--- title: Secrets of Better Photography description: Master photography with DSLR, point-and-shoot, or phone. Learn lighting, motion, and editing. Transform your photographer's eye! image: https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Hobbies%20and%20Interests.png --- [Home](https://aspire.loyola.edu/?hsLang=en) [Categories](https://aspire.loyola.edu/products?hsLang=en) Personal Development [Secrets of Better Photography](https://aspire.loyola.edu/products/2463523847#) ![product_image](https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Hobbies%20and%20Interests.png) # Secrets of Better Photography #### $199.00 Start Today! [Add to cart](https://aspire-cart.loyola.edu/simple_order?catalogid=TC_E2G_A_Sec_of_Bet&return=https%3A%2F%2Faspire.loyola.edu) #### [ Professional Credits: ](https://aspire.loyola.edu/credit_terminology?hsLang=en) CEU: 2.4 #### $199.00 Start Today! [Add to cart](https://aspire-cart.loyola.edu/simple_order?catalogid=TC_E2G_A_Sec_of_Bet&return=https%3A%2F%2Faspire.loyola.edu) ![](https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Completion.png) Completion Time 24 hours ![](https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Access%20time.png) Access Time 42 Days ![](https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Outcome.png) Outcome Individual Skill Course ![](https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Language.png) Language English ![](https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Training%20level.png) Training Level Beginner #### Delivery Information: Online Asynchronous Self-paced #### Description Secrets of Better Photography will teach you how to take outstanding photos. Whether you use a DSLR, a point-and-shoot camera, or your phone for your photography, you will learn how to get the best results from your camera. This hands-on course will teach you how to choose the right photographic equipment to compose images with style. You can take your camera out of auto mode after learning about lighting, motion, aperture, shutter speed, and ISO settings. You will also explore common photography topics, including portraiture, children's photography, pet photography, and digital editing. Each lesson includes exercises and assignments, so you can apply what you learned to your own camera. By the time you finish, you will see a difference in both your photographer's eye and your photos. This *Secrets of Better Photography* course is offered in collaboration with the trusted learning partner Ed2Go. #### Learning Outcomes What you will learn: - Learn the fundamentals of photography and improve your skills - Gain an understanding of how equipment affects results by considering aspects such as shutter speed, aperture, depth of field, and resolution - Acquire the knowledge necessary to improve the composition, light, and shadow of your photos - Explore photography techniques associated with moving subjects and photojournalism - Learn digital editing techniques that can enhance your photography and expand its applications How you will benefit: - Become a better photographer of the people, places, and things that are most important to you - Gain an "artist's eye" and begin to look at the world in a whole new way - Explore technology that can change the way you memorialize the events of your life #### Requirements ** ##### Technology Requirements Hardware Requirements: This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook. Software Requirements: Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins. - PC: Windows 8 or later. - Mac: macOS 10.6 or later. - Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible. Cookies and JavaScript must be enabled - The latest Adobe Reader/Acrobat Reader ( free download available at https://get.adobe.com/reader/ ) - Any modern Office suite: Microsoft Office, Apple iWork, OpenOffice, or LibreOffice Other: - Reliable internet connection. Broadband cable or highspeed DSL is recommended for optimal experience. - E-mail account (to be able to register and to receive e-mail from the course system regarding registration, course status, etc.) #### Enroll My Team ** Are you looking to enroll your team in this training Course? You Can: ##### Option 1 Click "Add to Cart" and then update the number of seats you'd like to purchase in yout cart. [Add to Cart](https://aspire-cart.loyola.edu/simple_order?catalogid=TC_E2G_A_Sec_of_Bet&return=https%3A%2F%2Faspire.loyola.edu) ##### Option 2 Contact us to explore enrollment options, including potential discounts! [Contact Us](https://aspire.loyola.edu/individuals-contact-form?hsLang=en) ### $199.00 ##### Start Today! [Add to cart](https://aspire-cart.loyola.edu/simple_order?catalogid=TC_E2G_A_Sec_of_Bet&return=https%3A%2F%2Faspire.loyola.edu)