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The Masterclass Product Series Deal - Plus Certification

Not only will this package give you all the essential information needed to get you started in DSLR photography but it also takes you beyond with our level 2 Advanced training product plus you can now discover HD-DSLR Movie Making too! And if that’s not enough we also include our brilliant title for your friends or family “Better Photos with your Compact Camera”. 

This package includes our “Introduction to Photography”, “Travel & Landscape Photography”, “Advanced Digital Photogaphy 1”, “Advanced Digital Photography level 2”, “HD-DSLR Movie Making” & “Better Photos with your Compact Camera” titles. Upon completion of your training we will send your test paper in order to present you with Certification acknowledging the level of training you have achieved.

In addition you also receive ongoing bonus material and online training, plus the incredibly comfortable Karl Taylor special quick release Neoprene Camera Strap*, perfect for your DSLR camera!

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Reference Guide

 

HD-DSLR Movie Making

Photographers with HD video capable DSLR cameras can now enjoy the experience of movie making with cinematic style results. In this programme top british stills photographer Karl Taylor sets out to make a short film with just a DSLR camera and a few lenses. The resulting film “No Regrets” which took less than 3 days to make won best overall video in the Vzaar video festival which was supported and judged by respected Hollywood director Oliver Stone. In this special title we follow Karl behind the scenes on the making of “No Regrets” and look at some of the techniques used and the thought process behind them. We also take a look at accessories, post production, time lapse and many other techniques that will help give you inspiration and guidance for film making.

Better Photos with your Compact Camera

In this exciting course Karl steers you past the common compact camera pit-falls and teaches you how to easily capture stunning photos every time. If you’ve become baffled by the multitude of settings on your compact or you struggle to get the results you had hoped for then this title is for you. 

Learn to take stunning portraits, kids shots, landscapes and creative macro images as Karl explores each setting and teaches you how and when to use them. You’ll soon be producing photographs to be proud of and become the envy of your friends!

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Reference Guide

 


Handy Photography Reference Guide

This pocket size booklet accompanies the masterclass photography course and is an invaluable addition to your camera bag so that you have the vital information with you on location. The reference guide details some of the essential knowledge acquired from Stage 1 “Introduction to Photography” of the Karl Taylor Masterclass Photography Course.

Online Photography Training Course

Once you have made your purchase with us your training doesn’t stop there. We want you to get the very best from your camera and your photography. Our online training material supplements your main photography course and provides you with over 3 hours of additional tutorials to help you improve your photography and learn some of Karl’s professional tips for getting great images.

This additional series of training is available to you 24 hours a day once you have made your purchase and as long as you have an internet connection it will prove a useful resource to refer to over and over again.

 

 

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Photography Masterclass
Test Paper

Let’s face it, we all like to know how good we really are! With our “Certification Masterclass Photography Course” you can now sit an exam paper and achieve certification acknowledging the level of training you have achieved.

This 100-question test paper reviews the knowledge you would have acquired during the 4 stages of the Masterclass Series Photography Training. The test paper covers a variety of key areas and is presented in a multiple-choice format.

 

 

Photography Masterclass Series Certification

Following completion of the Karl Taylor Masterclass Photography Course test paper, you will be issued with an embossed gilded certificate that acknowledges the level you have attained in the exam paper. Whilst not a formal qualification this certificate will recognise and demonstrate your achievement.

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Learn How to Take Photos Like These

Learn to take photographs that stand out from the crowd by learning professional techniques from a top professional photographer. Karl shoots pictures for some of the worlds leading companies and his work is published all over the world.

You can learn to shoot pictures like this only if you learn from someone with a proven track record not only in professional photography but also in photography training. The photos to the left are just some of the pictures taken from our photography training courses. You will benefit from seeing exactly how these photographs were created step-by-step.

 

What skills can you expect to learn in this photo training course?




 
Stage One

Introduction to Digital Photography

90 Minutes run time PLUS Facts & Tips booklet
for your camera bag.

  • Creative Composition
    By just applying some basic photography composition techniques your photographs can leap from the ordinary to simply outstanding!
  • Understanding Light
    Discover a whole new world of photographic possibilities by actually understanding the main types of light and their impact on your photography.
  • Apertures & Shutter Speeds
    If this has slowed you down in the past, worry no more. Karl walks you through these core controls of your SLR camera replacing any confusion you may have with an enthusiasm to get out there and begin experimenting in manual mode!
  • How Cameras Work
    Cameras, no matter how much they cost all work in roughly the same way. The great news is you really don't have to spend more on your equipment to achieve better photographs. Understanding the simple mechanics of how cameras work will help you realize how similar they all are and how you can get the best out of yours.
  • Landscape Photography
    Probably the most popular photographic theme, but what actually contributes to the perfect landscape photograph? Karl reveals all!
  • Capturing Action
    Keep the action alive in your photographs, it's not all about freezing the action. Applying some simple settings and a few professional photography tips will make all the difference.
  • Optics, Lenses & Focus
    Have you ever stopped to think about how your camera's lens affects your photographs? Discover how different lenses change the angle of view and how the resulting perspective can absolutely transform photography results.
  • Depth of Field
    If the photography text books have confused this for you in the past then prepare to get excited. Karl's clear teaching makes depth of field completely understandable demonstrating the crucial link between apertures and shutter speeds. This fundamental knowledge will get you exploring your creativity every time you take a photo.
  • Using Your Camera in Manual
    It's just like learning anything really! When you put all the building blocks together and with some practice, your photography will blossom and your skills as a photographer will quickly move onwards and upwards to the next level. Learn to ride that bicycle without the stabilizers!
  • ISO and Resolution
    It actually isn't that complicated. As you become more in tune with using your camera in manual mode, a basic understanding of ISO and photographic resolution will aid your understanding of capturing the best results in any given situation.

