paulNicklen
National Geographic, conservationist, wildlife and art photographer, Paul Nicklen has released his first and only Masterclass to help you to achieve greatness with your nature photography pursuits. You’ll learn every technique, tip and trick Paul has used in a career spanning over 20 years.
Paul will teach you how to create evocative and powerful images that can help change the world for the better. You will learn Paul’s cornerstone techniques such as his 20-60-20 rule, photo sketching, composition, goal setting and essential checklists to apply to your own work and increase your confidence.
With subtitles in English – Español – Français – Deutsch – Italiano – 日本語 🇯🇵
- From USD $199This price is indicated in USD and will be converted to your local currency at checkout. – USD $499This price is indicated in USD and will be converted to your local currency at checkout.
- Up to 50+ episodes
- Live Q&As
- Suitable for all levels
Learn the key secrets to become a successful nature & wildlife photographer with Paul Nicklen
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If you have ever wanted to excel in photography, but are not sure where to start, then this course is for you. We have created this masterclass to help you to develop your style and make your images stand out.
- Learn how to create and tell conservation stories that help affect change in our world
- Live Encounters: Discover Paul’s process in photographing and respecting animals in the wild
- The mental and psychological approach to become a successful photographer
- Your backyard and beyond, discover Paul’s tips on where to find photography projects
- Essential photographic exercises to spur on your creativity
- Paul reveals the stories behind his most iconic images
- Suitable for all levels
- Learn at your own pace
- Lifetime access
- Watch on any device
- Money back guarantee
Choose from the 3 options below.
Platinum Access
Masterclass
USD $499This price is indicated in USD and will be converted to your local currency at checkout.
- The 50 episodes of the MasterclassThe Masterclass includes 50 incredible episodes with subtitles available in 6 languages.
- Unlimited accessThere is no time limit to the access of the course. You can take as long as it takes to complete. Watch as many times as you like and whenever you like.
- Access Paul's private Facebook groupGet access to our exclusive community though our Facebook Private Group. This group will allow you to collaborate, network, ask questions and find answers to photographic questions. Get discounts and amazing prizes.
- Bonus & behind the scenes episodesGet exclusive and instructive bonus episodes.
- Attend a private 'Ask Me Anything' live webinar with Paul NicklenYour chance to ask your questions directly to Paul ‘live’.
- Recording of the”Ask Me Anything“Recording of the live ‘Ask Me Anything’ session with Paul.“
- Join an exclusive photo competition judged by Paul to win a one to one video call with himFirst prize: an hour video call with Paul to get advice and discuss your own photography – Second Prize: A free Masters of Photography masterclass of your choice – Third Prize: A Masters of Photography Discovery course of your choice .
- A download of Paul's Photographing Wild e-bookA 122-page eBook with 16 lessons for making compelling photographs by Paul Nicklen to download . The perfect companion to his Masterclass.
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Gold Access
Masterclass
USD $249This price is indicated in USD and will be converted to your local currency at checkout.
- The 50 episodes of the MasterclassThe Masterclass includes 50 incredible episodes in a staggered release. The first 35 are available now. The next 15 episodes will automatically be added to your purchase in early 2023.
- Unlimited accessThere is no time limit to the access of the course. You can take as long as it takes to complete.
- Access to private Facebook groupGet access to our exclusive community though our Facebook Private Group. This group will allow you to collaborate, network, ask questions and find answers to photographic questions. Get discounts and amazing prizes.
- Bonus & behind the scenes episodesGet instructive bonus episodes. These will be added to your student dashboard automatically as they are released.
- Recording of the”Ask Me AnythingRecording of the live “Ask Me Anything” session with Paul Nicklen.“
Money back guarantee
Masterclass
USD $199This price is indicated in USD and will be converted to your local currency at checkout.
- The 50 episodes of the MasterclassThe Masterclass includes 50 incredible episodes in a staggered release. The first 35 are available now. The next 15 episodes will automatically be added to your purchase in early 2023.
- Unlimited accessThere is no time limit to the access of the course. You can take as long as it takes to complete.
- Access to private Facebook groupGet access to our exclusive community though our Facebook Private Group. This group will allow you to collaborate, network, ask questions and find answers to photographic questions. Get discounts and amazing prizes.
Money back guarantee
Lesson plan
The Masterclass
Lesson Plan: 50 lessons over 5 hours.
