Learn Photography [Full Course] by Australian Geographic Photographer Chris Bray

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  • čas přidán 12. 04. 2020
  • Get off 'Auto Mode' and unlock your creative potential! This popular, complete course by award-winning photographer Chris Bray uses simple explanations, plenty of examples and even practical sessions to guide you through from basic setup and composition to aperture, shutter speed, exposure, ISO, lighting, lenses, histograms, white balance and more! Enjoy!
    1:43 Basic Photography
    14:21 Composition
    31:06 Exposure (and histograms)
    51:35 Aperture and Depth of Field
    1:08:48 Shutter Speed and Movement
    1:24:11 ISO
    1:36:04 Lighting
    1:53:36 Lenses
    2:06:53 Practical photography advice
    Website: chrisbrayphotography.com
    Course Booklet & Clip Cards (also as iBook & App): chrisbrayphotography.com/shop
    Instagram: / chrisbrayphotography
    Facebook: / chrisbrayphotography
    Please donate if you liked my free course: paypal.me/chrisbrayphotography

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  • @premjohn
    @premjohn Před rokem +487

    One hour though this and this has singularly restored my faith in humanity's ability to use the internet to spread knowledge and information. Thank you Chris Bray for putting this up and for sharing freely your talent and expertise.

    • @ChrisBrayPhotography
      @ChrisBrayPhotography  Před rokem +26

      Hahah Thanks very much! I Know what you mean! =P

    • @bettyli6635
      @bettyli6635 Před rokem +15

      I totally agree. I did a search on videos covering Depth of Field. Found Chris's video and realized after watching it that there was a whole 2.5 hr course so now I'm watching the whole thing. Chris, you explain things in such a simple way that anyone can "get it". Thanks!

    • @epiclinkbw
      @epiclinkbw Před rokem +5

      Simply amazing.

    • @Risingabovechaos
      @Risingabovechaos Před rokem +3

      Yeah someone not marketing to us 👊💯

    • @ninivenava632
      @ninivenava632 Před rokem +2

      I second that 🎉 💯 😊. Thank you, thank you, thank you 👌☺️🙏🙏.

  • @nddn3683
    @nddn3683 Před 3 lety +982

    TOPICS INDEX
    1. Structure of the course 00:26
    2. Basic Photography 01:45
    *Types of cameras 02:00
    -Compact cameras 02:01
    -DSLR cameras 02:48
    -In-between cameras 03:08
    *How does the camera works? 03:24
    -Aperture and depth of field 03:32
    -Shutter Speed and movement 05:08
    *Camera Basics 06:27
    -Right posture and grab 07:27
    -Check your photos 09:39
    *Basic camera setting 10:27
    3. Composition 13:47
    *Top 10 Composition Tips 14:36
    1- Horizontal Horizon 14:39
    2- Rule of Thirds 15:45
    3- Framing 19:48
    4- Check your Backgrounds! 21:24
    5- Fill the Frame 23:41
    6- Leading Lines 25:52
    7- Anything but Eye-level 26:35
    8- Look for details 28:07
    9- Take Vertical Photos Too! 29:05
    10- Brake the Rules! 30:03
    4. Exposure 30:55
    *What is Exposure? 31:30
    -Contrast Limitation 32:05
    -Exposure Analogy 34:10
    -Unlock the creative potential of the camera! 36:26
    *Calculating exposure 38:49
    *Metering Modes 39:15
    -Evaluative Metering 39:37
    -Partial Metering 41:46
    -Spot Metering 41:59
    *Exposure compensation 43:10
    *Histogram 46:21
    *Practical Session 49:53
    5. Aperture and Depth of Field 51:35
    *What is Depth of Field? 52:10
    *What is Aperture? 53:20
    -Aperture is easy! 54:50
    -How to apply all this information? 56:58
    -Watch out for this! The region that is most focused 59:56
    *Av Mode (Aperture Mode) 1:01:03
    *Practical Session 1:07:27
    6. Shutter Speed 1:08:48
    *What is Shutter Speed? 1:09:23
    *Explore the Creative Opportunities that Shutter Speed Gives 1:10:28
    -Silky Water Effect 1:10:41
    -Add life to your photos by adding movement 1:10:49
    -Low-light Photography 1:11:09
    -Light-painting Photography and tips 1:13:23
    -Importance of tripod 1:15:43
    -Use a timer! Avoid trepidation 1:16:35
    *Drive Modes 1:17:21
    -Single Shooting 1:17:31
    -Rapid Fire 1:17:37
    -Self-timer: 10 sec/Remote Control 1:17:58
    -Self-timer: 2sec 1:18:45
    -Self-timer: Continuous 1:19:13
    *Tv Mode (Time value) 1:19:54
    *Practical Session 1:21:46
    7. ISO 1:24:10
    *What is ISO? 1:24:30
    *How to use it? 1:25:00
    *High ISO Noise 1:27:12
    *Key Point of ISO 1:29:26
    *Triangle of Exposition 1:30:08
    *Manual Mode 1:30:35
    *Bulb Mode 1:31:47
    *Practical Session 1:33:22
    *Auto ISO 1:35:10
    8. Lighting 1:36:04
    *What is lighting? 1:36:37
    *Types of lighting:
    1- Morning Lighting 1:36:49
    2- Harsh Lighting 1:37:21
    3- Cloud Lighting 1:38:12
    4- Evening Lighting 1:39:02
    5- Low-Light 1:39:33
    *Lighting Direction 1:40:27
    -Front Lighting 1:40:35
    -Side Lighting 1:41:21
    -Back Lighting 1:41:32
    *Think about your lighting 1:44:02
    *Flash 1:44:59
    -Fill-Flash 1:45:06
    -Catch Light 1:45:56
    *External Flashes 1:46:18
    *White Balance 1:48:33
    -Auto White Balance (A.W.B) 1:48:58
    -How to fix weird colors even when A.W.B is set? 1:49:41
    *Filters 1:50:26
    -Polarising filters 1:50:28
    -U.V Filter 1:52:24
    9. Lenses 1:53:36
    *The 4 Basic Lenses Categories 1:54:02
    *Standard Lenses 1:54:23
    *Wide Angle Lenses 1:54:39
    *Telephoto Lenses 1:55:08
    *Other Lenses 1:55:24
    -Macro Lenses 1:55:32
    -Fisheye Lenses 1:56:41
    *Focal Lenght 1:56:57
    -50mm as The Standard Value 1:57:36
    -Rule of Thumb 1:58:06
    -Zoom Lenses 1:59:31
    -Prime Lenses (Fixed Focal Lenght Lenses) 2:00:04
    -Lens Speed 2:01:31
    -What all the info of the ring at the top of the lens means? 2:02:00
    -Manual Focus (MF) 2:04:44
    10. Practical Photography 2:06:42
    *Take Lots. Delete Later 2:07:16
    *Storage 2:09:51
    *Camera Cleaning 2:11:13
    -Sensor Cleaning 2:11:27
    *Post Production 2:13:32
    *Going Further 2:15:26

