Drone Photography for Beginners: Capture the Bigger Picture
A course by Alina Rudya , Photographer
Learn how to take and edit captivating aerial photographs that combine light, composition, color, and perspective
Using a drone to take photos multiplies your options exponentially. it allows you to gain perspectives that aren’t possible with conventional photography and get a bigger picture of the world - both figuratively and literally. Photographer Alina Rudya uses drones as part of her creative process. She has had her work published internationally and worked with clients including Nikon, Mercedes-Benz, and Samsung.
In this online course, Alina teaches you how to use a DJI drone for taking creative pictures. Explore light, composition, color, and perspective to capture creative pictures not possible with an ordinary camera. Share your unique view of the world with aerial photography!
What will you learn in this online course?
12 lessons & 12 downloads
- 96% positive reviews (50)
- 2,012 students
- 12 lessons (1h 42m)
- 12 additional resources (5 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: English, Spanish (Latam), French, Italian, Portuguese, Turkish
- English · Spanish · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch · Turkish
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
Capture and edit a photo or series of images taken using a drone.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
This course is for anyone with an interest in learning how to capture striking aerial photographs with a drone.
Requirements and materials
No previous experience is required.
In terms of materials, you will need a drone, a computer with editing software installed, and a smartphone with a DJI app installed.
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Alina Rudya
A course by Alina Rudya
Alina Rudya is a Berlin-based lifestyle and travel photographer from Ukraine. She wanted to be a photographer from the age of nine after her father bought her a National Geographic magazine from the US. She completed an MA in political science and another in journalism, before going on to study photography at Lette-Verein School of Design and the University of Arts Berlin. She later began posting her work on Instagram alongside working on shoots for newspapers and magazines. After growing a following, she started attracting clients and eventually flying drones in 2017.
Since then, Alina has published several books including a monograph Prypyat Mon Amour, which was published worldwide. She also founded Bell Collective – a group of female creators that aims to break stereotypes around female travel and creative choices. Alina has worked with clients including Samsung, Nikon, Mercedes-Benz, and OPPO Mobile, and her drone shots have also been published in books like Accidentally Wes Anderson.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Inspiration
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U2
The First Steps
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The Equipment Checklist
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The Basics of Drone Photography
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Composition, Light, and Color
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Creating a Mood Board
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U3
Using the Drone
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Planning and Location Scouting
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Operating the Drone: The Controls and Settings
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The Dos and Don’ts of Drone Photography
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Capturing a Creative Top-down Portrait
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U4
Editing and Sharing the Photos
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The Basic Edit in Adobe Lightroom
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Sharing on Social Media
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FP
Final project
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Drone Photography for Beginners: Capture the Bigger Picture
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