Capture Your Vision Through Photography
Petra Collins
Become the photographer you’ve always envisioned yourself to be with hands-on instruction from acclaimed artist Petra Collins. In this session, you’ll shoot an original photo series that captures your vision.
Become the photographer you’ve always envisioned yourself to be with hands-on instruction from acclaimed artist Petra Collins. In this session, you’ll shoot an original photo series that captures your vision.
Membership includes access to all sessions and classes, starting at $10/month (billed annually). Sessions are currently available on Android, Desktop, and iOS.
Shoot an original photo series
Level up your skills with step-by-step guidance on projects to achieve learnings you're proud of.
Flexible curriculum
We break down the class into manageable activities to do at your own pace.
Feedback & discussions
Access a community of peers to get feedback and be inspired
All levels
This session is approachable for beginners and has advanced techniques for the more experienced.
Shoot an original photo series
Level up your skills with step-by-step guidance on projects to achieve learnings you're proud of.
Flexible curriculum
We break down the class into manageable activities to do at your own pace.
Feedback & discussions
Access a community of peers to get feedback and be inspired
All levels
This session is approachable for beginners and has advanced techniques for the more experienced.
Unlock new skills with a structured curriculum
Section 1
Gearing Up for Inspiration
Section 2
Understanding Your Camera and Lighting Techniques
Section 3
Portraits and Understanding Your Subject
Section 4
Creating Your Series
Skills you will learn
Create Your Photo Series
- Loading film into a camera
- Choosing your location
- Creating ideal compositions
- Developing your vision
- Editing your photo series
Set Up Your Camera
- Understanding your subject
- Setting your F-stop
- Adjusting your exposure
- Managing your focus ring
- Understanding depth of field
Prepare For The Shoot
- Identifying your inspiration
- Understanding portraiture
- Assembling your starter kit
- Working with natural light
- Creating studio light
Skills you will learn
Create Your Photo Series
- Loading film into a camera
- Choosing your location
- Creating ideal compositions
- Developing your vision
- Editing your photo series
Set Up Your Camera
- Understanding your subject
- Setting your F-stop
- Adjusting your exposure
- Managing your focus ring
- Understanding depth of field
Prepare For The Shoot
- Identifying your inspiration
- Understanding portraiture
- Assembling your starter kit
- Working with natural light
- Creating studio light
Explore the full curriculum
Watch the Session Overview to learn more.
My Activities
Gearing Up for Inspiration
Petra shares her journey to becoming an influential photographer, and empowers you to begin your own path. She introduces you to the technical tools and creative inspiration that you’ll be harnessing throughout her session.
- Video activity 1
Sessions Overview
Petra gives you a rundown of the session format and offers a preview of everything you’ll learn in the session. In the Guides section, you’ll find a glossary packed with terms all photographers should know. (There will be several guides and PDFs for you to access throughout the class, so be on the lookout!)
- Video activity 2
Meet Your Instructor
Petra introduces herself and takes you through her decision to pursue film photography.
- Video activity 3
Compile Your Photography Starter Kit
Petra familiarizes you with her unique photography starter kit and explains how you can build your own. Get to know the cameras, lenses, and materials that will help you expand your aesthetic.
- Activity 4
Complete Petra’s Essential Checklist
Make use of this handy checklist to gather and organize all the film photography essentials you’ll need for the rest of Petra’s session.
- Activity 5
Learn to Properly Load Film Into Your Camera
Get familiar with the technical steps for loading film into your camera. Use this step-by-step guide to ensure you’re set up for success when you’re out shooting. Also, check out the Guides section for a directory of local photo businesses across the U.S. that can help you develop your photos.
- Video activity 6
Expand Your Creativity
Petra emphasizes the importance of continuous learning, reflection, and curiosity when generating new ideas. Then she challenges you to identify what inspires you outside of photography.
Understanding Your Camera and Lighting Techniques
Portraits and Understanding Your Subject
Creating Your Series
Explore the full curriculum
Watch the Session Overview to learn more.
