KelbyOne Courses
Getting Your Best Footage And Editing in GoPro Studio
Take your GoPro capture skills to the next level with Mia McCormick! In this class Mia builds on her previous GoPro class to share tips and techniques for capturing the best still images and footage with your GoPro, and then how to use the free GoPro Studio software to create a finished video project. Mia starts off by covering some key considerations for making your camera setting decisions, as well as her favorite must-have accessories, before diving into showing you how to complete a project using GoPro Studio.
The Art of Digital Photography: The Inspirational Series with John Keatley
Join Mia McCormick and John Keatley as they sit down to discuss John's inspiring career as an advertising and celebrity portrait photographer. John has developed a style that is as fun as it is creative, and yet very real. John has photographed celebrities, athletes, and politicians, and his work has appeared in publications ranging from Rolling Stone to Wired. Spend an hour learning about how John got started, how he developed and stays true to his style, how he's dealt with some of the fears all creatives face, and so much more.
Edge Code Basics
Adobe's Edge Code is a lightweight code editor that is made for writing HTML, CSS, and Javascript. Join David LaFontaine as he helps you get oriented to the Edge Code interface, teaches you time saving shortcuts that makes the process of creating clean code easier, explains the differences and similarities between Edge Code and Brackets, and introduces you to one of the Adobe Product Managers responsible for these web tools who will share some of his insights into how to use these products more effectively.
Dreamweaver: Next Steps
In this course, you will learn how to create a variety of different page layouts using html and css. Begin in Photoshop and move on to Dreamweaver. Discover the different layout features used in Dreamweaver, as well as how layouts can give you a headstart in your designs. Also, how to optimize your finished web pages for viewing on tablets and smart phones.
MASTER FX: Maleficent Character Effects in Photoshop
Take your Photoshop effects skills to the next level with the first class in a new series from Corey Barker! Each Master FX class is a project-based course where you will learn how to do something creative as well as use an assortment of Photoshop tools in ways you might not have thought of before. The project in this class was inspired by the movie Maleficent, and Corey demonstrates, step-by-step, how you can start with a simple portrait and take a creative journey in Photoshop that involves seamlessly incorporating elements from other sources as well as creating new elements from scratch. By the end of the class you'll be looking at using Photoshop in entirely new ways.
Shooting Sports Physiques on Location: Post Production
In the first part of this class Glyn Dewis showed you how to capture a wide range of shots on location in a boxing gym. Join Glyn back in the studio as he shares his post processing techniques and retouching tips and tricks as he works on each of the photos from the shoot. The goal is to deliver final images that are true and realistic, so post processing is minimal and focuses on finessing the results captured in camera to bring out the best in the subjects and location.
Shooting Sports Physiques on Location
Join Glyn Dewis on location in a boxing gym as he teaches you a variety of ways to photograph muscular physiques that make them look fantastic! Glyn walks you through his gear, five different lighting setups, and all the while sharing his tips and tricks about how to find the best angles in tight spaces and keep your footprint small so as not to interfere with other people training. Whether you are looking for a new personal project to build your portfolio or new ways to expand your commercial photographic offerings, the lessons learned apply equally, and Glyn's focus on building trust with the athletes and facilities will help you get the shots you want and get invited back to do more. Be sure to check out the second part of this class where Glyn demonstrates the post processing required to complete each of the shots.
Getting Started with Dreamweaver
Take control of your website by learning Dreamweaver CC. Join Janine Warner, author of Dreamweaver for Dummies, as she teaches you the basic skills every Dreamweaver user needs to know to start building and managing a website. Whether you are completely new to Dreamweaver or just looking for a refresher, Janine will take you step-by-step through the process of setting up a simple website, creating new pages, adding and formatting text, inserting images, controlling the layout, and then linking it all together. By the end of the class you'll have the foundational skills you need to take you to the next level.
Taming Natural Light
Natural light is all around us, but it is up to the photographer to control it in order to make a beautiful portrait. Join Erik Valind as he shows you how to tame that natural light, from direct noontime sun to overcast and shadowless days, and capture killer portraits with little more than just your camera and a reflector. No speedlights or strobes are required for this class. Erik teaches you about the factors that you can control, and then walks you various techniques you can use through a series of real world demonstrations, each one building on the last, that will give you the skills to start seeing and using natural light in new ways.
Adobe Encore: In-Depth
Greg Mulvey has been authoring DVDs since the late '90s, and in this course he will teach you how to use Adobe Encore to bring any project to life. Greg will go through the steps on how to create motion menus in after effects, pop up menus for Blu-ray, as well as publishing the full version of your project to the web.
Active Lifestyle Photography
Get up and moving with Erik Valind in his latest class on active lifestyle photography! Lifestyle photography is all about capturing believable moments and showing that ideal reality in an image. When done right it should make you want to jump into the photograph and join the people in the picture. In this class Erik takes you through the basics of planning for your shoot, doing your research, and selecting your gear, and then moves through a variety of locations and activities to demonstrate how it works in the real world. Working with natural light, reflectors, studio strobes, and speedlights, you'll get a good handle on how to tailor your lighting to fit the mood of the scene, so you can capture those hero images showing the peak of action.
What's New in Photoshop CC 2015
Join Corey as he gets you up to speed with all the newest features in the new Photoshop CC 2015 June update. This new update largely caters to designers who use Photoshop by adding new features like Artboards and enhanced layer styles but photographers will also be intrigued by the new blur and content-aware features plus so much more. Be the first to master these new features today.