    • @alexiaana
      @alexiaana Před 3 lety +9

      Thanks mate

    • @qianni7950
      @qianni7950 Před 3 lety +6

      Thank you!!!

    • @nddn3683
      @nddn3683 Před 3 lety +4

      @@alexiaana hope it helps

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  • @user-sc4kv4vp8v
    @user-sc4kv4vp8v Před 3 měsíci +15

    The absolute best two and a half hours that the Internet has provided. Excellent presentation and so much education in their. Had me locked in from the start. Brilliant work, and thank you.

  • @dbankerph
    @dbankerph Před měsícem +1

    The best course I have ever had in CZcams. Very clear. ❤

  • @Digdarshann
    @Digdarshann Před 3 lety +637

    What an idiot one must be to dislike a 2 hour long course that is ABSOLUTELY free. Thanks for this video! I really appreciate the work you've put in to educate us

    • @ChrisBrayPhotography
      @ChrisBrayPhotography  Před 3 lety +35

      haha thanks very much =) I agree

    • @cherilynut
      @cherilynut Před 3 lety +20

      Isn't that the BEST Statement out of ALL the other comments and the TRUEST.... ***WHY, BECAUSE THEY'RE COMPLETE IDIOTS AND PROBABLY PAID FOR A CLASS*** That's all I can come up with in a nice way that is. There are two kinds of people in the world, generally, one's who are HAPPY + APPRECIATE THINGS/PEOPLE and the others are UNHAPPY people who are very JELOUS, ENVIOUS of what other people but them have that are so unappreciative & ugly from the inside out. THOSE KIND BUG ME!!!!
      . Obviously hypocrites!
      ANYHOO YES, THANK YOU #ChrisBrayPhotography!!!! How very thoughtful and oh so kind of you. I appreciate EVERY- SECOND you put into this AWESOME Course and SUBB'd + gave you a THUMBS UP 👍👍🏼😘✌🏼 to show my appreciation. Oh and I watched the entire video, I know this helps you on the YT Algorhythm. KEEP SMILING~ CHERI from SLC, UTAH

    • @fjr3391
      @fjr3391 Před 3 lety

      Qqa

    • @alexyindia
      @alexyindia Před 3 lety +2

      SUB HIM!

    • @Wilsonsam04
      @Wilsonsam04 Před 3 lety

      Maybe they are better than Chris, by the way thank you Chris.

  • @TaufikLukman
    @TaufikLukman Před rokem +58

    13:46 Setup Summary
    30:16 Composition Tips
    35:09 Shutter speed & apertures
    41:33 Metering Models (Mid Brightness)
    46:25 Histogram
    49:55 practical session
    51:40: apertures
    1:20:07 Shutter Speed Mode

  • @alphabetagamma4142
    @alphabetagamma4142 Před 2 měsíci +5

    This is such an amazing course! As a beginner, I've already done like 3 of these free youtube courses and still wasn't satisfied with my images. After doing this one, I realised what was happening... Everyone was teaching the details of using a camera, but nobody was teaching how to actually take good photos and the principles of good photography. I'm gonna take lots of notes and test, practice these principles the next time I'm going out. So glad I clicked on this video!

