Search Results for 'Photography'
National Geographic Masters of Photography
Go inside the creative process of 12 National Geographic photographers and gain insights into how to approach your own images and improve your photographs.
Fundamentals of Photography II
Take a deeper dive into the art of great photography and learn to apply skills, tips, and tricks with a National Geographic photographer out in the field.
The National Geographic Guide to Landscape and Wildlife Photography
National Geographic photographers Michael Melford and Tim Laman reveal their stories and secrets about what makes for great landscape and wildlife photography.
Fundamentals of Photography
Get an in-depth and highly interactive tutorial on how to take better photographs in this thorough course taught by an award-winning National Geographic photographer.
The Complete Guide to Smartphone Photography
No professional camera gear? No problem. Learn how to take amazing pictures with your smartphone.
Adobe Lightroom Classic CC: The Complete Guide
Add a vital resource to your photography toolkit as you master Adobe® Lightroom® Classic CC.
The Fundamentals of Travel Photography
Learn how to record your travels just like the professionals, led by an acclaimed National Geographic photographer.
The Art of Travel Photography
An award-winning National Geographic photographer presents a cohesive set of best practices for getting great photos when you take your camera on the road!
Adobe Photoshop CC: The Complete Guide
Join photographer and world-renowned Photoshop instructor as you dive into Adobe Photoshop CC tools and techniques that can open up a whole new world of photo editing possibilities.
Post-Impressionism: The Beginnings of Modern Art
Immerse yourself in the radiant color and light of the Post-Impressionist painters.
Social Media 101
With more than 100 websites and apps, social media helps us meet one of our most basic human needs—connecting with others. In Social Media 101, educator and photographer Pei Ketron will teach you how to utilize social media to your best advantage, with a step-by-step guide to a curated group of 16 exciting and commonly used social media platforms. She shares her knowledge—and her screen—to teach you how to get started, build your network, and use the most powerful options each platform has to offer.
The National Geographic Guide to Birding in North America
Let an internationally celebrated birding expert and National Geographic introduce you to the joys of birding across the North American continent.
The Art of Video Storytelling
In The Art of Video Storytelling, Mr. Bob Krist, a renowned professional photographer and filmmaker, teaches this informative and insightful 12-lesson course designed to support you through each step of the filmmaking process. Beginning with preparation and equipment, you will see how to use the skills you already have in still photography to manifest excellence in all your filmmaking endeavors.
How Railways Transformed the World
Climb aboard for a thrilling ride through the amazing world of railways in this thoroughly delightful course. Learn how this one invention profoundly changed human life and reveal the great railway journeys that await you around the world.
National Geographic Polar Explorations
Travel to the polar regions on an exquisite visual journey guided by five Arctic and Antarctic experts who reveal the science, culture, and history of these majestic locations.
Lighting 101
Let an expert photographer guide you through the basics and intricacies of lighting, in this helpful, engaging course delivered like a creative workshop.
Fundamentals of DSLR Filmmaking
From video portraits to corporate profiles, transform your DSLR camera into a powerful tool for making exceptional films in these 39 lessons by a seasoned professional.
Underwater Archaeology: Mysteries of the Deep
Dive into the thrilling world of underwater archaeology in this globe-spanning course and explore sunken cities, fabulous shipwrecks, and other astonishing treasures of history beneath the oceans and waterways of our planet.
Nature Watching: How to Find and Observe Wildlife
Travel into the stunning beauty of the natural world with a professional tracker and learn the fascinating skills of wildlife tracking.
11: Night Photography
From: Fundamentals of Photography II
Great photography doesn't have to end when the sun sets. Overcome your worries about night photography and sharpen your skills at working with (and capturing) moonlight, starlight, and even urban lights. Professor Sartore walks you through some night scenarios you may never have thought could yield such compelling photographs....
10: Animal Photography
From: Fundamentals of Photography II
From dogs and snakes to ducks and zoo animals, discover the secrets of interesting animal photography-the kind that stands out from the boring pet pictures we've all seen before. As you'll learn, the most important aspects of great animal photography are repeated access and plenty of time and patience....