Trailblazers: Powerful Women of Photography the Sharon Farmer Interview
Sharon Farmer's interest in pursuing photography was sparked by a visit to darkroom while in college. This would lead her down a path to becoming a photographer for the White House in 1993, where she eventually became the Director of White House Photography in 1999, and the first African American and first woman to fill that role. Prior to her time at the White House, Sharon began her career as a freelance photographer and went on to work for the Associated Press, the Washington Post, and the Smithsonian Institute, to name a few, where she covered news, politics, and cultural events. Sharon's photography has been exhibited in museums across the USA. Her tenacity and perceverance, as well as her warmth and her intelligence, is an inspiration to us all.
Sharon Farmer
Release Date 2015-06-11
Becoming a Marketing Genius at Photography
Learn how to thrive in the marketplace! There's no talk of f-stops or lighting in this class. Join Joel Grimes for a cold hard look at what it takes to go from sitting in the stands to playing on the field by upping your marketing game. It is possible for you to make a living in photography, but it takes more than just being a good photographer. You need also need to be good at marketing yourself, your work, and what you can do that sets you apart from your competition. Joel shares the wisdom he's learned and earned from years of knocking on doors, making cold calls, and (eventually) getting the clients he was after. If he can do it, so can you.
An Analysis of Light Shaping Tools
The job of a light modifier is to take a raw blast of light and shape it, contain it, and make it work for the kind of shot you are trying to create. Join Joe McNally for a clinical look at a range of light shaping tools in a sterile studio environment to help inform your ability to extrapolate out their performance into the real world. Starting with a series of light modifiers for small flash, Joe demonstrates how each one works while using the same subject, and catalogs the effect each light shaping tool has on the light source and the subject. From there Joe moves on to analyze a series of light modifiers designed for studio strobes in the same circumstances. When the analysis is complete it is time to move the lights, light shaping tools, and subject out into a variety of real world locations to put what has been learned into practice.
High End Skin Retouching - Start to Finish
Take your retouching skills to the next level with Kristina Sherk! Improving your portrait retouching skills will not only help you make your clients look their best, but they'll want to keep coming back for all of their portrait work because no one else makes them look so good. Kristina's approach is designed to help you understand all of the critical fundamentals of retouching, from enhancing eyes and lips to dealing with blemishes, and from there she walks you through the essentials of adding depth and dimension while smoothing skin and retaining important detail. This class has the potential to revolutionize your approach to skin retouching while increasing your understanding of the underlying principles involved.
Photographing Your Sense of Humor
Do you file away fun photo shoot ideas in your head? Join Joe McNally on location at Weeki Wachee Springs where he gets to finally realize a fantastic photo shoot idea he's had in mind for a long time. In true Joe McNally fashion he pulls out all the stops to ensure he has the lighting, the crew, and the location to pull off his vision. From preparations the day before to the early morning arrival time, and through the end of the shoot, Joe talks through his concept, the setup, and all of the problems that need to be solved to pull off the one frame he's trying to create. Putting everything underwater leaves no room for error and lot's of obstacles to overcome, and you get a front row seat.
Mastering the Family Outing - Miami
Get ready for your next outing as the family photographer! Typical family outings occur in places with busy backgrounds, challenging lighting, uncooperative children, and lots of motion from place to place. Join Annie Cahill at the Miami Metro Zoo as she walks you through everything you need to know to capture those great moments during your next family adventure. Annie spends the day with a family, and their two small children, as they experience the zoo, and along the way teaches you everything from how to capture kids in motion to what camera settings will give you the best image quality, and from how to pay attention to backgrounds in group photos to how to get into some of the photos yourself. By the end of the class you'll know what gear you need, how to prepare for the day, and how to come away with some great photos that will serve as mementos for years to come.
Photoshop In-Depth: Mastering the Composition
What are you really trying to say in your images? Join Pete Collins and Steve Gustafson as they explore the role of composition in your photography as a means to have a dialog between the photographer and the audience. Through the use of examples and discussion Pete and Steve delve into the importance of having all of the elements contained within the frame working together in support of the larger message you are trying to convey, why it is critical that your intention for making a photograph informs the creation of that photograph, and how you can influence a variety of factors at the moment of capture and in post-processing to enhance the strength of your message. Stick around for the bonus lessons at the end where Pete dives a little deeper into a couple of topics to help drive those points home.
The Art of the Edit
It's all about the edit! You've just had an awesome photo session and now you need to narrow it down to just the best ones. How do you do it? Join Peter Hurley as he walks you through a series of live headshot sessions and then talks through his editing process with the subjects at the end. Peter is joined throughout the class by Scott Kelby, and together they edit through multiple different shoots that Scott has brought in. Editing is all about narrowing shots down to just the ones that will go into your portfolio to help you get more work. Learn how to develop this muscle and find your own shebangs!
Inspire1 Drone: Set-Up and Basic Flying
KelbyOne's Mia McCormick and John McQuiston will help you capture compelling footage by mastering the DJI INSPIRE1 quadcopter. This is the first of two classes, designed to walk you through the basic set-up and calibration process, the flight system and all the features of the DJI Pilot App. In this class we'll take the INSPIRE1 out of the case and get it ready to fly, then take you outside for the first flight. Plus you'll learn the FAA flight safety guidelines to help you stay out of trouble and keep your INSPIRE1 in the air.
