Post-production Techniques for Architectural Photography
A course by Daniel Garay ArangoPhotographer
A course by Daniel Garay Arango, Photographer
Learn how to prepare, shoot, and edit black and white photos of your surroundings with a Fine Art aesthetic
Architectural photography not only gives value to the space it captures; it also gives a new perspective on the world through the photographer’s eyes. Colombian photographer Daniel Garay Arango specializes in black and white architectural photography to give new meaning to the space that surrounds him.
In this course, you will learn his preparation process, how he takes his shots, and how he obtains his final editing results on Adobe Photoshop to achieve a surrealist, Fine Art aesthetic in his photography.
What will you learn in this online course?
15 lessons & 12 downloads
What will we do in the course?
1 minute, 0 seconds
Brainstorming, idea search and sketching
5 minutes, 59 seconds
Scouting and the best light quality
1 minute, 47 seconds
materials
2 minutes, 46 seconds
Composition tips
5 minutes, 17 seconds
Execution and selection of images
6 minutes, 42 seconds
What's included in this course?
Start off with a full recap of Daniel’s work and creative process and a glimpse of his professional work over the years. He’ll go through his main influences in photography and how they keep inspiring him over time.
Learn how to generate new ideas by using your city and its architectural features to inspire you to start on your personal project. See how Daniel outlines his initial vision on paper, by writing concept ideas and sketches to map out his ideas.
Close the preparation phase by taking a look at the tools you need to take your photos and edit them, giving you full reins to your creativity for ideal shots.
Daniel introduces a wide variety of tools, concepts, and knowledge in Adobe Photoshop so you can bring your ideas to life throughout the entire process. From perspective correction and image cleanup, move onto editing in detail for Fine Art photographs; you’ll be capable of modifying each element of your image individually, without losing sight of cohesion, realism, and appeal in your work.
Finally, Daniel gives his personal advice on how to show your work to the world, with the intention of helping you shine on social media, as well as how to aim for competitions, grants, galleries, and other opportunities that may come your way.
Recommended software & tools for this course
What is this course's project?
Create a small series of photos in a Fine Art aesthetic with a unifying concept that’s focused on architecture, using the process of post-production that is taught in the course.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
Photographers and visual artists that want to take their work to the Fine Art field and capture impactful images. Also, for those who wish to learn a plethora of photographing techniques, as well as editing techniques using Adobe Photoshop.
Requirements and materials
You need basic knowledge on how to use Adobe Photoshop’s tools such as layer use, masks, and intelligent objects.
As for materials, you’ll need a camera and a computer with Adobe Photoshop. It is recommended that you have a tripod, neutral density filters, and a graphics tablet for the correct use of paintbrushes in the editing phase.
Reviews
- 28 days ago
interesante para adentrarte en el blanco y negro
- 7 months ago
Considero el curso como una información de inicio para abordar este género fotográfico. Estaría bien si se completara con máscaras de luminosidad y otras herramientas para el tratamiento de la imagen en fine art. No obstante, para el precio del mismo, resulta recomendable.
- huynhngocthai77PLUS8 months ago
handsome
- 9 months ago
The author explains his approach to this kind of photography in a very systematic way.
- 1 year ago
Would have helped to know it was all in Spanish before I purchased. Is there a translated version?
His Fine Art photography has won him several awards, such as The Yellow Award 2012, Smithsonian’s Annual Photo Contest, London International Creative Competition, Fine Art Photography Awards, and more.
Content
- U1
Introduction
- Presentation
- Influences
- What will we do in the course?
- U2
The essential ingredients of an idea
- Brainstorming, idea search and sketching
- Scouting and the best light quality
- materials
- U3
Taking our ideal images
- Composition tips
- Execution and selection of images
- Preparation for post-production
- Light sketch in Photoshop
- U4
The magic of post-production Creating the Light!
- Selection of individual elements
- Creation of exhibitions and edition by parts
- Inclusion and editing of the sky
- Finalizing details
- On how to move your work in the world
- FP
Final project
- x Fine art black and white photography
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FAQs
You’ll learn how to compose, capture, edit, and showcase architectural and urban photos, applying rules like the rule of thirds, correcting perspectives, working in black and white, and using advanced Photoshop techniques.
The course is intermediate level, so basic photography knowledge and camera handling skills are recommended.
You’ll need a digital camera, tripod, neutral density filters, and a computer with Adobe Photoshop, Camera Raw, and Adobe Bridge installed.
Planimetry means organizing the image into different planes to create depth. You’ll learn how to apply it to improve composition and the visual impact of your photos.
The course teaches how to correct vertical lines and perspective using Photoshop tools and capture techniques to produce stable, professional architectural images.
You’ll learn to use the rule of thirds, leading lines, symmetry, negative space, and various framing formats to create compelling urban compositions.
The course shows how to select, rate, and filter photos in Adobe Bridge by assigning stars and managing files for an efficient workflow.