Become a Professional Photographer: Personalized Guidance

From 32.15 £ /h

— Methodology —

This course is designed for all levels, from beginners wanting to understand their tools to professionals seeking guidance in project development and professionalization.

— Learning Philosophy —

I believe that learning is a dialogue. My approach is flexible and adapts to your needs: field case studies, participatory guidance during creation, and targeted training on specific aspects.

Sessions are scheduled according to your needs and constraints, ideally every two weeks to maintain a good rhythm.

— First Meeting —

During our first meeting, we will define the framework, method, tools, and objectives of the training together.

— Topics Covered —

The 6 Pillars of Image Creation

• Subject: Choice and importance of the subject
• Staging: Composition and arrangement of elements
• Lighting: Use and mastery of natural and artificial light
• Viewpoint: Angles and perspectives for visual impact
• Exposure: Techniques for correct and creative exposure
• Aesthetics: Developing a consistent visual style

Preparing a Photoshoot

• Planning: Logistical and creative preparation
• Location Scouting: Choosing and evaluating locations
• Equipment: Selection and preparation of necessary gear
• Models and Outfits: Coordination with models and wardrobe selection
• Storyboard: Creating a visual scenario for the shoot with MidJourney

Natural Light

• Understanding Natural Light: Characteristics and types of natural light
• Golden Hours: Photography during the golden hours
• Using Reflectors: Techniques for directing and softening light
• Shadow Management: Creating and controlling natural shadows
• Outdoor Shooting: Practical tips for outdoor sessions

Artificial Lights

• Introduction to Artificial Light: Types of light sources
• Continuous Light vs. Flash: Advantages and disadvantages
• Lighting Techniques: Using softboxes, snoots, and other accessories
• Studio Setup: Organizing and installing studio lighting
• Creating Light Ambiances: Techniques for different visual effects

Fashion Photography

• Conceptualizing a Fashion Portrait: Ideas and inspirations
• Model Direction: Tips for directing and communicating with models
• Outfit Selection: Importance of clothing and accessories
• Lighting Usage: Specific techniques for fashion portraits
• Post-Processing: Retouching and enhancing fashion portraits

Street Photography

• Introduction to Street Photography: Concepts and ethics
• Interacting with Subjects: Techniques for approaching and photographing people in the street
• Using Natural Light: Adapting to outdoor lighting
• Dynamic Composition: Creating impactful images in urban settings
• Post-Processing: Suitable retouching for street photography

Digital Development on Lightroom or Capture One

• Introduction to Lightroom: Interface presentation and customization
• Image Import: Methods and file organization
• Image Development: White balance, exposure, contrast, etc.
• Local Adjustments: Using brushes, graduated and radial filters
• Exporting: Export settings for different uses

Project Development

• Project Conception: Ideation and planning
• Research and Inspiration: Techniques for finding creative ideas
• Production Planning: Managing time and resources
• Execution: Practical realization of the project
• Evaluation and Adjustment: Analysis and continuous improvement of the project

Photobook Editing

• Book Design: Structuring and layout
• Image Selection: Choosing photos and organizing them
• Editing Software: Using tools for creating photo books
• Online Printing Services: Comparison and use of available services
• File Preparation: Optimization for printing and publishing

Professional Equipment

• Professional Kit Overview: Description of essential equipment
• Cameras: Selection and use of different types of cameras
• Lenses: Choosing lenses for various situations
• Essential Accessories: Tripods, filters, flashes, etc.
• Equipment Maintenance and Management: Techniques for maintaining and protecting gear

The Photography Profession: Market Dynamics

• Fashion Photography: Understanding the expectations of magazines, modeling agencies, and fashion brands. Techniques for portfolio presentation and collaboration with stylists and makeup artists.
• Wedding Photography: Organization and management of events, interaction with clients, and specific marketing strategies.
• Product Photography: Collaboration with businesses for product photography aimed at advertising and online sales. Techniques for staging and lighting.
• Editorial Photography: Working with magazine and newspaper editors, designing photo reports, and meeting publication deadlines.
• Corporate Photography: Creating corporate portraits, covering professional events, and creating visual content for companies.
• Art Photography: Exhibiting in galleries, participating in competitions and festivals, and selling photographic art.

