Online course
Getting started with equine photography
The online photography course for the novice equine photographer who wants to learn everything about equine photography.
All videos are recorded in Dutch and feature English subtitles.
In this equine photography course, you will learn the basic theory and how to get started with camera settings. You will also learn how to work with natural light, how to best photograph horses in action, how to take sharp and beautiful horse photos, and you will create a whole workflow so that you are well prepared for your photo shoot and know how to select photos and create a photo gallery after the horse photo shoot.
In short, an all-inclusive online course on horse photography.
Why take this course?
You love horses and photography, but...
– Your photos are often blurry or shaky.
– The lighting is never quite right.
– You don't know where to start with the settings.
– Horses always look away just when you want to take a picture.
– And honestly, you sometimes get frustrated that it doesn't turn out the way you imagined it would.
Sound familiar? Then Getting Started with Horse Photography is just for you.
In this course, you'll learn step by step how to take control of your camera and your photo sessions. No complicated theory, just clear explanations, examples, and useful tips that will help you take better photos right away.
Start with confidence. Enjoy photography.
What will you learn?
Are you ready to finally move beyond automatic mode and get the most out of your camera to take the perfect horse photo?
All videos are recorded in Dutch with English subtitles.
1 Equipment
1.1 cameras
1.2 lenses
2 Settings
2.1 Raw - Jpg
2.2 Exposure triangle
2.3 Aperture
2.4 Shutter speed
2.5 ISO
2.6 Histogram
2.7 White balance
2.8 Light metering
2.9 Focusing
2.10 My camera settings
3 Natural light
3.1 Cloud cover
3.2 Harsh light
3.3 Backlighting
3.4 The golden hour
3.5 Lens flare & bokeh
4 Romantic equine Photography
4.1 Location
4.2 Clothing
4.3 Photography halter / halter / bridle
4.4 Directing the model
4.5 Capturing emotions on camera
4.6 Compositions
4.7 Your working method
5 Poses
5.1 Static & dynamic
5.2 Horse in action
5.3 Portrait poses
5.4 Tips & tricks
6 Preparing for the photo shoot
6.1 What's in your camera bag?
6.2 Preparing for the photo shoot
6.3 Mood boards
7 Procedure after the photo shoot
7.1 Photo selection
7.2 Creating a photo gallery
7.3 Ending the photo shoot
Laura v. C.
“I recently purchased the horse photography course. It is a very informative course. Everything is explained very clearly. I definitely don't regret purchasing it and will definitely take another course in the future.”
Lisa V.
“I had never worked seriously with my camera before, but this course took me step by step. Everything is explained clearly—from settings to working with horses. Thanks to this course, I finally have the confidence to ask people if I can photograph their horses!”
Jolien P.
“This course not only taught me the basics of photography, but also how to really develop an eye for horses. The examples and exercises help you discover your own style. Highly recommended for anyone who wants to get started seriously.”
By the end of this online course, you will be able to:
- Taking beautiful horse photos
- Setting up your own camera manually
- Choosing the right camera and lenses for you
- Dealing with any lighting situation
- Taking razor-sharp horse photos
- Giving models and horses clear instructions
- Applying all poses during the photo shoot
- Photographing horses in action
- Photographing using your own method
- Creating a beautiful online photo gallery for clients
- Applying all tools and information to further develop yourself
Inspiring learning environment
Learn at your own pace – Take the courses when it suits you, without any time pressure. Learn step by step and apply everything immediately in practice.
Access anytime, anywhere – Have you downloaded the app? Then you can access the courses and materials at any time, from any location.
Directly applicable lessons – Practical explanations that you can immediately use in your own photography.
Frequently asked questions
Who is this course suitable for?
This online horse photography course is intended for novice photographers who want to combine photography and horses.
If you are no longer a novice horse photographer but want to gain more in-depth knowledge, you have also come to the right place.
Do I need to have experience with equine photography?
No, definitely not! This course is ideal for you if you want to start equine photography, so you can master everything from the beginning.
I am already familiar with the basics. Is this course still suitable for me?
Absolutely! Every photographer uses different settings, and as an expert, I can teach you how to take the best romantic horse photos. In addition, the course will also teach you more about poses, how to capture emotion effectively, and how to create your own working method to become an authentic horse photographer.
I don't have a camera yet. Can I still get started?
If you don't have a camera yet, that's no problem. The course also includes a module on cameras and lenses that can help you purchase the right camera.
Can I start working professionally as an equine photographer after completing the course?
After completing this course, you can immediately start working as an equine photographer and charge for your photo shoots. Please note that it will take time and experience to establish yourself as a professional equine photographer. As an expert, I can also guide you in this process.
Are the lessons also suitable if I don't speak Dutch?
Yes. All videos are recorded in Dutch and have English subtitles. This allows international photographers to follow the entire content and grow step by step within The Equine Photography Evolution.