  • @CES700
    @CES700 Před 2 lety +67

    Each minute of this vídeo may have taken one hour to edit, and I imagine the amount of days required for preproduction and filming of this material. And you are generously giving it for free. BIG THANKS CHRIS!

  • @Eri-le4xg
    @Eri-le4xg Před 3 lety +17

    my first impression : oh no... 2 and half hours... I probably won't watch this.
    me 10 mins into the lessons : grab my camera and start practicing.
    this is the best free photography lesson ever IMO. the lessons are very constructive. thank you for publishing this

  • @julieheit2006
    @julieheit2006 Před 2 lety +194

    This is the best course I’ve done and now finally understand photography. I’ve paid for two online courses, one was good but no where near as good as this, the other I got a refund. Chris presents in a calm clear and logical way. His explanations make sense and you’re not left thinking wtf was that all about. And as said by others this was free. Thank you Chris.

    • @ChrisBrayPhotography
      @ChrisBrayPhotography  Před 2 lety +11

      Thanks Julie =) Thats really rewarding to hear and Im glad you've got so much from it =)

    • @DevsRad265
      @DevsRad265 Před 2 lety +9

      This course doesn't assume any prior knowledge to photography. Chris also doesn't try to show off by complicating things unnecessarily. Kept it short, simple and to the point. This was a god send to me. I am practicing photography and took some awesome movement blur photos today thanks to the course.

    • @CarolinesCottage
      @CarolinesCottage Před 2 lety +1

      Best photography course I’ve ever seen. Straightforward, no nonsense… brilliant! My heartfelt thanks.

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      @hridaypatel8556 Před 2 lety

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      @rahma49 Před 2 lety

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  • @AlexanderJankowski-md9hu
    @AlexanderJankowski-md9hu Před měsícem +1

    Your dedication to your audience is admirable.

  • @louisking3519
    @louisking3519 Před 28 dny +2

    Had to pause the video at 31mins just to appreciate the quality of content 😊😊😊...

  • @tzanetoskatsafados6772
    @tzanetoskatsafados6772 Před 3 lety +79

    This video has to be the BEST photography "how to" explaining video on youtube. Ever. Period.

  • @brunocpimenta
    @brunocpimenta Před rokem +4

    The way he creates a character out of the camera is so nice and cute, hahahah. "What about 5.6?" (Talking aboute aperture) and at 1:51:23 "geez... its quite dark out there" . I cant help but smiling at those sentences

  • @Jwitherow1964
    @Jwitherow1964 Před 2 měsíci

    Down under people rock happy that CZcams desided to show you to me after 5 years of watching photography channels. Is like CZcams only shows me the same 3 or 4 channels. Then ever so often it picks a good one like yours. Thanks

  • @abaassabaassi2716
    @abaassabaassi2716 Před měsícem +1

    You are amazing with your skills and knowledge of photography and more importantly for your love of teaching and dissemination of knowledge to others. Internet can be beneficial with presence of people like yourself. Thank you Chris Bray

  • @MinorVoices
    @MinorVoices Před 2 lety +42

    THANK YOU! This material you share, you can totally sell a 4-5 session course based on this video for a few hundreds or even a few grands $ and people would willing to pay that amount but you chose to share it for free. Bless your soul sir. Very well elaborated, expecting a very basic lesson but getting way more than that, actually learn lots of thing. Thanks again!

  • @RightBrainVizuals
    @RightBrainVizuals Před 2 lety +31

    I love u man! Words can’t express the level of gratitude i have for you! Paid courses don’t even compare. Now i understand what is meant by “The best things in life are free”

  • @Jwitherow1964
    @Jwitherow1964 Před 2 měsíci +1

    The more I watch the more I watch. I am a 40 year veteran of photography and this is so refreshing,and you teaching style is something special, I am going to watch all of your videos! My goodness I keep waiting for the catch for the money grab! Thank you a million times

  • @sampsonowusuboampong5359
    @sampsonowusuboampong5359 Před 24 dny +2

    Applause 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻.God bless you for your time

  • @yahyanik7945
    @yahyanik7945 Před 3 lety +13

    Ok, I really am amazed at 473 people who watched this and disliked it. You are a great teacher, thank you!

    • @chuck2703
      @chuck2703 Před 3 lety +2

      Some may be envious

    • @DadeReLLiK
      @DadeReLLiK Před 3 lety +1

      Yeah, I agree. I am a complete noob and wanted to take up photography for fun and as a hobby. I feel like this lesson gave me a fantastic jumping-off point and I'm not longer intimidated by the camera I just bought. I honestly don't understand all the dislikes.

    • @capricornmagic63
      @capricornmagic63 Před 3 lety

      The 473 are those kicking themselves that they didn't do it first

    • @RichardRietdijk
      @RichardRietdijk Před 3 lety +1

      No no no: They are Australians, liking the video! 🙃

  • @vothuong58
    @vothuong58 Před 2 lety +8

    Who said that the best things in life are not free? This is an awesome informative no-frills course, Free, and better than some paid courses I took that left me perplexed and dared not ask questions because I didn't want to sound stupid. Can't thank you enough.

  • @alanwoods8
    @alanwoods8 Před 2 měsíci +1

    I have gained knowledge for free in 2 hours and 24 minutes, a feat I haven't achieved after spending significant time and money on courses that were not of value. Thank you greatly, Chris. You are an excellent teacher.

