Amanda Diaz – The Art Of Creativity In Fashion Photography & Retouching

DIY Fashion and Editorial Photography

Instructor: Amanda Diaz

Save this class and start shooting fashion on a budget.

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Lessons

Class Trailer
Day 1:

1. Class Introduction & Styles of Photography – 29:07
2. Finding Inspiration – 24:33
3. Natural vs Studio Lighting – 24:41
4. Mood Boards – 14:12
5. Your Creative Team – 17:43
6. Finding and Working with Models – 19:36
7. Do It Yourself – 14:16
8. Shoot: Ethereal Part 1 – 39:20
9. Shoot: Ethereal Part 2 – 34:16
10. Shoot: Conceptual – Butterflies – 36:08
11. Shoot: Conceptual – Feathers – 32:02
12. Sourcing DIY Fashion Materials – 11:05
13. Negativity & Criticism – 21:49
14. How To Deal With Negativity – 22:53
15. Prepping a DIY Shoot – 26:31
16. Shoot: DIY Shoot – 30:36
17. Shoot: DIY Shoot Continued – 16:33
18. Shoot: Painterly Portrait – Flowers – 24:51
19. Shoot: Painterly Portrait – Sequins – 37:07
20. Getting Your Work Noticed – 30:16
21. Submitting Your Work – 38:19
22. Shoot: Leather and Spikes Beauty – 37:42
23. Prep for the Victorian Beauty Shoot – 29:39
24. Shoot: Victorian Beauty – 13:49
25. Post Processing: Skin Retouching – 28:31
26. Post Processing: Details – 28:08
27. Post Processing: Ethereal Shoot Image – 31:51
28. Post Processing: Beauty Shot – 20:03
29. Post Processing: Darken Lashes and White Skin – 23:28
30. Post Processing: Fashion – 31:25
31. Consistency In Your Images – 27:48

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Class Description

Shoot high-fashion on a budget.

High-fashion, conceptual photo shoots don’t have to come with extravagant costs. Join Amanda Diaz as she teaches how to create couture looks for less than $100.

This hands-on course covers:

• Sourcing low-cost models, props, and locations.
• Executing a full high-impact shoot on a shoestring budget.
• Building a cohesive portfolio that showcases your unique style.
• Overcoming criticism and financial limitations to achieve creative success.

From creating mood boards to networking with modeling agencies, this course is packed with actionable strategies to elevate your photography. Perfect for photographers who want to master conceptual shoots without breaking the bank.