iPhone Photography & Mobile Photography: Take Better Photos from Udemy

You want to take amazing photos with your iPhone or other mobile phone, right?

This is the perfect course to learn all of the steps to improving your photography using your smartphone.

You don’t need an expensive camera to master photography. You don’t even need an entry-level DSLR or any special equipment or lenses. All you need is this course and the one device you already use for everything – your smartphone.

Life’s most powerful moments can often be fleeting. Whether you’re working with an iPhone or Android, you want to capture those moments in stunning, visually engaging ways. This course takes professional, modern photography concepts and uses them to elevate mobile photography.

Enroll now, and you'll get instant access to:

Hours of easy-to-watch lessons taught by real world professional photographers
Premium support if you ever get stuck
Lifetime updates to the course content

Key course concepts at a glance:

How to capture incredible images with your mobile device
How to apply photography techniques to a smartphone camera
How to maximize your mobile device’s built-in photography functions
How to shoot powerful images in any lighting condition
How to balance your phone’s flash capabilities while making the most of natural light
How to use lighting, composition, and exposure to bring your images to life
How to tell a story with nothing but a smartphone camera
How to professionally edit photos with cutting edge mobile technology
How to get the best out of iPhone and Android photography apps

Every photographer’s style is unique to them, but you don’t have to find yours alone. With us, you’ll receive premium support directly from the pros. As for future benefits, you’ll receive lifetime updates on all course content too.

What will you learn in this mobile photography course?

You'll learn camera basics that will help you easily and fully understand the capabilities of your iPhone camera. These include topics like the exposure triangle, focal length, depth of field, lighting, contrast and dynamic range, flash, and photo resolution.
You'll learn professional photography techniques that can be applied to mobile & iPhone photography. These three skills (composition, lighting, and storytelling) will dramatically improve your photography no matter what camera you use.
You'll learn all of the key features of most smartphones including timer mode, panoramic mode, portrait mode, selfie mode, and timelapse mode.
We'll take you out in the field to demonstrate how to take stunning photos with your smartphone. You'll learn how we use composition, lighting, longe exposures, panoramas, and portraits to take amazing photos with our iPhone or other mobile phone.
You'll learn how to edit photos on your phones with several of the best photo editing apps available, including Lightroom, Snapseed, and VSCO. Snapseed and VSCO are completely free to use.
Lastly, you'll learn how to improve your photography presence with social media best practices and tips for printing your photos.

What you’ll learn

How to capture incredible images with your mobile device
How to apply photography techniques to a smartphone camera
How to maximize your mobile device’s built-in photography functions
How to shoot powerful images in any lighting condition
How to balance your phone’s flash capabilities while making the most of natural light
How to use lighting, composition, and exposure to bring your images to life
How to tell a story with nothing but a smartphone camera
How to professionally edit photos with cutting edge mobile technology
How to get the best out of iPhone and Android photography apps

We believe this is the only course you'll need to dramatically improve your mobile & iPhone photography.

Key course topics:

This course is aimed at teaching anyone who wants to take their Android and iPhone photography to the next level. You don’t have to know anything about photography or own any expensive equipment. With your smartphone in hand, we’ll cover the following digital photography topics:

Mobile Photography / iPhone Photography
Photography Composition Tips
Understanding How a Smartphone Camera Works
Using Natural Light to improve your photos
Creative Keys to a Great Photo
Advanced Mobile & iPhone Photography Features
Editing Photos on Your Mobile Device / iPhone
Sharing Your Photos on Social Media
and so much more.

This course is designed to give you a strong theoretical and practical foundation in digital photography. As we go through each topic, the goal is to help refine your process so you can adapt to any interesting situation you and your camera come across.

Learn how to create the perfect social media photos ready for sharing and engagement. See digital art through the eyes of your audience and understand how to communicate with them through visual storytelling and innovative photography.

Who are the Instructors?

We are Phil Ebiner, Sam Shimizu-Jones and Will Carnahan - professionals making a living from our photographic skills.

We’ve created some of the world’s top-rated photography courses taken by millions of students around the world. Many of our students went on to make money and build businesses out of the skills they learned working with us.

We came together to create this amazing course for enthusiastic photographers like you, and everyone who wants to turn their smartphone camera into a professional lens.

You'll get premium support and feedback to help you become a better photographer.

Our happiness guarantee...

We have a 100% money back guarantee, so if you aren't happy with your purchase, we will refund your course - no questions asked.

Mobile photography has never been more exciting.

You don’t need a DSLR to capture stunning images. With this course, you’ll learn how to make the most of your Android or iPhone by creating incredibly shot images that you can edit on your device. So don’t wait around, we can’t wait to work with you.

We can't wait to see you in the course.

Enroll now, and we'll help you take better photos than ever before.

