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

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Photography: First Steps with Jim Heid

A tour of the core concepts of photography and the courses that will help you learn them.

39m 52s • COURSE

Introduction to Photography with Ben Long

Get a solid grounding in the skills and tools you'll need to explore the world of digital photography.

1h 52m • COURSE

The Elements of Effective Photographs with Natalie Fobes

Pulitzer-nominated photographer Natalie Fobes takes viewers into the studio and on location to explore the elements that combine to make an effective photo.

1h 36m • COURSE

Photography 101 with 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 Photography 101.

2h 10m • COURSE

Photography Foundations: Exposure with Ben Long

Understand how shutter speed, aperture, and ISO settings relate to one another, and how these settings expand your artistic options with any photograph.

3h 24m • COURSE