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Photography

Macro Photography

Shoot Razor-Sharp Extreme Close-Ups of the Small World

12 lessons4 modules9h 25m durationbeginner level

Instructor: StretchLearn Faculty

About this course

This course takes a beginner from a kit lens to true 1:1 macro work and beyond. You will understand magnification and working distance, fight the razor-thin depth of field that defines macro, stack frames in Helicon Focus and Photoshop for front-to-back sharpness, and build a diffused flash rig that tames harsh light on shiny insects. Every module uses concrete numbers, named gear, and worked examples from the field and the home studio.

Curriculum

Module 1: Understanding Magnification and Gear3 lessons
Module 2: Conquering Depth of Field and Focus Stacking3 lessons
  • The Razor-Thin Depth of Field of Macro🔒45m
  • Capturing a Focus Stack🔒50m
  • Blending Stacks in Helicon Focus and Photoshop🔒50m
Module 3: Lighting the Small World3 lessons
  • Why Macro Needs Flash and How to Diffuse It🔒45m
  • Ring Flash, Twin Flash, and Continuous Light🔒50m
  • Backgrounds, Reflectors, and Natural Light🔒45m
Module 4: Subjects, Fieldcraft, and Finishing3 lessons
  • Finding, Approaching, and Handling Insects Ethically🔒45m
  • Flora and the Controlled Home Studio🔒50m
  • Editing Macro for Detail and Clean Color🔒45m
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