Inspire1 Drone: Advanced Flying and Features
Kelby One's John McQuiston and Mia McCormick take you through advanced flying settings and features on your DJI INSPIRE1 and DJI Pilot App. They will show where all the telemetry is displayed and how to operate the on-board 4K camera. You'll learn how to use the quadcopter's advanced settings to capture smooth and properly exposed video and amazing still images. This class will walk you through setting up dual operation mode and even give you some pointers on capturing your best footage using both controllers. At the end of this class you will feel comfortable and confident flying your DJI INSPIRE1.
Extraction and Close-ups in Nelson Ghost Town
Learn how to capture pieces of history and take a walk through time. Join Bill Fortney in Nelson, Nevada, a fantastic ghost town that is just chock-full of Americana. What's Americana? Well, you'll learn about that and a whole lot more as Bill takes you through one of his favorite places to photograph. You'll learn about all of Bill's gear for this type of project, his philosophical approach to the subject matter, and then he walks you through each photographic setup as he makes a photograph. Bill wraps up the class with a look at his post-processing workflow for different types of images.
Lightroom Classic: In Depth: Importing
As part of our in-depth look at Lightroom CC, join Scott Kelby as he takes you through an up close look at the import process. Getting started on the right foot is the key to success with Lightroom, so Scott gives you strategies that will help you move forward with confidence by avoiding the most common pitfalls that new Lightroom users encounter. From there you'll learn the ins and outs of every panel and function on the Import dialog as Scott shows you the different options for getting your photos into Lightroom.
Making Great Prints in Lightroom Classic
RC Concepcion teaches you how to use the print module within Lightroom CC to create your very own prints of your pictures in an easy to understand way.
Working Faster in Lightroom Classic
Work faster by working smarter with this collection of tips and tricks for Lightroom CC! Scott Kelby has compiled dozens of performance boosting tips that range from the top keyboard shortcuts every Lightroom user needs to know to time saving settings hidden in the preferences. Each tip is short and to the point, and by the end of this class you'll be amazed at how much more efficient your workflow will become.
Create a Photo Book in Lightroom Classic
Add a new dimension of creativity to your workflow by designing your own photo book in Lightroom CC! Join Scott Kelby as he takes you through the process of creating your very own photo book. From getting started on the right foot when pulling your images together to laying them out on the pages, Scott shows you each step in the process. Along the way you'll learn all kinds of tips and tricks for avoiding common problems, speeding up the process, and even how to design for maximum impact. Designing a photo book has never been easier and you'll be blown away when you hold the finished product in your hands for the first time.
Lightroom Classic In Depth Presets
In this course Pete Collins will help you understand what Presets are and how they can really help speed up and add creativity to your workflow.
Mastering Smart Collections in Lightroom Classic
Smart Collections are a very valuable resource designed to help photographers organize and view their photos in Lightroom as precisely as possible. In this short and easy to understand course, RC Concepcion teaches you how to make Smart Collections work for you.
Lightroom Classic: Basics for Photographers
In this class RC Concepcion will teach you all of the basics and everything a photographer needs to be able to use so that you can start using Lightroom CC.
Lightroom Classic In Depth Slideshow and Web Modules
In this course Pete Collins will help you understand how to use the Slideshow and Web Modules and where the limits of each of these lay.
Lightroom Classic In Depth: Editing Your Photos
In this course Pete Collins will focus on editing your images in the Develop module. This In Depth walkthrough will cover the panels, tools and workflow tips with the goal of getting you well versed in the process of editing and all of the steps you can take to make your images the best they can be.
Making Great Books in Lightroom Classic
RC Concepcion teaches you how to use the book module in Lightroom CC to create your own book!
What's New in Lightroom Classic
RC Concepcion discusses all of the aspects and features of the new Lightroom CC in this in-depth and beautifully crafted course.
Using Lightroom Mobile in Lightroom
Lightroom's support for mobile workflows continues to evolve and offer more ways for us to access, view, edit, and share our photography. In this class Scott Kelby gets you up and running in Lightroom mobile, then shows you all the ways you can leverage this technology for Creative Cloud subscribers to work smarter, faster, and better while on the go. Whether you are extending Lightroom to your mobile devices for your own use or sharing your work with others, you'll discover all the ways to get the most out of what Lightroom Mobile has to offer.
Learn Lightroom Classic in 1 Hour
Imagine if you could sit down with Scott Kelby and have him help you get up and running with Lightroom in an hour. Well, imagine no more! From the Library to Develop and Print to Export modules, Scott focuses on all the key tools you need to know to be successful in Lightroom. He'll show you how to get your images into Lightroom, how to keep them organized, how to make them look great, and then share them with the world.
Adobe Muse: Next Steps
With constant updates to Adobe Muse being offered so often, there are some new features to be aware of. These features include adding maps, optimizing for tablets and smart phones, as well as using custom fonts.
Creating a Website with Muse CC
This course will take from start to finish on creating a custom website from scratch using Adobe Muse. Everything from creating Master Pages, to adding slideshows, videos, forms, and finally, publishing the site. You don't have to be into code or web design to create a website. Adobe Muse makes it easy.
Adobe Encore: Next Steps
Before watching this course, you should have a good understanding of Encore. If not, be sure to check out our previous courses on Encore. In this course, you will learn how to create an interactive slideshow in Encore, as well as how to incorporate premiere pro and photoshop into your workflow.
