Whether you're a hobbyist, enthusiast, or an aspiring pro, discover the tools and best practices you need to take professional, high-quality photographs. This learning path teaches the basics of photography, including composition, lighting, and exposure.
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Explore the many facets of photography.
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Discover the elements that make for effective photos.
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Learn photography foundations, from exposure to lighting.
Courses
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1
Photography: First Steps37mPhotography: First Steps
By: Jim Heid
Take a tour of the core concepts of photography and the courses that will help you learn them.
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2
Introduction to Photography1h 52mIntroduction to Photography
By: Ben Long
Get a solid grounding in the skills and tools you'll need to explore the world of digital photography.
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3
Photography 1012h 10mPhotography 101
By: Joseph "PhotoJoseph" Linaschke
Understand what's going in your camera—one setting at a time. Learn how to control aperture, shutter speed, and ISO and improve your photography skills in this course.
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The Elements of Effective Photographs2h 3mThe Elements of Effective Photographs
By: Natalie Fobes
Join Pulitzer-finalist photographer Natalie Fobes as she takes you in the studio and on location to explore the elements that comprise an effective photo.
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The Art of Photo Composition43mThe Art of Photo Composition
By: Tracey Clark
Explore fundamental concepts of visual art to learn how to compose a compelling photograph, with these easy-to-follow techniques that you can practice on your own.
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Photography Foundations: Exposure (part 1)2h 40mPhotography Foundations: Exposure (part 1)
By: Ben Long
Master the fundamentals of exposure with photographer Ben Long. Discover how to go beyond your camera's auto mode to craft exposures that will capture the look you want.
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Photography Foundations: Lenses2h 32mPhotography Foundations: Lenses
By: Ben Long
Shows how to understand, choose, and properly use lenses.
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Learning Lighting: Natural Light40mLearning Lighting: Natural Light
By: Erin Manning
Learn the essential qualities of natural light that will deliver more attractive and flattering photos.
Instructors
Jim Heid
LinkedIn Learning content for creatives | LinkedIn newsletter, "The Creative Brief"
Ben Long
Photographer, writer, teacher, videographer
Joseph "PhotoJoseph" Linaschke
PhotoJoseph Studios and PhotoJoseph.com
Natalie Fobes
Owner Fobes Photography; LinkedIn Learning Instructor; Blue Earth Alliance co-founder and past-president
Tracey Clark
Author | Photographer | Instructor | Freelancer
Erin Manning
Photo Content Creator • Public Speaker • Educator • Author