iPhone Photography: Take Amazing Photos with your iPhone from Udemy

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Learning objectives

Take great iphone photos that they will be proud of
Understand and apply the concept of composition when taking photos
Understand and apply the concept of visual weight when taking photos

Take better and more creative photos
Edit iphone photos professionally

Take great iphone photos that they will be proud of
Understand and apply the concept of composition when taking photos
Understand and apply the concept of visual weight when taking photos
Take better and more creative photos
Edit iphone photos professionally

Syllabus

By the end of this section students will be able to set up their iPhones with the best camera settings

In this lecture Alli Saunders will go over who she is, why she is teaching you this course and what you will learn in this course!

In this lecture you will learn about the various photography terms that you need to know including; shutter, exposure, mixed lighting, focal point, subject and more!

In this lecture Alli Saunders will share with you, how to capture photos in the nick of time!

In this lesson you will learn about Preserve Settings.

In this lesson we look at the value in having your camera grid on and how you can use it to capture better photos!

In this lecture we look at the best camera format to use for your iPhone photos!

You will learn all about HDR

You will learn all about your camera settings in your iPhone!

You will learn about AE and AF in your iPhone!

By the end of this section students will understand photography fundamentals

In this lesson you will learn about composition!

In this lesson you will learn about the rule of thirds and how to use this rule as a guideline to take better iPhone photos!

In this lesson you will learn about visual weight in compositions!

In this lecture you will learn about the element of color and how it affects your photo!

In this lecture you will learn about the element of texture and how it affects your photo!

In this lecture you will learn about the element of focus and how it affects your photo!

The Element of Position and Angles

In this lecture you will learn how to use negative space in your photos

You will learn how to use leading lines in your photos

Let's test out what you've learned so far about composition

How to create shallow depth

Section 3: Getting the Most Out of Your iPhone Photos

Let's look at pano shots

Let's look at how to take photos of people

How to Make the Most of Portrait Mode on Your iPhone

Section 4 Editing Your iPhone Photos Using Adobe Lightroom

You will learn how to edit a photo of a person on your iPhone using Lightroom

You will learn how to edit a photo of a landscape on your iPhone using Lightroom

You will learn how to edit a photo of an animal on your iPhone using Lightroom

Section 5 Final Thoughts

In this photo Alli Saunders will share final thoughts and words of inspiration!

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Covers camera settings, composition, and editing techniques, which are essential for taking visually appealing photos with an iPhone

Explores photography fundamentals such as composition, rule of thirds, visual weight, color, texture, focus, and angles, which are foundational concepts for beginners

Teaches how to edit photos using Adobe Lightroom, which is a popular and powerful tool for enhancing photos on iPhones

Explores how to take photos of people and how to make the most of portrait mode on your iPhone, which are useful for portrait photography

Focuses on using the iPhone's built-in camera features and settings, which may not translate directly to other smartphone devices

Requires Adobe Lightroom, which may require a subscription or purchase, potentially posing a barrier to entry for some students

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 Amazing Photos with your iPhone with these activities:

Review Photography Fundamentals

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Reinforce your understanding of core photography concepts before diving into iPhone-specific techniques. This will provide a solid foundation for understanding how to leverage your iPhone's camera to its full potential.

Browse courses on Aperture

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Read articles or watch videos on the exposure triangle.
Practice adjusting aperture, shutter speed, and ISO in manual mode (if available on your phone or a separate camera app).
Review basic composition techniques like the rule of thirds.

Read 'Understanding Exposure' by Bryan Peterson

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Deepen your understanding of exposure, a critical element for taking great photos with any camera, including your iPhone.

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Read the book cover to cover.
Take notes on key concepts and techniques.
Experiment with different exposure settings on your iPhone.

Composition Exercises with Your iPhone

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Sharpen your composition skills by practicing specific techniques with your iPhone. This will help you internalize the principles discussed in the course and apply them instinctively.