Adobe Encore: Getting Started
Greg Mulvey has years of experience authoring DVDs. He has used Adobe Encore to author everything from wedding DVDs to a concert DVD on Blue Ray. Adobe Encore is a very powerful tool and it is easy to learn. In this course, viewers will learn the basics of creating a DVD inside of Encore. Greg goes through the entire process - from installing the software, to navigating the interface, creating menus, adding chapter markers, and finally, burning the finished DVD.
Adobe Edge Reflow: Intermediate
Designers have long dreamed of being able to create a web page directly in an intuitive, click-and-drag program like Photoshop. In the past, that was only possible by creating complex layered PSDs, and then passing them off to a developer who had to "slice" them and translate them into HTML and CSS code. The Photoshop CC Connect feature built into Edge Reflow fulfills that promise … almost. This video explains the flaws in this automated system, how to prepare your designs so as to minimize them, and the best strategies to clean up your web page in Edge Reflow.
Adobe Edge Reflow: Basics
Edge Reflow is a brand-new tool that helps designers plan and create responsive websites - that is, a site that responds to the screen that it finds itself on. Done right, responsive design makes your content look fabulous, no matter if it is viewed on a desktop, tablet or smartphone screen. This video shows you not only how to create a responsive web design with Reflow - but WHY you want to use certain tools and settings. And most importantly, how the setting for one element on your page can wind up affecting the display of all the other elements on your page.
Adobe Edge Inspect: Basics
The shift to the mobile web is no longer the "wave of the future" - it's the wave of NOW. Smart designers know that they have to test their designs before releasing them out into the wild. Edge Inspect allows you to use your own devices, targeting iOS, Android, and even Kindle Fire environments to see what your pages look like under real-world conditions. These lessons will help you set up your very own testing environment, and manage the complexities of mobile design testing.
Making Great Pictures with Snapseed 2.0
In this KelbyOne class, RC Concepcion takes you step-by-step through using the newest release of the free app, Snapseed by Google. Snapseed's intuitive controls make it easy to get the most out of images you take with your phone or DSLR camera. While the controls are easy to use, its newest release offers features that will make this the go-to app for photographers of all kinds. RC takes you through all of the controls and shows you hidden features to make great images.
Canon 7D Mark II Training Video
If a Canon 7D Mark II is in your future or already in your camera bag, then this class is for you! Our own Scott Kelby will get you up to speed on everything you need to know to get started on the right foot with your Canon 7D Mark II. From getting oriented to all of the buttons and dials, to making the right choices for image quality, white balance, playback, and focus modes, Scott methodically steps through each feature and function explaining its purpose and showing you how it's done.
Landscape Photography: Mountains, Lakes, and Waterfalls
Join Matt Kloskowski in Mount Rainier National Park for a look at landscape photography that has a little of everything! From mountain vistas to macros of dew-soaked wildflowers, and waterfalls to glassy lakes, Matt shares his tips and techniques for getting killer shots. Any landscape photography trip starts with location research and packing your gear, and from there Matt walks you through all the settings and considerations for shooting landscapes that can be applied to any situation your travels may take you.
The Art of Digital Photography: The Inspirational Series with Matthew Jordan Smith
Join Mia McCormick and Matthew Jordan Smith as they sit down to discuss Matthew's inspiring career as a commercial photographer. Matthew is known for his spectacular beauty, fashion, and celebrity photography, and more recently his personal book project "Future American President." Spend an hour hearing stories of how Matthew got started in photography, and some of the many lessons he has learned along the way. From the importance of overcoming the challenges that life sends your way to the necessity of believing in your own vision and seeing it through to the end, Matthew shares insight and perspective into what has fueled a successful career that spans three decades.
DSLR Filmmaking: Audio for Video
Up your audio capturing game! Capturing good audio doesn't have to be scary or accidental. Join cinematographer and director Barry Andersson as he introduces you to the rules for capturing good sound for your video projects. Barry takes you through all of the microphone types, the related attachments and recording options, and even demonstrates multiple ways to wire your talent for sound. Hearing is believing though, and at the end of the class you'll get to listen to a series of audio samples captured both in studio and outdoors, so you can compare and contrast each audio recording setup and choose the one that is right for your needs.
DSLR Filmmaking: Audio Sweetening Video
Following up on his Audio for Video class, Barry Andersson will take you through the post-production stage of the process. From transferring your video from your recording device all the way through to exporting the final project from Premiere Pro, you'll learn the importance of backing up your content at the start, how to bring your audio into Premiere Pro, how to add soundtracks, and how to deal with the most common audio issues you'll encounter in post-production. You'll come away with a solid understanding of why capturing good audio at the start is so important, but also with the skills you'll need to deal with the audio that you have.
Moose Peterson's Safari Adventure
Moose goes on safari! With a career studying and photographing wildlife for over three decades, Moose has his first African safari and you've got a front row seat. Join Moose as he encounters the wide array of wildlife that calls the Mala Mala Game Reserve in South Africa home. Moose shares his take on the gear he brought along with his tips and techniques for capturing images that help tell the story of your trip.
Nikon D750 Camera Basics
If a Nikon D750 is in your future or already in your camera bag, then this class is for you! Our own John McQuiston will get you up to speed on everything you need to know to get started on the right foot with your D750. From getting oriented to all of the buttons and dials, to making the right choices for image quality, white balance, exposure, and focus modes, John methodically steps through each feature and function explaining its purpose and showing you how it's done. There's even a bonus chapter on how to configure the wifi settings on the D750 and pair the camera with your Smartphone.
