Reggie Ballesteros – Light & Lines Photography Bootcamp

Learn the process, systems, and algorithms needed to design and craft amazing photos.

If you rely on frameworks to make sense of the chaos and think creatively, you’re in the right place. This self-paced photography course was specifically tailored for technical-minded individuals who obsess over the “how” of photography, rather than how it makes you feel. Learn a methodical approach to your photography which will allow you to become comfortable and confident photographing in any situation you encounter.

Growth minded photographers ready to level up
Disciplined learners willing to put in the work
Individuals willing to invest time into learning their craft

Your camera should spark creativity… not confusion.

There are a million ways to take a photo with your camera. If that’s overwhelming to you, you’re not alone. Learn to sift through the infinite possibilities by recognizing patterns. Patterns of light. Patterns in composition. And patterns in which post-processing techniques make good photos even better.

The best photographers understand light and lines.

I hate to break it to you, but your camera can only take you so far. Great photos are taken by great photographers (not their expensive cameras), but becoming a great photographer isn’t as difficult as you may think. It’s as simple as learning two things: how to recognize beautiful light and how to combine shapes and lines to create captivating images.

Show others how you see the world.

It’s more than just taking pictures. Photography can empower you to immerse yourself in a scene, craft a story based on your unique perspective, and visually communicate it to the world. You just need the correct blueprint to unlock that power. Armed with the tools and techniques, it’s time for you to see, understand, and create bold and compelling photographs.

What’s Included

A self-paced online course with video lessons, exercises, and photography assignments that are designed to apply what you’ve learned in real-time.

8 hours of instructional video content
Photography assignments to apply what you’ve learned
Lifetime access to video lessons & updates

Learn how to engineer a captivating photograph.

The guesswork ends, and the process begins.

Light is everything

Put an end to the inconsistency in your photos. Develop a deep understanding of light, and learn to utilize the natural light sources in your surroundings at their full potential.
Communicate with composition

Stop pointing your camera aimlessly. Learn a geometric approach to combining visual elements that draws the viewer into the photo and creates visual interest.
Truly understand photography

Finally approach a scene without intimidation. Have a systematic way to navigate creative decisions. Feel in control of the photos that you choose to create.

The Process

Learn the process steps required to engineer a good photograph for ideation to post-production. Know the goal of the image, understand the situational constraints in terms of light and space, and develop a plan to execute your vision. Familiarize yourself with tools and techniques for prototyping, testing, and refining your ideas until your final vision is actualized

Learn to See Light

Learn how to recognize all the possible light sources in your environment and understand how to categorize them based on direction, size, quality, and color. Know when and how to manipulate your subject’s position and your camera’s perspective in relation to the light. Truly understand how to capitalize on the strengths of the natural light around you.

Geometry-based Composition

Learn how to scan your environment for shapes, lines, and textures. Understand the visual framework behind my favorite geometry-based composition techniques. Develop the skills and techniques required to refine your composition and framing into images that strike the perfect balance between visual interest and simplicity.

Practical Editing Workflow

Adopt a mindset that embraces editing as a method for refinement, not transformation. Understand the inner workings of each Lightroom slider, button, and dial. Learn my signature editing process for Adobe Lightroom Classic, CC, and mobile which strikes the perfect balance of speed, practicality, and quality.*