Dramatic Light From Day to Night
Turn the light that’s available into all the light you need for impactful photographs — day or night.
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Turn the light that’s available into all the light you need for impactful photographs — day or night.
Learning to See Light
Meet David Wells, a professional photographer who’s here to help you get the most from natural light. David starts by explaining how to evaluate light quality. Using his friend Barry the Bust, he’ll show you how different times of day and seasons can change what your light will look like.
Finding the Light You Want
Simple math can help you produce the best possible pictures. David introduces his “Wells Points,” a basic calculation that will help you identify the perfect time to shoot. He also shows how to use light to create dramatic contrasts and stunning silhouettes.
Using Shadows to Create Interest
Shadows offer a chance to create visual interest and play with the narrative of a photo. David shows how placing yourself in different spots can create dramatically different results. Also, he demonstrates how experimentation can result in some of the better shots of your life.
Meter the Light, Not the Subject
Color and tone are two totally different concepts. In this lesson, David will teach you how to differentiate the two to find the all-important middle gray, the key tone to help you set your exposure. Also, learn how to calibrate your camera to get that perfect shot every time.
Low-Contrast Light Situations
Perfect light is a rarity. For all other situations, watch as David offers solutions to shooting in less-than-ideal lighting conditions. Learn how to use contrast to create drama in flat light. And then discover how to use a tripod to turn potentially difficult light to your advantage.
Using Flash as Fill Light
When natural light just isn’t enough, use flash. David shares his wisdom on what your flashes can do. Discover the best way to utilize your flash with detailed graphics. You’ll also learn how to use flash most effectively, both indoors and out.
Enhancing in Lightroom
David tries to get it right in camera and do as little in post-production as possible. Yet he knows that sometimes that work is unavoidable. Learn how to edit with your end user in mind. You’ll get valuable insight into how to refine your pictures as David teaches you how he edits his own photos.
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