Self-Portrait Photography Course

With Taya Iv

Meet Taya Iv, Your Self-Portrait Photography Coach

Taya discovered her love for photography at the age of 12, when she stumbled upon an art website called DeviantArt. There, she joined a community of portrait photographers who inspired her to take photos of other people and herself. Her very first self-portrait was taken with a 2-megapixel camera on her phone.

Since then, her work has been featured on book covers and in photography magazines. She has written over 400 articles about photography, edited several books on photography and cinematography, and become the ambassador for 500px, the world’s largest online photography community. All of this was achieved with minimal camera equipment in seemingly insignificant circumstances.

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General Course Description

Indoor self-portrait photography is one of the best genres for photographers who want to gain confidence, express themselves, and learn to see potential in seemingly insignificant places. Learning how to photograph yourself can help you as a photographer in general and allow you to empathize with models, confidently break the rules, and take outstanding photographs that accurately define you as an artist.

The best thing? You don't need to have the latest equipment, expensive props, or access to extravagant locations to master this genre.

This course will teach you how to comfortably take creative self-portraits indoors, regardless of your budget. You'll learn to work with simple items in your home to create eye-catching photos that tell a meaningful story. You'll also learn to make the most of the tools that you already have and turn your limitations into creative superpowers.

Students will be provided with engaging videos about topics like confidence, inspiration, self-portrait photography techniques, and much more. You'll gain access to a community where you can share your progress, get to know new people, and interact with the educator. By the end of this course, you'll be able to take self-portraits that you’re truly proud of and find potential anywhere.

Who is This Course for?

This course is for aspiring self-portrait photographers who have already some photography knowledge. If you want to improve your self-confidence and learn how to take self-portraits that tell a meaningful story, this course is for you.

Portrait Photographers

If you’ve never taken photos of yourself but are familiar with portrait photography, this course will teach you how to utilize your skills in this genre.

On-and-Off Camera Users

If you haven’t picked up your camera in a while, this course will provide you with the motivation you need to start over with confidence.

Photographers On A Budget

The equipment that you already have is enough. This course will show you how to make the most of your circumstances and take incredible self-portraits indoors.

How this Course Will Help You Succeed

You'll feel more comfortable in front of the camera

You'll develop the style you already have or completely transform it in a way that complements your artistic taste

You'll learn how to make the most of your indoor space and the equipment you already have

You'll find out how to use simple, everyday light (i.e. desk lamps and torches) to take creative self-portraits

You'll take self-portraits that look visually appealing and tell a meaningful story

You'll get better at finding incredible creative potential in places that other people overlook

Course Overview

6 Modules / 30 Videos

Introduction

1.1 A Summary of This Course

1.2 Why Working on a Budget Is Amazing

1.3 My Indoor Self-Portraits and Their Stories

1.4 My Camera Equipment

1.5 FAQ Self-Portrait Photography

Preparation

2.1 Making the Most of Your Equipment

Watch demo

2.2 Technical Tips - Aperture

Watch demo

2.3 Technical Tips - ISO & Shutter Speed

2.4 Auto vs. Manual

2.5 Getting the Right Focus & Foreground Tips

Taking Self-Portraits Indoors

3.1 How to Tell a Meaningful Story

3.2 Quiz

3.3 Working with Natural Light on a Cloudy Day

3.4 Working with Natural Light on a Sunny Day

3.5 Creating Artificial Light Using Everyday Objects - Part I

3.6 Creating Artificial Light Using Everyday Objects - Part II

Finding Potential In Your Home

4.1 Creating More Light with Reflectors

4.2 The Power Of Prisms

4.3 Backgrounds Tips

4.4 Using Everyday Objects Creatively

4.5 Working with Unusual Colors

How To Feel Comfortable In Front Of The Camera

5.1 Social Media & Photography

5.2 Effective Angles & Poses

5.3 Letting Go Of Perfection

5.4 Faceless Self-Portraiture

5.5 How To Find Confidence with the Help of Makeup & Costumes

Continuing Your Self-Portrait Photography Journey

6.1 Editing Tips & Tricks

6.2 Building Your Own Photography Community

6.3 The Power of Slowing Down

6.4 How to Constantly Develop Your Style

6.5 Resources & Gifts For You

Listen to our podcast about the course

Excellent course! I learned how to capture emotions and create meaningful photographs.

Sebastian Ware

Join in the Indoor Self-Portrait Course

Price

$99/year

(this course comes together with our main membership)

Quickly learn the art of self-portrait photography indoors

Get access to quizzes, additional resources, and exciting surprises

Meet new photographers who also love self-portrait photography

Get the support and guidance you need to become a better photographer

Get Access to 7 additional premium photography courses and other exciting membership perks

Frequently Asked Questions

Still not sure? Find answers to your questions here...

About the course

There are 6 modules in total, with at least 5 videos in each. Each module focuses on a specific area of indoor self-portrait photography on a budget, like making the most of the items in your home or working on your self-confidence.

All kinds of cameras and equipment are welcome. The instructor has been using the same equipment (Canon 5D Mark II with a 50mm f/1.8 lens) for years. This course is about learning how to make the most of what you already own. However, you'll significantly benefit from using a wireless remote and a tripod.

Ideally, you should have a general idea of camera settings like aperture, ISO, and shutter speed so that you can easily follow along as you watch the videos. These settings will be covered briefly in the course, but the expectation is that you know how to use your camera's basic settings. You don't need to have any knowledge of self-portrait photography to make the most of this course.

All of the lessons are pre-recorded, but you can send direct messages to the instructor if you need any guidance.

Yes. You can share your photos with others, ask for feedback, and interact with other members of our online community.

Payment for the course is required before you can join and begin the lessons.

You will have access to one new lesson every 24 hours. Once a lesson is available to you, you'll have lifetime access to it. Given this system, you'll benefit the most from watching one video every day (or as often as you can) and completing a challenge afterward. This way, you'll be able to practice regularly and improve your skills.

Lessons typically range from 2-6 minutes and focus on topics like artificial light, using everyday objects creatively, feeling confident in front of the camera, and much more. All the lessons have been edited carefully to give you the best possible experience as a student. You won't just have to look at the instructor as she tells you how to take beautiful photos of yourself. You'll see how she takes those photos and be provided with photo examples. Most of the lessons end with a challenge that's meant to help you develop your style and build confidence as a self-portrait photographer.

Yes, you will earn a certificate of completion at the end of the course

Lessons will play on any device capable of playing videos. This includes smartphones, tablets, PCs, and Macs.

Yes, you can watch each lesson as many times are you like. The lessons are short and concise. If you need to review the information, it will not take much time.

This course is available anywhere you have an internet connection. The teaching and challenges are relevant internationally.

Yes, subtitles are available if you need them.

Yes. If you're curious about this genre, you're bound to take amazing photographs of yourself. All you need is a little extra knowledge and inspiration, which this course will provide you with.

That’s completely fine. Self-portrait photography is about more than just photographing your face. Many people in this genre like to photograph themselves in beautiful locations outdoors or indoors without showing their faces at all. This course briefly focuses on that, but you can still use most of the principles shared in the lessons to take meaningful photos of yourself without showing your face.

Yes. All of the lessons focus on photographing yourself indoors exclusively. This is meant to help you make the most of your surroundings, no matter where you are. You don't need to live in an extraordinary home to take stunning photos.

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