techniques
  • Review and refine your shots
Critique each other's interior lighting shots
Provide and receive feedback on interior lighting shots to enhance your understanding and refine your skills.
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  • Post your interior shots to a discussion forum
  • Provide feedback to at least two other students
  • Incorporate feedback into your own shots
Create a portfolio of interior lighting shots
Demonstrate your mastery of interior lighting by creating a portfolio that showcases your best work.
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  • Plan and organize your shoots
  • Capture a variety of interior shots using different lighting techniques
  • Select and edit your best shots
  • Compile your portfolio in a professional format

Career center

Learners who complete Creative Lighting for Interiors Photography will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:
Lighting Technician
Lighting Technicians design and operate lighting systems for stage productions, television, and film. Creative Lighting for Interiors Photography can help build a foundation for lighting design. This course will teach you about different types of light fixtures and their uses. This knowledge is essential for lighting technicians.
Real Estate Photographer
Real Estate Photographers create images of properties for marketing and sales. Creative Lighting for Interiors Photography can help build a foundation for shooting real estate interiors. This course will teach you about how to create staged and natural looking photographs. This knowledge is necessary for highlighting the best features of a room.
Lighting Designer
Lighting Designers create lighting systems for buildings, interiors, and events. Creative Lighting for Interiors Photography can help build a foundation for designing lighting arrangements. This course will teach you about different types of light fixtures and their uses. This knowledge will help in designing lighting systems.
Architectural Photographer
Architectural Photographers capture the interior and exterior design of buildings. Creative Lighting for Interiors Photography can help build a foundation for taking impactful interior shots. This course will teach you about color correction, image editing, and how to enhance photos in post production. This will allow you to edit architectural photos in a way that highlights the building's features.
Product Photographer
Product Photographers create images of products for marketing and sales. Creative Lighting for Interiors Photography can help build a foundation for studio lighting. This course will teach you about lighting equipment and how to use it. This knowledge is valuable for creating visually appealing product images.
Commercial Photographer
Commercial Photographers create images for advertising and marketing campaigns. Creative Lighting for Interiors Photography can help build a foundation for shooting advertising photos. This course will teach you about using lighting equipment, including modifiers and gels. This skill is valuable for product and commercial photographers alike.
Photographer
Photographers create images for a variety of purposes. Creative Lighting for Interiors Photography can help build a foundation for photography. This course will teach you about the basics of photography, including camera settings and composition. This knowledge is essential for any photographer.
Graphic designer
Graphic Designers create visual concepts for a variety of purposes. Creative Lighting for Interiors Photography can help build a foundation for using light to create visually appealing designs. This course will teach you about color theory and how to use it creatively. This knowledge is valuable for graphic designers.
Interior designer
Interior Designers plan and execute the design of interior spaces. Creative Lighting for Interiors Photography can help build a foundation for creating visually appealing designs. This course will teach you about factors that affect how light interacts with objects. This knowledge is vital for any interior designer.
Event Photographer
Event Photographers create images of events. Creative Lighting for Interiors Photography can help build a foundation for using light creatively to document events. This course will teach you about the importance of timing and how to use that to your advantage. This knowledge can be used to create impactful event photos.
Fashion Photographer
Fashion Photographers create images of clothing and accessories. Creative Lighting for Interiors Photography can help build a foundation for fashion photography. This course will teach you about using light to create different moods and effects. This is a vital skill for fashion photographers.
Artist
Artists create visual works of art. Creative Lighting for Interiors Photography can help build a foundation for using light to create artistic effects. This course will teach you about color theory and how to use it creatively. This knowledge can be useful for artists working in any medium.
Architectural Drafter
Architectural Drafters create technical drawings for buildings. Creative Lighting for Interiors Photography can help build a foundation for visualizing building projects. This course will teach you about viewing designs in 3D. This is useful for creating technical representations of building designs.
Media Producer
Media Producers plan and oversee the production of media content. Creative Lighting for Interiors Photography can help build a foundation for media production. This course will teach you about the different stages of production, including pre-production, production, and post-production. This knowledge is valuable for media producers.
Photojournalist
Photojournalists create images that tell stories. Creative Lighting for Interiors Photography can help build a foundation for capturing impactful images. This course will teach you about using light to create atmosphere and convey emotion. This knowledge is essential for creating compelling photojournalistic images.

Reading list

We've selected ten books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in Creative Lighting for Interiors Photography.
Collection of essays by Susan Sontag, which explore the history, theory, and practice of photography. It classic text in the field of photography and contains insights that are still relevant today.
Guide to the art of photography, written by Michael Freeman. It covers a wide range of topics, including composition, lighting, and exposure. It useful resource for both beginners and experienced photographers.
Guide to understanding exposure in photography, written by Bryan Peterson. It covers the basics of exposure, as well as more advanced topics such as metering and bracketing. It useful resource for photographers who want to learn more about controlling the exposure of their images.
Guide to the science and magic of light in photography, written by Fil Hunter. It covers a wide range of topics, including the nature of light, how it interacts with different materials, and how to use light to create beautiful images.
Comprehensive history of photography, written by Tom Ang. It covers the history of photography from its beginnings to the present day. It useful resource for photographers who want to learn more about the history of their craft.
Dictionary of photography, written by Michael Langford. It defines a wide range of terms used in photography, including technical terms, historical terms, and aesthetic terms. It useful resource for photographers who want to learn more about the language of photography.
Is an encyclopedia of photography, written by Michael R. Peres. It covers a wide range of topics, including the history, theory, and practice of photography. It useful resource for photographers who want to learn more about all aspects of photography.
Guide to the art of photography, written by Andreas Feininger. It covers a wide range of topics, including composition, lighting, and post-processing. It useful resource for photographers who want to learn more about the art of photography.
Collection of essays by John Szarkowski, which explore the art and philosophy of photography. It classic text in the field of photography and contains insights that are still relevant today.
Collection of essays by Henri Cartier-Bresson, which explore the art and philosophy of photography. It classic text in the field of photography and contains insights that are still relevant today.

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