Here we are going to take a few minutes to talk about how we can…use composition to create and tell interesting stories.…We are in a fascinating location.…We have some good train tracks and this old train bridge.…We are going to explore how we can work with our camera in order to try to…create or tell a story in this context.…Now whenever I get the context I start to try to observe what do I have to work with.…Whenever you have roads or lines or the train tracks like this and you have these…interesting reading lines,…I think I need to do something with that, so I start to experiment with my camera.…
Now sometimes you can experiment or move your camera in a way that becomes a…little bit awkwad and we have to think about the edges of our frames. zyou can…cut something off, it's almost like a knife, and if there's something on the edge…it's just disoriented.…So we then have to reposition what we're doing to make it look a little bit more…appealing, to let the viewer relax a little bit.…Now we want to think about our subject matter and brightness value. What are on those edges?…
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5/27/2011In this first installment, Chris lays the groundwork for the series. The course begins with a discussion of portraiture and the characteristics that make an effective, story-filled portrait. Chris then explains the importance of establishing a connection with a subject and identifying those details that will help tell his or her story. Next, he explores elements such as location, natural lighting, and composition. The course concludes with an exploration of gear: the creative options that various lenses and cameras provide, and techniques for shooting efficiently and unobtrusively.
- The elements of narrative portraiture
- Choosing locations and working with natural light
- Connecting with your subject to better tell a story
- Composition strategies
- Choosing lenses and selecting gear for a shoot
- Camera-handling tips
Skill Level Beginner
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Welcome
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Welcome1m 32s
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1. Looking at Portraiture
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The power of portraits1m 34s
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2. Stories and Subjects
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Connecting with your subject7m 54s
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Working with locations7m 6s
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3. Lighting Considerations
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Not all light is visible1m 7s
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Seizing golden opportunities1m 47s
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Shooting with window light1m 26s
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4. Composition Considerations
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Thinking about composition2m 18s
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Composition and the story7m 23s
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5. Gear Considerations
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Understanding camera bodies6m 23s
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Choosing lenses5m 18s
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Camera handling tips3m 12s
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Conclusion
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Further resources3m 27s
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Conclusion57s
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