Introduction to Analog Photography with Natural Light
A course by Fabien Dendiével , Photographer
Learn about the cameras, lenses, and film used in analog photography to create a series of urban images using various framing and printing techniques
Learn about the cameras, lenses, and film used in analog photography to create a series of urban images using various framing and printing techniques
Did you know that analog photography is an incredibly powerful way to capture natural light? It allows you to create stunningly unique images in a way you perhaps never imagined. In this online course, Fabien Dendiéval teaches you how to work with composition and play around with natural light and shadows, some of the skills he has mastered throughout his career.
With Fabien as your guide, learn the ins and outs of analog photography and study its technical aspects in detail, like lens apertures, film sensitivity, and exposure time. Discover the secrets of SLR cameras, printing processes, and even digital editing.
What will you learn in this online course?
14 lessons & 23 downloads
- 94% positive reviews (16)
- 1,007 students
- 14 lessons (1h 16m)
- 23 additional resources (7 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: French
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- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
Recommended software for this course
Adobe PhotoshopWhat is this course's project?
Shoot, develop, and share an analog photo series.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
Anyone who is passionate about photography and wants to improve their analog techniques.
Requirements and materials
To follow this course, you need a reflex (35 mm) or a small, compact camera.
Some basic knowledge of photography would be useful, but is not essential.
Reviews
A course by Fabien Dendiével
Fabien Dendiével fell into the world of photography at a very young age, thanks to his father's love of beautiful pictures. He went on to become a self-taught photographer, inspired by his travels and walks. When he switched to medium format, his passion became his full-time job. He is now based in Montpellier, in the south-east of France, and shares his work through his website and his Instagram account, which has more than 15K followers.
Empty spaces and stripped-down compositions are his favorite canvases, as if revealing the invisible. Whether in the wide-open spaces of the American West or in modern architecture, he is always inspired by the play of light and minimalist compositions.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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My sources of inspiration
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U2
Analog Photography
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The Exposure Triangle
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Film Cameras and Formats
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Focals and Lenses
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Films
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U3
The Preparation
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Composition Analysis
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Light Analysis
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Finding the Right Place
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U4
Photographing a Place
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The Photo Session
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Digitization
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Choice of the Final Images
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U5
Showing the Photographs
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Printing and Sharing the Series
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Competitions and Calls for Applications
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FP
Final project
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Introduction to Analog Photography with Natural Light
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salome.zuili
Très bon cours débutant pour une initiation à l’argentique.
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Rolando29891
Amazing and helpful, I really learn and also enjoy, thank you so much.
congminhle1803
It's good for newbie who're just into the analog photography.
The resources are good, which gives me a lot of inspiration to learn, to see and to explore.
napalamar
I learned about analog photography and the teacher is very knowledgeable and instructions and information are clear and easy to follow even if you using subtitles. Also Fabien Dendiével shared his photos which are very interesting and sophisticated.
marcmunoz14
Por el momento no estoy aprendiendo ninguna lección valiosa. Los subtítulos son inexactos y encuentro que la estructura y las unidades del curso son reducidas y demasiado directas al grano. Se podría haber explayado más y mejor en las explicaciones.
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