The Photography Profession: Freelance Dynamics

• Portfolio Creation: Selecting and presenting the best works to attract clients and collaborations.
• Marketing Strategies: Using social media, creating a professional website, and developing a personal brand.
• Professional Networking: Importance of industry relationships, participating in events and online/offline communities.
• Client Management: Communication techniques, managing expectations, and maintaining long-term client relationships.
• Legal and Financial Aspects: Understanding contracts, copyrights, invoicing, and financial management as a freelance.
• Continuous Development: Ongoing training, technological watch, and adaptation to new trends and technologies.

Extra information

Location

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At student's location :

Around Woluwe-Saint-Pierre - Sint-Pieters-Woluwe, Belgium

At teacher's location :

Rue Valduc, Auderghem, Belgique

Online from Belgium

About Me

Photographer, director, cinematographer, and audiovisual entrepreneur, I am the founder of LeGrow.Studio, a production agency specializing in broadcast, and ASBL Galerie l’Escalade, an independent gallery that energizes the photographic community in Brussels. I have directed 3 live broadcast shows, 1 documentary, 50+ interviews, 8 fiction short films, and worked for clients like BOZAR, the Brussels Parliament, TEDxBrussels, the European Commission, SMart Belgium, and Euronews.

Education

• Université Libre de Bruxelles: Master’s in screenwriting and film analysis
• ENS Louis-Lumière: Training in cinema imaging techniques
• Haute Ecole Libre de Bruxelles: Training in cinema and television imaging techniques
• Prague Film School: Training in cinema (directing, imaging, editing, writing, sound)

Experience / Qualifications

• Co-founder, Production Team Leader, and CTO - Studio (2021 - present)
• Created a multicam broadcast studio and implemented complex workflows.
• Director of Photography and AI expert for various high-level projects.
• Freelance filmmaker (2017 - 2021)
• Assistant fashion photographer and videographer for “Natan Couture”

Age

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

60 minutes

120 minutes

The class is taught in

French

English

Dutch

Skills

Photography

Adobe lightroom

Adobe photoshop

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Create Your Film or Video Project from A to Z, from Writing to Distribution: Personalized Guidance

107.18 £ /h

— Methodology —

This course is designed for all levels, from beginners wanting to start their first project to professionals looking to refine their creative vision.

— Learning Philosophy —

I believe that learning is a dialogue. My approach is flexible and adapts to your needs: field case studies, participatory guidance during creation, and targeted training on specific aspects.

Sessions are scheduled according to your needs and constraints, ideally every two weeks to maintain a good rhythm.

— First Meeting —

During our first meeting, we will define the framework, method, tools, and objectives of the training together.

— Topics Covered —

Preparation

• Defining the specifications, objectives, and intentions
• Concept development
• Research
• Pre-existing similar projects
• Narrative/visual aesthetics, inspirations
• Directing concepts: the director’s responsibilities
• Production concepts: the producer’s responsibilities

Scriptwriting/Outline

• Formatting
• Structure
• Dialogues
• Effective formulas

Budgeting

• Breakdown

Preproduction

• Theoretical concepts: the hierarchy of a production
• Responsibilities of a production manager and assistant director
• Artistic direction
• Storyboarding and image grammar
• Scouting (technical)
• Material preparation, rental management
• Workflow
• Rehearsals

Shooting

• Sound recording
• Mastering the camera and viewpoint
• Visual storytelling
• Using light to influence emotions
• Building a cinematic image
• Directing actors

Postproduction

• Editing: techniques and grammar
• Sound design: sound effects, audio narration
• Interaction with a music composer
• Color grading: the power of image treatment and visual aesthetics
• Introduction to special effects with After Effects

Become a Pro on Premiere Pro, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve: Personalized Guidance

107.18 £ /h

— Methodology —

This course is designed for all levels, from beginners wanting to understand their tools to professionals looking to perfect their creative vision.

