Intermediate Photo Gear & Techniques
An 11-part course with Phillip McCordall
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Phillip started photography as a hobby at the age of 10, on leaving school at 16 he worked in a London studio as assistant to Barry Bullough a well known food photographer. Over the next 3 years he worked for other photographers in all types of... View ProfileDetails
- Total Time 1 hr, 7 min
- Lessons 11
- Attachments 3
- Exercises 23
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39 CQ
11 Lessons in This Course
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7 minFREEPhotography lesson 1Free4 CQ
It’s natural to want the best DSLR camera you can afford, but pricier and fancier doesn’t always mean better. Learn how to buy a camera that fits your needs!
with Phillip McCordallIt’s natural to want the best DSLR camera you can afford, but pricier and fancier doesn’t always mean better. Learn how to buy a camera that fits your needs!
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3 minPhotography lesson 22 CQ
Zooming in is great, but it can hamper lens perspective. This is a great lesson for beginner photographers or anyone needing a reminder on why to walk forward.
with Phillip McCordallZooming in is great, but it can hamper lens perspective. This is a great lesson for beginner photographers or anyone needing a reminder on why to walk forward.
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8 minLight & Exposure lesson 35 CQ
Professional photographer Phillip McCordall will cover the basics of exposure and explain how to get great shots by adjusting aperture, shutter speed, and ISO.
with Phillip McCordallProfessional photographer Phillip McCordall will cover the basics of exposure and explain how to get great shots by adjusting aperture, shutter speed, and ISO.
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6 minNight Photography lesson 44 CQ
Adjusting ISO settings facilitates low light photography. In this lesson, learn to use ISO to adapt in various lighting conditions and create a grainy effect.
with Phillip McCordallAdjusting ISO settings facilitates low light photography. In this lesson, learn to use ISO to adapt in various lighting conditions and create a grainy effect.
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5 minPhotography lesson 53 CQ
Aperture is the key to taking great photos. In this lesson, you'll learn the fundamental relationship between aperture, shutter speed, and your photographs.
with Phillip McCordallAperture is the key to taking great photos. In this lesson, you'll learn the fundamental relationship between aperture, shutter speed, and your photographs.
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7 minPhotography lesson 64 CQ
Wonder why some photos look professional while others don’t? Because of the depth of field! This lesson teaches you what you need to know to shoot like a pro!
with Phillip McCordallWonder why some photos look professional while others don’t? Because of the depth of field! This lesson teaches you what you need to know to shoot like a pro!
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8 minPhotography lesson 75 CQ
Want to exert greater control over the color of your photos? This lesson shows you how to manually adjust white balance on a digital camera.
with Phillip McCordallWant to exert greater control over the color of your photos? This lesson shows you how to manually adjust white balance on a digital camera.
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4 minPhotography lesson 83 CQ
Taking a photo through a window can be frustrating if the glass reflects too much. Learn how to use a polarizing filter to reduce glare and get a better image.
with Phillip McCordallTaking a photo through a window can be frustrating if the glass reflects too much. Learn how to use a polarizing filter to reduce glare and get a better image.
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5 minPhotography lesson 93 CQ
In this beginner's lesson, you’ll learn some basic photography vocabulary, as well as how a camera sensor works and why a bigger sensor will mean a better shot.
with Phillip McCordallIn this beginner's lesson, you’ll learn some basic photography vocabulary, as well as how a camera sensor works and why a bigger sensor will mean a better shot.
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5 minPhotography lesson 103 CQ
Are you starting to see flecks of dust or smudges on your photos? It may be time to clean your camera sensor. Phillip McCordall shows you how it’s done.
with Phillip McCordallAre you starting to see flecks of dust or smudges on your photos? It may be time to clean your camera sensor. Phillip McCordall shows you how it’s done.
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4 minPhotography lesson 113 CQ
Before digital photography, developing photos was as much of an art as taking them. Let Phillip McCordall show you what you’ll need to start your own darkroom!
with Phillip McCordallBefore digital photography, developing photos was as much of an art as taking them. Let Phillip McCordall show you what you’ll need to start your own darkroom!
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20157 min20-part Product Photography course91 CQ
This course covers photographer Phillip McCordall's specialty—product and still life photography. Learn the best methods for photographing products, including jewelry, food, electronics, and cars.
with Phillip McCordallThis course covers photographer Phillip McCordall's specialty—product and still life photography. Learn the best methods for photographing products, including jewelry, food, electronics, and cars.
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1488 min14-part Photography course51 CQ
Portraits are the bread and butter for many photographers. If you’re comfortable with a DSLR and ready to bring a new level of professionalism to your work, Phillip McCordall’s portrait photography course will take your skills to the next level! Start with an overview of portrait photography, then plunge into the nitty gritty with in-depth lessons on lighting for various portrait effects. Get tips for photographing models, children, and groups, and finish with portrait post-production basics.
with Phillip McCordallPortraits are the bread and butter for many photographers. If you’re comfortable with a DSLR and ready to bring a new level of professionalism to your work, Phillip McCordall’s portrait photography course will take your skills to the next level! Start with an overview of portrait photography, then plunge into the nitty gritty with in-depth lessons on lighting for various portrait effects. Get tips for photographing models, children, and groups, and finish with portrait post-production basics.
