Introduction: the fundamentals
All the fundamental concepts and techniques you can use to create separation in your portraits, and ultimately make your subjects pop.
The complete portrait course
Make your portraits pop.
Raise your portrait photography game today. I’ll teach you my secret sauce for making subjects stand out so they pop off the page, so you can create more interesting, impactful portraits. Taught by Brodie Butler.
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40+Video lessons
3.5hrs+Of video
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Tired of bland portraits that don’t stand out?
I remember when my portraits were flat and lacked any kind of excitement. I’d forever wonder how the photos in the magazines were so much better. I was missing something and I couldn’t work out what it was.
I’ll never forget the eye-opening moment when I started learning how to make my portraits pop. To achieve that WOW factor. To really impress my clients on the day and turn my portraits into magazine-worthy work. That’s what I’m here to pass on to you.
Is it for you?
This course is for you if…
- You struggle to get good results from your portraits.
- You want better results in-camera to impress clients.
- You’re missing that secret sauce to make your portraits pop.
- You have trouble separating clients from busy or unflattering backgrounds.
- You don’t know how to use lighting to your advantage.
The results
Just some of the images I create in this course.
What you’ll learn
Separation, in every situation.
You’ll learn every technique, in-camera and in post-production, that can be used to create separation between your subject and your background. These techniques are the backbone of my style and the reason I get hired.
It gives you an insight into my process and what I look for when creating a portrait, so you can make your portraits pop in every situation, using natural light and artificial light.
The curriculum
Explore what’s covered in the course.
Swimwear shoot — natural light
On location at the beach, exploring a number of natural-light scenarios with the techniques put into practice on a live shoot.
Swimwear shoot — using flash
After the natural-light solutions, it's time to show what we can do with flash.
In the studio
Taking full control with artificial light across different scenarios, using a variety of modifiers and tools to best separate your subject.
In the studio — additive approach
Starting simple with one light and slowly building on it, adding more lights and modifiers to further make your subjects stand out.
Studio — colour, contrast & smoke
The power that smoke and coloured gels have on increasing the impact of your portraits.
On location — fashion shoot
An inner-city bar location, shooting a series of fashion images across three dresses, using artificial light to create separation and problem-solving along the way.
On location — fashion shoot, part two
Both natural light and artificial light for the second half of the fashion shoot.
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[Bonus] fitness shoot
An outdoor demonstration on location, with and without flash, across a number of different lighting setups.
Post-production — Lightroom
Using masks and other Lightroom features to increase the separation in your portraits.
Post-production — Photoshop
How to enhance your portraits in Photoshop, including more advanced methods that can't be achieved in Lightroom.
Who is Brodie
The reason I get hired.
Brodie is a commercial portrait photographer based in Perth, Western Australia, well known for his use of light and specialising in off-camera flash.
A decade as an editorial automotive photographer published worldwide, years as a cinematographer in the film industry, and one of the most reputable glamour and swimwear photographers in Australia. Teaching has always been a passion, with over 10 years of sought-after workshops behind him.
What others are saying
From photographers who took the course.
“I can't believe I didn't know about some of these techniques. I've already done a shoot since watching this course and my client was absolutely blown away. I'm so excited, I can't wait for my next photoshoot!
Sarah Clarke
“I've attended workshops by Brodie before but there's so much information to remember. So it's so good to finally be able to watch at my own pace and rewatch them all later. I don't want to miss anything.
Matthew Ridley
“I am always eager to learn something new. Went through it at blazing speed: well organised, engaging, and filled with useful info. I find comfort in seeing actual shoots as if I were there, learning how it's done professionally.
Stanley C.
“A ridiculously good resource to add to your arsenal. Brodie's knowledge is unmatched and he articulates it in a way that's easy to understand and implement. That's been a game changer for me. Seriously recommend!
Danny O'Shea
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Make Your Subjects Pop eCourse.
Start learning how to make your subjects pop right now.
$197USD
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- Immediate access to all lessons.
- Lifetime access, including updates.
- Stream on any device, 24/7.
- 40+ videos, 3.5hrs+ of teaching.
Questions
Good to know.
What is your refund policy?
We have a no-questions-asked 14-day money-back guarantee. It can be hard to know exactly what's inside, so take a look with absolutely no risk. If it's not for you, we'll return your money. (If we detect that a member exceeds 10% of total progress and/or fraudulently accesses the course, we reserve the right to refuse a refund. After the 14-day period a refund is not available.)
How do I watch the course?
The course streams in any web browser on any device. Simply log in, go to your library from the menu, select the course and watch. You'll be emailed a link after purchase.
When does the course start?
You'll receive access straight away and the course is available 24/7. Start it whenever you like and complete it at your own pace.
How long do I have access?
You have lifetime access to the course, including any updates. If the course is ever taken offline, I'll give you the opportunity to download the videos.
I'm a complete newbie, is this course for me?
Absolutely. While some technical aspects might be new at this stage, all of the concepts are valuable to learn early. There are plenty of tips that benefit the complete beginner, and you're encouraged to ask questions in the Facebook group.
Do I need to know how to use flash?
No. While I use flash in some lessons, it's only a tool to demonstrate the concepts. LEDs are a great alternative, and there are lessons using only natural light, as well as post-production lessons independent of how you light.
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