Nikon D810 Camera Basics (Update)
In this update to our Camera Basics class on the Nikon D800, our own John McQuiston brings you up to speed on all of the new features and functions added to the Nikon D810.
Trailblazers: Powerful Women of Photography the Elsa Garrison Interview
Elsa Garrison has carved out a career capturing breathtaking moments at the peak of sports action for nearly twenty years. Shooting for Getty images, Elsa's photographs have appeared in every major sports publication, and she's covered everything from the NFL to the Olympics. A self-described shy person, Elsa's determination and nose-to-the grindstone work ethic has earned her spots on the sidelines of an incredible array of sporting events and her photographs have earned her the respect of her peers and colleagues.
Next Level 3D
Join Photoshop master Corey Barker and learn how to take your 3D skills to the next level! In this class Corey takes you through all of the steps involved in three different projects that showcase some of what you can do in 3D. Starting with a logo project that was originally done two dimensionally, Corey shows how it can be done in 3D as well as what the benefits are of having the logo as a 3D object. From there Corey steps you through a project designed to show you how to create a product in 3D and then place it in an environment that looks just like a product photograph. The final project takes things a step further with a demonstration of how you can merge 3D objects with photographic elements to create a composite image with incredible realism. This class has something for illustrators, designers, and photographers, and will leave you wanting to dig in and see what you can do in your own work.
A Real Wedding, Live and Uncensored - The Ceremony and The Reception
In the second part of A Real Wedding, Live and Uncensored, Cliff continues the experience of putting you right by his side as he works to photograph a wedding as it happens. The class begins as the ceremony is about to start and continues to the dancing at the reception. All the way through Cliff brings you into the situation by thinking out loud as he calls on his experience to overcome challenges, adjust settings, change lenses, and adhere to the number one rule: Get the shot!
A Real Wedding, Live and Uncensored - Preparation and Family Portraits
Get the inside scoop on what it takes to photograph a real wedding with Cliff Mautner! Cliff has shot over 900 weddings, and he knows that each one takes on a life of its own. In this first part of a two-part class Cliff takes you right into the unscripted action as he goes to work photographing a real wedding from the moment he arrives at the venue through shooting family portraits just prior to the ceremony. You'll learn about all the gear Cliff takes to a wedding and why it earns a place in his bag, you'll see how Cliff interacts with the bride and groom as he builds a rapport that helps to put the client at ease and keeps the focus on their big day, and you'll gain the benefit of Cliff's insights into how he approaches a wedding shoot, what his priorities are, and how he prepares for all the unpredictability that a wedding presents.
Photoshop In-Depth: Advanced Filters
Join Pete Collins as he takes you on an in-depth tour of Photoshop's most powerful and useful filters. Whether you are a photographer or a designer, there are filters you'll want to add to your repertoire of techniques. There are so many ways these filters can help you with your work, and once you've had time to experiment with how they can be used you'll be on your way to finding creative ways to implement them in all of your Photoshop projects.
The Best of Down & Dirty Tricks in Adobe Photoshop
Straight from one of the most popular columns in Photoshop User magazine, Corey Barker takes us through his favorite Down & Dirty Tricks in Adobe Photoshop. Corey has an amazing ability to take inspiration from the world around him and leverage it to discover creative and cutting edge techniques in Photoshop that can be applied in all kinds of projects. Each project reveals new techniques for everything from compositing to 3D text effects. You may have read the columns, but seeing the tutorials come to life with Corey's narration and insights takes them to a whole new level!
Digital Art: The Inspirational Series with Bert Monroy
During Photoshop World, Mia McCormick had the opportunity to sit down with Bert Monroy, an insanely talented pioneer in digital art, to get his perspective on art and what inspires him to keep creating. Bert has been an artist his entire life, and is a master in Photoshop and Illustrator with impressive roster of clients and his work hung in galleries around the world. Bert and Mia touch on topics ranging from how he sees digital fitting into the world of art to the impact his work has hard on others, and so much more!
Double Play Sports: Baseball and Volley Ball
Heads up sports fans! Join legendary sports photographer Dave Black as he takes you through his approach and process for covering baseball and volleyball. Dave explains all of the types of gear he uses for each sport, then walks through his approach for getting on site early to capture details and candids, as well as setting up remote cameras, and all of the possible scenarios you might encounter as the action unfolds. Dave digs deep from his decade's worth of experience to share his tips and techniques for helping you get in the right position, with the right gear and the right settings, to get the shot you need.
5 Tips for Shooting Fashion on a Budget
Creating high impact fashion looks don't have to break the budget! Join Lindsay Adler, a fashion photographer based in New York City, as she shares her secrets to getting a high fashion look on a small budget. Lindsay breaks down her approach into five core tips that you can use on anything from personal projects to client shoots. After presenting the ideas around each tip Lindsay demonstrates a few examples of putting it into practice through a live shoot and completing the final project in post-production.
Lightroom Classic Tethering and Client Proofing
Take Lightroom Mobile to the next level by using it for client proofing! In this class Scott Kelby demonstrates how you can leverage Lightroom's native tethering functionality to transfer photos from the camera to your computer while you shoot, and then seamlessly integrate Lightroom Mobile into the process so that you can share those photos with others on the set or far away in a remote location as it happens. Once configured the process is so streamlined you're not going to believe how easy it is and how cool it looks to your clients.