15: Black-and-White Photography
From: Fundamentals of Photography II
Fall in love all over again with black-and-white photography, which looks great in just about any light and allows you to create compositions and moods you could never achieve with color photography. As Professor Sartore demonstrates, it's a powerful way of getting to the essence of your subject....
20: Storytelling Through Photography
From: The Complete Guide to Smartphone Photography
Round out the course with some final pointers from Jared. Learn how to think critically about every photograph you take and see. Discover that verbalizing your thoughts and observations will help you become a better and more intelligent smartphone photographer. And explore the deeply personal and human elements of photography.
06: Photography Principles: Composition
From: The Complete Guide to Smartphone Photography
How can you combine photography fundamentals with what you have learned so far about the use of your smartphone? In this lesson, delve into the basic principles of photography, starting with compositional strategy. Explore how even small changes in perspective, framing, contrast, and focus can affect the look and feel of any photograph.
14: Art Photography: Still Life
From: Fundamentals of Photography II
Still lifes don't have to be boring. Here, learn how to add layers of intrigue and dynamism to indoor and outdoor still lifes by changing your perspective, shooting through objects, adjusting your depth of field, and other old-fashioned photography principles....
07: Photography Principles: Exposure
From: The Complete Guide to Smartphone Photography
Continue to learn about the fundamental principles of photography, this time with an in-depth look at exposure. Here, see how you can use histograms to check on and refine a photograph’s exposure levels, and discover the importance of accounting for black, gray, and white space in your pictures.
13: Art Photography: Having Fun
From: Fundamentals of Photography II
Continue your exploration of more artful photography with a lesson on setting up and shooting funny, bizarre, and outrageous scenes and subjects. How can you use the knowledge and techniques of professional photographers to do something different with these out-of-the-ordinary scenarios? Prepare to think (and shoot) outside the box....
12: Art Photography: Perspective and Illusions
From: Fundamentals of Photography II
Art photography can be lyrical, fun, dark, or surprising-but it's always about going beyond the obvious. Follow Professor Sartore on several shoots and discover how to take photos with a more artistic eye, how to playfully deceive viewers-and how to do it all without the aid of digital post production....
23: Live Event Photography: Family Fishing Night
From: Fundamentals of Photography II
Continue your study of live-event photography with this lesson that takes you to a family fishing trip in Nebraska's Bohemian Alps. How does an expert photojournalist use establishing shots, detail shots, and interesting lighting effects to tell the (sometimes hidden) stories behind all the fishing, cookouts, and family fun?...
20: Photography for Birders
From: The National Geographic Guide to Birding in North America
Lay a foundation for fine bird photography, starting with the basics of aperture, shutter speed, ISO (light sensitivity), and focus. Investigate the use of natural light at different times of the day, and the best equipment for photographing birds. Learn how to approach birds and capture them on camera, and consider the advantages of digiscoping (photography through a spotting scope)....
21: Basics of Polar Photography
From: National Geographic Polar Explorations
Picture being in the Arctic when a polar bear approaches your ship. What kind of camera should you use to capture the moment? What settings should you choose? Here, National Geographic photographer Ralph Lee Hopkins explains how to navigate the unique challenges of polar photography, from dealing with a "white world" to shooting atop a moving platform....
17: Smartphone Photography
From: Fundamentals of Photography II
Just because you're using a smartphone to take photos doesn't mean you should be satisfied with lackluster shots. Transform how you use your smartphone's camera and work smarter with panoramic shots, different filters, and much more. The end result: photos that stand out from the millions posted online every day....
18: Photography for Social Media
From: Social Media 101
If there’s one single aspect of social media that makes your posts resonate with others, it’s the quality of your photography. In this lesson, you’ll learn about the basics of composition, the rule of thirds (and when to break it), appropriate foreground and background elements, lighting, and more. No matter what type of camera you’re using, you’ll discover how to share social media pictures your viewers won’t want to leave.
