One hour though this and this has singularly restored my faith in humanity's ability to use the internet to spread knowledge and information. Thank you Chris Bray for putting this up and for sharing freely your talent and expertise.

What an idiot one must be to dislike a 2 hour long course that is ABSOLUTELY free. Thanks for this video! I really appreciate the work you've put in to educate us

Each minute of this vídeo may have taken one hour to edit, and I imagine the amount of days required for preproduction and filming of this material. And you are generously giving it for free. BIG THANKS CHRIS!

The absolute best two and a half hours that the Internet has provided. Excellent presentation and so much education in their. Had me locked in from the start. Brilliant work, and thank you.

TOPICS INDEX 1. Structure of the course 00:26 2. Basic Photography 01:45 *Types of cameras 02:00 -Compact cameras 02:01 -DSLR cameras 02:48 -In-between cameras 03:08 *How does the camera works? 03:24 -Aperture and depth of field 03:32 -Shutter Speed and movement 05:08 *Camera Basics 06:27 -Right posture and grab 07:27 -Check your photos 09:39 *Basic camera setting 10:27 3. Composition 13:47 *Top 10 Composition Tips 14:36 1- Horizontal Horizon 14:39 2- Rule of Thirds 15:45 3- Framing 19:48 4- Check your Backgrounds! 21:24 5- Fill the Frame 23:41 6- Leading Lines 25:52 7- Anything but Eye-level 26:35 8- Look for details 28:07 9- Take Vertical Photos Too! 29:05 10- Brake the Rules! 30:03 4. Exposure 30:55 *What is Exposure? 31:30 -Contrast Limitation 32:05 -Exposure Analogy 34:10 -Unlock the creative potential of the camera! 36:26 *Calculating exposure 38:49 *Metering Modes 39:15 -Evaluative Metering 39:37 -Partial Metering 41:46 -Spot Metering 41:59 *Exposure compensation 43:10 *Histogram 46:21 *Practical Session 49:53 5. Aperture and Depth of Field 51:35 *What is Depth of Field? 52:10 *What is Aperture? 53:20 -Aperture is easy! 54:50 -How to apply all this information? 56:58 -Watch out for this! The region that is most focused 59:56 *Av Mode (Aperture Mode) 1:01:03 *Practical Session 1:07:27 6. Shutter Speed 1:08:48 *What is Shutter Speed? 1:09:23 *Explore the Creative Opportunities that Shutter Speed Gives 1:10:28 -Silky Water Effect 1:10:41 -Add life to your photos by adding movement 1:10:49 -Low-light Photography 1:11:09 -Light-painting Photography and tips 1:13:23 -Importance of tripod 1:15:43 -Use a timer! Avoid trepidation 1:16:35 *Drive Modes 1:17:21 -Single Shooting 1:17:31 -Rapid Fire 1:17:37 -Self-timer: 10 sec/Remote Control 1:17:58 -Self-timer: 2sec 1:18:45 -Self-timer: Continuous 1:19:13 *Tv Mode (Time value) 1:19:54 *Practical Session 1:21:46 7. ISO 1:24:10 *What is ISO? 1:24:30 *How to use it? 1:25:00 *High ISO Noise 1:27:12 *Key Point of ISO 1:29:26 *Triangle of Exposition 1:30:08 *Manual Mode 1:30:35 *Bulb Mode 1:31:47 *Practical Session 1:33:22 *Auto ISO 1:35:10 8. Lighting 1:36:04 *What is lighting? 1:36:37 *Types of lighting: 1- Morning Lighting 1:36:49 2- Harsh Lighting 1:37:21 3- Cloud Lighting 1:38:12 4- Evening Lighting 1:39:02 5- Low-Light 1:39:33 *Lighting Direction 1:40:27 -Front Lighting 1:40:35 -Side Lighting 1:41:21 -Back Lighting 1:41:32 *Think about your lighting 1:44:02 *Flash 1:44:59 -Fill-Flash 1:45:06 -Catch Light 1:45:56 *External Flashes 1:46:18 *White Balance 1:48:33 -Auto White Balance (A.W.B) 1:48:58 -How to fix weird colors even when A.W.B is set? 1:49:41 *Filters 1:50:26 -Polarising filters 1:50:28 -U.V Filter 1:52:24 9. Lenses 1:53:36 *The 4 Basic Lenses Categories 1:54:02 *Standard Lenses 1:54:23 *Wide Angle Lenses 1:54:39 *Telephoto Lenses 1:55:08 *Other Lenses 1:55:24 -Macro Lenses 1:55:32 -Fisheye Lenses 1:56:41 *Focal Lenght 1:56:57 -50mm as The Standard Value 1:57:36 -Rule of Thumb 1:58:06 -Zoom Lenses 1:59:31 -Prime Lenses (Fixed Focal Lenght Lenses) 2:00:04 -Lens Speed 2:01:31 -What all the info of the ring at the top of the lens means? 2:02:00 -Manual Focus (MF) 2:04:44 10. Practical Photography 2:06:42 *Take Lots. Delete Later 2:07:16 *Storage 2:09:51 *Camera Cleaning 2:11:13 -Sensor Cleaning 2:11:27 *Post Production 2:13:32 *Going Further 2:15:26

