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Course Curriculum
Unit 1- Beginner Camera Settings | |||
Module 1- Use the Exposure Triangle | 00:07:00 | ||
Module 2- The ISO Setting | 00:07:00 | ||
Module 3- Exposure Compensation | 00:07:00 | ||
Module 4- Basic of Aperture | 00:06:00 | ||
Module 5- Lense Apertures | 00:08:00 | ||
Unit 2- More Advanced Camera Settings | |||
Module 1- 5 Tips to Tack Sharp Focus | 00:10:00 | ||
Module 2- Choosing Right Shutter Speed | 00:03:00 | ||
Module 3- Using Histogram | 00:08:00 | ||
Module 4- Depth of Field- Compacts | 00:04:00 | ||
Module 5- Depth of Field- SLR | 00:07:00 | ||
Module 6- Camera Shake | 00:07:00 | ||
Unit 3- Improve Images with Natural Lighting | |||
Module 1- Top Shade | 00:06:00 | ||
Module 2- Dealing with the Sun when Taking Portrait | 00:03:00 | ||
Module 3- Direction of Light | 00:08:00 | ||
Module 4- Avoiding White Skies | 00:03:00 | ||
Module 5- How to Retain Ambient Light | 00:04:00 | ||
Module 6- Better Indoor Portraits Using Window Light Part 1 | 00:07:00 | ||
Module 7- Better Indoor Portraits Using Window Light Part 2 | 00:03:00 | ||
Module 8- Create a Great Look Using Backlight | 00:06:00 | ||
Module 9- How to Improve the Portraits Using a Reflector | 00:07:00 | ||
Unit 4- Improve Your Images Using Better Composition | |||
Module 1- Use the Rule of Thirds for Improved Composition | 00:05:00 | ||
Module 2- Better Composition Using Diagonal Lines | 00:08:00 | ||
Module 3- Using Leading Lines to Create More Dramatic Images | 00:08:00 | ||
Module 4- Using Repeating Patterns for More Impact | 00:03:00 | ||
Module 5- Frame within Frame | 00:03:00 | ||
Module 6- Blur the Background for More Impact | 00:03:00 | ||
Module 7- Blur the Background to Isolate Your Subject | 00:05:00 | ||
Module 8- Cluttered Backgrounds | 00:04:00 | ||
Module 9- Abstract Backgrounds | 00:03:00 | ||
Module 10- Shrubs Background | 00:03:00 | ||
Unit 5- Tips on Posing for Portraits | |||
Module 1- Full Length Posing Tips | 00:05:00 | ||
Module 2- Family or Small Group Poses- Standing Poses | 00:08:00 | ||
Module 3- Family or Small Group Poses- Seated Poses | 00:12:00 | ||
Module 4 – Individual Natural and Relaxed Female Poses | 00:08:00 | ||
Module 5- Ideas for Photographing Children, 4-6 Months Old | 00:07:00 | ||
Module 6- Ideas for Photographing Children, 9-12 Months Old | 00:07:00 | ||
Unit 6- Landscapes and Scenery | |||
Module 1- Landscape Photography tips | 00:21:00 | ||
Module 2- How to Take Better Photos in the Snow | 00:08:00 | ||
Unit 7- Flash Photography | |||
Module 1- Bouncing the Flash Part 1 | 00:05:00 | ||
Module 2- Bouncing the Flash Part 2 | 00:05:00 | ||
Module 3- Better Results Using Your Camera’s Built-in-Flash – Soften the Shadows | 00:06:00 | ||
Module 4- Balance Flash Ambient | 00:05:00 | ||
Unit 8- Information and Tips on Using Lenses | |||
Module 1- Lens focal length: Perspective | 00:05:00 | ||
Module 2- Lens Focal Length: Field of View | 00:03:00 | ||
Module 3- Lens Focal Length: Depth of Field | 00:04:00 | ||
Unit 9- Other General Techniques | |||
Module 1- Half Pressed Shutter Technique | 00:07:00 | ||
Module 2- How to Take Photos of Fireworks | 00:10:00 | ||
Module 3- Use Fashion Photographer’s Perspective | 00:01:00 | ||
Unit 10- How to Take a Flattering Profile or PR Photo | |||
Module 1- Fun and Dramatic Portrait | 00:02:00 | ||
