4 Class Projects
It takes about 30 minutes to 1 hour hour(s) to complete each project.
Photographs that think about composition and angle
Photographs that make use of light and lighting
cropped photo
Photos that make use of texture
Skills You’ll Learn
Product photography basics and ways of thinking
In order to acquire product photography know-how, you will first learn the basic ways of thinking and capturing methods that you need to know.
Composition, angles
You will learn how to think about composition and how to put it into practice.
lighting
You will learn lighting know-how that matches what you want to express, such as strong light, gentle light, and strobes.
Expression of texture and texture
You will learn how to think and practice for taking photos that convey texture.
A super practical shooting class where you learn from professional photographer with luxury brands' visual work experience
From still life photographer Kokufu Yasushi, who is in charge of the class, you will learn everything from “how to think about product photography,” “necessary preparation,” “composition and angle,” “light/lighting,” “cutouts,” “texture expression,” and “how to do work,” and learn them while stepping up.
At photography schools, including universities and vocational schools, it was composed of practical content, such as ways of thinking at shooting sites that are not in class, how to shoot products, etc. This class is useful for those who want to quickly acquire knowledge and skills.
Why don't you take this class (online course) and get the hang of shooting photography that captures a momentary world?
Effects you can expect after taking the course
- You will be able to take product photos that determine the finish
- You will learn photographic expression that does not rely on processing
- You can understand how to think about product photography, how to actually shoot, and even how to get a job as a photographer
Recommended classes for people like this
- People who love photography and want to work as an extension of that
- Those who are in trouble because the company needs it and they have to photograph products without much knowledge
- Those who want to take cool pictures to sell handmade or similar works on websites or flea market apps
- Those who are working as professionals but want to know how to do things in a different way
When you take the course
There are no kits for this class.
Things I want you to prepare
- SLR cameras (mirrorless cameras and smartphones are also acceptable depending on shooting and expression methods)
- Releases
I will proceed using strobes and photography lights in class, but there's no need for them to arrange them from the beginning. Please use something suitable for your shooting content after taking the course.
3 reasons why this class is so special
① Teaching creator is a well-known professional photographer with abundant experience with luxury brands' visual works
It is precisely because there is no right answer to image expression that seeing how professional photographers think and shoot is a signpost.
② Step by step curriculum, starting from the basics
The content includes “how to think about product photography,” “necessary preparation,” “composition and angle,” “light and lighting,” “cutouts,” “texture expression,” and “how to get the job done.”
③ You can master photographic expression that does not rely on processing
We focus on photographic expressions that can be done without processing, and imbue our work with emotion.
Curriculum
Creator
Yasushi Kokufu
Born in 1975 in Aizuwakamatsu, Fukushima. Graduated from Tokyo Polytechnic University Junior College.
1997 Studied under photographer Yoshiaki Toda, Pile Driver Co., Ltd.
1998 Debuted as a photographer at Pile Driver Co., Ltd.
2008 Co-found Nautilus Co., Ltd.
2018 Aura Co., Ltd. Representative Director.
A member of APA (Japan Advertising Photographers Association) and product photography, he has a reputation for shooting cosmetics, and is mainly active in women's magazines, advertisements, editorials, etc.
Recently, it was published in the 2021/10 issue of the specialized photography magazine Commercial Photo.
What is important in doing activities is the phrase “don't forget the beginning.”
I don't think it's possible to take pictures that move people's minds with just getting used to it and experience.
I always cherish the feeling of not forgetting the feeling of humility and continuing to grow by stimulating trivial discoveries every day.
Creator interview
Q. What kind of activities do you usually do? Please introduce yourself briefly!
As a still life photographer, I mainly shoot for women's magazines, advertisements, newsletters, etc. with a focus on cosmetics, watches, and jewelry. We also do editorial things such as planning and proposals.
Q. Please tell us about your experiences and achievements so far!
After studying under still life photographer Yoshiaki Toda, he became independent. In particular, we have received a reputation for cosmetics photography, and we request photography from publishers, etc., and shoot advertisements for cosmetics and beauty manufacturers.
Q. How did you get into photography?
I've already passed away, but my father, who was a landscape photographer, had a big influence on me. There was also a backlash, but from an early age, spaces with cameras and shooting equipment were commonplace, and I felt a sense of calm and security there, and when I noticed it, I was in the same space. Of course, it was a tough day until my photographs were recognized by other people, but when I saw someone moved by a picture called a photograph rather than words, I think it was good that I went on the same path as my father.
Q. Why did CLASS101 offer online classes?
Recently, the performance of smartphone cameras has improved tremendously, and photos and videos have become part of our lives due to the spread of SNS. It seems that there are more opportunities for editors, writers, and people in charge of manufacturers around me to shoot and post on their own. However, I was always listening to people around me talking about things like “photography is difficult” and “I don't know how to shoot.” I was wondering if there was a way to resolve such a question, but I was blessed with a strange encounter with CLASS 101, and I was able to get to the start of the class.
Q. Please give a message to the students!
Technology may be because I grew up in an age where people were told to look and steal, but I myself didn't learn photography techniques from my photographer father or mentor. However, I was taught the art of living, such as compassion for others and how to proceed with work. I think if you improve your sense, you'll grow. Nothing goes well from the beginning. But please cherish how you feel when the finish feels good. I think that small accumulation will provide food for progress and lead to confidence. With this feeling, I would like to do the class too. Thank you in advance for your support!
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