Sports & Action Photography For Beginners

Sports & Action Photography For Beginners, available at $54.99, has an average rating of 4.63, with 20 lectures, based on 471 reviews, and has 1887 subscribers.

You will learn about Students will learn to think like a pro shooter to help them understand how to improve their photography skills. Combine technical mastery, artistry, game or event knowledge, and understanding of the human condition to make great photos. Learn what is possible when you combine passion with knowledge. This course is ideal for individuals who are Beginner or novice level photographers who want to learn how to take great sports and action photos. or Parents who want better shots of their kids playing sports or 'budding' sports photographers. or Really, anyone who wants to be a better photographer It is particularly useful for Beginner or novice level photographers who want to learn how to take great sports and action photos. or Parents who want better shots of their kids playing sports or 'budding' sports photographers. or Really, anyone who wants to be a better photographer.

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Summary

Title: Sports & Action Photography For Beginners

Price: $54.99

Average Rating: 4.63

Number of Lectures: 20

Number of Published Lectures: 20

Number of Curriculum Items: 20

Number of Published Curriculum Objects: 20

Original Price: $19.99

Quality Status: approved

Status: Live

What You Will Learn

Students will learn to think like a pro shooter to help them understand how to improve their photography skills.
Combine technical mastery, artistry, game or event knowledge, and understanding of the human condition to make great photos.
Learn what is possible when you combine passion with knowledge.

Who Should Attend

Beginner or novice level photographers who want to learn how to take great sports and action photos.
Parents who want better shots of their kids playing sports or 'budding' sports photographers.
Really, anyone who wants to be a better photographer

Target Audiences

Beginner or novice level photographers who want to learn how to take great sports and action photos.
Parents who want better shots of their kids playing sports or 'budding' sports photographers.
Really, anyone who wants to be a better photographer

Using sports as a platform, this course provides beginner
and novice level photographers a foundation for shooting dynamic subjects in a
variety of settings. The student will learn valuable insights into getting
those professional level photos at sporting events, music venues, plays,
presentations, re-enactments, and many others.

In order to shoot like a pro, you have to first think like a
pro. Knowing what camera settings to use is an absolute necessity, but it is
the equivalent of knowing how to use the features of your car. Knowing how to
turn on the wipers will not make you a better driver. In a sense, this course
assumes you know how to start your vehicle. It is my job to help you become a
Formula One driver.

Many forms of photography rely on the photographer to
manipulate the subject and environment in which he, or she, is shooting. This
course helps you understand what to do when your subject and environment are
totally out of your control. You will learn how to anticipate and compose great
photos in the most difficult of shooting conditions.

Action photography (Sports, street, weddings, candid, event,
and basic photojournalism) is not a spectator sport. If you have a desire to learn
how you can take great photos of dynamic subjects in interesting venues, then
this course is for you.

Course Curriculum

Chapter 1: The Basics: Foundational Info (Do not skip this even if you are experienced)

Lecture 1: An Overview of Sports & Action Photography: (The Story, What & Why)

Lecture 2: Equipment Part 1: Cameras & Lenses (Questions to Ask, Things to Consider)

Lecture 3: Equipment Part 2: (Options, Accessories & Essentials)

Lecture 4: Light: It Is Our Friend: (So, let's not be afraid of it and learn how it works)

Lecture 5: Image Quality Part 1: (The Light Triangle – Aperture)

Lecture 6: Image Quality Part 2: (The Light Triangle – Shutter Speed)

Lecture 7: Image Quality Part 3: (The Light Triangle – ISO)

Chapter 2: What Are You Shooting & Why: (Is this for personal use or for profit?)

Lecture 1: Access & Position: (Sports Shooting is not a spectator sport!)

Lecture 2: Your Subject: (Understanding what you are after Part 1)

Lecture 3: Your Subject: (Understanding what you are after Part 2)

Lecture 4: Your Subject: (Understanding what you are after Part 3)

Lecture 5: Not Your Subject: The Importance of Background and Environment (Sense of Place)

Lecture 6: The Windows to the Soul: And Other Cliches (It's not always about the QB)

Chapter 3: How You Will Shoot It: (Some advanced concepts but you can handle it)

Lecture 1: Using Light To Our Advantage: An Overview

Lecture 2: The Mechanics: Readiness, Anticipation, & Reaction (Situational Awareness)

Lecture 3: Composition: (Yes, you really can compose sports photos)

Lecture 4: Conclusion: Putting It All Together (Making that great sports photo)

Chapter 4: Supplemental Lectures (Bonus Content to be Added Periodically)

Lecture 1: Seasonal Basics: Shooting Basketbal Part 1

Lecture 2: Lecture 19: Seasonal Basics: Shooting Basketball Part 2

Lecture 3: Lecture 20: Cross-Over: Commercial Work

Instructors

Don McPeak
Semi-Retired Professional Sports Photographer (USA TODAY)

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1 stars: 4 votes
2 stars: 4 votes
3 stars: 40 votes
4 stars: 158 votes
5 stars: 265 votes

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