Mark Galer's Alpha Creative Skills Courses

Capturing Powerful Portraits - Photographic Tips and Techniques

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Discover essential techniques for capturing powerful portraits, from mastering ambient light to using flash and modifiers. Learn composition tips, camera settings, and creative lighting setups to elevate your portrait photography skills.

• YouTube
• 51 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Sony ZV-E10 II Camera Review - Features and Comparison for Vloggers

Comprehensive review of Sony ZV-E10 II camera, exploring its features, capabilities, and suitability for vlogging. Compares with other models and discusses lens options for optimal performance.

• YouTube
• 51 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Sony FE 50-150 F2 GM Lens Review

Explore Sony's FE 50-150 F2 GM lens performance, comparing it to prime lenses and competitors while examining autofocus speed, sharpness, and practical applications for photographers who need wide apertures for fast-moving subjects.

• YouTube
• 24 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Sony Macro Lens Rumors and Close-Up Photography Options - July 2025

Explore Sony macro lens rumors and discover close-focusing alternatives for portrait and macro photography with expert recommendations from a Sony Alpha Ambassador.

• YouTube
• 19 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Sony RX1R III Preview - Full-Frame Compact Camera Features and Analysis

Explore Sony's secretive RX1R III full-frame compact camera featuring state-of-the-art AF systems, beloved FE 35mm F2 Zeiss lens, and collectible classic potential.

• YouTube
• 19 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

APS-C S35 Shooting on Sony Alpha Cameras - In-Camera Crop vs Post-Production

Explore APS-C S35 shooting modes on Sony Alpha cameras, comparing in-camera cropping vs post-production editing, crop factors, resolution impacts, and when to use APS-C lenses on full-frame bodies.

• YouTube
• 27 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Sony's AF Area Registration - Setup and Workflow Guide

Master Sony's AF Area Registration feature to quickly toggle between different focus areas for enhanced shooting flexibility and efficiency.

• YouTube
• 11 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Anamorphic Lens Capture and Video Correction in Sony Alpha Cameras

Master anamorphic lens videography techniques, from camera settings to post-production workflow, focusing on the Sirui 35mm T2.9 lens for creating professional widescreen cinematic content.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Sony FE 400-800mm F6.3-8 G OSS Lens Review

Explore the Sony FE 400-800mm lens capabilities, from wildlife photography performance to handling characteristics, with detailed comparisons and real-world shooting insights from a Sony Ambassador.

• YouTube
• 40 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Transitioning from Adobe Lightroom to DxO PhotoLab 8 - Complete Tutorial

Master the transition from Lightroom to DxO PhotoLab 8 with comprehensive guidance on workflows, advanced features, and essential tools for superior photo editing and noise reduction.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 28 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Sony 100mm Macro GM and 70-200 Macro G Lens Review

Discover how Sony's new FE 100mm F2.8 Macro GM compares to the 70-200 F4 Macro G for handheld macro photography in challenging conditions with moving subjects.

• YouTube
• 28 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Sony FE 400-800 F6.3-8 G OSS Lens Review

Explore the Sony FE 400-800mm lens with a comprehensive review covering reach, size, aperture limitations, sharpness, and practical considerations for wildlife photographers seeking maximum telephoto capability.

• YouTube
• 40 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Finder and Monitor - Specs and Settings for Sony Alpha Cameras

Master Sony Alpha camera finder and monitor settings with comprehensive coverage of EVF specs, display options, touch functions, and advanced features for optimal shooting performance.

• YouTube
• 41 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Back Button Focus for Sony Alpha Cameras

Master back button focus configuration on Sony Alpha cameras released after 2020, exploring setup steps and workflow pros and cons for enhanced photography control.

• YouTube
• 10 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Sony's Light Metering Modes for Cameras Announced After 2020

Master Sony's light metering modes for cameras post-2020, covering multi, spot, and highlight metering to achieve optimal exposure in challenging lighting conditions.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video