Outdoor Photography Essentials

Dan Bailey

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In-depth Instruction; over 83 mins
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Exposure in Action

14:26

Meet professional photographer Dan Bailey as he highlights the essential techniques you'll learn to capture compelling outdoor imagery. Before you start shooting, gain confidence quickly by adjusting important camera settings. Plus, learn how to anticipate potential scenes before they unfold so you're ready for any shot!

Modern Digital Photography

7:12

Handle your camera with ease in the field. Dan shows you how to capture handheld shots from varying perspectives, keeping your camera stable and secure in the process. Then, get expert tips on properly exposing for scenes with high dynamic range, and find out whether a DSLR or mirrorless camera is the best fit for you.

Challenging Light

9:03

Whether you're shooting in bright sun, full shade or under dappled light, Dan shows you how to get the shot you want in tricky lighting conditions. Along the way, you'll learn how to make creative decisions based on the light, including simple ways to recompose a shot to achieve the best results.

Dynamic Light

14:24

Learn to effectively harness natural light, from sunrise to sunset! Using photographs from his portfolio, Dan illustrates how the color, intensity and direction of light changes throughout the day, resulting in dramatically different effects. Plus, discover handy tips for shooting striking images in any lighting situation.

The Right Lens

11:51

Capturing dynamic images begins with choosing the right lens for the job. Dan walks you through the process, offering helpful tips and advice for shooting with wide-angle, normal and telephoto lenses. In addition, gain a deeper understanding of how to use selective focus and depth of field to create visual impact.

Composition: Building Your Photos

10:58

Set your shots up for success with Dan's trusty compositional tricks. Learn effective techniques for framing both your subject and secondary elements to create powerful, dynamic images. Then discover simple techniques for varying your creative approach for stunning results!

Shooting People in Action

14:40

Take your outdoor images to the next level as you practice photographing a variety of action scenes. Get in-depth instruction on capturing motion in three different ways, and discover two techniques for shooting adventure photography. As an added bonus, Dan shares his expert advice on taking compelling portraits in the field.

7 Lessons

1 hrs 23 mins

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Are you inspired by the dynamic beauty of our world? Then conquer this set of fundamental outdoor photography techniques, and shoot it all in compelling fashion! Join professional photographer and long-time instructor Dan Bailey and begin class by learning the digital settings you need for success and how to best handle your camera in the field. When you move on, Dan will share steps to anticipate scenes before they unfold, as well as how to adjust for the right approach in changing light conditions. Want to go beyond just the landscape and capture the magic of the whole scene? You’ll also discover the best ways to shoot people in action, so you can capture the power of adventuring in nature. Plus, Dan will lay out compositional strategies that will help you frame your subject and secondary elements in the most impactful way.

Dan Bailey

For more than two decades, Dan Bailey has been a professional photographer and instructor. He's shot for companies like Fujifilm and Photoflex, and interacted with students through "in-class" courses and outdoor location workshops. You can also find his work and advice on his blog, Dan Bailey Photo, or his book, Action and Adventure Photography. In all his work, Dan strives to create dynamic imagery that shows the power and mystery of the greater scene, combining elements of first-person photojournalism with focused creativity.

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Outdoor Photography Essentials

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What is the “Purchase” option all about?

If I’m a paid Premium or Gold Member of Craftsy, do I need to purchase the Class to have access?

How do I know what the Class covers?

Do I have to be a Member of Craftsy to purchase a Class?

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Is there a limit on the times I can view my Class?

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Can I print out Class Bonus Materials?

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