Module 2- Refining the Basic Profile or PR Image | 00:07:00 | ||
Module 3- Basic Technique Using Top Shade | 00:04:00 | ||
Unit 11- Aperture | |||
Module 1- Introduction | 00:04:00 | ||
Module 2- Apertures Basic | 00:06:00 | ||
Module 3- Aperture Shutter Priority | 00:08:00 | ||
Unit 12- Focusing | |||
Module 1- Focusing Part 1 | 00:10:00 | ||
Module 2- Focusing Part 2 | 00:07:00 | ||
Module 3- Back Button Focusing | 00:13:00 | ||
Unit 13- Flash Settings | |||
Module 1- Basic Flash Settings | 00:06:00 | ||
Module 2- Fill Flash | 00:11:00 | ||
Module 3- Flash Sync and HSS | 00:07:00 | ||
Unit 14- Exposure and Depth of Field | |||
Module 1- Exposure Triangle | 00:07:00 | ||
Module 2- Exposure Meter Modes | 00:10:00 | ||
Module 3- Exposure Compensation | 00:07:00 | ||
Module 4- Exposure Bracketing | 00:12:00 | ||
Module 5- Depth of Field | 00:07:00 | ||
Unit 15- Histograms, ISO and Filters | |||
Module 1- Full Auto Mode | 00:05:00 | ||
Module 2- Manual Mode | 00:08:00 | ||
Module 3- ISO | 00:07:00 | ||
Module 4- Manual and Auto ISO | 00:10:00 | ||
Module 5- Histograms | 00:08:00 | ||
Module 6- White Balance | 00:10:00 | ||
Module 7- ND Filters | 00:05:00 | ||
Unit 16- Shutter Speed | |||
Module 1- Shutter Speed Basics | 00:03:00 | ||
Module 2- Shutter Speed Water | 00:02:00 | ||
Module 3- Shutter Speed Cyclist | 00:05:00 | ||
Unit 17- Landscape Photoshoot | |||
Module 1- Introduction to Landscape Photography | 00:04:00 | ||
Module 2- Landscapes Camera settings | 00:08:00 | ||
Module 3- Landscape with Colin Part 1 | 00:12:00 | ||
Module 4- Landscape with Colin Part 2 | 00:12:00 | ||
Module 5- Landscape with Colin Part 3 | 00:10:00 | ||
Module 6- Old Linslade Photoshoot | 00:02:00 | ||
Module 7- Landscape Ashridge Shoot | 00:07:00 | ||
Unit 18- Portrait Settings and File Types | |||
Module 1- Portrait Settings | 00:12:00 | ||
Module 2- RAW vs JPG | 00:11:00 |
Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed Certificate of Achievement
Learners will get an endorsed certificate of achievement (included with the course) directly at their doorstep after successfully completing the package! It should be noted that international students must pay a £10 shipping cost.
For ordering additional QLS Certificates, other than this course, the fees will be following with £10 for international shipping only
- Level 1 - £109
- Level 2 - £115
- Level 3 - £119
- Level 4 - £125
- Level 5 - £129
- Level 6 - £135
- Level 7 - £139
CPD Accredited Certification
Upon successfully completing each of the courses in this package, you will
be qualified for CPD Accredited Certificates. Certification is available –
- PDF completely free of charge
- Hard copy for £3.99 each
It should also be noted that international students must pay a £10 shipping cost.
Endorsement
The Quality Licence Scheme has endorsed this course for its high-quality, non-regulated provision and training programmes. This course is not regulated by Ofqual and is not an accredited qualification. Imperial Academy will be able to advise you on any further recognition, for example, progression routes into further and/or higher education.
Imperial Academy is an approved reselling partner for Quality Licence Scheme courses under One Education

Course Info
- Personal Development
- PRIVATE
- 1 year
- Level 7
- Number of Units84
- Number of Quizzes0
- 9 hours, 22 minutes
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