This video has to be the BEST photography "how to" explaining video on youtube. Ever. Period.

Had to pause the video at 31mins just to appreciate the quality of content 😊😊😊...

I love u man! Words can’t express the level of gratitude i have for you! Paid courses don’t even compare. Now i understand what is meant by “The best things in life are free”

I have never watch a 2+ hour video before, but it was amazing and I learned so much!!! Thank you.

THANK YOU! This material you share, you can totally sell a 4-5 session course based on this video for a few hundreds or even a few grands $ and people would willing to pay that amount but you chose to share it for free. Bless your soul sir. Very well elaborated, expecting a very basic lesson but getting way more than that, actually learn lots of thing. Thanks again!

This is the best course I’ve done and now finally understand photography. I’ve paid for two online courses, one was good but no where near as good as this, the other I got a refund. Chris presents in a calm clear and logical way. His explanations make sense and you’re not left thinking wtf was that all about. And as said by others this was free. Thank you Chris.

my first impression : oh no... 2 and half hours... I probably won't watch this. me 10 mins into the lessons : grab my camera and start practicing. this is the best free photography lesson ever IMO. the lessons are very constructive. thank you for publishing this

This is such an amazing course! As a beginner, I've already done like 3 of these free youtube courses and still wasn't satisfied with my images. After doing this one, I realised what was happening... Everyone was teaching the details of using a camera, but nobody was teaching how to actually take good photos and the principles of good photography. I'm gonna take lots of notes and test, practice these principles the next time I'm going out. So glad I clicked on this video!

13:46 Setup Summary 30:16 Composition Tips 35:09 Shutter speed & apertures 41:33 Metering Models (Mid Brightness) 46:25 Histogram 49:55 practical session 51:40: apertures 1:20:07 Shutter Speed Mode

I want to say thank you! I have ADHD and have a learning disability. I sometimes have a hard time grasping and retaining information. I recently got into pbotography and trying to learn. After watching your lesson about composition and rule of 3rds, I was able to grasp and understand it. It is your using images and talking to explain. Im a visual learner. I look forward to more lessons.😊👍

Your dedication to your audience is admirable.

This video is literally the most underrated photography vid on youtube... Thank you for making this!!! This helped me understand so much!

What a comprehensive guidance one could ever deliver free of charge. So organised on what is being told with extreme professionalism. Thanks lot. Great. Probably the best I read on YT

... "beep" 😆 ... Love it when he does that. Probably one of the best photography teachers and free course I've watched. Thank you Chris! 👍

The way he creates a character out of the camera is so nice and cute, hahahah. "What about 5.6?" (Talking aboute aperture) and at 1:51:23 "geez... its quite dark out there" . I cant help but smiling at those sentences

I'm a pro photographer, but I teach basics things from time to time. I think it's THE BEST general full course I met.

You should be selling this course... it is impressively good!

Your passion for what you do is truly inspiring.

Ok, I really am amazed at 473 people who watched this and disliked it. You are a great teacher, thank you!

One of the best tutorial on KZfaq..................

“Here’s this picture of a sunset” Me: wow that’s a beautiful picture Him: not particularly a good a picture Me: not a particularly good photo

The best course I have ever had in KZfaq. Very clear. ❤

This course is free, unbelievable

I got my first camera last year and I used it a few times and couldn’t get the hang of it so I gave up. But as I’m in lockdown (in UK) I searched and searched for someone who could explain how to use a camera and you are the only one that I can understand and listen to. Now I cannot stop taking photos. Thank you!

Very helpful session with you Chris...... You made my mind to become Professional photographer ❤❤❤

Thank you very much for the opportunity to learn!!