  • @ConcreteTweedHeadsSolutions

    Your passion for what you do is truly inspiring.

  • @bogdanpopescu8406
    @bogdanpopescu8406 Před 4 lety +40

    I'm a pro photographer, but I teach basics things from time to time. I think it's THE BEST general full course I met.

    • @ChrisBrayPhotography
      @ChrisBrayPhotography  Před 3 lety +1

      Great to hear! Thanks Bogdan!

    • @SunShine-py9zi
      @SunShine-py9zi Před 3 lety

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  • @jsi4452
    @jsi4452 Před 3 lety +65

    I have never watch a 2+ hour video before, but it was amazing and I learned so much!!! Thank you.

  • @SPDskills
    @SPDskills Před 2 měsíci +1

    Thank you very much for the opportunity to learn!!

  • @markrowley4304
    @markrowley4304 Před rokem +1

    Hi chris,my name is mark .i live in south wales uk.i purchased my first dslr one week ago! Your full course has been so helpful to me.as you can imagine i know little about photography and being 65yrs old my brain is a little slower,oh,the camera is eos 70d with manfrotto tripod,sotgun microphone,2 batteries,lapel microphone,cmera bag,uv filter.17 to 135mm lens,charger.low shutter count.all for the price of £400.00 used!i am learnin a lot from your video's.once again,thank you very much.rgds,mark.

    • @ChrisBrayPhotography
      @ChrisBrayPhotography  Před rokem

      That's great to hear! Sounds like you're having fun! Best wishes for 2023!

  • @zackaverall8522
    @zackaverall8522 Před 4 lety +199

    I got my first camera last year and I used it a few times and couldn’t get the hang of it so I gave up. But as I’m in lockdown (in UK) I searched and searched for someone who could explain how to use a camera and you are the only one that I can understand and listen to. Now I cannot stop taking photos.
    Thank you!

    • @ChrisBrayPhotography
      @ChrisBrayPhotography  Před 4 lety +17

      Thanks so much Zack!!! I'm so glad my teaching style works for you! Good on you for taking the time to say thanks! Stay well!

    • @yadwindersinghsekhon7111
      @yadwindersinghsekhon7111 Před 4 lety +7

      Same here. This mentor has given me the hope to develop my passion to the pro level.

    • @theblackpearlinspiredstories
      @theblackpearlinspiredstories Před 4 lety

      did u buy a nikon?

    • @lynhagan23
      @lynhagan23 Před 3 lety +3

      I'll second that. Lots of other people were showing off rather than explaining. Aperture explanation sticks with me everytime I shoot

    • @artvandelay3495
      @artvandelay3495 Před 3 lety +1

      @@lynhagan23 yes!!! "the more f's there are the more f's you use" the easiest way to remember it in your brain so it stops trying to think of it logically by comparing the size of the hole to the number instead. I feel like the f stop expert now thanks to this guy haha 😂

  • @PlumpTravelers
    @PlumpTravelers Před 3 lety +60

    I want to say thank you! I have ADHD and have a learning disability. I sometimes have a hard time grasping and retaining information. I recently got into pbotography and trying to learn. After watching your lesson about composition and rule of 3rds, I was able to grasp and understand it. It is your using images and talking to explain. Im a visual learner. I look forward to more lessons.😊👍

    • @ChrisBrayPhotography
      @ChrisBrayPhotography  Před 3 lety +6

      Thats awesome to hear, thanks for letting me know!

    • @kashkaorlow31
      @kashkaorlow31 Před 2 lety +5

      Oh my gosh, thank you for your honest comment. It resonated with me (I also have ADHD), and you have made me feel so much better and not so alone. Thank you!

    • @user-uq6od9rx5b
      @user-uq6od9rx5b Před 2 lety

      .

    • @posterboyrob
      @posterboyrob Před 2 lety +2

      I also was diagnosed ADHD. I am a hands on learner. I watch and rewatch. Chris helped me in my hobby so much. I have owned about eight cameras over twelve years including two EOS. My current main camera is a T7. Until Chris I always felt lost.

    • @kimandherman
      @kimandherman Před 2 lety +5

      Wow looks like I'm in good company here, I all so am ( add, adhd, dyslexic) but my grandpa said I had ants in my pants, if my mom used a switch to dust my pants, the ants would leave and I would settle down.
      She tried many times to dust them a way, I'm now 59 and their still here, I don't settle down for long, so this is a great way for me to learn, my dad said never stop learning, when you do you start dieing.
      Thank you so much !!!
      New subscriber here 😃

  • @elsiedelrosario3354
    @elsiedelrosario3354 Před 9 měsíci +2

    Thank you so much Chris Bray very much for your course!I become closer to Jesus God & Holy Spirit!May God Bless you More & More!I love You!!!❤

  • @bhushanbhairannavar4059
    @bhushanbhairannavar4059 Před 11 měsíci +9

    Very helpful session with you Chris...... You made my mind to become Professional photographer ❤❤❤

  • @iangalinato3864
    @iangalinato3864 Před 3 lety +167

    This video is literally the most underrated photography vid on youtube... Thank you for making this!!! This helped me understand so much!