 

 
Stage One

Travel & Landscape Photography

85 Minutes run time

  • Cityscapes
    Make capturing inspiring cityscapes second nature! With a few simple techniques you will be able to create images that are more eye-catching than you had imagined.
  • Neutral Density Graduated Filters
    Learn about the pro photographers secret weapon. See as Karl demonstrates exactly how, why and when to use these image enhancing essentials!
  • Planning your Images
    Getting that great shot is not all about point and shoot, Karl explains how planning and researching your location can help you get that winning shot.
  • Waiting for the Right Light
    Timing is everything, too early and the light is not right, too late and the light has gone. Discover the magic moment for a range of different photographic situations that will help give your shots that professional edge!
  • Night Cityscapes
    Capturing night scenes requires a different discipline and knowledge. In this program Karl tackles several night scene situations and shows you how to capture an incredible shot every time. Discover the necessary tools and tips to help you get that shot.
  • Landscape Photography
    Karl goes head to head in a shoot out with international and award winning landscape photographer Nick Després. See how their varied shooting styles yield different results from the same location. Plus, Karl takes you step by step through his techniques for shooting inspiring landscapes.
  • Polarizing Filters
    What are they, and what are they good for? This essential piece of kit for the pro-photographer can transform an image but you have to know when and how to use them.
  • Long Exposures
    Add mystery and depth to your images with this simple technique. Discover how capturing extended periods of time will give your images an enchanted quality.
  • Photojournalistic Style
    Black and white, street and city photography! Learn how being quick on your feet and ready to grab that spontaneous moment is essential to this particular genre.
  • Gallery Critique
    Learn from the Pros as Karl and Nick discuss and look through some of Nick¹s award winning work and discover what makes a really eye-catching shot.

 

 
Stage One

Advanced Digital SLR Photography

85 Minutes run time

  • Painting with Light
    Just like an artist you can actually use light to paint your scene! Karl takes you step by step through this fascinating process of turning night into day with simply stunning results.
  • Macro and Extreme Close Up
    With today’s reduced chip size DSLR's it’s possible to capture great macro shots in minutes! Discover how a few extra pieces of economic equipment can take your macro shots even further.
  • Capturing Action
    It’s all about timing! If you are trying to freeze the action or add a sense of motion to your picture this fantastic chapter shows you how to use different lenses and shutter speeds for the best effect. Also learn the essential tips on focus and planning.
  • Nightscapes and Light Trails
    Expand your shooting skills beyond the magic hour by applying these simple rules to your night photography.
  • Flash in the Day
    When to use it and why! Discover how the professionals make the best of the light by adding more.
  • A Fashion Shoot with Models
    Working with models requires communication and direction. See how Karl works with the model to find the best shot.
  • The Essential Pro Equipment
    What kit do you really need to get that great shot? Take a look at what the Pros are using to get those stunning images!
  • Remote Capture Techniques
    Ever wondered how to capture those elusive wildlife images? Discover the equipment and techniques to get an incredible wildlife shot not too far from home!
  • Outdoor Natural Portraits
    Beautiful outdoor light and choosing the right time of day go a long way toward the perfect portrait. This essential knowledge will guide you to getting great pictures of people with natural light and professional reflectors and shows you how it compares to fill in flash.
 
Stage One

Advanced Digital SLR Photography 2

Over two and half hours of inspirational training

  • HDR Photography
    To create realistic or abstract HDR images in colour or black and white, you must consider exposure, Karl takes you through the techniques step by step
  • Merging to HDR
    The best HDR images are a result of good blending and understanding the EV. Watch and learn with a meticulous explanation to arrive at a stunning HDR image.
  • Panoramic Images
    Create super sized wall art and canvases with panoramic stitching techniques. In this section Karl shows you how to capture these images and tips for merging images for the best results.
  • Landscape Flash
    A touch of flash in high speed sync mode is all that is needed to add a splash of colour and lift your image above the ordinary. Follow Karl to Lands End in Cornwall to capture a stunning landscape with this simple but effective technique.
  • Twilight and Night Photography
    We delve further into the twilight zone and night photography with several examples of serene, spectacular night images. Find out why the twilight period will make or break your image.
  • Fashion Photography
    Unpack your flash guns and emualte Karl’s techniques for dynamic fashion shoots on a budget. With four completely different hot shoots Karl shows you how to do it with the latest Pro Gear but also how to do it on a budget with simple non brand strobes.
  • Scrims and the Midday Sun
    Don’t have any lights? Don’t worry, Karl takes us into the dessert for some stunning fashion shots using just sunlight and reveals how to overcome the lighting problems of harsh sunlight.
  • Opportunity Photography
    Karl hits the streets of New York to capture opportunity images, he shows you his eye for spotting an image and the right light and then how to add extra elements to make the scene a superb photograph.
  • Night Skies
    Modern cameras come into their own for some stunning results. Capture the Milkway and distand starfields in brilliant detail with spectacular ease to create surreal night landscapes.
  • Flowing Water
    Make water dream like and magical, follow Karl into the forest for some idylic flowing rivers photography.
  • Car shoot
    Bolt your camera to a car with ease and capture dynamic images with a few simple accessories that will leave people gobsmaked with the results.
  • Photography Knowledge Review
    Karl reviews each image for an overview to ensure you have understood exactly how to achieve the top results for professional photography.