Applause 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻.God bless you for your time

This is literally a MASTERCLASS!!!! Not only are you a great photographer, you are an awesome teacher as well! Great job, Chris!

Who said that the best things in life are not free? This is an awesome informative no-frills course, Free, and better than some paid courses I took that left me perplexed and dared not ask questions because I didn't want to sound stupid. Can't thank you enough.

I actually cannot believe I just watched this video completely for free. I feel like I robbed you. Great video. Thank you

Down under people rock happy that KZfaq desided to show you to me after 5 years of watching photography channels. Is like KZfaq only shows me the same 3 or 4 channels. Then ever so often it picks a good one like yours. Thanks

I have been following Chris for just over 18mths / 2yrs and my photography has improved ten-fold, simply by studying this course. His guidelines and tips 'made simple' have not only improved my shots, but has improved my love of the art. Due to this, I have changed my entire equipment to now a full-frame camera, multiple high-end lenses and was asked by a family member to shoot their wedding in sunny Portugal last August. I credit the wonderful resulting photographs down to one person - Chris Bray. Since then I have actually sold - yes sold (!) one of my photographs when trekking around Europe!! Despite being a published author who enjoys nothing more than creating a dark story of the macabre, I am delighted to have discovered a new craft which is bringing me just as much joy. Thanks Chris, your photography is amazing and the understanding and tutoring you provide is equally as impressive.

the ffffffff number explanation is brilliant ! so simple and perfect . thank you

This is LITERALLY the most useful/helpful video on Photography I've ever watched. I've watched plenty of them too!

This may be the greatest video I've seen on KZfaq. You make learning the basics of photography way easier than others do on here.

You're one of the best teachers and one of the most genuine persons I've come across in a long time. Thank you so much for this course.

THIS IS THE WAY TO LEARN THE PHOTOGRAPHY BASICS! You really did a great job, Chris! We all appreciate you... HG-Chicago💪

The more I watch the more I watch. I am a 40 year veteran of photography and this is so refreshing,and you teaching style is something special, I am going to watch all of your videos! My goodness I keep waiting for the catch for the money grab! Thank you a million times

This is brilliant! But I’m surprised so many have hit the dislike button! Why? It’s a very in-depth course on digital photography. I intend to watch the whole video.

Man, this is class is so good I let the ads play through.

Flipping hell ... this is a brilliant easy to understand tutorial on EVERYTHING on photogaphy

This guy is great teacher.

Knowledge that would have taken an age was gained in two hours. Thanks❤

can we appreciate this is free btw. and that these things are by far some of the best tips and tricks and examples and quality editing of the whole video!!!

Can’t explain how much have beee benefited from such tutorials to come this far in photography when I was struggling. There are not many people out there who enthusiastically help beginners, however there are people like him. Thank you!

Hi chris,my name is mark .i live in south wales uk.i purchased my first dslr one week ago! Your full course has been so helpful to me.as you can imagine i know little about photography and being 65yrs old my brain is a little slower,oh,the camera is eos 70d with manfrotto tripod,sotgun microphone,2 batteries,lapel microphone,cmera bag,uv filter.17 to 135mm lens,charger.low shutter count.all for the price of £400.00 used!i am learnin a lot from your video's.once again,thank you very much.rgds,mark.

This has to be one of the best explanations of photography out there.

I couldn’t thank you enough for this amazing course that covered so much in the photography world. This video is a must for every beginner. thanks again.

Can't thank you enough, seriously, this is the best photo info, am beginning to feel like a pro...cheers mate!

Best photography course on the internet!

First lecture I didn't fall in sleep. Thanks

THE BEST PHOTOGRAPHY COURSE BY FAR!!! THANK YOU! I LEARNED SO MUCH FROM YOU TODAY. GOD BLESS YOU 😇😊

Best photography video on KZfaq.

There are probably thousands of videos on photography on youtube but when I need to know "what was that thing again?" I still come to this video. God bless you. This is great content and it's free too!! Chris Bray, I will remember this name.

I wish this was the first video I watched to learn photography ~ he makes it so much easier to understand! And all for free!

