Sam Hurd’s Photography Masterclass: Deconstruction & Editing Techniques

Sam Hurd’s Photography Masterclass: Deconstruction & Editing Techniques

Course content:

1. Real Client Engagement Session Deconstruction (Full Series)

• Video 1: Real Client Engagement Session Deconstruction
• Video 2: Deconstruction Part 2 – Real Client Engagement Session
• Video 3: Deconstruction #60 – Behind the Scenes of a Real Client Engagement Session
  • Description: A comprehensive, behind-the-scenes look into a real client engagement session. Learn step-by-step techniques from start to finish, covering everything from client interaction to final image selection.

2. Winter Wedding Photography – Full Length Deconstruction

• Description: An in-depth breakdown of a winter wedding shoot. This video covers every detail from planning to execution, ensuring you capture the magic of winter weddings.

3. Submit Your Image – January 2024 Group Photo Critique Session

• Description: Participate in a group critique session where photographers analyze and discuss submitted images. Gain valuable insights on how to improve your work.

4. Shooting Through Extremely Tall Grass – Deconstruction

• Description: Learn how to use tall grass as a creative element in your photoshoots. This video dissects the entire process from setup to the final shot.

5. Real Client Wedding Breakdown – Deconstruction

• Description: A detailed deconstruction of a real client wedding. This video covers everything from pre-shoot preparations to the final image curation.

6. Getting a Couple to Laugh – Pose Advice

• Description: Master the art of capturing genuine smiles and laughter in couples. This video provides practical tips on making your clients feel at ease for the perfect shot.

7. How to See Through Visual Clutter – Deconstruction

• Description: A guide on how to identify and eliminate visual clutter in your compositions. Learn how to make your subject stand out in any environment.

8. Deconstructing a Wedding Day Portrait in an Odd Location

• Description: Discover how to create stunning portraits in unconventional locations. This video shows you how to turn challenges into creative opportunities.

9. Posing Guide

• Description: A comprehensive guide on posing subjects for different types of photography. This video is essential for mastering the art of posing.

10. Creative Portrait Deconstruction – Beginning to End Process

• Description: Follow the entire process of creating a unique portrait, from the initial concept to the final image. Learn creative techniques to make your portraits stand out.

11. Editing SONY Files!

• Description: A detailed tutorial on editing SONY raw files. This video covers essential techniques for bringing out the best in your images.

12. 2021 Masking in Lightroom

• Description: Learn advanced masking techniques in Lightroom to enhance your photos. This video is perfect for those looking to take their editing skills to the next level.

13. Rainy Day Deconstruction

• Description: Explore the challenges and opportunities of shooting in rainy weather. This video provides tips on how to capture beautiful images despite the conditions.

14. High Dynamic Range Editing Deconstruction – Using Gradients in Lightroom Classic

• Description: A deep dive into editing high dynamic range (HDR) images using gradients in Lightroom Classic. Learn how to make your photos pop with dynamic contrast.

15. The Magic Warmth of Midtone 41

• Description: Discover the power of midtone adjustments to add warmth and depth to your images. This video shows you how to achieve a balanced and appealing color palette.

16. Why I Look for Contrast – Deconstruction

• Description: Understand the importance of contrast in photography. This video explains how to use contrast to create striking and impactful images.

17. The Dehaze Tool – Editing Deconstruction

• Description: Learn how to effectively use the Dehaze tool in Lightroom to enhance your images. This video covers everything from basic adjustments to advanced techniques.