 

 
Plus

HD-DSLR Movie Making

Learn how to use your DSLR kit to make pro
HD Movies

  • The Essentials
    So what pieces of kit do you need, which lenses will give the desired effect and how do you decide when to use it? Find out as Karl tests the options.
  • The Approach
    Film making whether it’s for a pop video, a corporate video or a short film all require planning and a thoughtful approach. Learn how as we go behind the scenes on the making of “No Regrets” and follow the decision making process.
  • Camera Angles and Achieving a Multi Camera Look
    Most of us will be filming with just one camera, but with the right technique you can make your production look like it’s filmed from several camera angles, find out how.
  • Lighting and Colour Temperature
    Learn the essentials of colour temperature settings and how the choice of lighting will affect the mood of your shot.
  • Time Lapse
    Time lapse photography creates an enigmatic addition to your productions and it can be very easy to achieve with just a few simple pieces of kit. We also take a look at the more complex but fascinating effect of motion time lapse and show you exactly how it’s done.
  • Slow Motion
    Ever wondered how you create slow motion footage, find out how in this simple demonstration explaining frame rates and resolution.
  • Night Filming
    DSLR cameras can be great for filming in low light, Karl shows us behind the scenes on “No Regrets” to demonstrate a variety of low light sequences.
  • Post Production & Editing
    What we do after the filming is just as important and the editing process can make or break your entire project. Karl talks us through the editing decisions on “No Regrets” and shows us how he cut this short film.
  • Sound Editing & Recording
    Get some tips for sound fixes as well as good advice on how to record good sound on a budget.

 

 
Plus

Better Photos with your Compact Camera

How to take stunning pictures hassle free!

  • Overview
    Work your way around your camera and become confident using each setting, plus learn what all the jargon really means!
  • Creative Composition
    By just applying some basic photography composition techniques your photographs can leap from the ordinary to simply outstanding!
  • Focus & Exposure
    Get the photos you have always hoped for by learning how to focus and expose your shots correctly using both the manual and pre-set functions.
  • Professional Style Portraits
    Get great portraits in your own home and learn top tips on how to improve the lighting you have available - Great for Facebook & your social media!
  • Abstract Still Life Art
    Produce striking still life photographs that will be good enough to hang on your wall -That will really impress your friends!
  • Achieve excellent holiday photos
    Come home from your holiday with more than just memories.  Karl explains what to look out for and how to capture great photographs of architecture, landscapes, groups and individual portraits - Perfect for family holidays!
  • Night Time Photography
    Avoid blurred landscapes and portraits as Karl shows you how to use night and manual modes to full effect.  Plus helpful tips to capture great indoor shots in low light.
  • Party Pictures
    Capture photos with atmosphere and ambiance. Get memorable images from a night out with friends if you follow these few simple tricks!
  • Macro Mode
    You don’t need professional equipment to get impressive close up shots.  Learn to take detailed shots of wildlife and nature with these simple techniques.
  • Photographing Kids
    Capture fantastic portraits of children (even the most energetic ones! ) with Karl’s top tips for the best light and locations.
  • Landscapes at Sunset
    Learn to use preset and manual settings to capture beautiful landscapes as the sun sets.  Combine this knowledge with our tips on composition to make photographs that are nothing like you have taken before!
  • Editing and Storing
    Find out how to upload, store and backup your favourite memories, plus give your images an extra boost using simple editing software.

 

Stage One

30 Bonus Photography Training Videos

Over 3 hours of online training

Why not take a look at some of the great bonus material that you receive when you start the Karl Taylor Photography Masterclass Course. With our perfect mix of DVD, video and online training you can watch and learn over and over again.

Online help and support

 

 

Online Support

All our bundle deals come with full customer support on any questions you might have relating to the training. If after completing the course and implementing the techniques you have any questions our support team will be there to help.

 

Watch trailers for The Complete
Masterclass Series

PLUS +
DSLR Movie Making
& Compact Camera

See how with Karl's inspirational photography training course
taking amazing photographs
doesn't need to be complicated.

Within hours you will be learning how to take better photographs and gaining full confidence in your camera and its functions. Plus discover the knowledge
on which equipment will work best for
your photography.

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