Narrative Portrait Photography for Beginners
A course by SALMA EL KASHEF , Filmmaker and Photographer
Learn how to work with a model using natural light to capture emotions and tell powerful stories through your images.
Learn how to work with a model using natural light to capture emotions and tell powerful stories through your images.
‘My life experience has taught me that the photographer is not in the camera or the technology they employ, but in their imagination.’
Egyptian photographer Salma El Kashef knows that impactful work comes from within the creator. She is driven by her authentic artistic spirit. When photographing, she is in constant conversation with herself about what she’s trying to say and what observers take from her images. Salma started her career collaborating on film sets across her native Cairo and has since worked with brands like Samsung, Palm Hills, and Nescafé.
In this online course, learn how to develop, style, shoot and edit your photos on a budget. Salma takes you through tips and tricks to capture images with a professional feel and an authentic message using limited materials and natural light. You’ll also learn how to find and communicate effectively with a model. She’ll also teach you methods of working through creative blocks and overcoming failures in the future.
What will you learn in this online course?
11 lessons & 16 downloads
- 100% positive reviews (4)
- 354 students
- 11 lessons (35m)
- 16 additional resources (2 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: English
- English · Spanish · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
Create a professional shoot on a budget.
Who is this online course for?
Anyone looking to achieve a professional look in their portrait images.
Requirements and materials
Photoshop or mobile editing apps, and either a digital camera or mobile phone
Reviews
A course by SALMA EL KASHEF
Salma El Kashef is a filmmaker and photographer based in Cairo. She started working on drama series in her native Egypt. This experience opened her eyes to new aspects of cinema and dealing with actors. It helped her develop her cinematic style, which she would later employ collaborating with clients like Samsung, Palm Hills, and Nescafé. She directed a Mother’s Day campaign with Egyptian jewelry designer Azza Fahmy and has hosted photography exhibitions at some of Cairo’s most historic and ancient buildings.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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U2
Artistic Style
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Finding Inspiration
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Bringing Ideas to Life
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Scouting a Location
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U3
The Photoshoot
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Camera Skills
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Preparing for the Photoshoot
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Playing with the Lighting
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U4
Post-production
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Editing
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Sharing Your Work
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How to Fail: Additional Tips
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FP
Final project
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Narrative Portrait Photography for Beginners
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Ask questions, request feedback, or offer solutions. Share your learning experience with other students in the community who are as passionate about creativity as you are.
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slourenco13
It is an interesting course. I recommend it a lot.
jmperez85
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andrea_cicely38
Me ha parecido un curso bonito y útil. Da unos consejos muy útiles y es sencillo. Me ha gustado mucho. Gracias.
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cruzvieiroangel
Gracias por el curso.
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