Sam & Will

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Learning objectives

Take amazing photos with your smartphone, iphone, android, or other mobile device
Improve your photos with better lighting, composition, and storytelling
Capture beautiful portraits, timelapses, long exposure and panoramas - all with your iphone or other smartphone

Understand camera and photography basics like the exposure triangle, depth of field and focal length
Master iphone photography & mobile photography to impress your family and friends with photos shot on your smartphone
Professionally edit and share photos on the go with the best iphone & android photography apps

Take amazing photos with your smartphone, iphone, android, or other mobile device
Improve your photos with better lighting, composition, and storytelling
Capture beautiful portraits, timelapses, long exposure and panoramas - all with your iphone or other smartphone
Understand camera and photography basics like the exposure triangle, depth of field and focal length
Master iphone photography & mobile photography to impress your family and friends with photos shot on your smartphone
Professionally edit and share photos on the go with the best iphone & android photography apps

Syllabus

Master iPhone & Mobile Photography Fundamentals

A brief overview of what we will be covering throughout this course.

Why Mobile Phones Make Great Cameras | Mobile Photography Course

Let's start by learning the technical skills to better understand our cameras and how they work.

ISO, Shutter Speed, and Aperture make up the exposure triangle and understanding what the all are, will help you understand how to better use your camera.

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Explores a wide range of smartphone photography topics from beginner to advanced

Teaches editing techniques using a variety of applications

Taught by industry professionals with a proven track record of success

Provides lifetime updates to course content

Intermediate learners may find the basics too introductory

Reviews summary

Elevate your smartphone photography skills

According to students, this course offers a comprehensive and practical guide to improving smartphone photography. Learners praise the clear and concise explanations of complex concepts, making them accessible even for absolute beginners. Many highlight the engaging demonstrations and actionable tips that significantly enhance their photos. The instructors are highly knowledgeable and easy to follow, guiding students through everything from composition and lighting to editing with popular apps like Snapseed and Lightroom, and even social media sharing. The content is consistently described as high-quality and value-packed, enabling users to transform their mobile device into a powerful camera. It's especially recommended for those looking to capture stunning images for personal use or social media.

Some advanced users found certain sections too basic, though suitable for beginners.

"As someone with some photography background, some early parts felt a bit slow, but it picked up."

"I was hoping for more advanced techniques beyond the basics of composition and lighting."

"While great for beginners, I felt like some topics could have been explored in greater depth for intermediate users."

Delivers significant improvement for a modest investment of time and money.

"This course has transformed my phone photos, making it one of the best investments I've made."

"For the price and content, it's an incredible value; I never thought my phone could do this."

"I used to think I needed an expensive camera, but this course proved my phone is enough if I know how to use it."

Instructors are knowledgeable, engaging, and easy to follow.

"The instructors are excellent, they make learning fun and provide clear guidance throughout."

"I found their teaching style to be very approachable and motivating, especially for beginners."

"Their expertise shines through, and they genuinely want you to succeed in taking better photos."

Covers photography fundamentals, phone features, editing, and social media sharing.

"I loved that it covered everything from basic settings to advanced editing apps and even social media tips."

"It's a full package – I learned about composition, lighting, portrait mode, and how to use Snapseed."

"The breadth of topics is impressive, giving me a well-rounded understanding of mobile photography."

Provides actionable tips and real-world demonstrations for immediate improvement.

"The field demonstrations are incredibly helpful; I immediately went out and applied what I learned."

"I appreciate how practical the advice is; I saw a huge difference in my photos after just a few lessons."

"This course isn't just theory, it shows you exactly how to get better shots with your phone."

Makes complex photography concepts easy to grasp for novices.

"I came in with zero photography knowledge, and this course really broke down everything into digestible chunks."

"The instructor explains things so clearly, I finally understand concepts like exposure and composition."

"This course is perfect for beginners; it truly simplifies mobile photography without being patronizing."

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 & Mobile Photography: Take Better Photos with these activities:

Organize Course Resources

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Enhance your learning experience by organizing and reviewing course materials, including notes, assignments, and references.

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Gather all course materials in one place.
Create a system for organizing materials, such as folders or digital tags.
Review materials periodically to reinforce understanding.

Read 'Understanding Exposure' by Bryan Peterson

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Establish a strong foundation in understanding exposure, a core concept for all photographers using any camera.

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Read the book from cover to cover.
Take notes and highlight important concepts.
Practice applying the concepts while shooting various scenes.

Daily Photo Practice

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Improve your observation and composition skills by making a conscious effort to take photos daily.

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Set a goal to take a certain number of photos each day.
Vary your subjects, perspectives, and lighting conditions.
Review your photos and identify areas for improvement.

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Smartphone Photography Guided Tutorials

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Build confidence in utilizing smartphone cameras by following guided tutorials tailored to improve composition, lighting, and storytelling.

Browse courses on Smartphone Photography

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Choose reputable online tutorials or courses.
Follow the instructions step-by-step.
Practice implementing the techniques while taking photos.

Attend a Photography Meetup

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Connect with other photography enthusiasts, learn from experienced photographers, and stay up-to-date with industry trends.

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Find local photography meetups through online platforms or social media.
Attend the meetups and actively participate in discussions.
Share your work and get feedback from others.

Start a Daily Photography Blog

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Consistently share your photography, engage with an audience, and improve your writing and storytelling skills.

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Choose a blogging platform and set up your blog.
Create a regular posting schedule.
Write engaging content that showcases your photography.
Promote your blog and interact with readers.

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