Mastering Manual Exposure in Nature Photography

Put your knowledge of the exposure triangle into practice. Learn to manually expose your photograph using your camera’s spot meter.

$39.95

FREE FOR STREAMING SUBSCRIBERS

Access ALL video tutorials & webinar for just $14.95/mo.

FIND OUT MORE
What is the difference between purchasing a video tutorial and VW Streaming Service?

Purchasing a video tutorial allows you to stream purchased video tutorials for 1 full year from any device with a high-speed internet connection.

A subscription to the VW Streaming Service allows you to stream ALL Video Tutorials & Webinars from any device with a high-speed internet connection. Your service will automatically renew until you cancel it.

What is Included in the VW Streaming Service?

You will gain unlimited streaming access to ALL video tutorials and webinars on Visual Wilderness while your service is active.

You will never have to worry about losing your video files due to hard drive failure, computer upgrades, or crashes.

All your webinars and video tutorials are accessible at any time, from any location, and from any device with a high-speed internet connection.

As long as your service remains active, your monthly price will not increase.

What is NOT included in the VW Streaming Service?

The VW Streaming Service DOES NOT include access to eBooks and exclusive one time offers.

The VW Streaming Service may not include access to all recorded sessions of online classes.

Can I download my video tutorials for offline use?

No. You can NOT download videos to your own device for offline use.

Some of our video courses offer free downloadable files to help you better understand the material. Those special files are available to customers for download.

What do I need to view Visual Wilderness streaming video tutorials?

You will need a high-speed internet connection to stream our online videos.
Visual Wilderness Streaming Service is compatible with all devices, including Mac and PC desktop computers and laptops, mobile phones, and tablet devices. If you’re still not sure your device will work with our streaming services, try it out with the videos below!

What’s Included?

  • Instant access to streaming video files for 1 YEAR.
  • 18 teaching videos for photographers who want to learn about exposure and spot metering.
  • More than 85 minutes of video content – in-depth explanations, examples, workflow, and case studies for mastering manual exposure mode.
  • Workshop-style lessons taught by professional in the field.
  • Case Studies: Shooting macro, Choosing the right shutter speed, Exposing for vibrant colors, Using a spot meter with a GND filter, and more!

What to Expect

 You’ll discover the power of your camera’s spot metering tool – it can bring out exquisite details, contrast, and colors in your subject.

 We’ll share our simple, 4-step workflow so you can streamline your fieldwork and get your exposure just right every time.

 We’ll show you how exposure is related to shutter speed, aperture, and ISO – and we’ll help you determine the best exposure for any given situation.

 You’ll learn to target your new knowledge of spot metering to select an exact shutter speed or aperture for the scene before you – all while maintaining proper exposure.

 You’ll have access to on-location, step-by-step case studies that allow you to watch as we use our camera’s spot meter to create real photographs in the field.

 Our straightforward, non-technical teaching approach makes manual exposure easy.

What Customers are Saying

Passionate hobbyists should follow Jay and Varina Patel

Passionate hobbyists interested in learning the technical aspects of photography in a simple and understanding way should follow Jay and Varina Patel.
Jaikumar Menon
Mumbai, India

It was excellent!

In camera exposure principles very simply explained in today’s Mastering Exposure Webinar . It was excellent!

Alan Dixon
Norwich, England

Ken Kurzweil

I advanced by leaps and bounds in both my photography skills and Photoshop skills. Varina and Jay are great teachers!

Ken Kurzweil

Kas Stone

Just finished your Hyperfocal Distance Tutorial and I must commend you on giving a crystal-clear explanation of this tricky subject, and for suggesting a workflow that makes good sense. Many thanks!

Kas Stone
Nova Scotia, Canada

Regina Velasquez

Hi amazing people at Visual Wilderness…Two thumbs up on your Histograms Exposed Course.

Regina Velasquez
Sherman Oaks, CA

Paul Peters

Like all other educational material that you’ve produced, the Essential Filter Course is simply wonderful! You both have the gift for imparting knowledge in a simple and straightforward manner.

Paul Peters
British Columbia, Canada

Kirsty Faulkner

Histograms Exposed is a great tutorial too – I learned some stuff myself, as I didn’t realize you could even get a live view of your histogram before you took a shot! Love learning new techniques! :)

Kirsty Faulkner
Christmas Island

Tom Healy

Essential Filters Course would have saved me from frustrating photos that were a result of using filters wrong or not understanding when and how to use them.  Another great tutorial series from Jay & Varina.

Tom Healy
Portland, Oregon

Sue Atkinson

I have been trying to understand Hyperfocal Distance since I first picked up a camera about a year ago. I have had several people explain it to me, but I never understood it as well as I do after watching your tutorials. They are so clear and easy to understand.

Sue Atkinson
Western Australia

Sara Ghedina

I wanted to say thank you, I’ve been watching some of the videos tutorials you made teaching about different camera lenses and they are absolutely great. I especially like the case studies that let you actually see how things work in practice while you explain them.

Sara Ghedina
San Francisco, California

Mastering manual exposure using your camera’s spot meter

Proper exposure can mean the difference between an ineffective photograph, and a stunning one. We'll teach you how to choose the best shutter speed, aperture and ISO value in manual exposure mode using your camera’s spot meter.

Example of how exposure impacts colors?
Use our simple, 4-Step workflow to set your exposure manually.
Learn how to use your spot meter to set your exposure manually.
Learn how to use your spot meter to measure exposure.
Varina explaining Shutter Speed, Aperture & ISO.
Shutter Speed, Aperture & ISO: What are they for?
How does exposure impact colors?
How does exposure impact colors?
Example of how use manual exposure mode for wide tonal contrast
How to set exposure for wide tonal contrast
Example of how to freeze motion with fast shutter speed using manual exposure mode.
Watch and learn how we set up our cameras to freeze motion.
How can you adjust your depth of field using manual exposure settings case study.
How can you adjust your depth of field using manual exposure settings?
Neutral density filter and spot metering case study.
Maui, Hawaii (HI), USA
Learn how to use spot metering with a graduated neutral density filter.
Learn how to use spot metering with a graduated neutral density filter.

Our step-by-step guidance, down-to-earth approach, and in-the-moment advice give you control of your camera with Spot on Exposure.

(Reg. Price: $89, 40% Off)

$39.95

SKU: bc-soec Category: Tags: ,
Nature Photography eBooks: The Apprentice SeriesApprentice Series Nature Photography eBooksPhotography Histogram Tutorial CoverHistograms Exposed