Photography 101
The Foundations series
Over the last three years in the Collective, I have taught both fresh and seasoned photographers looking to grow their business and find new/innovative inspiration to advance their skills. As the Collective grew I realized there was a serious lack of accessibility to those who were starting in this industry from ground zero!
Not only was there a missing seat at the table for beginners but far too many advanced photographers were still struggling with consistency due to missing foundational pieces that were never available to them. I would see amazing work one minute, and then images that missed the mark completely, leaving photographers spiraling into a state of frustration and burnout. I knew I had to create a course that would bridge the gap, and this year my team and I set out to do just that!
The Photography 101 Series is an innovative program designed to grow with multiple lessons that meet any beginning photographer or slightly seasoned one exactly where they are on the learning curve - even those who don't own a camera yet! I’ll be teaching everything I know about how to get started in this industry, from camera bodies to iPhone photography, settings, focus, and outdoor lighting! This series has it all to find your way into the vast world of photography! Consider this program your stepping stone to the Collective monthly program.
While the Photography 101 Series is not exactly a membership it’s not a one-and-done course either! Over the next few years, I’ll be adding courses to this program that will be purchasable to 101 Members at a discount, and any new photographers down the road. Covering all the foundations to start you off on the right foot or to fill in the steps you might have missed along the way!
Photography 101
Foundations Bundle
Buy the whole bundle
for $200
The Basics
$99
Understanding Shade $75
Locations during Golden Light $75
Photography 101:
The basics
The first video in the 101 Series; The Basics, is my most packed teaching video in the series. This course is great for those who have zero ideas for how to work the settings on their DSLR camera or what the exposure triangle is. I’ll be taking you for a deep dive into all the logistics then teaching you how to put that skill to work with the key components of natural light positioning. This video is filled to the brim with key information that would help both brand new and advanced photographers who might be missing some important steps to really nail down their skill.
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Golden hour has always been the most optimal time of day for shooting in the photography industry but if shot incorrectly you still won't achieve your best work even when the light is in your favor!
Rachel breaks apart her locations and methods of light filtering/ placement in this video. From backlighting, color casting, haze, and being mindful of lighting your clients face you'll learn the foundations needed to create perfectly golden light images at every single session!
Photography 101
Ideal Locations During Golden Hour
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Join Locations during Golden Light $75
What do you do if you have to photograph a special event in the middle of the day or you have a client who is insistent on shooting during a non-ideal time of light? In this video Rachel teaches you how to shoot correctly during the white hot lighting hours of the day and how to work with the right location / shade under these non-ideal lighting circumstances.
In this video you'll see a minute by minute break down and arial footage of each shooting spot to fully understand shade / location as a whole to achieve the best images whether you are in an ideal situation or you have to work on the fly for your clients needs. This video has it all to make you a master of understanding light!
Photography 101
Understanding Shade
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Join understanding shade $75
Do you ever wish you could make time stand still for just a little longer? What I wouldn’t give to rock my babies once more and to soak up their cheesy little grins. As my oldest leaves the nest, I’m flooded with the memories of her childhood while looking back at all the photos I have taken over the years. Every parent deserves to have these types of images, the ones that capture all of their tiny details and personalities as they grow up.
While having professional photos are amazing, I wanted to help parents celebrate and remember all the in-between moments too! From your newborn’s sweet smile, your toddler's first steps, the holidays, wiggly teeth, and all the other milestones leading up to graduation.
That’s why I’ve launched an all-new series that teaches parents and caregivers how to take better photos of their own kids at home!
Kicking off this new series geared for parents and hobbyists, I’ll walk you through how to get the most out of your space using available light. Then, we’ll go over how to pose your little one and set your entry-level DSLR camera or Smart Phone for the best angles that highlight your little one’s features.
Included in this video is a guide to help you follow along and look back on while you put what you’ve learned into action. Additionally, this course has a group discussion board where you can ask me questions along with other parents learning alongside you!
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In Home Guide to
photographing
your own children
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