    • @ChrisBrayPhotography
      @ChrisBrayPhotography  Před 3 lety +10

      Wow, thank you! Please help spread to your friends!

    • @chekikayferrando
      @chekikayferrando Před 3 lety +2

      decided Ty u7u777 itty yg Cy 💞 🇳🇴🇳🇴 🇳🇴🎉🇳🇴🎉 🇳🇴🇳🇴🎁

    • @chekikayferrando
      @chekikayferrando Před 3 lety

      @@ChrisBrayPhotography and a good idea huhkk

    • @dimitragovas6857
      @dimitragovas6857 Před 3 lety +1

      Excellent tutorial!!!! I bought my Nikon camera two years ago but I didn't understand how all these buttons worked!Thank You @Chris Bray photography!!!!!

    • @natman9839
      @natman9839 Před 3 lety +2

      100% this helped me more than anything.
      Thank you!!

  • @chamindasenadheera4491
    @chamindasenadheera4491 Před 2 lety +154

    What a comprehensive guidance one could ever deliver free of charge. So organised on what is being told with extreme professionalism. Thanks lot. Great. Probably the best I read on YT

  • @farfetnoogen615
    @farfetnoogen615 Před 3 měsíci +1

    1:43 Basic Photography
    14:21 Composition
    31:06 Exposure (and histograms)
    51:35 Aperture and Depth of Field
    1:08:48 Shutter Speed and Movement
    1:24:11 ISO
    1:36:04 Lighting
    1:53:36 Lenses
    2:06:53 Practical photography advice

  • @a.t9922
    @a.t9922 Před 3 lety +19

    ... "beep" 😆 ... Love it when he does that. Probably one of the best photography teachers and free course I've watched. Thank you Chris! 👍

  • @user-su6io5ue2e
    @user-su6io5ue2e Před rokem +3

    One of the best tutorial on CZcams..................

  • @harryle9997
    @harryle9997 Před 2 lety +1

    This course is free, unbelievable

  • @zakballard2712
    @zakballard2712 Před 2 lety +15

    This is LITERALLY the most useful/helpful video on Photography I've ever watched. I've watched plenty of them too!

  • @hurleygreen927
    @hurleygreen927 Před 11 měsíci +8

    THIS IS THE WAY TO LEARN THE PHOTOGRAPHY BASICS! You really did a great job, Chris! We all appreciate you... HG-Chicago💪

  • @wickedclamor4882
    @wickedclamor4882 Před 2 lety +1

    There are probably thousands of videos on photography on youtube but when I need to know "what was that thing again?" I still come to this video. God bless you. This is great content and it's free too!! Chris Bray, I will remember this name.

  • @kylegil3825
    @kylegil3825 Před 2 lety

    I actually cannot believe I just watched this video completely for free. I feel like I robbed you. Great video. Thank you

  • @texastitan6567
    @texastitan6567 Před 3 lety +72

    “Here’s this picture of a sunset”
    Me: wow that’s a beautiful picture
    Him: not particularly a good a picture
    Me: not a particularly good photo

    • @MrBrett1880
      @MrBrett1880 Před 3 lety +1

      haha lol me too

    • @6torthor
      @6torthor Před 2 lety +4

      KITCHEN NIGHTMARES
      Me: huh that ain't too bad
      Gordon Ramsay: fucking disgusting
      Me: horrendous

  • @warrenrome1098
    @warrenrome1098 Před 3 lety +4

    I have been following Chris for just over 18mths / 2yrs and my photography has improved ten-fold, simply by studying this course. His guidelines and tips 'made simple' have not only improved my shots, but has improved my love of the art. Due to this, I have changed my entire equipment to now a full-frame camera, multiple high-end lenses and was asked by a family member to shoot their wedding in sunny Portugal last August. I credit the wonderful resulting photographs down to one person - Chris Bray. Since then I have actually sold - yes sold (!) one of my photographs when trekking around Europe!! Despite being a published author who enjoys nothing more than creating a dark story of the macabre, I am delighted to have discovered a new craft which is bringing me just as much joy. Thanks Chris, your photography is amazing and the understanding and tutoring you provide is equally as impressive.

    • @ChrisBrayPhotography
      @ChrisBrayPhotography  Před 3 lety

      That's a supper lovely comment to read Warren! Thanks for that! =) Im so happy for you! Keep it up!!!

  • @likeasmile
    @likeasmile Před měsícem +1

    Hi Chris! Wonderful course , the best in CZcams. Thank you! From Italy!

  • @yahyaalsharif1909
    @yahyaalsharif1909 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Man I just bought a DSLR and I wanted to start a new hobby then I started getting frustrated because of the humongous amount of content and they all make me confused , you man just make it simple and fun , I truly thank you for your expertise from the bottom of my heart , such an amazing person, salute my friend.

  • @descender42180
    @descender42180 Před 2 lety +19

    This may be the greatest video I've seen on CZcams. You make learning the basics of photography way easier than others do on here.

