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Module 16 · Level 2 — Intermediate

Introduction to Genres

You know the basic approach of different genres and discover which one suits you. Each lesson ends by pointing you to the related specialization track.

11 lessons · 1 h 28 min video · Field shoot · · 11/11 in English
Recommended prerequisite:
M8, M10
  1. 16.1Portraits and peopleIn EnglishWhy is photographing people both the hardest and the most rewarding genre?A good portrait is about connection before technique.8 min · continues in track R1
  2. 16.2LandscapeIn EnglishWhy do landscape photos look like postcards?Foreground, light and patience.8 min · continues in track R4
  3. 16.3StreetIn EnglishWhat is it like to photograph strangers on the street?The unstaged moment, respect and courage.8 min · continues in track R3
  4. 16.4ArchitectureIn EnglishWhy do buildings come out leaning?Vertical lines should be kept straight.8 min · continues in track R8
  5. 16.5TravelIn EnglishHow do we get past tourist photos?Place, people and culture together.8 min · continues in track R11
  6. 16.6NightIn EnglishHow do you photograph city lights?A tripod, the blue hour and a long exposure.8 min · continues in track R7
  7. 16.7FoodIn EnglishWhy do food photos make you hungry?Light from the side and back, and a fresh presentation.8 min · continues in track R9
  8. 16.8Still lifeIn EnglishCan an apple on a table be art?With light, arrangement and patience, a story from an ordinary object.8 min
  9. 16.9PetsIn EnglishWhy does my cat always come out blurry?Eye level, a fast shutter speed and patience.8 min · continues in track R1
  10. 16.10Abstract photographyIn EnglishDoes a photograph have to show reality?Shape, color and texture can be the subject on their own.8 min
  11. 16.11Simple product shotsIn EnglishHow do I photograph something I want to sell at home?Window light, white card and a clean background.8 min · continues in track R9

Module project

Choose two genres and shoot 10 frames of each.