Photography 101

Photography 101 This is the ultimate tutorial for anyone looking to get into photography. Take part in our hands-on learning process by joining us at over 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 with practice.

Jump into the World of Photography

What Makes a Great Photo Special?

Modern photographers have many tools at their disposal: every month new accessories and cameras are introduced. How important is it? 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. Enhance what makes you unique and how you view the world.
Business vs. Passion

Have you ever thought about quitting your job to pursue a career in 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? Find out how to express your vision and create work that is uniquely yours.

How light is measured

Understanding light is the key to creating authoritative art. 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

Histograms are an essential part of photography that is often ignored. They show the color and light information in the image. This simple concept is essential and will help you to avoid overexposed photos.
There is nothing “Correct Exposure.”

Sometimes it’s OK for a photo to be “too bright” Oder “too dark.” You can learn the rules and then break 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 The physical camera is covered in detail. It also includes helpful tips and tricks to help you get more out of your shots.
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 do you make a camera work for you? You will learn how to use every feature of a modern camera.
Image Quality

You can download and compare images from various cameras, including smartphones and medium format digital backs. Compare the quality of images from different camera types.

Auto Mode

Auto mode is a great way to get started. Auto Mode lets you focus on the subject by letting the camera choose the best settings. We will be discussing the pros and disadvantages of using Auto Mode to shoot.
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. To get the best out of your images, learn when to use Aperture Priority.
Priority Shutter Speed

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 is able to excel in many 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.

Find out more about focal lengths

As we look at lenses of different focal lengths, join the Phlearn Team. We will be covering Macro, Wide Standard Telephoto, Telephoto and Super Telephoto lenses in detail.
Kit vs. Pro Lenses

You will notice a significant difference when you make the switch from an economic to a more luxurious lifestyle. ‘kit’ Lenses with a higher cost ‘pro’ lens? Find out the benefits and drawbacks of both lenses and download images from both entry-level as well as pro-level lenses.
Which 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

Modern lenses allow you to choose between 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? You will learn techniques that can help you focus properly in many situations, including subject movement and camera shake.
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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Certain 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! You can see the iPhone 7 Plus and Hasselblad 500C/M Film Camera competing side-by-side. 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 can be great in different situations. This tutorial contains full-resolution RAW photos that can be downloaded so you can compare the images side-by.
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

The most important quality in a camera is its image quality. 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 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 photoshoot a success.
Behind the Scenes

You can view every part of a photo production in our on-set videos, which are shot from multiple angles. Take a look behind the scenes at the entire production.
Unscripted & Real

You want to see how a photographer interacts during a photo shoot with models and crew? It’s possible to see it all in real time, and you will be able to appreciate the subtleties often left out. “Edited Version.”