  • @abinsaydah2123
    @abinsaydah2123 Před 3 lety +11

    Flipping hell ... this is a brilliant easy to understand tutorial on EVERYTHING on photogaphy

  • @kirstytumun4215
    @kirstytumun4215 Před 2 lety +2

    I'm from Papua New Guinea and thank you

  • @nickthequick
    @nickthequick Před 3 lety +1

    Amazing resource for free; at least for anyone who is not already well versed in the subject of photography.

  • @Fahad_Naduvilakath
    @Fahad_Naduvilakath Před rokem +3

    Knowledge that would have taken an age was gained in two hours. Thanks❤

  • @edcAdventures.
    @edcAdventures. Před 11 měsíci +5

    Of all the lessons ive watched, this by far the most coherent and beginner friendly im not even kidding. The other videos are confusing (lots of tangents) and assumes viewers understand what they're saying in term of throwing out different information. Also, the examples presented in each topic is very helpful to actually show the visualization of what you're explaining

    • @ChrisBrayPhotography
      @ChrisBrayPhotography  Před 10 měsíci +1

      Thats lovely to read, thanks so much for taking the time to say thanks =)

  • @vikrantkalpande19
    @vikrantkalpande19 Před rokem +2

    His basics are so strong. Thats why he explains in simple words. Others on youtube, they tell whole lot of textbook bookish things.

  • @thecreativeyouthsociety547

    This has to be one of the best explanations of photography out there.

  • @markwilkins9048
    @markwilkins9048 Před 2 lety +30

    This was by far the most comprehensive and easily understood lesson on basic photography I have ever seen. I’m just learning and quite honestly have been frustrated with the wide array of instructional videos and paid courses. So many different opinions on what is important and what is not. Chris has done an excellent job of explaining the basics in a way that is easily understood by someone with no experience. He has made the field of photography and learning process far less intimidating.

  • @treetopper91
    @treetopper91 Před rokem +4

    Thank you for taking the time to share your talents to help others.

  • @MaazUnfiltered
    @MaazUnfiltered Před 2 lety +1

    A full course on all you need to know for FREE!!! As well as some more complimentary things to help you for FREE!!! Man. you're a legend. I dont know how people with knowledge as valuable as yours have the heart to give it for FREE. But that's why I told you're a legend. Thank you Chris!

  • @onrgkmn
    @onrgkmn Před měsícem +1

    I believe you’re the best on this platform to teach us how to use our camera and take good pictures! Thank you Chris

  • @everalvesjr
    @everalvesjr Před 3 lety +4

    You should be selling this course... it is impressively good!

  • @averagekiwiconsumer9977
    @averagekiwiconsumer9977 Před 2 lety +3

    Chris I'm just getting into photography, you made hundreds of people's lives easier. Thank you very much!

  • @cameronrangoon1649
    @cameronrangoon1649 Před 4 měsíci +2

    Best photography course on the internet!

  • @canberrabathroomrenovation2013

    Your videos have inspired me to pursue my passions.

  • @aniruddhamazumdar7876
    @aniruddhamazumdar7876 Před rokem +3

    What an awesome, condensed course! Finally someone gave so many F's (pun intended 🙂) about the right language of teaching photography

  • @jorgemaurizio9424
    @jorgemaurizio9424 Před 3 lety +14

    You were born to teach! Thank you so so so much!! I could listen to you all day long talking about photography. Im about to get my 1st camera (thinking about a Sony A7C) after years of cellphone photografy. Greetings from Argentina!

    • @ChrisBrayPhotography
      @ChrisBrayPhotography  Před 3 lety +6

      Wow, thank you! I love the wildlife in your country! I look forward to my next visit. Thanks for saying thanks!

    • @leifnilsen6107
      @leifnilsen6107 Před 2 lety +1

      I have been doing photography since I was 16. I am 52 now. Sony is a Great system but expensive way to go for photography. I have Sony, nikon, and Canon. If you plan on just vlogging, portrait and weddings, I say Canon. Sports and portraits go Sony. landscape, sports, portraits, astrology, weddings, go Nikon or Fuji. Look closely at fuji. Great camera especially for the price. My friend has one. I have been really amazed. Here's advice. Photography is very expensive. Your phone is very misleading compared to a camera. I know you see photographs on the internet by photographers all the time. They shoot the camera in manual operation. Like my nikon d810 does not have automatic, so you just point and shoot and the camera does everything. Photography is about mastering light. I suggest by a used camera and good lens and practice. It's not how good the camera is, it's the quality of output. The lens. Quality lens. You don't need to buy a pro series lens to get fantastic results. Stay away from the kit lens. I talking about nikon d3000, 5000, 7000 cheap basic lens that come in a kit, Sony does the same thing with a cheap 16-50 and70- 200mm lens. Canon has the same low end kit lens as well. Just do your research,

    • @jorgemaurizio9424
      @jorgemaurizio9424 Před 2 lety +1

      @@leifnilsen6107 1st of all thank you so much for you really complete answer. I already got the Sony A7C with the kit lens and latter got a 90mm 2.8 G serie macro and I'm loving this lens SO much. I'm planning to get latter a wide lens but right now I'm ok with what I have and learning this art a little everyday. Let me know where I can see your work and thank you again!

