Image Consulting Course

Lesson 1 • Colour Theory Essentials

Covers hue, saturation, value, and colour relationships. Provides the vocabulary and framework for all colour-based image decisions.

Lesson 2 • Core Principles of Visual Composition

Introduces balance, hierarchy, and focal points as compositional tools. Connects perceptual science to deliberate image construction decisions.

Lesson 3 • Light, Shadow, and Depth Cues

Explains how light direction and shadow create perceived depth. Students use these cues to assess realism and spatial clarity in images.

Lesson 4 • Image Formats and Resolution Basics

Defines raster vs. vector, pixel density, and file format trade-offs. Ensures students select the correct format for any output context.

Lesson 1 • Shooting Modes and Metering

Introduces metering patterns and camera shooting modes from auto to manual. Students select the appropriate mode for speed, control, and accuracy.

Lesson 2 • Focusing Systems and Techniques

Covers autofocus modes, manual focus, and focus point selection. Connects focusing precision to sharpness outcomes in final images.

Lesson 3 • Lens Selection and Optics

Covers focal length, field of view, and optical distortion types. Students choose lenses strategically based on subject and creative intent.

Lesson 4 • White Balance and Colour Accuracy

Explains colour temperature and white balance presets vs. custom settings. Students correct colour casts at capture to reduce post-processing workload.

Lesson 1 • Artificial Light Sources and Modifiers

Covers continuous lights, strobes, and speedlights alongside softboxes and grids. Students match light source and modifier to desired output quality.

Lesson 2 • Natural Light Characteristics and Control

Analyses golden hour, overcast diffusion, and harsh midday light. Students adapt shooting schedules and positions to exploit natural light conditions.

Lesson 3 • Measuring and Controlling Light Output

Covers incident and reflective metering, guide numbers, and power ratios. Students achieve consistent, repeatable exposure across multiple light sources.

Lesson 4 • Multi-Light Setup Design

Introduces key, fill, rim, and background lights as a coordinated system. Students build multi-light setups that separate subject from background.

Lesson 1 • Sharpening, Noise Reduction, and Export

Covers output sharpening, noise reduction algorithms, and export presets. Students deliver files optimised for web, print, and archival purposes.

Lesson 2 • Organising and Culling Image Libraries

Covers import strategies, rating systems, and metadata tagging. Efficient organisation reduces time-to-edit and prevents asset loss.

Lesson 3 • Global Tone and Exposure Adjustments

Teaches histogram-guided corrections for exposure, contrast, highlights, and shadows. Students establish a correct tonal foundation before local edits.

Lesson 4 • Colour Grading and Correction

Covers white balance correction, HSL adjustments, and tone curve colour grading. Students achieve accurate and stylised colour in a controlled sequence.

Lesson 1 • Object Removal and Background Cleanup

Covers content-aware fill, patch tools, and manual cloning for background work. Students remove distractions without visible artifacts.

Lesson 2 • Ethics and Standards in Retouching

Defines acceptable enhancement vs. misleading alteration across professional contexts. Students apply industry and platform standards to retouching decisions.

Lesson 3 • Compositing and Layer Blending

Covers layer blending modes, smart objects, and multi-image compositing. Students combine image elements seamlessly with consistent light and colour.

Lesson 4 • Skin and Texture Retouching

Teaches frequency separation, healing tools, and dodge-and-burn for skin. Students retouch naturally while preserving authentic texture and detail.

Lesson 1 • Colour Spaces and Gamut Management

Explains sRGB, Adobe RGB, and wide-gamut spaces with gamut mapping strategies. Students assign and convert profiles without introducing colour shifts.

Lesson 2 • Monitor Calibration and Profiling

Covers colourimeter use, calibration targets, and profile validation. A calibrated monitor is the foundation of all reliable colour decisions.

Lesson 3 • Web and Screen Optimisation

Covers sRGB export, resolution for screens, and metadata stripping for web. Students produce fast-loading, colour-consistent images for digital platforms.

Lesson 4 • Soft Proofing for Print Output

Teaches soft proofing with printer profiles and paper simulation. Students anticipate print colour shifts and adjust files before physical output.

Lesson 1 • Architectural and Interior Imaging

Covers perspective correction, HDR blending, and ambient-flash balance for spaces. Students render interiors and exteriors with accurate geometry and tone.

Lesson 2 • Landscape and Environmental Photography

Covers hyperfocal distance, long exposure, and weather-driven planning. Students capture expansive scenes with maximum sharpness and dynamic range.

Lesson 3 • Portrait and People Photography

Covers posing, directing subjects, and lens choices for flattering portraits. Students produce technically sound and emotionally engaging people images.

Lesson 4 • Product and Commercial Image Capture

Teaches tabletop lighting, background control, and detail sharpness for products. Students deliver images that meet commercial brief and brand standards.

Lesson 1 • Defining Visual Brand Identity

Covers mood boards, style guides, and colour palette definition for brand imagery. Students translate brand values into concrete, repeatable visual decisions.

Lesson 2 • Maintaining Consistency Across Image Sets

Covers batch editing presets, style templates, and quality control checklists. Students enforce visual consistency across large image libraries and teams.

Lesson 3 • Measuring Image Impact and Iterating

Teaches engagement analytics, conversion attribution, and iterative image refinement. Students use data to continuously improve image strategy outcomes.

Lesson 4 • Audience Analysis and Image Strategy

Teaches audience segmentation, platform behaviour, and image performance metrics. Students select image styles that resonate with specific audience profiles.