Night Photography




Course Overview:
Master the art of capturing breathtaking night skies and stunning low-light scenes with our comprehensive Night Photography course on Course Plus. From understanding camera equipment and settings to advanced in-field techniques, this course is designed to transform beginners into skilled night photographers. You’ll gain insights into pre-planning, composition, and post-production methods tailored for night photography. Whether you’re photographing the Milky Way or urban light trails, our step-by-step lessons will guide you to produce professional-quality images. Enroll now to bring your nocturnal visions to life!
Why Enroll in this Course?
Night photography is a challenging yet rewarding genre, and this course on Course Plus ensures you’re equipped with the right tools and knowledge to excel. You’ll learn how to choose the perfect camera and lens, master ISO, aperture, and shutter speed, and plan your shoots to reduce light pollution. With a focus on advanced techniques like exposure blending and focus stacking, you’ll create professional-level images. This course caters to all skill levels, combining theoretical lessons with practical, in-field demonstrations. Our expert instructors make technical concepts accessible, enabling you to produce stunning star trails, Milky Way shots, and cityscapes. Whether you’re a hobbyist or aspiring professional, this course delivers unmatched value for your creative journey.
Investment Value:
- Lifetime access to over 50 in-depth lessons on night photography techniques.
- Step-by-step guidance on using PhotoPills and other apps for shoot planning.
- Learn advanced post-processing techniques with tools like Lightroom and Photoshop.
- Comprehensive modules on equipment selection and in-field camera settings.
- Access to exclusive Course Plus community forums for peer reviews and expert support.
Technical Specifications:
- Duration: 4+ hours of video tutorials.
- Access: Lifetime access.
- Compatibility: Works on desktop, tablet, and mobile devices.
- Software: Tutorials covering Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop, and Helicon Focus.
- Level: Suitable for beginners, intermediates, and advanced learners.
Learning Outcome
- Master the basics of ISO, aperture, and shutter speed in low light.
- Use advanced camera settings to achieve sharp and vibrant night photos.
- Plan shoots effectively to minimize light pollution and optimize compositions.
- Capture stunning Milky Way, star trails, and urban light trails.
- Learn exposure blending and focus stacking for professional results.
- Develop composition skills to add scale, depth, and impact to images.
- Edit night photos with Lightroom and Photoshop for natural enhancements.
- Create time-lapse and star trail photography.
- Understand essential equipment, including lenses, filters, and tripods.
- Learn voice search optimized tips for finding the best night photography apps and tools.
Conclusion
Embark on your journey to master the art of night photography with Course Plus. This comprehensive course provides all the tools, techniques, and knowledge you need to capture stunning images under the stars. Whether you’re exploring the Milky Way or perfecting your urban nightscapes, our expert-led lessons ensure your skills shine in every frame. Enroll today and transform your passion for photography into breathtaking nocturnal masterpieces!
Next Steps:
- Register on Course Plus platform
- Access course materials
- Join community discussions
- Earn certification
Course Curriculum
INTRODUCTION
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Introduction to Night Photography
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What is Night Photography?
02:00
CAMERA EQUIPMENT OVERVIEW FOR NIGHT PHOTOGRAPHY
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Introduction to Camera Equipment
02:00 -
Best Camera for Night Photography
03:00 -
What Sensor Size do I need?
03:00 -
Lenses for Low Light Photography
04:00 -
Prime VS Zoom Lenses – Whats really important?
02:00 -
Tripods – Are they really important?
02:00 -
Complete Accessories Bundle for Night Photography
06:00
ULTIMATE GUIDE TO ALL THE BASICS OF NIGHT PHOTOGRAPHY
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Basics of Night Photography
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What is ISO?
02:00 -
Understand ISO – In field PRACTICAL
03:00 -
What is Aperture?
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Understand Aperture – In field PRACTICAL
03:00 -
What is Shutter Speed?
04:00 -
Understand Shutter Speed – In field PRACTICAL
04:00 -
Understand the Exposure Triangle in photography
03:00
LEARN THE ADVANCED IN-CAMERA BASICS FOR NIGHT PHOTOGRAPHY
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Learn the ADVANCED In-camera basics for Night Photography
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Histogram – Why’s it so important
03:00 -
RAW vs JPEG – What’s the difference?
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What is RAW and why’s it important?
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Dynamic Range – Why does NOONE understand this?
04:00 -
White Balance – Is it really important?
03:00
HOW TO PRE PLAN FOR NIGHT SKY PHOTOGRAPHY
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Why Pre-Planning is EXTREMELY important in night photography!
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How to reduce light pollution
04:00 -
Finding the best weather for night photography
04:00 -
The BEST App for Night Sky photography Planning!
07:00 -
Additional PRO feature of PhotoPills
07:00 -
PRO TIP For Night Sky Planning
04:00
IN-CAMERA BASICS OF NIGHT PHOTOGRAPHY
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How to focus to infinity – IMPORTANT
08:00 -
BEST Base Settings for Night Photography
03:00 -
Base Settings – Out in the Field!
03:00 -
What to do with a UNDEREXPOSED Image! #1
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What to do with a OVEREXPOSED Image! #2
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Overexposed Image? Here’s 1 MASTER TIP!
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PRO TIP: Finding Composition FAST!
03:00
NIGHT PHOTOGRAPHY COMPOSITION SKILLS
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Introduction to Composition
02:00 -
The POWER of a foreground Element
04:00 -
Impact your Night Photography with creating Scale
03:00 -
Create simple and stunning REFLECTION Photos
04:00 -
Low Light Cityscape Photography
04:00 -
Creating Simple Light Trails
04:00
LEARN ADVANCED CAPTURING TECHNIQUES TO IMPROVE YOUR NIGHT PHOTOGRAPHY
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Light Pollution Filter – How good are they?
03:00 -
Exposure Blending for Night Photography
04:00 -
Artistic Night Photography with Artificial Lighting
03:00 -
Focus Stacking for the BEST results!
04:00 -
Milky Way Time Lapse Photography
05:00 -
Creating unique star trail photography
04:00
IMAGE EDITING OF NIGHT PHOTOGRAPHY
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Introduction to Image Editing
02:00 -
Basics of Post-Production Sliders
20:00 -
Global VS Local Adjustments
10:00 -
Editing a Night Photography Image
22:00 -
Image Editing of Artificial Light in Night Photography
16:00 -
Blending Exposures for BEAUTIFUL natural images
14:00 -
Focus Stacking in PhotoShop
08:00 -
The BEST form of Focus Stacking with Helicon Focus
06:00 -
Editing Time-Lapse Milky Way Photography
06:00 -
Creating GORGEOUS Star Trail Night Photography
12:00 -
Adobe Lightroom: PRO TIPS!!!
14:00
Student Ratings & Reviews
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LevelAll Levels
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Duration4 hours 59 minutes
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Last UpdatedFebruary 27, 2025
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Material Includes
- 24/7 Support
- Online e-learning platform
- Interactive modules
- Video-based instruction
- Practical exercises
- Certification (on demand)
- Assessment on demand
Requirements
- Minimum age: 18 years
- Access to a computer with internet
- Willingness to learn and engage
Target Audience
- Hobbyists eager to explore night photography for the first time.
- Professional photographers looking to enhance their low-light skills.
- Content creators and influencers aiming for standout visual content.
- Travelers and adventurers documenting their nocturnal experiences.
- Photo editors and retouchers specializing in low-light images.
- Photography enthusiasts exploring astrophotography and urban nightscapes.