Of all the lessons ive watched, this by far the most coherent and beginner friendly im not even kidding. The other videos are confusing (lots of tangents) and assumes viewers understand what they're saying in term of throwing out different information. Also, the examples presented in each topic is very helpful to actually show the visualization of what you're explaining

in just two hours i learnt photography, i can become a better photographer. thanks Chris Bray

The "camera sounds" you make are gold 😂

Somebody needs to phone TIMES magazine, we've found 2020 person of the year! I'll recommend your channel to my brother who also loves photography and a few friends I know

This was by far the most comprehensive and easily understood lesson on basic photography I have ever seen. I’m just learning and quite honestly have been frustrated with the wide array of instructional videos and paid courses. So many different opinions on what is important and what is not. Chris has done an excellent job of explaining the basics in a way that is easily understood by someone with no experience. He has made the field of photography and learning process far less intimidating.

I love it when he says 'beep' 😂 👍🏻🤗

I have gained knowledge for free in 2 hours and 24 minutes, a feat I haven't achieved after spending significant time and money on courses that were not of value. Thank you greatly, Chris. You are an excellent teacher.

Thank you for taking the time to share your talents to help others.

Excellent course, well done Chris from Wales.

This guy deserves my subscription . Thank you ..

The best instructions for beginners.

This is by far the best photography course I've seen online. Thanks a lot to Chris and the entire team for covering all the aspects.

Probably one of the best tutorials on photography ever, thank you.

my English is not good, but imagine the best thank you ever said in English to someone, this is how much I thank you.

I'm from Papua New Guinea and thank you

What a brilliant explanation… just can’t wait to complete the course. Beautifully explained each and every single point. Even some basic concepts are explained in an easy to learn way with good examples.

This is by far the best 2hrs I spent.. I'm getting my camera next week and I can't wait to put all that I have learnt to use.. thank you!

I am glad that my auto-play came across your video. Thank you for your very informative lessons you gave us through this video, for free.

Just got a DSLR after being away from photography for decades. Great refresher for me! Thanks!

You were born to teach! Thank you so so so much!! I could listen to you all day long talking about photography. Im about to get my 1st camera (thinking about a Sony A7C) after years of cellphone photografy. Greetings from Argentina!

Chris I'm just getting into photography, you made hundreds of people's lives easier. Thank you very much!

Careful, This guy is a Hero🕷️

Seem and sound well organized

Best videography tutorial, well explained with captions, titles and graphics.

I was watching a few videos on KZfaq and came across your channel. I felt like I hit the JACKPOT! This is a FANTASTIC! Most photographers guard this information with their lives and selfishly keep it to themselves. Thankyou for sharing this information with the globe. I thoroughly enjoyed watching the videos. You sir, are a legend and a master teacher. Gotta love the Aussie way ;) 😊👍📷🇦🇺

You are amazing with your skills and knowledge of photography and more importantly for your love of teaching and dissemination of knowledge to others. Internet can be beneficial with presence of people like yourself. Thank you Chris Bray

Your videos have inspired me to pursue my passions.

For someone to take the time and energy to put so much information on the internet for the world to learn from (for free) shows your love for the art and the desire to help others. Thanks so much Chris. I am new to this and have eagerly been looking for a way to start and you have given it to me. I can't wait to get my Lumix G-9 clicking away!!

What an awesome, condensed course! Finally someone gave so many F's (pun intended 🙂) about the right language of teaching photography

I really can't understand how people can dislike videos like that 😕

Much love and blessings Chris

I wish my professors in college had been this good at teaching. Thanks a lot for sharing the knowledge!

His basics are so strong. Thats why he explains in simple words. Others on youtube, they tell whole lot of textbook bookish things.

It's like spoon feeding and I love it!

Literally he summed up my 4 year course in 2 hr vedio but brilliantly.. i needed a quick brush for my exams😊 thanks chris

Anybody on here can post a video on what the features and gadgets are on this camera. Chris shows you how to USE these features and gadgets. I completely understand this camera now. I purchased the cards and instructions also. A MUST to go along with this vid. I feel like I owe you more money for the brilliant knowledge you have revealed on here about your techniques. Way to go Mate !! Robert Marker Treasure Island, Fl. USA

Nice RGB T-Shirts 😅 EVERYTHING I needed to know, now it's just practice EVERY day. Thank you very much!

What an excellent series of lectures. Simple, understandable and just right for someone who has little or no knowledge of the craft. I am quite experienced of a few years, but there were still little titbits to pick up along the way. You have a brilliant teaching presence and although I know there were probably a lot of cuts, remarkable how you could stand there in one place for so long whilst speaking. Hats off to you for being willing and able to do this in a perfect way!!! WELL DONE!!!

Perfect video for beginners. You wont believe how long I have been looking for clear, concise, and easy to understand information on photography and gear. You have created an excellent video. Keep up the good work.

This was so enlightening. Thank you