  • @donyabonakdar7832
    @donyabonakdar7832 Před 2 lety +1

    Chris you are an angel sent from above! THANK YOU!

  • @paulsummerfield8245
    @paulsummerfield8245 Před 10 měsíci +2

    You are a born teacher. Explaining very basic ideas without “talking down” to us. I can imagine you discussing a very technical issue with a fellow professional in the same way as you explain the simple stuff to us. Thanks for this great free course.

  • @neilcole3406
    @neilcole3406 Před rokem +4

    Probably one of the best tutorials on photography ever, thank you.

  • @James-vb7jn
    @James-vb7jn Před 3 lety +89

    Somebody needs to phone TIMES magazine, we've found 2020 person of the year! I'll recommend your channel to my brother who also loves photography and a few friends I know

  • @christinaproch9093
    @christinaproch9093 Před 2 lety

    This course is everything I could ask for:
    ✅ clear, engaging, and beginner-friendly
    ✅ organized and professionally formatted
    ✅ theory-based with practical applications
    ✅ reputable instructor with pleasant accent
    ✅ entertainment value/funny side quips
    ✅ FREE!
    I first watched this course before a trip to Alaska about two years ago when I got my first DSLR. I was AMAZED at how quickly I was able to learn to navigate my camera and how much more professional looking my photos appeared as a result of using this information. I’m gearing up for another big photo outing soon and find myself back here for a refresher, still learning a lot (the info makes even more sense now after more experience with my camera). Chris, you are an excellent teacher! Thank you SO much for this amazingly thoughtful and accessible content!!

  • @annjaktreemongkon4470
    @annjaktreemongkon4470 Před 3 lety +1

    The best instructions for beginners.

  • @myac.1071
    @myac.1071 Před 3 lety +54

    THE BEST PHOTOGRAPHY COURSE BY FAR!!! THANK YOU! I LEARNED SO MUCH FROM YOU TODAY. GOD BLESS YOU 😇😊

  • @BasebeatFuzzbox
    @BasebeatFuzzbox Před rokem +3

    I cannot recommend this course highly enough. Chris is such a natural teacher getting the information across clearly in a well thought out and logical way. Each subject is done at a measured pace so you have time to take in what he's saying without feeling rushed or losing interest. Out of all the training I've had over my many years, and in any subject, I can honestly say this has been the best. Thanks Chris.

    • @ChrisBrayPhotography
      @ChrisBrayPhotography  Před rokem

      Thanks so much for such a kind review! Much appreciated! =) Have a good weekend!

  • @muhammadothman6907
    @muhammadothman6907 Před 2 lety +1

    my English is not good, but imagine the best thank you ever said in English to someone, this is how much I thank you.

  • @capricornmagic63
    @capricornmagic63 Před 3 lety +1

    This guy is great teacher.

  • @landroverhartford1726
    @landroverhartford1726 Před 2 lety +14

    For someone to take the time and energy to put so much information on the internet for the world to learn from (for free) shows your love for the art and the desire to help others. Thanks so much Chris. I am new to this and have eagerly been looking for a way to start and you have given it to me. I can't wait to get my Lumix G-9 clicking away!!

    • @germR22
      @germR22 Před 2 lety +3

      💯 agreed. I feel the same. You gave me the knowledge and confidence I needed to make my start.

    • @ChrisBrayPhotography
      @ChrisBrayPhotography  Před 2 lety +3

      You're so welcome, thanks for taking the time to say thanks =)

  • @samuelhodges6471
    @samuelhodges6471 Před rokem +6

    Wow, I learn so much from your tutorials each time I view them. My understanding has become better. You cover everything with such wonderful detail. Point is. Your tutorials are spot on!
    Thank you for taking the time to share so much info. and knowledge. You make it easy and clearly to understand photography.

  • @user-kl3my5np8h
    @user-kl3my5np8h Před 2 lety +1

    Careful, This guy is a Hero🕷️

  • @powersonic6255
    @powersonic6255 Před rokem +1

    This guy deserves my subscription . Thank you ..

  • @JD-jt3fc
    @JD-jt3fc Před 2 lety +3

    Perfect video for beginners. You wont believe how long I have been looking for clear, concise, and easy to understand information on photography and gear. You have created an excellent video. Keep up the good work.

  • @mariekuderova1292
    @mariekuderova1292 Před 3 lety +4

    This is literally a MASTERCLASS!!!! Not only are you a great photographer, you are an awesome teacher as well! Great job, Chris!

  • @thomasdipalma4769
    @thomasdipalma4769 Před 11 měsíci +1

    I've probably watched a hundred vids on photography, and I got more out of this one than the rest combined. Excellent speaking voice: well-paced, calm, and with simple explanations.

  • @andrewgoodall2183
    @andrewgoodall2183 Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you very much for this fella. Just bought my first DSLR and this is setting me up nicely. The comprehensive nature of it, rather than a bunch of disjointed vids, is very very useful. I will make sure everyone I meet who's getting into the hobby uses this as a springboard. Don't you have a patreon or some sort of tipping thing? I can't stretch to buying merch (single parent who just blew a lot of disposable income on a DSLR) but I'd gladly punt you a fiver for your time on this.
    P.S. I work with a bloke called Chris Bray. He is my nemesis. Maybe I'll take his picture.