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Choose a composition technique (e.g., rule of thirds, leading lines, symmetry).
Find subjects and scenes that lend themselves to that technique.
Take multiple photos, experimenting with different angles and perspectives.
Review your photos and identify what worked well and what could be improved.

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Read 'The iPhone Photography Book' by Scott Kelby

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Learn iPhone-specific photography techniques from a renowned photographer and author.

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Read the book and take notes on key concepts.
Try out the techniques described in the book with your iPhone.
Compare your results to the examples in the book.

Create a Photo Series on a Theme

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Solidify your learning by applying the course concepts to a personal project. This will challenge you to think creatively and problem-solve, leading to a deeper understanding of iPhone photography.

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Choose a theme (e.g., street photography, portraits, landscapes, abstract).
Plan your series, considering the message you want to convey.
Shoot a series of photos that explore your chosen theme.
Edit your photos to create a cohesive look and feel.
Share your series online or with friends for feedback.

Explore Advanced Editing Techniques in Lightroom Mobile

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Expand your editing skills by exploring more advanced features in Lightroom Mobile. This will allow you to refine your photos and achieve a professional look.

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Watch tutorials on specific Lightroom Mobile features (e.g., curves, color grading, masking).
Experiment with these features on your own photos.
Compare your edited photos to the originals and analyze the changes you made.

Create a Before-and-After Editing Portfolio

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Showcase your editing skills and track your progress by creating a portfolio of before-and-after photos. This will help you identify your strengths and weaknesses and refine your editing workflow.

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Select a variety of photos that you want to edit.
Edit each photo using Lightroom Mobile or another editing app.
Save both the original and edited versions of each photo.
Create a portfolio showcasing the before-and-after results.
Share your portfolio online or with friends for feedback.

Career center

Learners who complete iPhone Photography: Take Amazing Photos with your iPhone will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Photographer

A photographer captures images using various equipment and techniques, often specializing in a particular area such as portraiture, landscapes, or product photography. This course may be useful for aspiring photographers. It delves into composition, visual weight, and the use of color, texture, and focus. These are fundamental to photography. Further, the course explores editing techniques using Lightroom, a standard tool in the field. This focus on mobile photography sets it apart by emphasizing accessibility and creative potential, crucial for modern photographers.

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Blogger

A blogger produces written and visual content. As a blogger, being able to capture quality images is essential. This course may be helpful for bloggers. The course provides direct instruction in composition, visual weight and editing, all using the device they are likely to have with them, a smartphone. The course's emphasis on these core photography principles, plus editing, may help to create visually engaging blog posts.

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Freelance Photographer

A freelance photographer works contractually to provide photos for clients. This course may be useful for those looking to start their career as a freelance photographer. The course provides an understanding of core concepts. These include composition, visual weight, color, and more, all taught using a mobile phone. The ability to create high quality images with a smartphone is a critical skill for a freelance photographer.

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Social Media Manager

A social media manager is responsible for creating and curating content for social media platforms. This course may be useful for aspiring social media managers. This role requires visually engaging images, and this course provides a pathway to mastering iPhone photography. It covers composition, color, and editing, which help create compelling visuals. The ability to take and edit photos directly on a smartphone allows for efficient content creation, a key skill for social media managers.

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Content Creator

A content creator develops material for various media platforms, often including visual elements. The ability to produce high quality images is critical in this role. This course may be especially useful for content creators who want to integrate high quality photos into their content. It emphasizes composition, visual weight, and editing techniques using Lightroom. The course also addresses taking photos of people and landscapes on a mobile phone. This is important for developing diverse content.

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Marketing Specialist

A marketing specialist is involved in creating and executing marketing strategies, often including visual components. This course may be useful for those working towards roles as marketing specialists. The ability to create visually appealing content using a smartphone can be a valuable asset. This course provides skills in composition, color, and editing. These aspects can dramatically enhance marketing materials. The skills gained in this course support the creation of eye-catching images quickly.

