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Using Light in Photography

54 CQ
15 Lessons
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    1. Using Top Shade in Portrait Photography
    A lesson with Bernie Raffe AMPA
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    Do you want to take a portrait that is a cut above the standard snapshot? In this lesson, learn how to use top shade for professional-grade lighting.

    Do you want to take a portrait that is a cut above the standard snapshot? In this lesson, learn how to use top shade for professional-grade lighting.

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    2. Taking Photos in Sun and Shade
    A lesson with Bernie Raffe AMPA
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    Traditional wisdom tells you to shoot photos with light behind you on a bright and sunny day; this lesson shows you how to use shade and shoot for blue skies.

    Traditional wisdom tells you to shoot photos with light behind you on a bright and sunny day; this lesson shows you how to use shade and shoot for blue skies.

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    3. Using Light Direction to Your Advantage
    A lesson with Bernie Raffe AMPA
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    Light direction can dramatically change the quality of your photos, for better or worse. Learn how to use back, front, and side lighting to your advantage.

    Light direction can dramatically change the quality of your photos, for better or worse. Learn how to use back, front, and side lighting to your advantage.

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    4. Shooting Photos Using Ambient Light
    A lesson with Bernie Raffe AMPA
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    Learn how to capture the beauty of ambient lighting in photography, avoiding common pitfalls related to flash, ISO and AV settings on your camera.

    Learn how to capture the beauty of ambient lighting in photography, avoiding common pitfalls related to flash, ISO and AV settings on your camera.

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    5. Taking Photos with Window Light
    A lesson with Bernie Raffe AMPA
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    Learn how to take professional-looking photos using natural light! Avoid red eye, shiny-looking skin, and background shadows with tips covered in this tutorial.

    Learn how to take professional-looking photos using natural light! Avoid red eye, shiny-looking skin, and background shadows with tips covered in this tutorial.

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