Shops marked “Demo” are examples that show how this marketplace works — their products aren't for sale. Open a real shop

Photography & Video Production

Online photography & video production courses — Photography Fundamentals, Camera Techniques, Lightroom, Photo Editing, Video Editing and more.

About photography & video production

Photography and video production courses teach you to capture images and footage with intent, then shape them in post-production. This category gathers courses from working photographers, editors and filmmakers who teach through their own shoots, sample files and editing sessions, so you can see the decisions behind each frame rather than only the finished result.

On the photography side, you will find fundamentals courses on composition, light and seeing, camera technique courses on exposure, focus and metering, and editing courses covering Lightroom-style raw development and pixel-level retouching. On the video side, courses cover editing timelines and color correction, filmmaking craft such as shot lists, blocking and visual storytelling, production planning with crews and gear, and creating videos for online channels.

Courses suit hobbyists with a first camera or phone, aspiring freelancers building a portfolio, small business owners making their own product photos or videos, and working creatives filling a specific gap. Many are project-based: you shoot or cut an assignment after each module and compare it with the instructor's approach.

To choose, start with what you want to make, such as portraits, travel photos, short films or interview videos, and pick the subcategory that matches. Check what camera or software the instructor uses, whether exercise files or raw footage are included and whether a free preview lesson shows how they teach.

Choosing a photography or video course

  • Decide on an outcome first: better photos from the camera you own, a polished edit, a short film or a repeatable video workflow.
  • Check which camera types, phones or editing apps the course assumes, and whether the techniques transfer to what you have.
  • Look for downloadable raw files, footage or project files so you can follow along with the instructor's material.
  • Watch a free preview lesson to judge the instructor's pace, clarity and whether they explain why, not only which button.
  • Prefer courses with assignments after each module; photography and editing improve through practice and comparison.
  • Read the course outline to see whether it starts at beginner level or expects you to know exposure and editing basics already.

Questions about photography & video production

Do I need an expensive camera to take a photography course?

No. Fundamentals such as composition, light and timing apply to any camera, including phones. Camera technique courses work with any camera that offers manual or semi-manual modes; the course outline usually lists what you need.

Should I learn photography or video first?

Either works. Photography builds a strong eye for framing, exposure and light, which carries straight into video. If your goal is making videos, a video editing or production course can be a direct starting point.

Are these courses affiliated with the software makers?

Courses here are made by independent instructors. Courses that teach a named app, such as Lightroom, are not affiliated with or endorsed by the company that makes it.

Can I ask the instructor questions?

Yes. Every course shows who teaches it, and you can message the instructor through MultiVendor Market before or after you enroll.

Can I learn at my own pace?

Yes. Courses are organized into modules and lessons, and your progress is saved so you can pause after a shoot and pick up where you left off.

More in Courses