Portrait Lighting Courses and Certifications

Studio Portrait Lighting

Let photographer Kirk Tuck show you the equipment, setup and lighting techniques you’ll need to create alluring, professional-quality studio portraits.

• Craftsy
• 2 hours 50 minutes
• Self-Paced
• $39.00

Picture Perfect Lighting

104 ratings at CreativeLive

Master lighting techniques for stunning portraits without relying on post-processing. Learn to use on-camera, off-camera, and natural light effectively, enhancing creativity and reducing editing time.

• CreativeLive
• 12 hours 11 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Modern Glamour Lighting

Master portrait and glamour lighting techniques with award-winning photographer Lou Davis, covering essential equipment, perfect light placement, and methods for photographing models and celebrities.

• CreativeLive
• 1 hour 26 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

The Portrait Lighting Challenge: Natural vs Studio

59 ratings at CreativeLive

The Portrait Lighting Challenge: Natural vs Studio with Sue Bryce, Felix Kunze

• CreativeLive
• 10 hours 13 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Lighting Solutions for Portrait Photography

45 ratings at CreativeLive

Lighting Solutions for Portrait Photography with James Schmelzer

• CreativeLive
• 1 hour 29 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Lighting and Posing for a Cinematic Portrait

17 ratings at CreativeLive

Lighting and Posing for a Cinematic Portrait with Dan Brouillette

• CreativeLive
• 1 hour 22 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

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The Ultimate Guide to Portrait Lighting in Blender

Master portrait lighting fundamentals in Blender with this tutorial covering reference usage, color techniques, and creative lighting setups for stunning 3D portraits.

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

Career Certificate

Digital Photography Certificate

Master professional studio photography techniques, from camera settings and lighting to advanced retouching in Adobe software. Create stunning portraits and master color management for print and digital media.

• Noble Desktop
• 60 hours
• Self-Paced
• $2,495.00

Speedlights 101

106 ratings at CreativeLive

Mastering speedlights for dramatic photography: Learn flash techniques, exposure control, and creative lighting setups to elevate your images in various scenarios.

• CreativeLive
• 15 hours 21 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Portrait Photography Bootcamp

96 ratings at CreativeLive

Learn essential portrait photography skills, from camera settings to posing techniques. Master lighting, composition, and directing subjects for stunning results in various settings and group sizes.

• CreativeLive
• 13 hours 47 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Studio Lighting 101

100 ratings at CreativeLive

Comprehensive guide to studio lighting techniques, from basic setups to advanced multi-light configurations. Learn to create professional portraits, beauty shots, and dramatic images with confidence.

• CreativeLive
• 14 hours 53 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Understanding Light

81 ratings at CreativeLive

Explore the fundamentals of lighting in photography, from natural light to studio strobes. Learn techniques to manipulate and shape light for powerful, well-lit images in various settings.

• CreativeLive
• 15 hours
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Seeing and Shaping Light

92 ratings at CreativeLive

Develop skills to analyze, recreate, and design lighting setups for powerful portraits. Learn studio patterns, modifiers, and creative techniques for both indoor and outdoor photography.

• CreativeLive
• 4 hours 50 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Studio Lighting

66 ratings at CreativeLive

Comprehensive studio lighting course covering equipment, techniques, and practical applications for various indoor photography scenarios. Ideal for beginners and experienced photographers alike.

• CreativeLive
• 14 hours 54 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Getting Started in Professional Food Photography

40 ratings at CreativeLive

Getting Started in Professional Food Photography with Steve Hansen

• CreativeLive
• 5 hours 2 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course