Fine Art Photography: Capture Creative Self-Portraits
A course by Nassia Stouraiti , Photographer
Shoot and edit striking and unique self-portraits in an alternative way using makeup, props, and lighting.
Shoot and edit striking and unique self-portraits in an alternative way using makeup, props, and lighting.
Are your self-portraits simply Insta ‘selfies’, or are they expressions of fine art? Photographer Nassia Stouraiti has always experimented with her craft through self-portraiture, which has helped her discover herself through different lenses. Her work employs a conceptual and cinematic style, expressing intimate messages about identity, relationships, dreams, and the reality we live in.
In this online course, Nassia teaches how to use minimal resources to create captivating and unique self-portraits with fine art principles. She explains how to capture yourself using makeup, lighting, and props. You don’t need an entire crew to produce portraits of yourself!
What will you learn in this online course?
14 lessons & 13 downloads
- 100% positive reviews (9)
- 829 students
- 14 lessons (1h 24m)
- 13 additional resources (0 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: English
- English · Spanish · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
Create two fine art self-portrait images. One will be an up-close portrait using makeup, and the second will be a more experimental photo with props and reflection.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
Anyone interested in photography and self-portraits who wants to experiment with art.
Requirements and materials
A camera and editing software, but you don’t need professional equipment or editing software knowledge since you can also use your smartphone during this course.
Reviews
A course by Nassia Stouraiti
Nassia Stouraiti is a Greek self-taught portrait photographer who has enjoyed significant commercial success. She has worked with big companies such as Adidas Original, Yves Saint Laurent, and In Style magazine. In 2021, a photo of hers was chosen as the poster of the international exhibition ImageNation in Paris. Inspired by iconic directors like Ingmar Burgman and Pedro Almodovar, Nassia employs a cinematic and conceptual style to her work.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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U2
Preparation
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Camera and Equipment
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The Mood Board
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The Use of the Space
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The Makeup
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Playing with Objects and Props
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U3
Makeup as a Concept
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Preparing the Makeup
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The First Shooting
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U4
Shooting with Props
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Objects and Props
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The Second Shooting
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U5
Postproduction
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Selecting and Editing in Lightroom
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Final Details with Affinity
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How to Promote Your Work
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FP
Final project
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Fine Art Photography: Capture Creative Self-Portraits
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Domestika's courses are online classes that provide you with the tools and skills you need to complete a specific project. Every step of the project combines video lessons with complementary instructional material, so you can learn by doing. Domestika's courses also allow you to share your own projects with the teacher and with other students, creating a dynamic course community.
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aismaryb
PlusMe pareció bastante completo, bien explicado. Me quede con poca información de la edición, del maquillaje y de mas ideas. pero ella definitivamente te abre la mente para que tu seas tu propia exploradora de lo que quieres, de tu estilo y como que tomes la iniciativa y pongas a prueba tu imaginación, si me gusto.
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a.ballabriga
Un curso peculiar e interesante.
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naomi_mavro
I absolutely loved this course. For me was inspiring and motivating to see Nassia Stouraiti shooting and retouching her own portraits. I cant wait to go and explore the self portrait genre. I highly recomand this course to everyone interested in portrait photography.
vidimjasno
I found this course very inspiring. It gave me what I was missing - the step by step explanation of the creative process, some technical aspects and the most precious one - how to find inspiration. Now I see props everywhere :-)
anapaulaosma
El curso me ha encantado. Y me ha servido para explorar la fotografía fine art y nuevas formas de expresión fotográfica.
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