Still Life Photography: Compositions with Organic Elements

A course by Florie Berger , Photographer and Author

Photographer and Author. París, France.
Joined September 2021

Enhance objects from nature by playing with the creative possibilities of studio photography, from set design to shooting and digital editing

94% positive reviews (16)
453 students
Audio: French
French · Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · Italian · Polish · Dutch

Enhance objects from nature by playing with the creative possibilities of studio photography, from set design to shooting and digital editing

Photographer Florie Berger is passionate about touch, feel, and all things organic, which is reflected in her work. Her photos emanate a unique kind of luminosity, with emphasis on geometric shapes, color, and material.

In this Domestika course, Florie gives you all the tips you need to create stunning still lifes by building your own sets and enhancing your shots with editing. By the end, you'll know the ins and outs of studio photography, and will be able to produce a photo series of still life images featuring three natural settings: limestone rock, a volcanic environment, and the ocean floor.

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What will you learn in this online course?

19 lessons & 18 downloads

  • 94% positive reviews (16)
  • 453 students
  • 19 lessons (4h 2m)
  • 18 additional resources (5 files)
  • Online and at your own pace
  • Available on the app
  • Audio: French
  • French · Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · Italian · Polish · Dutch
  • Level: Beginner
  • Unlimited access forever

What is this course's project?

Create a series of three still lifes in the studio.

Who is this online course for?

Anyone with a passion for photography who wants to master studio techniques to capture the beauty of an object.

Requirements and materials

As for the equipment, you need a camera with flash and lights. For the decorative elements you can use plaster, pebbles, a misting device, milk, glycero paint, earth or coffee grounds, a mirror, and plants.


Reviews

453 Students
16 Reviews
94% Positive ratings

Florie Berger

A course by Florie Berger

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Photographer and Author

Florie Berger is a versatile photographer, whose images are marked by contrasts, flat colors, simple geometric shapes, and architectural lines.

Influenced by realist and impressionist painting, she has collaborated with major jewelry, ready-to-wear, and perfume brands including Christian Lacroix and Nina Ricci. Her shots have also appeared in independent magazines, such as 5' ELEVEN", and high-profile advertising campaigns.


Content

  • U1

    Introduction

    • About Me
    • My Sources of Inspiration
  • U2

    Minimalist Editorial Photography

    • Inspiration and Mood Board
    • Colorimetry and Definition of a Color Palette
    • Setting the Lighting and Adjusting the Camera
    • Composition of the Image: The Frame and the Angle of View
    • The Set Design: Working Together and the Roadmap
  • U3

    The Photoshoot

    • The Studio Setup
    • Set Design and Testing
    • The Shot: The Volcano 1
    • The Shot: The Volcano 2
    • The Shot: Limestone 1
    • The Shot: Limestone 2
    • The Shot: The Jar
  • U4

    Editing the Photographs

    • Image Association and Editing
    • Photoshop: Montage of the First Photo
    • Photoshop: Detailed Editing 1
    • Photoshop: Detailed Editing 2
    • Publishing the Series: Digital or Print
  • FP

    Final project

    • Still Life Photography: Compositions with Organic Elements

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    Learn valuable methods and techniques explained by top experts in the creative sector.

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Still Life Photography: Compositions with Organic Elements. Photography, and Video course by Florie Berger

Still Life Photography: Compositions with Organic Elements

A course by Florie Berger
Photographer and Author. París, France.
Joined September 2021
  • 94% positive reviews (16)
  • 453 students