11: How Photography Is Transforming Art
From: Post-Impressionism: The Beginnings of Modern Art
Look into the camera’s long influence on art, starting with the camera obscura, and follow the rise of modern photography in the 19th century. Grasp how the advent of photographs freed painters from the need to accurately reproduce reality. Note the ways in which artists made use of the camera, to bring new possibilities to composition, and to capture fleeting moments for use in their work.
09: Human Portrait Photography
From: Fundamentals of Photography II
There are average, everyday portraits-and then there are unforgettable portraits. Focus here on candid, environmental portrait photographs outside the studio. You'll learn professional tips that can allow you to create deeper connections between the portrait's viewer and its subject....
09: Photography Principles: Subject
From: The Complete Guide to Smartphone Photography
Every good photo has a principal subject, which plays a key role in how the photo is received and interpreted by onlookers. Work closely with Jared to understand the narrative, artistic, and practical considerations you must make before snapping a photo of anyone or any moment.
18: The Decisive Moment in Photography
From: Fundamentals of Photography II
How do professional photographers capture the "decisive moment" in their work? Find out for yourself in this insightful lesson on how photographers anticipate great compositions, how they know when they've captured that perfect fleeting moment, and tips for reaching this pinnacle in your own shots....
08: Photography Principles: Light
From: The Complete Guide to Smartphone Photography
Experienced photographers hunt tirelessly for scenes that capture and use light creatively. In this lesson, shed some light on light. Understand how photos can be dramatically altered based on the quality, direction, or source of their light, and explore simple methods to redirect and manipulate light in time for your next photograph.
08: Landscape Photography Site Research
From: The National Geographic Guide to Landscape and Wildlife Photography
Landscape photographs often requires photographers to do their research. In this lecture, take a trip out to the stark majesty of Death Valley and learn how landscape photographers decipher where to find the best potential for images-while leaving themselves open to wandering and uncovering little-known gems....
13: Wildlife Photography
From: The National Geographic Guide to Landscape and Wildlife Photography
Start the second half of the course with Mr. Laman, who introduces you to the varied skills mastered by all great wildlife photographers. First up: a journey to the rainforests of Borneo in search of African hornbills that illustrates the practical aspects you have to figure out before taking that perfect shot....
19: Live Event Photography: Farmers' Market
From: Fundamentals of Photography II
Everyone loves to take photographs of farmers' markets, with all their colorful bounty of fruits, vegetables, and other tasty treats. But they can actually be quite challenging if you want to go beyond the obvious. Visit a Nebraska market on a summer day and learn how to deal with a variety of obstacles, from crowds to high contrasts between light and shade....
21: Photography on the Road
From: The National Geographic Guide to Landscape and Wildlife Photography
Learn how to navigate the pros and cons of photographing wildlife from the safety (and constriction) of a vehicle. You'll visit one of the most sparsely populated regions of Australia and follow a photographic expedition that brings you up close and personal with wildlife, including the rare Golden Shouldered Parrot....
19: Advanced Topics-Macro Photography
From: Fundamentals of Photography
Examine how to capture the remarkable (and often overlooked) beauty in miniature subjects such as insects, flowers, eyes-even a pile of money. Learn the best equipment to use, lighting techniques to capture specific features of your miniature subjects, and common mistakes to avoid (such as not getting enough depth of field).
16: Nighttime Wildlife Photography
From: The National Geographic Guide to Landscape and Wildlife Photography
Stop being afraid of the dark and discover the wonders of photographing nocturnal animals like bats, lizards, owls, insects, and lemurs. How can you use shadows to add drama to a shot? How can you refine your lighting technique to capture the background as well as your subject?...
20: Live Event Photography: T-Ball
From: Fundamentals of Photography II
Visit a t-ball game to ease into shooting sporting events. Along the way, learn how to use motor drives, fast shutter speeds, and autofocus; how to set up angles; and how to approach action scenes with a keen eye for the story unfolding right in front of you....
