Class Central is learner-supported. When you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.

Coursera

White Background Product Photography with Natural Light

via Coursera

Overview

Google, IBM & Meta Certificates – 40% Off
One plan covers every Professional Certificate on Coursera.
Unlock All Certificates
By the end of this course, you'll be able to photograph products on a clean white background using natural light, create evenly lit images that showcase texture and detail, and confidently edit your photos so they're ready for e-commerce websites, social media, or online marketplaces. Join product photographer Cecilia Cruz Sandoval as she guides you through a simple, professional workflow that makes high-quality product photography accessible using either a smartphone or a DSLR camera. You'll learn how to build an effective white-background lighting setup with natural light, understand why this arrangement produces consistent results, apply practical tips to improve your images, and complete a streamlined editing process that prepares your photos for immediate use. Along the way, you'll also receive a downloadable PDF cheat sheet to reference whenever you're setting up a shoot. This course is ideal for small business owners, makers, artists, online sellers, and beginner photographers who want to create polished product images without investing in expensive studio equipment. To be successful, you should have access to a smartphone or DSLR camera and a few basic photography materials, but no prior product photography experience is required.

Syllabus

  • Capture Clean Product Photos with Natural Light
    • Begin your product photography journey by learning the fundamentals of creating professional-looking white background images with natural light. You'll explore the basic equipment you'll need, how to work effectively with sunlight, and how to build a simple lighting setup that produces bright, clean results without expensive gear.
  • Improve and Edit Natural Light Product Images
    • Build on your natural light photography skills by refining your shooting techniques and reviewing completed images. You'll discover helpful workflow tips and complete the editing process to create professional-quality product photos ready for online stores, portfolios, or marketing materials.
  • Create White Background Photos with Studio Lighting
    • Transition from natural light to studio photography by learning how to create consistent product images with artificial lighting. You'll build a simple one-light setup, review the resulting photographs, and complete the editing workflow to produce polished white background product images suitable for commercial use.

Taught by

Skillshare

Reviews

Start your review of White Background Product Photography with Natural Light

Never Stop Learning.

Get personalized course recommendations, track subjects and courses with reminders, and more.

Someone learning on their laptop while sitting on the floor.