Dynamic Black & White Images Made Easy featuring Tonality Pro from MacPhun Software
Tonality Pro, from Macphun, is an all-in-one black and white photo editing solution for Macs. Join Dan Hughes for a quick look at how to use this simple, but powerful tool using multiple examples. Dan shows how to start with built-in presets, layer multiple presets together, apply custom settings, and a number of tips and tricks to help you get the most out of this innovative software.
Dan Hughes
Release Date 2015-01-29
Trailblazers: Powerful Women of Photography with Maggie Steber
Our Trailblazers series is designed to give you insight into the minds and journeys of women who have shown incredible dedication to their craft, and the courage to follow their hearts in the pursuit of fulfilling their aspirations as photographers. In this installment we welcome Maggie Steber, an award winning documentary photographer who has covered stories in over 60 countries, from areas of intense conflict to deeply personal projects involving her family. Over the course of the interview Maggie shares her stories and wisdom on topics that range from how she got started to how she stayed true to herself over her career, how falling in love with a place and its people can help you tell their stories, why personal projects are so important, and so much more!
Adobe Muse: In-Depth
Terry White shows viewers how to use Adobe Muse to design and publish a single-page website that features scrolling effects, slideshows, custom links, multiple layouts, and panel widgets.
Lightroom Classic Series: Why You Might Want to Switch to Lightroom
If you are a photographer who has heard all the buzz about Lightroom, and are curious to learn more, then this is the class for you! Join Scott Kelby as he walks you through a compelling array of features, functions, and tools found in Lightroom that are designed to make your digital photography workflow faster and more complete. You might be familiar with the typical Bridge, Camera Raw, Photoshop workflow, so Scott shows you where they overlap, where Lightroom does more, and how well they can integrate together when needed. This class is designed so that you can dive into any topic that interests you the most, or you can dig in and go through them all. By the end of the class you'll be presented with a solid case for why you should consider making the switch to Lightroom.
Lightroom Classic Series: Sharpening Online
We all want sharp photographs, and while software sharpening can't fix an out of focus photo it can really bring out the best of a correctly focused photo. Join Scott Kelby as he takes you step-by-step through each of Lightroom's three types of sharpening. From capture sharpening intended to correct the inherent softness in raw captures, to the creative sharpening of localized areas of the photo, to output sharpening, where a specific amount of sharpening is applied to the photo based on the size of the photo and its output destination. Lightroom can do it all, and you'll learn what settings to use and when to use each one.
Lightroom Classic Sports Photography Workflow
Attention sports photographers! Whether you are shooting professional sports, college games, or just your kids on the weekends, we've got a class for you. Join Scott Kelby as he takes you through the workflow he's developed from years of shooting for a wire service. From importing the photos from a memory card, through making selects, processing the keepers, and outputting the final images, Scott shares his tips and techniques for speeding up your workflow and getting the job done. There's even a bonus chapter at the end on a second software tool sports photographers can't live without.
Lightroom Classic Series: Cool Layout Ideas for Lightroom Classic
Finding unique ways to display photos, both as prints and online, is a constant challenge for photographers. Join Scott Kelby as he shares some of his favorite layout ideas that can be created right inside of Lightroom's Print module. With each layout idea Scott shows you how to build it from scratch, and teaches you about a different feature of the Print module. You'll be amazed at how much control you have, and how many different layout variations are possible. The best part is that these layout ideas work equally well for print as they do for saving out as JPGs and uploading to the web. By the end of the class you'll know more about the Print module than you thought possible, and be inspired to create cool new custom layouts of your own!
Adobe Photoshop In-Depth: The Mixer Brush Tool
Join Pete Collins as he takes you on a walk through of the incredibly powerful Mixer Brush Tool. The key to getting the most out of the Mixer Brush is in understanding the four key settings that determine just how your strokes will look. Pete takes you through all of the options, shows you how each option works in concert with the others, how to leverage the built-in tool presets, and how to customize them to make your own brushes. Once you get the hang of the Mixer Brush you'll find that you can create strokes, details, and looks that you just can't get any other way.
DSLR Filmmaking: Creating slideshows with Adobe Premiere
Learn how to harness the full creative control provided by Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2014 to create custom slideshows. Join our own Brandon Ford as he walks you through the fundamentals of getting started with Premiere, then takes you through every step in the process of creating dynamic slideshows complete with motion, animation, transitions, music, and text. By the end of the class you'll be ready to create your own slideshows that can be exported out of Premiere and shown to the world.
Squarespace Snapshot
Join Matt Kloskowski as he sits down with Shon Dempsey from Squarespace to provide you with an overview of how to get up and running with your own custom Squarespace-hosted website quickly and hassle free. Shon and Matt take you through every step in the process from choosing a template through customizing it to make it match your style. With the look and feel of your site designed you can easily enable features like e-commerce, forms, and a cover page. Shon wraps up the class with a series of tips and tricks to ensure you get the most from your Squarespace experience.
Photographing Cityscapes
There is tremendous beauty to be found in cities throughout the world. Join Matt Kloskowski as he demonstrates various ways you can photograph a cityscape. Starting off with some tips on how to research locations before you go, Matt takes you through the gear and camera settings he uses before heading out into the field to show you how to pull together all of the key ingredients for an absolutely stunning photograph. From long exposures to dramatic black and whites, Matt shares the post-processing tips in Lightroom and Photoshop that you'll need to know to create these killer looks.
