Self-Paced Business of Photography 1: Choosing a Specialty
This photography course is designed for high school students aiming to become professional photographers or second shooters for weddings. With weekly assignments, students will refine their skills, explore styles, and build a portfolio.
Erika Hatfield - Next Level Photo Education
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What's included
10 pre-recorded lessons
average 23 mins per video10 weeks
of teacher support3 hrs 55 mins
total video learning hours1 year access
to the contentHomework
1-2 hours per week. Students can expect to spend 1-3 hours each week working on their photography skills. Most of this time will be taking photos for class assignments and to continue improving photography skills.Letter Grade
includedClass Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
Intermediate - Advanced Level
This 10-week course is the first in a four-part series designed to prepare high school students for a career in professional photography. Focusing on hands-on learning, students will practice photography techniques each week, covering a wide range of subjects from landscapes to portraiture. They will explore different photography specialties, participate in group projects, and work toward building a professional portfolio. Interaction will take place through weekly video lessons and discussion posts where students can share their work and receive feedback. This course is ideal for students who already know how to use manual camera settings and are ready to delve into professional-level photography. By the end of the class, students will have explored different photography specialties and have a better understanding of their potential career path. Students will engage in a self-paced, structured learning environment where new video lessons are posted weekly. Assignments include hands-on photography tasks that allow students to practice a variety of skills, from capturing moving animals to creating commercial images. Throughout the course, students will refine their skills, explore photography styles, and work on building a final portfolio that showcases their growth. Recommended course sequence: Self-Paced Level 1 Manual Camera Settings: DSLR or Mirrorless Cameras Self-Paced Business of Photography 1: Choosing a Specialty Self-Paced Business of Photography 2: Planning Your Business Self-Paced Business of Photography 3: Marketing to Launch Self-Paced Business of Photography 4: Entrepreneur Mastermind This course provides a foundational experience for students serious about entering the world of professional photography, with a focus on real-world skills and portfolio development.
Learning Goals
Learners will develop a solid understanding of various photography styles and techniques, including portrait, landscape, and commercial photography.Learners will practice working in different lighting conditions, both indoors and outdoors, and learn how to adapt their settings for each environment.
Syllabus
10 Lessons
over 10 WeeksLesson 1:
Types of photography
Students will learn about the many different types of photography we will explore in this course. 31 mins of video lessons
Lesson 2:
Photographing objects
Students will practice photographing objects of their choice. We review and practice working with different apertures to achieve different depths of field. 30 mins of video lessons
Lesson 3:
Photographing moving subjects
Students will practice photographing animals (pets and/or wildlife).
We review and practice working with different shutter speeds to capture moving animals. 37 mins of video lessons
Lesson 4:
Landscapes & nature
Students will practice photographing landscapes and things in nature.
We will complete our review of manual mode and practice bracketing exposures. 29 mins of video lessons
Other Details
Learning Needs
With a Master's in Special Education, Erika designs our courses to support diverse learners. Our hands-on, interactive lessons foster engagement, and we are open to accommodating any specific needs to ensure to ensure success.
Parental Guidance
Students will choose a cause that is important to them to create an image in the last weeks of class. Each student's own personal experiences will impact their choices and students may choose to share these only with me via message but this particular assignment may bring up a variety of more mature topics.
Pre-Requisites
Self-Paced Learn How to Use Your DSLR or Mirrorless Camera: Manual Settings
Learners don't need to be experts but should have a general understanding of apeture, shutter speed & ISO.
Supply List
A camera that allows the student to change their aperture, shutter speed, and ISO is required for this course. DSLR or mirrorless cameras are most common. Many students will be using Adobe Lightroom and Adobe Photoshop at this point in their photography education.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined April, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
1 teacher has a teaching certificate
Pennsylvania Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
1 teacher has a Graduate degree
Master's Degree in Education from Western Governors University
1 teacher has a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Phoenix
Erika is a Certified Professional Photographer with the Professional Photographers of America, and she holds two degrees in education. Her experience combines practical photography skills with a strong educational foundation, allowing us to create engaging, interactive lessons that encourage learners to express their creativity through photography. Our goal is to inspire students to explore their artistic vision while mastering essential photography techniques.Reviews
Self-Paced Course
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weekly10 pre-recorded lessons
10 weeks of teacher support
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Ages: 15-18