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Travel Blogger

A travel blogger creates content focused on travel experiences. High quality and captivating imagery is often vital to engage an audience. This course may be helpful for travel bloggers. It introduces vital elements of photography. These include composition, visual weight, and editing. The course also covers landscape photography. This makes it suitable for travel bloggers seeking to improve the visual quality of their content. The course's emphasis on using an iPhone makes it useful for capturing images on the go.

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Online Retailer

An online retailer manages and sells products through online platforms. High quality product photography is vital to attract customers. This course may be helpful for online retailers. It introduces the core concepts of photography, such as composition, visual weight, color and texture. The course specifically teaches how to use Lightroom to improve photo quality. This skillset can help an online retailer to showcase their products with high quality imagery.

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Real Estate Agent

A real estate agent assists clients in buying, selling, and renting properties. High quality photographs of properties is often a necessity. This course may be useful for those who are real estate agents. It provides training in composition, visual weight, and editing. The emphasis on capturing images with a smartphone allows for immediate high quality photos during property visits. This course can help real estate agents to represent their properties in the best possible light.

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Journalist

A journalist researches and reports on current events, often incorporating visual storytelling. This course may be helpful for journalists. It covers composition, visual weight, color, and texture, which are all key for creating effective images. The course also teaches how to edit photos using Lightroom. This provides a practical skill-set for journalists who need to capture and prepare images for publication with their smartphone.

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Graphic designer

A graphic designer creates visual concepts to communicate ideas. A graphic designer might benefit from this course. Although a designer may use software to create images, their understanding of photography is highly relevant. This course provides an understanding of photography fundamentals, such as composition and visual weight. An understanding of photography fundamentals may lead to a greater understanding of, and proficiency in, visual communication.

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Art Director

An art director is in charge of the visual style and images for advertising, magazines, films and product packaging. A master's degree is often required. This course may be helpful for those in the early to mid stages of their career. The course introduces important concepts of photography, such as composition, color, texture and visual weight. This course is an introduction to these skills, and can be helpful for an art director, many of whom work closely with photographers. The course also covers photo editing in Lightroom.

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Product Manager

A product manager is responsible for the strategy, roadmap, and execution of a product. This career does not directly involve photography. This course may be helpful for product managers. It introduces the concepts of composition and visual weight, and offers practical instruction in photo editing. These skills can help product managers create more compelling presentation materials for internal and external viewing. The training will also help with product documentation.

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Digital Marketing Analyst

A digital marketing analyst is responsible for tracking, analyzing, and reporting on the performance of digital marketing campaigns. A digital marketing analyst rarely touches photography directly. This course may be beneficial for a digital marketing analyst. Although this role rarely involves creating images directly, a familiarity with visual communication can lead to a better understanding of the user experience. The course provides knowledge of composition, color, and visual engagement.

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Instructional Designer

An instructional designer creates learning experiences for others. This role is not typically associated with photography. This course may be helpful for those in the role of instructional designer. It reviews concepts such as composition and visual weight, and may help those designing visual content. This will help to produce more effective and engaging instructional materials. The course introduces the principles behind composition and visual weight, as well as editing techniques.

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Reading list

We've selected two 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 iPhone Photography: Take Amazing Photos with your iPhone.

How Do I Do That in My Tesla?

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Is specifically tailored to iPhone photography, offering practical tips and techniques for capturing stunning images with your smartphone. It covers a wide range of topics, including camera settings, composition, lighting, and editing. This book serves as a valuable resource for both beginners and experienced photographers looking to improve their iPhone photography skills. It provides a more in-depth look at the iPhone's capabilities and how to maximize them.

How Do I Do That in My Tesla?: The Quickest Ways to...

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Understanding Street Photography

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Provides a comprehensive overview of exposure, a fundamental concept in photography. It explains how aperture, shutter speed, and ISO interact to create a properly exposed image. Understanding these principles is crucial for taking control of your iPhone camera and achieving desired results. While not iPhone-specific, the knowledge gained is directly applicable and will significantly enhance your photographic skills.

Understanding Street Photography: An Introduction...

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Understanding Street Photography: An Introduction...

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