The Art of Digital Photography: The Inspirational Series with Jay Maisel
Jay Maisel is an internationally acclaimed photographer who is equally gifted in his ability to distill the wisdom earned from decades of capturing light, color, and gesture through the lens of his camera. Join Mia McCormick as she spends an hour as a guest in Jay's iconic home discussing topics that range from the aspirations of his youth to how the transition from film to digital opened the doors to new photographic opportunities. Over the course of their conversation Jay reflects on lessons learned from professional assignments, personal projects, and life itself. Jay is a true living legend, and getting the chance to hear him speak will leave you amused, inspired, and reaching for your camera.
Photographing Groups: Small to Large
Photographing groups of people, from small to large, present an array of challenges that range from choosing a suitable location to setting up the lighting, and from posing subjects to engaging uncooperative children. These challenges are only multiplied as the size of your group grows. Join Tony Corbell as he shares from his wealth of experience as a portrait photographer to walk you through all of the aspects of shooting four different configurations of people in four different locations. Each location changes up the size of the group and presents new lighting problems to solve. You'll have a front row seat for watching Tony as he sets up and shoots a family portrait, a group of dancers in their studio, a group of firemen at their station (both inside and out), and then wraps up with a group of over 60 KelbyOne staff members inside a warehouse.
DSLR Filmmaking: Camera Motion & Support
Attention aspiring filmmakers! There's a lot more to camera rigs than just providing support for your camera. In this class our very own filmmaker extraordinaire Adam Rohrmann takes you through the technical how-to aspects of six of the most common camera supports used in DSLR filmmaking, and then brings it all home in a series of lessons designed to give you a camera operator's-eye view of how each rig can be used to elicit a different emotion in your viewer through the production of a short film scripted for this class. Adam's practical approach gives you a real world perspective on how to use each rig, how to keep your subject locked in sharp focus, and the importance of using camera motion with attention to the emotional impact it has on your audience.
Making it in the Fashion Photography Business
Looking for your big break in fashion photography? Sorry, there isn't going to be one, but with the right business skills, photographic talent, persistence, and hard work you can build yourself a career doing something you love. Join Lindsay Adler as she breaks down what life is like as a fashion photographer, and then lays out the foundation for you how you can get on the path to success. From planning your shoots to getting your work published, Lindsay steps through the key points you need to consider to avoid common mistakes, to move forward with intention, and to build yourself a business for years to come.
Creative Speed Lighting for Fashion, Glamour, and Beauty
There's more to speedlights than just portability. Join the amazingly talented Lou Freeman as she shares the wisdom gained from three decades worth of fashion, glamour, and beauty photography to show you how creative you can get with speedlights on location and in the studio. From the basics of setting up your lights to her favorite accessories, Lou talks through all of the settings and gear she uses throughout the class. You'll see Lou work in a variety of locations from the soft light of a fine interior to the harsh light of the beach, before heading into the studio, and all along the way Lou shares her tips, techniques, and tricks for using speedlights in ways that will really make your images stand out from the rest.
Photoshop In-Depth: Lighting Effects
The Lighting Effects filter is an incredibly powerful filter that can be used for re-lighting an existing photograph in a myriad of creative ways. From the basics of the interface to workflow tips and tricks to advanced projects like changing day to night, Pete Collins shows you everything you need to know about Lighting Effects to start using it in your next project.
Photoshop In-Depth: Cropping & Resolution
Image cropping and resolution are two of the most commonly misunderstood aspects of a digital imaging workflow. Join Pete Collins as he explains the principles you need to understand when cropping, resizing, and preparing your images for output so that you can maintain the highest image quality possible for any job that comes your way.
The Art of Digital Photography: The Inspirational Series with Frank Doorhof
Frank Doorhof is a celebrity and fashion photographer based in the Netherlands. You might have seen his classes here on KelbyOne or maybe have been lucky enough to have caught one of his classes at Photoshop World, but here's your chance to learn how he got started in photography, what has helped him on his successful path, why he loves to convey a sense of motion in his photographs, what he enjoys the most about teaching, and so much more. Mia McCormick had the opportunity to interview Frank during Photoshop World, and here's your chance to find out what makes him tick.
Travel Photography: A Photographer's Guide to Rome
Is a visit to Rome on your bucket list? Consider this your travel guide on where to go for the best photographs of this beautiful and historic city. On and off the beaten path, Scott Kelby shares his favorite locations along with the kind of veteran traveler tips that will help you capture images that you'll be delighted to bring back home. Timing is everything, so you'll not only learn where to go, but what times will yield the best chances for great photographs. This is strictly a travel guide for photographers, so there's no Photoshop or Lightroom involved, just the kind of information that will aid you on your photographic journey and inspire you to get out there and shoot.
DSLR Filmmaking: 25 Tips in Premiere Pro
If you've got a firm foundation for editing with Premiere Pro, then it's time to up your game with Brandon Ford's 25 tips, tricks, and hints designed to make your editing workflow smoother, faster, and more efficient. Brandon covers all of the little tricks of the trade that can add up to a huge savings in time when editing a big project. Each tip is meant to stand on its own, so you can feel free to zero in on the tips that interest you the most, or work you way through each one.
Nikon D5300 Camera Basics
Mia McCormick gives you an in-depth look at all the differences and upgrades in the new D5300 from the old D5200 so you know how to use every inch of this upgraded equipment.
