Modern Photography in Nature

Nature and landscape photography is the meeting point between inner and outer worlds. Through careful observation of his surroundings and deep reflection on his inner emotions, Michael Schauer captures this beautiful blend of expression with his work. In this online course, he takes you on a trip through his creative process, from location scouting to the outdoor photoshoot and image retouching.

With Michael as your guide, learn the fundamentals of camera use, composition techniques, and how to edit images using Lightroom and Photoshop. By the end, you’ll know how to pluck inspiration from daily life and photograph nature through your own personal lens.

Begin by getting to know Michael Schauer as he tells you about his professional career and how he got started in nature photography. He also shows you his biggest sources of inspiration.

Next, familiarize yourself with your camera and equipment. Michael gives you an overview of the essential settings before covering basic concepts on exposure and composition.

Discover where you can find inspiration to help you scout out the best location for your project. Then join your teacher for an outdoor photoshoot and see his approach to getting the perfect shot on site. Now grab your camera and head out into nature!

Back at home, make a selection of your favorite photos and learn how to edit and retouch them step by step. Work in Lightroom to correct exposure, color, lighting, and sharpness, and move to Photoshop for the finishing touches.