Masterclass In Photography PART 4: Composition And Light (Udemy.com)
Improving Composition, Finding and Using Appropriate Light Will Transform Boring Photos to Brilliant Photos
Created by: Mike Browne
Last updated January 2024
What you will learn
- Camera techniques for better composition
- How to pre visualise a composition
- The actions you have to take for better compositions
- The so called 'rules' of composition - and when to break them
- How to see qualities of light
- Which types of light are appropriate for different subjects
- How different qualities of light affect different textures
- Gain hands on experience with the exercises
Course Description
Welcome to A Masterclass In Photography PART 4: Composition and Light - From Boring to Brilliant, a course meticulously designed for photographers who aspire to transform their images from mundane to magnificent.
Composition and light are the cornerstones of all great images. Learn how to harness these elements and you’ll create extraordinary photographs.
Key Modules:
Mastering Composition: Learn both the mechanics and art of arranging elements in your frame to create visually appealing and balanced photographs. From the ‘rules’ such as thirds to leading lines, framing, and symmetry - to when and how to break them. This module covers a wide range of compositional techniques. You'll learn how to guide the viewer's eye and tell a story through your images, turning an ordinary scene into a captivating photograph.
Understanding and Utilising Light: Light is the essence of photography. In this module, you will learn to visualise qualities of light, which subjects they’re appropriate for and explore their nuances. Learn how to read and manipulate light to your advantage, understanding its direction, quality, and colour. We will cover topics like the ‘blue’ hour, shadow play, backlighting, and more, helping you to create mood, depth, and emotion in your photographs.
Course Features:
Practical Exercises: Hands-on exercises accompany each module, enabling you to apply what you've learned in real-world scenarios.
Comprehensive Resource Materials: Access a wealth of resources, including detailed guides, cheat sheets, and case studies for deeper understanding and reference.
Composition and light are not just elements of photography; they are the storytellers which make, or break an image. This course empowers you to use these storytellers effectively, transforming your photos from simple snapshots into stunning visual narratives. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced photographer, this course will elevate your photographic skills, helping you to see the world through a more artistic and informed lens.
Instructor Details
- 4.9 Rating
181 Reviews
Mike Browne
Photographer, teacher, speaker
I'm flattered to have been called "The UK's friendliest Photography Tutor" (Thanks 500px!). I'm proud to have made hundreds of videos and spent thousands of hours teaching people like you to see more beauty in the world every day (and to capture that beauty), by thinking like a photographer.
My YouTube channel has served more than 28 Million views and has more than 265,000 subscribers. I've appeared on TV shows, run photo workshops worldwide, teach and speak at some of the best photography events on earth, such as:
Xposure International Photography Festival, Sharjah, UAE
The Photography Show, Birmingham, UK
I even trained as a teacher so that I could reach my full potential and enable others to reach theirs.
As a photographer, I'm proud to have won multiple awards:
Petapixel TopTen Youtube Trainers list
x3 Xposure Exhibition Awards
Fuji Commercial - X2 Fuji Wedding
Kodak Gold Award
14 Master Photographers Association Awards
I've been lucky to have had exhibitions at prestigious venues such as:
The Master Photographers Association
Royal Photographic Society
Romanian Embassy (London)
Xposure Photography Festival - others...
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Reviews
By Joe Renda on 7/20/2026
I have purchased around 25 photography courses, and I have seen some good ones. But Mike Browne takes it to another level, he is a qualified teacher and it shows! He will take a complex subject, strip it down, make a model of it and give you that lightbulb moment that other instructors/teachers fail to do. I have watched Mikes master class 1-4 and am looking forward to 5. Get them, they are worth every penny and will boost your knowledge immensely! Joe Renda
By Juan Carlos Lazo on 5/19/2026
Mike’s Photography series has been a blast to work on. The first part of the course focuses on Composition, which I would say was by far the most enjoyable part of the series so far. The second part, which was lighting, was the most difficult part of the series, but the most important. After completing the first four parts, I feel more confident as a photographer, and I’m excited to complete part 5 of the series.
By Ricky G Johnson on 4/24/2026
My tutor laid a strong foundation in photography by focusing on its most essential elements—composition and lighting. This solid base has given me the confidence to grow and develop my own style. The course itself is engaging and thoughtfully structured.
By Simuzar Gahramanova on 10/26/2025
Excellent course, Mike gives you an opportunity to know what is happening in photographers mind, from technical perspective starting from part 1 then moving to creativity and endless opportunities.
By Sue Howlett on 1/28/2025
I have learnt so much and although I still need to practice, my photography has improved. I certainly am looking at composition and thinking about my shots more . This is a great course and I’ve just bought part 5 . Highly recommend
By Carlos I. Santiago on 12/29/2024
I like the fact that to take amazing pictures you don't need a fancy and very expensive camera. As stated by Mike, a camera is an instrument and we are the artist that makes the shot. The examples using already available objects and going outside your surroundings to practice help to keep you engage and learning.
By Andre Beauchesne on 11/26/2024
Brilliant presentation of ideas and concepts, supported by very good examples. You feel like going out there to practice et make as beautiful pictures as Mike! Quite a chalenge... but, eventually getting there, hopefully!
By Lisa Parker on 8/8/2024
Enjoying these lessons very much! l enjoy the process of creating compositions so I have found that learning so much more about some good compositional guidelines is very interesting. Can't wait to get going with the composition exercises!
By Oscar Vasquez on 4/30/2024
Fantastic. I was skeptical, thought it would be to basic, but it’s just right hot. Actionable, explained in a straightforward manner. The instructor’s personality and tone is just right. Not dry and boring, but not over the top or trying too hard to be entertaining. Very pleased, plan on going back and doing his series from the beginning
By Radomír Pešek on 4/5/2024
Absolutely amazing job Mr.Browne. I watched another course which gave me good basics, but Mr. Browne is going into details and explaining things with great demonstrations. This course really helped me how to see compositions and especially light extremely differently. Thank you Mr. Browne
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