Canon 6D Camera Basics
Larry Becker provides the best way possible to learn your new Canon 6D By presenting to you all the settings, buttons and dials and all of their uses so that you don't have to look at the manual.
BlackMagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera Basics
The BlackMagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera takes amazing high-quality video footage but for someone that's never used the camera before, it could be a confusing piece of tech to fully use. That's why John McQuiston and Mia McCormick have created a hands-on class to teach you how to perfectly use this camera.
BlackMagic Production Camera 4K Basics
John McQuiston and Mia McCormick teach you everything you'll need to know about using your BlackMagic Production Camera to its fullest extent.
Zoom H6 Accessories Basics
John McQuiston takes you through all the uses and settings of the Zoom H6 accessory.
How to Shoot Tack Sharp Images
One of the most important skills for a photographer to master is how to capture the sharpest, most in-focus image possible when taking a photo. Join Matt Kloskowski as he takes you through all of the factors you need to consider in order to nail tack sharp photos every time. Matt covers everything from how to hold the camera correctly to how to leverage the features and functions of your camera to capture the sharpest images possible. Once you've got the shot, Matt takes you through a number of Lightroom and Photoshop techniques designed to make those sharply focused photos appear even sharper.
Making the Switch from Aperture to Lightroom Classic
If you are making the move from Aperture to Lightroom, then this is the class for you! Join Matt Kloskowski as he takes you step-by-step through the migration process from Aperture to Lightroom, and then introduces you to the most important features and functions inside of Lightroom that you'll need to know to get started with a new workflow. Matt has structured this class to help you understand the aspects of Lightroom that are similar to Aperture, the aspects that are different, and all of the Lightroom lingo you'll need to know to make the switch smoothly and efficiently.
Trailblazers: Powerful Women of Photography the Erika Larsen Interview
Erika Larsen is a contributor to National Geographic Magazine, and her work has been exhibited at the Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery in Washington DC, but it is her dedication to immersing herself in the cultures that she is seeking to understand that is so inspiring. Erika literally lives and breathes the cultures she photographs, and sets out not as an outsider seeking to tell the story of another culture to the world, but rather as an individual seeking to deeply understand the people and their way of life. She sees her role as a photographer to be 100% present in the experience she is having, and if she is 100% there, then the shots create themselves.
Travel Photography: A Photographer's Guide to Paris
On and off the beaten path, Scott Kelby shares his favorite locations along with the kind of veteran traveler tips that will help you capture images that you'll be delighted to bring back home. Timing is everything, so you'll not only learn where to go, but what times will yield the best chances for great photographs. This is strictly a travel guide for photographers, so there's no Photoshop or Lightroom involved, just the kind of information that will aid you on your photographic journey and inspire you to get out there and shoot.
The Value of Working as an Assistant and Freelancing
Larry and Mike discuss topics ranging from how to get started in the business to how to keep yourself on the cutting edge of new trends and technology. Drawing from over 30 years of experience, Mike shares some of his best advice for achieving success and living your dream.
The Art of Digital Photography: The Inspirational Series with Mike Kubeisy
Over the course of an hour Mike and Mia touch on topics ranging from getting started in the industry to finding sources of inspiration from the energy and creativity on set, and on the importance of living a meaningful life to the role of personal projects that help you explore your ideas and build your portfolio. After 30 years in Hollywood Mike has an amazing number of stories and experiences that have shaped who he is as a person as well as his photography.
Clone and Healing Crash Course
The cloning and healing tools in Photoshop are incredibly powerful and indispensable for retouching images, but sometimes it can be hard to figure out exactly how these tools work their magic.
Aerial Videography with the DJI Phantom 2 Drone
Russell and Aaron will share an incredible collection of tips and techniques for capturing and processing aerial video that have been taken with the latest in quad copter technology. If you're interested in aerial videography and you want to know all the best camera settings, as well as develop a post-processing workflow for video, then this is the class for you.
Aviation Photography: Warbirds and the Men Who Flew Them
These photographs are a way to help preserve history and honor the victories and sacrifices made by the men who flew them and the crews who kept them flying.
Wacom Tablets for Photographers
Looking to get the most out of your Wacom pen tablet, or just wondering what benefits a tablet can bring to your photography workflow? Then join Wes Maggio, Senior Evangelist for Creative Products at Wacom, for an in-depth look at how a pen tablet can help you bring out the best in your images and do it more efficiently than any other input device. A pen tablet provides a level of control that is just not possible to obtain with a mouse or trackpad. In this class Wes carefully explains the principles behind pen input and pressure sensitivity, then walks you through a series of practical photographic examples that demonstrates the strengths of a tablet workflow. Along the way you will learn how to customize the settings to fit your needs, how to take advantage of multi-touch input and functions, how to use a tablet in a dual-display environment, and what to consider when choosing the right tablet for your workflow.
Motion Graphics in Photoshop CC
Learn quick and easy tricks to getting high end broadcast style motion graphics and animations including animating in 3D!
Drone Aerial Photography and Post Processing
Up, up, and away with Russell Preston Brown, senior creative director at Adobe Systems and affectionately known as Dr. Brown, to learn all about aerial photography with remote controlled quad copters! Dr. Brown will spotlight his incredible collection of tips and techniques for capturing and processing aerial photographs that have been taken with the latest in quad copter technology. If you're interested in aerial photography and you want to know all the best camera settings, as well as discover creative ways to work with your images, then this is the class for you.