My Activities
Gearing Up for Inspiration
Petra shares her journey to becoming an influential photographer, and empowers you to begin your own path. She introduces you to the technical tools and creative inspiration that you’ll be harnessing throughout her session.
- Video activity 1
Sessions Overview
Petra gives you a rundown of the session format and offers a preview of everything you’ll learn in the session. In the Guides section, you’ll find a glossary packed with terms all photographers should know. (There will be several guides and PDFs for you to access throughout the class, so be on the lookout!)
- Video activity 2
Meet Your Instructor
Petra introduces herself and takes you through her decision to pursue film photography.
- Video activity 3
Compile Your Photography Starter Kit
Petra familiarizes you with her unique photography starter kit and explains how you can build your own. Get to know the cameras, lenses, and materials that will help you expand your aesthetic.
- Activity 4
Complete Petra’s Essential Checklist
Make use of this handy checklist to gather and organize all the film photography essentials you’ll need for the rest of Petra’s session.
- Activity 5
Learn to Properly Load Film Into Your Camera
Get familiar with the technical steps for loading film into your camera. Use this step-by-step guide to ensure you’re set up for success when you’re out shooting. Also, check out the Guides section for a directory of local photo businesses across the U.S. that can help you develop your photos.
- Video activity 6
Expand Your Creativity
Petra emphasizes the importance of continuous learning, reflection, and curiosity when generating new ideas. Then she challenges you to identify what inspires you outside of photography.
Understanding Your Camera and Lighting Techniques
Portraits and Understanding Your Subject
Creating Your Series
Explore the full curriculum
Watch the Session Overview to learn more.
My Activities
Gearing Up for Inspiration
Petra shares her journey to becoming an influential photographer, and empowers you to begin your own path. She introduces you to the technical tools and creative inspiration that you’ll be harnessing throughout her session.
- Video activity 1
Sessions Overview
Petra gives you a rundown of the session format and offers a preview of everything you’ll learn in the session. In the Guides section, you’ll find a glossary packed with terms all photographers should know. (There will be several guides and PDFs for you to access throughout the class, so be on the lookout!)
- Video activity 2
Meet Your Instructor
Petra introduces herself and takes you through her decision to pursue film photography.
- Video activity 3
Compile Your Photography Starter Kit
Petra familiarizes you with her unique photography starter kit and explains how you can build your own. Get to know the cameras, lenses, and materials that will help you expand your aesthetic.
- Activity 4
Complete Petra’s Essential Checklist
Make use of this handy checklist to gather and organize all the film photography essentials you’ll need for the rest of Petra’s session.
- Activity 5
Learn to Properly Load Film Into Your Camera
Get familiar with the technical steps for loading film into your camera. Use this step-by-step guide to ensure you’re set up for success when you’re out shooting. Also, check out the Guides section for a directory of local photo businesses across the U.S. that can help you develop your photos.
- Video activity 6
Expand Your Creativity
Petra emphasizes the importance of continuous learning, reflection, and curiosity when generating new ideas. Then she challenges you to identify what inspires you outside of photography.
Understanding Your Camera and Lighting Techniques
Portraits and Understanding Your Subject
Creating Your Series
Projects from this Session
Find Inspiration
Capture Natural Light
Utilize Source Lighting
Take Portraits
Create a Photo Series
Create a Photo Series
Get feedback from a supportive community
Meet your instructor
Acclaimed artist Petra Collins is known for her dreamlike, emotive photography. Her whimsical style has influenced artistic trends while probing the nuances of femininity, identity, and vulnerability. In her session, Petra leverages her unique expertise to help you express yourself with your camera.
Meet your instructor
Acclaimed artist Petra Collins is known for her dreamlike, emotive photography. Her whimsical style has influenced artistic trends while probing the nuances of femininity, identity, and vulnerability. In her session, Petra leverages her unique expertise to help you express yourself with your camera.
Meet your instructor
Acclaimed artist Petra Collins is known for her dreamlike, emotive photography. Her whimsical style has influenced artistic trends while probing the nuances of femininity, identity, and vulnerability. In her session, Petra leverages her unique expertise to help you express yourself with your camera.
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