1 Introduction
2 Early Beginnings
3 The 20-60-20 Philosophy
4 Encounter: Black Bear
5 Goal Setting - A Roadmap to Solutions
6 Toolkit: Your Essential Mental Checklist
7 Encounter: Coastal Wolves
8 Toolkit: Memorise Functionality
9 Get Noticed - Be One Step Ahead
10 Left Brain/Right Brain
11 Composition: Refining your Images
12 Toolkit: Some Quickfire Tips
13 Encounter: The Leopard Seal Story
14 Ethics & Curiosity
15 Farewell for Now
16 Getting My First Camera
17. Essential Books
18 Key Creative Influences
19 Encounter: Coastal Wolves Live
20 Keeping the Camera Stable
21 Brainstorming: Jumpstart your Brain
22 Creating the Image: Ice Waterfall
23 Start with Local Projects
24 Using Camera Traps
25 What's in the Bag: Lenses & Speciality Lenses
26 Mental Health - Little Voices
27 Building Towards an Iconic Image
28 Developing your Photography Project
29 Free up your Mind
30 Always be Ready
31 Encounter with a 2nd Black Bear
32 Breathing in
33 What's in the Bag: my Underwater Set up
34 Creating the Image: Orca Ballet
35 Nature Bathing: Switching off
36 Learning the Craft of Photography
37 1st Assignment for National Geographic
38 Overcoming Rejection
39 How Do I Get a Job at Nat Geo
40 Creative Use of Depth of Field
41 Structuring the Story
42 Black & White or Colour?
43 Developing Your Photographic Style
44 Creative Use of Shutterspeed
45 Encounter: Logging Devastation
46 Creative Use of Rear Synch Flash
47 Encounter: A Raft of Otters
48 Paul's Editing Process
49 The Business of Photography
50 Using Social Media
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Meet your Master of Photography
paulNicklen
ONLINE PHOTOGRAPHY CLASS
For the first and only time in his illustrious career. conservationist, wildlife and art photographer Paul Nicklen shares all he has learned in a career spanning over 20 years. An assignment photographer for National Geographic magazine and Sony Artisan of Imagery, Paul will teach you how to create sensitive, evocative and impactful images that can help change the world for the better. Get access to this unique Masterclass and learn the photography techniques, ethos and psychology that has garnered Paul over 30 of the highest awards given to any photographer in his field. Prestigious accolades include BBC Wildlife Photographer of the Year and the World Press Photo Award for Photojournalism.
50 lessons over 6 hours
Learn the techniques behind images like these with Paul’s Masterclass!
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Behind the scenes with Chris Ryan
Founder and filmmaker, Chris Ryan, explains how Masters of Photography came into existence. He discusses his desire to find out how the great masters create their own images and to create a platform for anyone to have the experience of learning side by side with a Master of Photography.
Your questions answered
What is Masters of Photography?
Masters of Photography is an education platform and a resource for photographers. Our courses (the masterclasses and discovery classes) are for anyone who wants to learn from some of the most highly regarded and influential photographers in the world in order to elevate their own photography. If you want to learn why not learn from the best? The Masters themselves study the works of the greats.
How much experience do I need to take this class? What camera gear do I need?
The classes have been designed to be suitable for all levels of experience. Whether you are a complete beginner or an experienced professional, learning from a Master is sure to help you to improve your photography.
All you need is a camera, whether that be a DSLR or a smartphone.
What's included in my class?
The classes provide you with lifetime access to the ethos and photographic philosophies of true master photographers. You will learn how they approach their work, the techniques they use and their tips for elevating your own photography.
When you join a class, you will be able discuss the lessons with your fellow students. You will also be able to upload your images to the Photostream and receive feedback from the Masters of Photography community.
After you finish your class, you will receive a digital Certificate of Completion.
Do you have a refund policy?
Yes. If for any reason you are unhappy with your class or feel that you can’t commit to it, simply drop us an email within 30 days and we will refund 100% of your purchase.
How do I take part in the classes?
The classes are delivered online, allowing you to learn from anywhere with an internet connection. You’ll get all the benefits of a workshop experience from the comfort of your own home.
Life gets busy sometimes and it’s hard to fit everything in. That’s why our classes are self-paced allowing you to drop in for lessons whenever it suits you.