Fine Art Photography: Capture Creative Self-Portraits

A course by Nassia Stouraiti , Photographer

Photographer. Athens, Greece.
Joined January 2022

Shoot and edit striking and unique self-portraits in an alternative way using makeup, props, and lighting.

100% positive reviews (9)
859 students
Audio: English
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Shoot and edit striking and unique self-portraits in an alternative way using makeup, props, and lighting.

Are your self-portraits simply Insta ‘selfies’, or are they expressions of fine art? Photographer Nassia Stouraiti has always experimented with her craft through self-portraiture, which has helped her discover herself through different lenses. Her work employs a conceptual and cinematic style, expressing intimate messages about identity, relationships, dreams, and the reality we live in.

In this online course, Nassia teaches how to use minimal resources to create captivating and unique self-portraits with fine art principles. She explains how to capture yourself using makeup, lighting, and props. You don’t need an entire crew to produce portraits of yourself!

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What will you learn in this online course?

14 lessons & 13 downloads

Camera and Equipment
1 minute, 59 seconds
The Mood Board
4 minutes, 23 seconds
The Use of the Space
3 minutes, 22 seconds
The Makeup
12 minutes, 50 seconds
Playing with Objects and Props
3 minutes, 39 seconds
Preparing the Makeup
6 minutes, 58 seconds
  • 100% positive reviews (9)
  • 859 students
  • 14 lessons (1h 24m)
  • 13 additional resources (0 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 two fine art self-portrait images. One will be an up-close portrait using makeup, and the second will be a more experimental photo with props and reflection.

Projects by course students

Who is this online course for?

Anyone interested in photography and self-portraits who wants to experiment with art.

Requirements and materials

A camera and editing software, but you don’t need professional equipment or editing software knowledge since you can also use your smartphone during this course.


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859 Students
9 Reviews
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Nassia Stouraiti

A course by Nassia Stouraiti

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Nassia Stouraiti is a Greek self-taught portrait photographer who has enjoyed significant commercial success. She has worked with big companies such as Adidas Original, Yves Saint Laurent, and In Style magazine. In 2021, a photo of hers was chosen as the poster of the international exhibition ImageNation in Paris. Inspired by iconic directors like Ingmar Burgman and Pedro Almodovar, Nassia employs a cinematic and conceptual style to her work.


Content

  • U1

    Introduction

    • About Me
    • Influences
  • U2

    Preparation

    • Camera and Equipment
    • The Mood Board
    • The Use of the Space
    • The Makeup
    • Playing with Objects and Props
  • U3

    Makeup as a Concept

    • Preparing the Makeup
    • The First Shooting
  • U4

    Shooting with Props

    • Objects and Props
    • The Second Shooting
  • U5

    Postproduction

    • Selecting and Editing in Lightroom
    • Final Details with Affinity
    • How to Promote Your Work
  • FP

    Final project

    • Fine Art Photography: Capture Creative Self-Portraits

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Fine Art Photography: Capture Creative Self-Portraits. Photography, and Video course by Nassia Stouraiti

Fine Art Photography: Capture Creative Self-Portraits

A course by Nassia Stouraiti
Photographer. Athens, Greece.
Joined January 2022
  • 100% positive reviews (9)
  • 859 students