— Learning Philosophy —

I believe that learning is a dialogue. My approach is flexible and adapts to your needs: field case studies, participatory guidance during creation, and targeted training on specific aspects.

Sessions are scheduled according to your needs and constraints, ideally every two weeks to maintain a good rhythm.

— First Meeting —

During our first meeting, we will define the framework, method, tools, and objectives of the training together.

— Topics Covered —

Basics of Editing

• Introduction to editing software (Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve)
• User interface and customization: Learn to personalize the interface according to your needs
• Managing workspaces: Organize different panels and windows
• Multi-screen usage: Optimize the use of multiple screens for an efficient workflow

Editing Theory

• Basic principles of editing: Fundamental rules and techniques
• Narration and storytelling: How to structure a story through editing
• Transitions and cuts: Types of transitions and their use
• Rhythm and tempo: Importance of timing in video editing

Workflow Management

• Project planning: Create an editing plan and organize rushes
• Media import: Techniques for importing files from various sources
• Media organization: Sorting and managing files within the software
• Backup and archiving: Strategies for saving and archiving projects

Post-Production Organization

• Project structure: How to organize projects for effective post-production
• Collaboration and sharing: Techniques for team collaboration and file sharing
• Version management: Tracking different versions of a project
• Export and delivery: Preparing files for export and client delivery

Special Effects on After Effects

• Introduction to After Effects: Interface presentation and basic tools
• Green screen and compositing: Chroma key techniques and element integration
• 2D & 3D Tracking: Motion tracking to integrate elements into moving scenes
• Rotoscoping and puppeting: Techniques for isolating elements and animating characters
• 2D Animation and layering: Creating 2D animations and using layers
• Fusion masks: Using masks for complex and precise effects

Color Grading on DaVinci Resolve

• Introduction to color grading: Interface presentation and grading tools
• White balance and color correction: Techniques for adjusting colorimetry
• Curves and levels: Using curves for precise corrections
• Primary and secondary correction: Different stages of color correction
• Advanced grading effects: Using LUTs, vignetting effects, etc.
• Exporting graded projects: Preparing files for final export

Renaud

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Razvan

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Mohammed

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Take in hand Bridge and Camera Raw, which, by the way, have nothing to envy to Photoshop when it comes to organizing, viewing, selecting and processing large quantities of images.

Finally enter Photoshop by the photographic door by adapting it to your needs, by appropriating it and understanding its philosophy. What is a layer, what is a mask? I take you to the heart of Photoshop and showcases situations specific to the photography professions during which you will be free to apply the knowledge acquired.

Brother

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Romain

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- To apprehend the interface and to master it by keyboard shortcuts
- Manage your creation time to be sure of the result
- To leave with finished projects

I want to make people want to create by meeting their needs for understanding sometimes complicated software.

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Vidhi

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Noemí

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Julie

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The MS Office Suite:

-Word
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Elisa

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Good day to you :)

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Importing & Organizing – Everything about file formats, storing your images correctly, and organizing them in Lightroom.

Editing – The key adjustments (exposure, contrast, great skin tones, straightening lines, etc.).

Advanced Editing – Dive into retouching, filters, masks and presets.

Exporting & Workflow – Create a consistent workflow and export your images for the right purposes.

If your needs are different from what’s listed above, send me a message, and we’ll create a personalized schedule.

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- Photographic technique: handling your camera, settings, light, composition, post-processing
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- Series creation / Artistic project: helping you structure an idea, build a strong visual story, and bring your artistic approach to fruition

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Where? In person (depending on your location) or online.

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