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1375 min13-part Light & Exposure course43 CQ
Forget what you've heard—you don’t need buckets of money to create a functional photography studio! Professional photographer Phillip McCordall has developed many low-cost and DIY solutions for photography gear, and shares his secrets in this 12-lesson course. Begin with an overview of photo studio basic gear, then get tips for buying affordable or used lenses. Build your gear arsenal with six ingenious DIY lighting solutions, then learn how to set up a photography studio on your own home!
with Phillip McCordallForget what you've heard—you don’t need buckets of money to create a functional photography studio! Professional photographer Phillip McCordall has developed many low-cost and DIY solutions for photography gear, and shares his secrets in this 12-lesson course. Begin with an overview of photo studio basic gear, then get tips for buying affordable or used lenses. Build your gear arsenal with six ingenious DIY lighting solutions, then learn how to set up a photography studio on your own home!
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976 min9-part Photography course43 CQ
Dream about turning a photography hobby into a career? Learn how to launch a photography career, and learn why specializing in portraiture, sports photography, or product photography is a great idea.
with Phillip McCordallDream about turning a photography hobby into a career? Learn how to launch a photography career, and learn why specializing in portraiture, sports photography, or product photography is a great idea.
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1276 min12-part Night Photography course44 CQ
Looking to acquire in-depth knowledge of studio lighting techniques? Follow along with McCordell Photography and discover how to implement professional and versatile techniques with ease!
with Phillip McCordallLooking to acquire in-depth knowledge of studio lighting techniques? Follow along with McCordell Photography and discover how to implement professional and versatile techniques with ease!
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13231 min13-part Light & Exposure course121 CQ
In this beginner-level photography course by professional photographer Ken Schultz, discover key digital photography techniques! By the end of this course, you will get the perfect shot every time.
with Ken at EasyDSLRIn this beginner-level photography course by professional photographer Ken Schultz, discover key digital photography techniques! By the end of this course, you will get the perfect shot every time.
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1279 min12-part Night Photography course46 CQ
Famous composers aren’t the only ones who need to practice composition. This course from AMPA photographer Bernie Raffe covers photography composition rules, such as the rule of thirds and finding frames within frames. You’ll also learn subtle tricks that can make or break a photo, like how to deal with cluttered backgrounds and find repeating patterns. Finally, apply your newfound skills to commonly photographed scenes, like natural landscapes and firework displays.
with Bernie Raffe AMPAFamous composers aren’t the only ones who need to practice composition. This course from AMPA photographer Bernie Raffe covers photography composition rules, such as the rule of thirds and finding frames within frames. You’ll also learn subtle tricks that can make or break a photo, like how to deal with cluttered backgrounds and find repeating patterns. Finally, apply your newfound skills to commonly photographed scenes, like natural landscapes and firework displays.
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10101 min10-part Photography course58 CQ
Learn how to take awesome photos with your iPhone! In this fun course exploring the iPhone camera app, discover its built-in accessories, explore third party apps, and snap better selfies to share.
with Meira GottliebLearn how to take awesome photos with your iPhone! In this fun course exploring the iPhone camera app, discover its built-in accessories, explore third party apps, and snap better selfies to share.
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351 min3-part Photography course27 CQ
Switching your camera from automatic to manual will help you take control of your photography. In this brief photo course, review shutter speed, ISO, aperture, depth of field, lighting, and more.
Switching your camera from automatic to manual will help you take control of your photography. In this brief photo course, review shutter speed, ISO, aperture, depth of field, lighting, and more.
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17130 min17-part Photography course72 CQ
Excited to teach your kids photography? In this photography course for kids, they'll learn the basics of using a camera and taking photos, and then try out their skills on various fun photo projects.
with Video School OnlineExcited to teach your kids photography? In this photography course for kids, they'll learn the basics of using a camera and taking photos, and then try out their skills on various fun photo projects.
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20221 min20-part Night Photography course122 CQ
Take on the challenges of night photography and come up with stunning results! Neil Creek explores how to use basic settings and equipment to turn out beautiful skylines, portraits, and city scenes.
with Neil CreekTake on the challenges of night photography and come up with stunning results! Neil Creek explores how to use basic settings and equipment to turn out beautiful skylines, portraits, and city scenes.
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13231 min13-part Light & Exposure course121 CQ
In this beginner-level photography course by professional photographer Ken Schultz, discover key digital photography techniques! By the end of this course, you will get the perfect shot every time.
with Ken at EasyDSLRIn this beginner-level photography course by professional photographer Ken Schultz, discover key digital photography techniques! By the end of this course, you will get the perfect shot every time.
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1594 min15-part Light & Exposure course54 CQ
Have you ever experimented with your camera’s flash settings? In this 14-lesson course by photographer Bernie Raffe AMPA, explore several ways to light photographs based on your environment.
with Bernie Raffe AMPAHave you ever experimented with your camera’s flash settings? In this 14-lesson course by photographer Bernie Raffe AMPA, explore several ways to light photographs based on your environment.
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677 min6-part Adobe Suite course42 CQ
Looking to enhance your DSLR photos? In this course, Eric and Michelle Fouche of Prime Photography Austin demonstrate how to use Adobe Lightroom to make images pop off the screen.
Looking to enhance your DSLR photos? In this course, Eric and Michelle Fouche of Prime Photography Austin demonstrate how to use Adobe Lightroom to make images pop off the screen.
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451 min4-part Product Photography course28 CQ
Do you want to take your DSLR photography skills to the next level? In this course, Eric and Michelle Fouche share tips for sharp macro pictures, shooting in low light, and setting up a photo shoot.
Do you want to take your DSLR photography skills to the next level? In this course, Eric and Michelle Fouche share tips for sharp macro pictures, shooting in low light, and setting up a photo shoot.