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Become a Photographer

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.
Learn the foundations of photography, from exposure to lenses.
Master the elements of taking great photos.
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18 Hours of expert-created video tutorials
Practice to reinforce what you learned
Certify your achievement
Advance your career
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Photography: First Steps with Jim Heid

39m 52s • COURSE
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Introduction to Photography with Ben Long

1h 52m • COURSE
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The Elements of Effective Photographs with Natalie Fobes

1h 36m • COURSE
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Photography 101 with Joseph "PhotoJoseph" Linaschke

2h 10m • COURSE
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Photography Foundations: Exposure with Ben Long

3h 24m • COURSE
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Photography Foundations: Lenses with Ben Long

2h 33m • COURSE
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Photography: Exploring Composition with Taz Tally

2h 38m • COURSE
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Learning Lighting: Natural Light with Erin Manning

41m 2s • COURSE
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course illustration for Learning Studio Lights and Flash Lighting

Learning Studio Lights and Flash Lighting with Erin Manning

51m 57s • COURSE
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Introduction to Photography: Lightroom and Photoshop with Ben Long

1h 31m • COURSE

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