Photography 101

Photography 101 This is the ultimate tutorial for anyone looking to get into photography. For a hands-on approach, join our team and we will be shooting at more than 20 locations.

To capture the beauty in your surroundings, learn the basics of camera-use.

Our experiential approach is a combination of studio instruction and on-location guidance. It allows you to fuse theory and practice.

Jump into the World of Photography

What makes a great photo?

Modern photographers have many tools at their disposal: every month new accessories and cameras are introduced. What are the most important? What makes a great photo? Learn how today’s photographers choose their tools sparingly but wisely to protect their wallet without compromising their work.
Mirror between Worlds

While a camera is important when it comes to capturing a photo, it won’t make creative decisions for you. You can enhance the uniqueness of you and your view of the world by learning to improve it.
Business vs. Passion

Consider quitting your job to make a career of photography. Learn best practices and possible pratfalls from professionals who’ve made the transition.
Create a Style

How can you make your photos stand apart from the rest? How can you preserve your unique style and elevate the final product? Discover how to create art that reflects your artistic vision.

How light is measured

It is crucial to understand light in order to create authoritative work. Become acquainted with the F-Stop–which is the unit for measuring light–and see how measuring and wielding light can refine the beauty of your images.
Understanding the Histogram

The histogram is an important but often overlooked part of photography. It shows the light and color information within the photo. You can stop over-exposed images by mastering this simple but essential concept.
There is no “Correct Exposure.”

Sometimes, it’s okay for a photograph to be “too bright” Oder “too dark.” To break the rules, you must first learn them. Photography is all about creativity, so don’t be afraid to push the boundaries!
Shutter Speed, Aperture & ISO

Because light can vary greatly from one place to another, adaptability is a key skill for photographers. Luckily it’s not just guesswork. We’ll teach you how to use shutter speed, aperture, and ISO to get the perfect exposure for any environment.

Mirror between Worlds

While a camera is important when it comes to capturing a photo, it won’t make creative decisions for you.

The Physical Camera

Modern digital cameras have many buttons, dials, knobs, and other features. Photography 101 This article explains the basics of the physical camera and gives you helpful tips to make your shooting more powerful.
Compare Sensor Sizes

Cameras are not all created equal. Learn the difference between camera types including Film, Smart Phones, Point & Shoots, Entry-level DSLRs, Pro-level DSLRs, Mirrorless, and Medium Format cameras.
Menus, Options & Preferences

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A modern camera can offer hundreds of different options and preferences. How can you get a camera that works best for you? You will learn how to use every feature of a modern camera.
Image Quality

Compare images taken with a variety of cameras, from smartphones to medium-format digital backs. Compare the quality of images from different camera types.

Auto Mode

Auto mode is an excellent place to begin. Auto Mode allows you to concentrate on your subject while the camera selects the best settings. This tutorial will discuss the pros and cons to shooting in Auto Mode.
Priority Aperture

Aperture Priority Mode Av A (Av A) allows you to select the aperture. The camera handles the rest of the settings in order to achieve a correct exposure. Aperture Priority is a great way to maximize the value of your images.
Shutter speed priority

Shutter Speed Priority is a feature that allows you to choose your shutter speed. The camera will then select both ISO and Aperture in order to produce a properly exposed photo. Shutter Speed Priority excels in a variety situations.
Manual Mode

You are responsible for selecting the correct settings to achieve a good exposure in Manual Mode. This mode is more user-friendly than other modes, but it requires some knowledge.

Learn more about Focal Lengths

As we look at lenses of different focal lengths, join the Phlearn Team. Every focal length has its own applications. In this tutorial we will cover Macro, Wide Standard, Telephoto, Telephoto, and Super-Telephoto lenses in detail.
Kit vs. Pro Lenses

Are you able to see a difference in your life when you move from an economical environment? ‘kit’ Lenses at a higher price ‘pro’ lens? Learn the pros and cons of each and download images taken with both pro-level and entry-level lenses.
What lens should I use?

We will be exploring a wide range of lenses and cameras with downloadable images in this tutorial. By examining images shot with focal lengths varying from 16mm-300mm, and apertures from f/1.2-f/22, you’ll be able to see the effect each lens has on its target and learn to choose the right lens for the job.
Buying advice

Which lenses are required and which are luxury? Renting is better than buying. We’ll show you how to make smart decisions and stay within your budget while getting the most out of the today’s products.

Manual vs. Auto Focus

Many modern lenses can shoot in Manual Focus or Automatic Focus. Manual Focus, while more common, offers more control and options than Auto Focus. We’ll explore which focus mode to use and when it’s best to use them.
Learn Focus Techniques

It is easy to focus on a still subject. But what about when the subject moves? There are many techniques you can use to achieve focus in all situations.
Depth of Field

Depth-of-field is how much of an image remains in focus. DoF can be affected by many factors, such as aperture, focal length and distance, sensor size, and sensor size. How to make Depth of Field draw more attention on your subject.
Focus Stacking

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Some applications require the ability to extend the Depth of Field beyond what the lens can handle. You can use Photoshop and photography to stack images and increase the area of focus in a photo.

Smartphone to Medium Format

It’s a shoot-out! It’s a shoot-out! We’ll keep the setting and natural light consistent from one camera to the next to give you the most accurate look at their capabilities.
Compare and Download Images

There is no such thing as the ‘Best Camera”. Different cameras work in different situations. You can download full-resolution RAW images in this tutorial so that you can compare them side-by-side.
Camera Breakdown

Camera analysis includes more than just shooting with each type of camera. We also examine each camera in depth and break down different qualities including Low Light Performance, Ease of Use, Cost, Customizability, Interchangeable Lenses, Control over Camera & Image Quality.
Image Quality

Image quality is the most important quality for a camera. To help you select the right camera for you, compare quality across different manufacturers and formats.

Extended Content

Behind every image you see, there’s a batch of rejects. One of the most important aspects of photography is choosing your own work. Here’s a peek at the process of narrowing down hundreds of photos to create a representative showcase.
Tips & Techniques

Even the most experienced photographer will find learning opportunities in every shoot. These video shoots are packed with tips and tricks that will make your next shoot as successful as possible.
Behind the Scenes

On-set videos are shot using multiple camera angles to show every aspect of a production. Here’s a behind-the scenes look at the whole production.
Unscripted & Real

How does a photographer interact with models and crew on a photo shoot? It’s possible to see it all in real time, and you will be able to appreciate the subtle nuances often left out. “Edited Version.”