Zack Arias – Studio 101: The Craft of Portrait Photography

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Studio 101 

The Craft of Portrait Photography

Award-winning editorial photographer, Zack Arias, gives you every tool and technique you’ll need to get started taking beautiful portraits with budget-friendly equipment – all while building your confidence and poise on set.

What’s Included?

• 7 Hrs, 44 Mins
  Broken up into 9 topic-focused modules so you can learn at your own pace.
• 16 Downloads
  The entire course is available to download so you can learn on the go.
• 61 Videos
  To help you easily navigate through the course. Watch them in order or skip around.

What You’ll Learn

01 Lighting Introduction

There are so many different types of lighting, and so many different ways that photographers can use light. In this section, Zack breaks it down to help us understand which type of light creates which mood, and how to use light to create the look you’re going for. Understanding these techniques will not only boost your confidence on set, but also completely elevate your portrait work.

Lessons in this module

• Introduction
• Lighting Introduction
• Pros & Cons to Different Kinds of Light

Includes 1 Download

• Lighting Introduction

02 Gear Essentials for Cameras & Lenses

In this section, Zack shows us the different kinds of cameras on the market today. He takes us through which specifications to look for when purchasing your own, and goes over which lenses you’ll need as a portrait photographer and why. Your search will become incredibly less overwhelming after hearing his recommendations and direction!

Lessons in this module

• Introduction
• Camera Bodies
• Camera Lenses
• Comparing Lenses 24mm-200mm Shooting Demo
• Comparing Lenses 24mm-200mm Results
• Lens Comparision Bonus Video

Includes 1 Download

• Gear Essentials: Cameras & Lenses

03 Gear Essentials for Lighting

The moment you start searching for lighting equipment online, you’ll find yourself overwhelmed and intimidated by how many options there are out there. Zack breaks it down to the essential equipment you’ll need that’s easy to find and doesn’t break the bank. Creating a basic kit that you can use on a daily basis will ease your mind and help you get started with taking beautiful portraits – instead of endlessly searching for the right gear.

Lessons in this module

• Introduction
• Hot Shoe Flash, Strobes and Continuous Light
• Major Brands & Zack’s Recommendations
• The Different Mounting Systems for Modifiers and Why It’s Important
• Mounting Lights onto Stands
• Lightstands, C-Stands & When to Use Which One
• Gear Conclusion

Includes 1 Download

• Gear Essentials for Lighting

04 Finding Your Exposure When Working with Lighting

Mastering the five aspects of exposure can feel like a daunting task to most new photographers. In this section, Zack shows us step-by-step how to find the right settings for our ISO, aperture, shutter speed, flash power, and flash-to-subject distance when working with studio lighting. These numbers will no longer feel confusing after you learn Zack’s system for exposure control, and your shoots will become fluid and painless.

Lessons in this module

• Introduction
• Five Aspects of Exposure Control
• Flash Power
• Inverse Square Law
• ISO
• ISO and Flash Power
• Finding Exposure Demo – Part 1
• Finding Exposure Demo – Part 2
• Closing

Includes 4 Downloads

• Exposure Chart 1
• Exposure Chart 2
• Finding Your Exposure 1
• Finding Your Exposure 2

05 Understanding Modifiers

There is an incredible number of modifiers available for studio lighting, so how do photographers know which one to use when? Zack walks us through all the different types of modifiers, their similarities, their differences, and what they’re used for. He also explains how and where to place a modifier on set and how to use them to create completely different looks.

Lessons in this module

• Introduction
• Umbrellas
• Mounting Umbrellas
• Softboxes
• Constructing Modifiers
• Creative Modifiers
• Shooting With Modifers
• 60” Umbrella Shooting Demo
• Octabox Shooting Demo
• Strip Bank with Grid Shooting Demo
• Reflector with Grid Shooting Demo

Includes 2 Downloads

• Understanding Modifiers 1
• Understanding Modifiers 2

06 Getting Started with a Simple Light Source

In this section, Zack shows us the lighting set up he brings to every shoot: The 60 inch convertible umbrella. The best part? It only costs $30! Learn how to master Zack’s technique and watch as he creates a variety of different looks with just one simple light.

Lessons in this module

• Introduction
• Seven Looks with One Light
• Sync Speed Explained
• What You’ll Need To Get Started

Includes 2 Downloads

• Field Book
• Getting Started with a Simple Light Source

07 Building Your Confidence as a Photographer 

It is no secret that embarking on a journey in photography is not easy. The best way to become a confident photographer is to know that you’re not alone in the struggles, frustration, and fear that can rise up while you’re on this path. In this section, Zack shares some of his own struggles and gives you insight on how to overcome what is holding you back.

Lessons in this module

• Introduction
• Confidence

Includes 1 Download

• Building Your Confidence as a Photographer

08 Portrait Session Indoors
 
Watch as Zack executes a photoshoot in the studio using the techniques and tools covered in past lessons. See how he uses different lighting set ups and modifiers while putting the fundamentals in action to create incredible portraits.

Lessons in this module

• Introduction
• Interview with Subject
• Simple Set Up
• Two Light Setup Head Shots
• Troubleshooting Main + Fill Light Ratios
• Headshot with Pure White Background
• Creating Dramatic Light
• Full Body on White Setup
• Full Body on White Demo
• White on White Look
• Retouching Backgrounds

Includes 2 Downloads

• Portrait Session Indoors 1
• Portrait Session Indoors 2

09 Portrait Session Outdoors

Follow along on location as Zack shoots headshots and editorial looks for his client, Jesse in the alleyways of Los Angeles. Learn how Zack uses natural light and studio lighting on location to create a diverse set of images any client will love.

Lessons in this module

• Introduction
• One Light Headshot
• Using Natural Light & Window Reflections
• Dramatic Outdoor Portraits with Flash
• Outdoor Alleyway
• The Effects of Exposure on the Sky
• High Speed Sync Outdoors
• Wrap Up

Includes 2 Downloads

• Portrait Session Outdoors 1
• Portrait Session Outdoors 2

The Craft of Portrait Photography

Award-winning editorial photographer, Zack Arias has built a portrait education series centered around understanding and mastering the foundations of portrait photography and laying the groundwork you’ll need to grow as a photographer. Whether you are in photography as a craft or as a profession, there is one thing for certain: you need to understand these basic principles in order to progress in your portrait work. This course will give you every tool and technique you’ll need to get started taking beautiful portraits with budget-friendly equipment – all while building your confidence and poise on set.

This fundamental series takes you through gear essentials for cameras, lenses, and lighting, including how to choose the right gear and why they are important. Master all the aspects of exposure control like ISO, aperture, shutter speed, flash power and flash-to-subject distance and never wonder about your settings again! Learn Zack’s techniques for shaping light to create different moods, and how to approach different modifiers to achieve the look you’re going for. Lastly, follow along as Zack executes two full shoots: one indoors, and one outdoors, and see these fundamentals in action.

If the staggering amount of information about photography, gear, and lighting on the internet has left you feeling overwhelmed and intimidated, you’ve come to the right place. When you reach the end of this series, you’ll find your skill level to be eminently elevated and your confidence behind the lens will be higher than ever before. Investing in this course means investing in yourself, your knowledge, and your success as a portrait photographer.

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