Mark Galer's Alpha Creative Skills Courses

Capturing Powerful Portraits - Photographic Tips and Techniques

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Learn techniques for creating powerful portraits through ambient and studio light, composition, lenses, camera settings, autofocus, and flash.

• YouTube
• 51 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

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

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

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 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'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

Back Button Focus for Sony Alpha Cameras

Configure Back Button Focus on newer Sony Alpha cameras and weigh its workflow pros and cons.

• YouTube
• 10 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 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

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 A7RV Camera Review

Review the Sony A7RV’s high-resolution sensor, autofocus, stabilization, workflow features, and movie-shooting capabilities.

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

Lightroom Classic Masterclass 2022 - Developing Images

Develop photographs in Lightroom Classic through precise color, tonal, detail, masking, and transform adjustments.

• YouTube
• 2 hours 4 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Sony APS-C Wide-Angle Lens Review

Review Sony’s three APS-C wide-angle lenses, comparing focal lengths, apertures, power zoom, and suitability for different shooting needs.

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

Sony Alpha Menus A to Z - Movie Settings for the A7IV

Configure Sony A7 IV movie menus, from frame rates and slow motion to autofocus, stabilization, picture profiles, zebras, and touch focus.

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