  • @danielcrase
    @danielcrase Před 3 lety +11

    can we appreciate this is free btw. and that these things are by far some of the best tips and tricks and examples and quality editing of the whole video!!!

  • @LivingImage
    @LivingImage Před 3 lety +14

    Can’t explain how much have beee benefited from such tutorials to come this far in photography when I was struggling. There are not many people out there who enthusiastically help beginners, however there are people like him. Thank you!

  • @browsingfalcon9159
    @browsingfalcon9159 Před 2 lety

    bro, you're the real MVP !! This is the ideal video any noob can watch and pick up the basics almost immediately. It's like 0-60 in 2 seconds. Thanks alot. All of this seemed too complex for me before watching your video. I was so intimidated by f numbers, aperture, etc. You really broke it down with real-time practical effects.

  • @elinazvilna4375
    @elinazvilna4375 Před 2 lety +1

    First lecture I didn't fall in sleep. Thanks

  • @thepb41
    @thepb41 Před 3 lety +3

    Best videography tutorial, well explained with captions, titles and graphics.

  • @lindanovotography3290
    @lindanovotography3290 Před 3 lety +9

    I was watching a few videos on CZcams and came across your channel. I felt like I hit the JACKPOT! This is a FANTASTIC! Most photographers guard this information with their lives and selfishly keep it to themselves. Thankyou for sharing this information with the globe. I thoroughly enjoyed watching the videos. You sir, are a legend and a master teacher. Gotta love the Aussie way ;) 😊👍📷🇦🇺

    • @ChrisBrayPhotography
      @ChrisBrayPhotography  Před 3 lety +2

      Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks so much for taking time to say thanks! =) Good on you.

  • @savannahtourstravels4487
    @savannahtourstravels4487 Před 2 lety +1

    in just two hours i learnt photography, i can become a better photographer. thanks Chris Bray

  • @crumesd
    @crumesd Před měsícem +1

    This is a fantastically done course, thank you kind sir

  • @MunibaSyed
    @MunibaSyed Před 3 lety +7

    Literally he summed up my 4 year course in 2 hr vedio but brilliantly.. i needed a quick brush for my exams😊 thanks chris

  • @nosnook
    @nosnook Před 3 lety +6

    Anybody on here can post a video on what the features and gadgets are on this camera. Chris shows you how to USE these features and gadgets. I completely understand this camera now. I purchased the cards and instructions also. A MUST to go along with this vid. I feel like I owe you more money for the brilliant knowledge you have revealed on here about your techniques. Way to go Mate !!
    Robert Marker
    Treasure Island, Fl. USA

    • @ChrisBrayPhotography
      @ChrisBrayPhotography  Před 3 lety +1

      Thanks so much for your support Robert! I really appreciate it, and the purchase of the book and summary cards! Cheers!

  • @smilesdigitalarts2854
    @smilesdigitalarts2854 Před 2 lety +1

    At first i used to think since i know to adjust and add light in the pic was all, and all in my head was a 50mm cant do anything like the brokeh effect.
    But like 3months ago i came across this course, downloaded it and would watch some bit it anytime am travelling a long distance. Its so far an hour of the 2hrs but juss that 1hr has changed my whole life of photography. I wonder what i used to think i know the brokeh was all about the prime white lenses.
    Thank you so so... no one can even thank you enough because your lecture is all a light ray.

  • @andymain9080
    @andymain9080 Před 2 lety +1

    Thanks for this, I find it far easier to learn from someone who is talking to me, rather than at me, a mistake too many CZcams presenters make.

  • @haythemhamdi3995
    @haythemhamdi3995 Před 3 lety +105

    I couldn’t thank you enough for this amazing course that covered so much in the photography world. This video is a must for every beginner. thanks again.

  • @prateeksinghal2185
    @prateeksinghal2185 Před 3 lety +5

    You're one of the best teachers and one of the most genuine persons I've come across in a long time. Thank you so much for this course.

  • @hungtrumno
    @hungtrumno Před rokem +2

    I am glad that my auto-play came across your video. Thank you for your very informative lessons you gave us through this video, for free.

  • @TheSidos
    @TheSidos Před 2 lety +1

    i just bought my camera 2 days ago,, thanks for this 2 hour course... learned a lot .. thank you so much @chris bray photography

  • @mikethompson3710
    @mikethompson3710 Před 2 lety +5

    First off, I want to say two things: Wow!! and THANK YOU! Master Bray you are an awesome communicator, a gifted photographer, and I would wager, a great human being. I say that last because anyone who uses paw prints in their logo is bound to be the right kind of person. I got so much more out of this 2:24:15 than I have from all the other courses, seminars and classes I have taken I can't even express it. And, as a bonus, you don't come across as a photography snob. You get my ultimate compliment "I think you'd be a great next door neighbor!"

  • @PTMisterSmee
    @PTMisterSmee Před rokem +3

    I have learned so much already and I’m only about thirty minutes in thus far. I know, from reading other comments, that I’m not saying anything you’ve not already heard, but thank you! You’ve succeeded in taking a subject that’s complex and made it easy to understand. I am truly thankful for this.