Course overview
- Provider
- Domestika
- Course type
- Paid course
- Level
- Beginner
- Deadline
- Flexible
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Lessons
- 16 lessons
- Certificate
- Available on completion
- Course author
- Sandra Holmes
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Fresh images full of color and personality reign on social media. That’s why flat lay photography has become one of the hottest trends in recent years because it allows you to elaborate highly descriptive scenes and tell a first-person story through composition and light.
In this course, learn how to photograph and edit a flat lay photo with your phone to share on Instagram. Join product photographer Sandra Holmes and discover the secrets behind this adaptation of traditional still lifes for social media.
Description
Sandra starts the course by introducing herself and describes how photography made an impression on her life. She also shows you some of her biggest influences throughout her career and gives you a brief overview of what’s covered in the course.
Then, explore the concept of a flat lay and understand why you need to have a clear idea before you shoot these types of photos. Once you've defined your main idea, decide on other creative aspects such as photographic elements, composition, light, colors, etc.
In the next unit, continue to lay the groundwork and further define details for your concept by creating a mood board and a sketch. Then it’s time to jump into action: adjust your camera’s settings, lay out your objects, and follow Sandra’s tips to shoot an amazing flat lay photo.
Finish the course by learning how to select, organize, and edit your photos in Lightroom. Sandra also shows you how to export your photos and speed up your workflow by creating camera presets. Top off the course with some tricks on how to curate the perfect Instagram feed.
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