Understanding Creativity With Alister Benn
What You’ll Learn Inside
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How to see in black and white before you even press the shutter
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Using light, shadow, and contrast to create dramatic compositions
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Advanced editing techniques in Lightroom & Photoshop for black and white conversions
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Mastering textures, tones, and mood that color can’t capture
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Techniques for landscapes, urban scenes, and abstract detail shots
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40+ HD video lessons | Over 6 hours of training
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Lifetime access on desktop, tablet, or mobile
Course Description
Black and white photography strips away distractions, revealing the purest form of visual storytelling: light and shadow. But mastering it takes more than simply desaturating a color photo.
In this course, you’ll discover how to:
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Train your eye to spot light patterns and contrast opportunities
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Use compositional elements like leading lines and textures more effectively
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Convert photos in Lightroom and Photoshop for maximum tonal depth
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Apply dodging and burning to guide the viewer’s eye
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Create images that feel bold, timeless, and emotionally powerful
By the end, you’ll have the confidence and skills to create black and white photos that stop people in their tracks.
About the Instructors
David Johnston
After getting a desk job I quickly realized my real dream was to become a full-time landscape photographer. I worked on photography on the side for six years before making the jump to a professional photographer.
Now I use the knowledge I've gained since 2010 to help others master their camera, ignite their composition, and realize their own dreams of earning an income with photography.
