PHOTOGRAPHY 101
64 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 months ago - ★★★★ - 270 ratingsPLEASE GO TO SCOTT WITTENBURG.COM FOR THE LATEST PODCAST NEWS/UPDATES! Hosted by photography instructor Scott Wittenburg, this podcast is for anybody who wants to learn the secrets of taking better photos traditionally or digitally. Tips on cameras, composition, lighting and digital imaging in Photoshop are among the topics to be covered.
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Episode 38: Creating HDR Images and How to Bracket Exposures
July 14, 2010 00:36 - 54.3 MB VideoIn this lesson, learn how to create stunning HDR (high dynamic range) images using Photomatix, a FREE downloadable program. Also learn how to bracket exposures, an essential step in HDR imaging. See More HDR images Download PhotoMatix
Episode 37: Top Twenty Travel Tips
April 04, 2010 01:53 - 32.3 MB VideoIn this lesson, I've compiled a list of tips and photo essentials to include while "out in the field" or planning a trip. Many of these tips embody the issues and techniques discussed in prior lessons.
Episode 36: Focusing Tips plus Show and Tell: Motion Shots
December 14, 2009 02:47 - 32.5 MB VideoIn this episode, learn tips on how to use the autofocus and manual focus modes on a DSLR. Also, guest photographers share their stunning motion images in the continuing show and tell series.
Episode 35: Long Exposures by Guest Photographers
October 08, 2009 02:16 - 29.1 MB VideoIn this second "Show and Tell" series, guest photographers share their images via "virtual interviews" conducted by the host. Tips on long exposure photography are presented along with critiques of images recently submitted to the host by podcast viewers.
Episode 34: Flash Photography
July 09, 2009 02:39 - 45.6 MB VideoIn this lesson, learn how to use on-camera and external flash units, including studio flash. How flash works, its advantages and limitations are discussed in detail along with tips on how to set your camera to ensure successful flash exposures. Also included is a special section on how to use a flash meter and controlling the quality of light for studio flash photography.
Episode 33: Depth-of-Field and the Preview Button
May 26, 2009 01:28 - 16.9 MB VideoIn this lesson, learn how the aperture setting (f-stop) effects the depth-of-field in a scene and how you can use the depth of field preview button to see exactly what will be in focus in a shot.
Episode 32: Setting Exposure Using the Mode Dial
March 01, 2009 03:04 - 63.8 MB VideoIn this lesson, learn how to use the mode dial on your digital SLR to make exposure settings in the manual, shutter priority and aperture priority modes. How to adjust shutter speeds and f-stops automatically and manually while viewing the exposure meter readout directly through the viewfinder are explained in detail.
Episode 31: Basic Tips and Settings For Digital Cameras
January 01, 2009 02:42 - 40.2 MB VideoIn this lesson, some basic digital camera tips and suggestions are presented in a new experimental video camera format. Among the topics covered are choosing the correct image quality, size and ISO settings, memory card formatting and switching over to manual focusing.
Episode 30: Macro Photography
September 25, 2008 02:00 - 15.5 MB VideoIn this lesson, learn how to shoot compelling close-up shots using a macro lens. Tips on composition, lighting and controlling depth of field are discussed in detail.
Episode 29: White Balance and Color Correction
April 14, 2008 00:54 - 27 MB VideoIn this lesson, learn what white balance is and how to effectively use this function on your digital camera. Also learn how to use the photo filter feature in Photoshop to eliminate and correct color casts created by various light sources.
Episode 28: Capturing Motion
July 21, 2007 13:55 - 25 MB VideoIn this lesson, learn tips on how to capture motion in still images effectively and creatively.
Episode 27: All About Exposure
July 21, 2007 13:54 - 24.3 MB VideoIn this lesson, exposure and the importance of acquiring proper exposure via your camera settings is explained in detail. The relationship between ISO, aperture and shutter speed is discussed plus how you can tweak your camera settings for correction of improperly exposed images. (A pop quiz is also included!!)
Episode 26: Composition, Cropping and Depth of Field
July 21, 2007 13:47 - 7.91 MB VideoIn this lesson, learn effective in-camera composition and how to control depth of field. Cropping images in Photoshop and tips on portraiture and landscape photography are also covered.
Episode 25: Night Photography Tips
July 21, 2007 13:45 - 17 MB VideoIn this lesson, learn how to take great shots at night with either a digital or film camera. Tips on camera settings and exposure control are offered to help assure success of landscape shots taken at night or in low light situations.