Advanced Lighting for Adventure Photography

via CreativeLive

Overview

Explore the dynamic world of adventure photography with the Advanced Lighting for Adventure Photography course hosted by CreativeLive. Join Red Bull Photographer Michael Clark as he demystifies the use of artificial lighting to enhance your outdoor shoots, capturing the essence of athletes in motion.

This comprehensive course goes beyond the basics, covering essential techniques like freezing action, creating motion blur, and using flash to highlight strength and style. Whether you're in rugged terrains or urban landscapes, you’ll learn to effectively scout locations, select gear, and master the technicalities of lighting in varied scenarios.

Experience real-time demonstrations with professional athletes including trail runner Dylan Bowman, cyclist Tim Johnson, and top rock climbers. Each session provides practical insights into achieving compelling compositions, managing safety, and utilizing different types of lighting equipment such as strobes and speedlights.

Key topics include:

Effective location scouting for optimal camera and lighting setups
Packing tips for different shooting environments
Identifying the best vantage points for captivating action shots
Navigating safety protocols while working with athletes
Deciding between strobes and speedlights, including advanced techniques like High Speed Sync
Professional insights into breaking into the adventure photography market
Creating visual tension and drama in your photographs

By the end of this course, participants will not only boost their technical skills but also their ability to tell powerful stories through sports and action photography. Additionally, students can submit their photographs to the Student Gallery for feedback from industry leaders Michael Clark and Chase Jarvis, enhancing both exposure and learning.

Perfect for both aspiring and seasoned photographers, this course will propel your skills and help your photography stand out in the competitive fields of action and sports. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to elevate your adventure photography to new heights.

Categories include Lighting Design, Flash Photography, Sports Photography, Action Photography, and Adventure Photography.