Travel Photography: A Photographer in Cuba
1h 34mIntermediate2015-07-02
Authors
Derrick Story
Photographer, Writer, Teacher, Senior Contributor at Macworld
Course details
Cuba is a unique place with a unique history. Understanding that history and its impact on Cuba's vibrant music, bold art, astounding architecture, and delicious food is critical to capturing beautiful and faithful photographs. Travel to Cuba with photographer and educator Derrick Story to sample its people, places, and culture. Derrick shares what he learned about this fascinating island nation, plus tips on planning and preparing for the trip.
Learning objectives
Understanding the history of Cuba
Exploring the music, art, and food
Packing personal items and photography gear
Photographing Cuba's architecture
Photographing Cuba's people
Photographing Cuba's car culture
Learning objectives
Understanding the history of Cuba
Exploring the music, art, and food
Packing personal items and photography gear
Photographing Cuba's architecture
Photographing Cuba's people
Photographing Cuba's car culture
Skills covered
Travel PhotographyPhotographyDeep Dive (X:Y)
Concepts
0. Introduction
- 01 - Welcome
- 02 - Understanding why Cuba as a subject
1. Cuba Background
- 03 - Understanding the history of Cuba
- 04 - Exploring the music and art in Cuban culture
- 05 - Exploring the food and organic farming in Cuba
- 06 - Buildings preserved throughout time
2. Preparing for a Photographic Experience in Cuba
- 07 - Understanding money and tipping when in Cuba
- 08 - Reviewing clothing and personal items needed for Cuba
- 09 - Taking the right camera gear to Cuba
- 10 - Packing for the day
3. Photographing the Architecture
- 11 - Doing research to prepare for the locations in Cuba
- 12 - Understanding good places to start
- 13 - Shooting Cuba at Night
4. Photographing the People, Art, and Musicians
- 14 - Street shooting tips and gear
- 15 - Taking portraits in public places
- 16 - Photographing musicians and artists
- 17 - Reminder to not forget fellow photographers
5. Photographing the Car Culture of Cuba
- 18 - Reviewing a brief history of the car culture in Cuba
- 19 - Shooting tips and gear for cars of Cuba
- 20 - Shooting cars in motion
- 21 - Shooting locations for car portraits
Final Review
- 22 - Reviewing the tips and a few selects