21: Live Event Photography: House Party
From: Fundamentals of Photography II
If you're a recreational photographer, chances are you'll be called upon to shoot a family social event or get-together. By photographing the goings-on at a summer solstice party, you'll cultivate the skills you need to record special days and capture delightful memories-all while enjoying the party as well....
09: Drive-By Photography: Travel Photos
From: The National Geographic Guide to Landscape and Wildlife Photography
When you're traveling by car, boat, or plane, you're often not in control of what you can photograph. However, you can still use the photographer's expert eye to get interesting shots. Journey with Mr. Melford to fascinating international locales and learn how to turn impossible situations into rewarding challenges....
22: Live Event Photography: A Day at the Ranch
From: Fundamentals of Photography II
Take a trip to a beautiful Nebraska Sandhills ranch and watch Professor Sartore overcome visual chaos to capture the drama and action of a day of cattle round ups and branding. Harsh light and fast-moving action challenge you to be at the top of your game....
14: Photography for Photoshop
From: Adobe Photoshop CC: The Complete Guide
Mr. Willmore helps you consider some things you might shoot with Photoshop in mind, such as taking multiple shots to stitch together as a panorama. Also, see how shooting in HDR can give you multiple versions of the same image that you can combine or adjust according to your needs.
03: Working with Light in a Landscape
From: Fundamentals of Photography II
Landscape photography may seem easy-just a matter of going outside and snapping away-but there's an art to excellent landscape photographs. And most times, it doesn't require fancy diffusers and flashes. Discover the secrets of expert landscape photographers, including when to shoot and how to frame your foreground....
14: Special Techniques for Creative Photos
From: The Fundamentals of Travel Photography
Get creative in this lecture on special techniques to employ when you're feeling a little "out of the box." Some are subtle (shooting in black and white). Some are controversial (high dynamic range, or HDR, photography). All can, when applied judiciously, give your travel photography a boost....
18: Photographing Life in the Sea
From: The National Geographic Guide to Landscape and Wildlife Photography
Get a primer in underwater photography as another form of wildlife photography that requires you to adapt to a unique set of circumstances. You'll learn how light works underwater, why you should be careful using flash, and why particular shots of underwater fauna work so well....
23: Birds of Paradise: Ultimate Photo Challenge
From: The National Geographic Guide to Landscape and Wildlife Photography
Comb through more than eight years of photos from Mr. Laman's most ambitious project: photographing all 39 species of birds of paradise in the wild. As you'll learn in this adventure story, one of the most important aspects of wildlife photography is appreciating the sheer joy of the pursuit....
02: Understanding Light
From: Fundamentals of Photography II
Light, according to Professor Sartore, is what great photography is all about. In this lesson, he shows you how to take a more measured, thoughtful approach to various light sources, techniques, and effects-including back lighting, side lighting, floor lighting (also known as ghost lighting), and colored lighting....
13: Tabletop Shooting Experience
From: The Complete Guide to Smartphone Photography
Whether it is a photo of brunch or avocado toast, tabletop photographs oversaturate our social media feeds. But that does not mean they are any less important or artistic than portraits or landscapes. In this lesson, take tabletop photography seriously as you join Jared for a third photography demonstration, using precious family heirlooms.
08: Gear, Packing, and Security
From: The Fundamentals of Travel Photography
A hot topic in travel photography is what you bring with you and what you leave behind. From gear to clothes to preconceptions, learn how to find the coveted middle ground between preparedness and mobility so you can focus on what matters most: telling a visual story of your travels....
07: On Location in San Miguel de Allende
From: The Fundamentals of Travel Photography
Go out in the field and join Mr. Krist on assignment in Central Mexico to see how he puts some of the techniques you've learned into practice. By witnessing a travel photographer at work, you'll discover why a proactive approach to travel photography yields much better pictures than mere inspiration....
