Study the art and method of professional landscape photography to create inspiring landscapes images. Whether you work in photography, want to start a business or simply follow a passion, this course is ideal professional development for you.
Certificate of Landscape Photography is an online professional development course that will provide you with the skills and knowledge to explore and develop your creativity through landscape photography.
In this landscape photography course, you will explore how to use lighting, filters, equipment, camera settings and digital technology to develop your own photographic style and create stunning landscape photography.
You will learn to photograph in natural settings, from tropical rainforests to snow-capped mountains and deserts, and city and streetscapes, including historic buildings and modern architecture.
On completion of this course, you will feel confident to take on a significant landscape photography project for work or pleasure.
Course Structure
Unit - Landscape Photography
Unit 1 – Introduction
- Approaches to landscape photography (realistic, impressionistic, abstract)
- Challenges of capturing the landscape
- Understanding the landscape (components, change)
- Lighting
- Shooting into the sun
- Time of day and weather
- Using filters (polarising, ultra violet, red, orange, yellow)
- Basic photography
- Snapshots
- Equipment (tripods and lenses)
- Camera settings (Shutter speed and aperture)
- Introduction digital photography
- Colour or black and white
- Good sources of information
- Open view scenes
- Closed view scenes
Unit 2 – The Main Principles
- General information
- Principles of composition
- Rule of thirds
- Unity and balance
- Proportion and harmony
- Contrast and rhythm
- Qualities of the components
- Line
- Form
- Mass
- Space
- Texture
- Colour
- Patterns
- Tone
- Other compositional components
- Camera Techniques
- Movement
- Depth of field
- Angles
- Framing the landscape
Unit 3 – Creating Different Effects
- Landscape effects
- Sunrise and sunset photography
- Weather effects
- Haze and mist
- Rain, rainbows and storms
- Exposures of landscapes
- Photographing sun and clouds
- Creating intense colour
- Creating effects
- Scenic photography
- Digital filter effects (coloured pencil, fresco, sponge, motion blur)
- Hue/saturation
- Digital toning
- Digital colour into black and white
Unit 4 – Photographing Natural Areas
- Locations
- Wilderness areas
- Grasslands and forest
- Mountains and rural areas
- Tropical Rainforest
- Desert
- Swamps and wetlands
- Snow photography
- Coastal photography
- Photographing plants
- Compositional elements
- Lenses
- Shooting in extreme weather
- Wet conditions
- Equipment for dad weather
- Extreme temperatures
- Extreme cold
- Extreme heat and humidity
Unit 5 – Photographing Streetscapes
- Modern buildings
- Historic buildings
- Viewpoints and perspective
- Equipment
- Photographing architecture at night
- Mirrors and reflections
- Exposure readings
- Converging lines
- Tips for architectural photography
- Street photography tips
Unit 6 – Photographing Water
- Water characteristics
- Reflections
- Exposures
- Creating effects with water
- Water in motion
- Freezing movement
- Achieving a soft artistic effect
- Droplets
- Filters for photographing waterfalls
- No tripod
- Seascapes
- Underwater photography
- Exposures
Unit 7 – Developing Your photographic style
- Styles & work of famous
- Developing a photographic style
- Hints on style
- Photographing detail
- Atmosphere
- Travel or photographer themes
- Computer Techniques
- Levels, channel extraction, channel mixer
- Digital duotones
- Sepia tones
- Hand tinting
- Panoramas
- Tips for creating panoramas
Unit 8 – Major Project
- Uses for photography
- Using your work to get a job
- Photojournalism
- Freelancing
- Publishing
- Form of photo
- Creating a website
- Creating works of art
- Framing
- Creating a folio
Study Hours
Estimated duration 50 hours
Course Delivery and Start
Start anytime, self-paced and 100% online
Assessment
Assessment will be comprised of written exercises, including short-answer questions, reflective tasks, short reports and/or projects. There are no examinations or due dates for assessment. As a result, you can complete training in your own time and at your own pace with the assistance of unlimited tutor support.
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Audra | Adelaide, SA| Certificate of Landscape Photography
About Us
Graduation
A Certificate of Attainment and Statement of Results will be issued upon successful completion of this course.
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Course FAQs
Why Choose Australian Online Courses?
- Professional development that is widely recognised and respected;
- Improve your employment opportunities;
- Study online, anywhere via our elearning system;
- High-quality professional development programs written by industry experts;
- All course materials provided online – no textbooks to buy;
- Unlimited tutor support via email;
- We offer twelve (12) months’ access, with extensions available upon application (fees apply);
- Course may be tax deductible; see your tax advisor.
Are there any entry requirements or pre-requisites?
There are no course or subject pre-requisites for entry into our programs. However, our professional development programs are generally intended for people over the age of 18. In some circumstances, enrolments from younger people may be considered. Please complete the AOC Parent Guardian Consent Form prior to enrolling and submit here.
Are there any computer requirements?
To study online with Australian Online Courses you will need a computer (desktop PC/laptop) running a current/updated operating system with reliable high-speed internet access. You will need to use the Google Chrome browser to access your course.
When can I start this course?
You can start within 60 minutes during business hours when you enrol and pay in full with a credit card!
Credit card: Within 60 mins during business hours.
BPAY: Within 1-2 working days.
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Cheque/Money Order: Upon receipt of mailed cheque.
How is this course delivered?
This course is delivered online via our easy-to-navigate Learning Management System (LMS), where you will discover interactive online learning/written content, resources and assessment.
Do I need to attend classes or undertake any work placements?
No. All courses are delivered online via our LMS and there are no work placement requirements in this course.
What support can I expect from Australian Online Courses?
Unlimited tutor support is available throughout your studies via email only during business hours Monday to Friday. Our Administrative team are available Monday to Friday via email, live chat and telephone.
I am an international student. Can I enrol into this course?
Yes! We accept enrolments from individuals both within Australia and internationally; location is no barrier to entry into our programs.
Career Pathways
Future growth
Strong
Unemployment
Low
Professional Development for:
- Photographers
- Hobby photographers
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