06: After Antietam: Photography and Medicine
From: The Great Tours: Civil War Battlefields
Examine the aftermath of Antietam, by following in the footsteps of the war’s first photographers. You’ll explore the physical and emotional trauma the battle inflicted on the men who fought there, as well as how surgeons and nurses, including Clara Barton, cared for the wounded.
05: Understand the Animal (Wildlife)
From: National Geographic Masters of Photography
Jaguars. Snow leopards. Rhinoceroses. How do wildlife photographers such as Steve Winter capture once-in-a-lifetime, emotion-filled images of such elusive-and dangerous-animals? Find out as he takes you through the essential tools and techniques he relies on, from shutter speeds designed for sports photography to understanding and anticipating an animal's behavior....
08: Light III-Introduced Light
From: Fundamentals of Photography
Mr. Sartore discusses a tricky type of light: man-made (or introduced) light. You'll learn tips for manipulating different sources of light (including firelight, car taillights, reflectors, and spotlights). Also, you'll start to see your camera's flash setting as not a pesky button but a powerful tool for creating breathtaking effects in your photography.
05: Photographing Reflections and Reflectivity
From: Fundamentals of Photography II
Reflectivity in photography, when used the right way, can transform the annoyances of reflections and glares into powerful ways to add a splash of brilliance to dark scenes and create layered images. What are the ways you can make reflections work for you instead of against you? Find out here....
02: Camera Equipment—What You Need
From: Fundamentals of Photography
To take a picture, you need to have good equipment. Here, get a no-nonsense guide to finding photography equipment-including cameras, tripods, and camera bags-that fits your needs. Also, take an in-depth look at a camera's controls and settings for everything from aperture to shutter speed to ISO (your film's sensitivity to light).
16: Animals in Action
From: The Fundamentals of Travel Photography
Turn the hardest and most prized photos for even seasoned travel photographers: animals in action. First, learn the pros of using fast and slow shutter speeds. Then, get tips on telling a story involving people and wildlife. Finally, go underwater to practice animal photography in aquatic environments....
22: Orangutans: Photographing Animal Communities
From: The National Geographic Guide to Landscape and Wildlife Photography
Join Mr. Laman for an eye-opening encounter with some of our closest relatives: orangutans. Follow him as he tries different techniques for capturing images of these animals eating, playing, fighting, and nesting. It's a lecture that highlights why there's always room to strive for improvement in wildlife photography....
03: Lenses and Focal Length
From: Fundamentals of Photography
According to Mr. Sartore, lenses are the most critical tools of photography. In this lecture, he takes you into the field and shows you different camera lenses in action. Among them: 70-200 mm (good for blurring out distracting backgrounds), rectilinear lenses (great for photographing things with minimal distortion), and wide-angle lenses (perfect for both landscapes and for shooting subjects in t...
21: Photographing a City: Philadelphia
From: The Fundamentals of Travel Photography
Go on another case study to see how the techniques of travel photography look in real life. Your destination in this lecture: the City of Brotherly Love. From City Hall to cheesesteaks to Rittenhouse Square, discover ways to capture these and other Philadelphia icons in exciting new ways....
01: Redefine Adventure (Adventure)
From: National Geographic Masters of Photography
Follow how Cory Richards's approach to adventure photography has evolved beyond capturing the pure danger of climbing into something larger. Discover ways to reveal the human element in and culture of a locale by using to your advantage techniques including silhouette, leading lines, the vastness of a landscape, and anticipation.
22: Moment, Gesture, Place (Storytelling)
From: National Geographic Masters of Photography
Follow how Cory Richards's approach to adventure photography has evolved beyond capturing the pure danger of climbing into something larger. Discover ways to reveal the human element in and culture of a locale by using to your advantage techniques including silhouette, leading lines, the vastness of a landscape, and anticipation.
20: Workflow on the Road
From: The Fundamentals of Travel Photography
A critical component of travel photography involves mundane work: securing and organizing your photographs. Join Mr. Krist for an exploration of the nitty-gritty details of workflow on the road. Remember: the more organized you are in the field, the easier it will be to share your images at home....
