Street Photography Specialization

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Street Photography Specialization

Master Street Photography From Start to Finish. Define your style, shoot confidently, and enhance your work with editing and creativity

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3 course series

Get in-depth knowledge of a subject

Beginner level

No prior experience required

1 month at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Earn a career credential

Share your expertise with employers

3 course series

Get in-depth knowledge of a subject

Beginner level

No prior experience required

1 month at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Earn a career credential

Share your expertise with employers

What you'll learn

Define your creative vision and develop a unique street photography style
Confidently shoot, compose, and problem-solve in real-life street photography environments
Edit and present your work with impact—from digital portfolios to printed books

Overview

This Specialization is intended for aspiring and developing photographers seeking to build creative confidence and technical fluency in street photography. Through three project-based courses, you will explore mindset, gear, on-the-street skills, editing, and artistic growth—preparing you to express your unique vision from capture to final output. Taught by photographer and educator Troy Baird, this series guides you step-by-step from theory to lifelong practice.

Skills you'll gain

Tools you'll learn

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Taught in English

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Specialization - 3 course series

Throughout this Specialization, learners will complete three hands-on creative projects that reflect the real-world process of a street photographer. In Course 1, you'll create a visual manifesto—a personal project that defines your purpose and visual voice. In Course 2, you’ll build a short on-the-street photo series using your own camera or phone, applying techniques for shooting style, confidence, and composition. Finally, in Course 3, you’ll edit, refine, and present your work as a printed photo book, digital portfolio, or expressive photo essay. Each project is designed to deepen your artistic growth, help you overcome creative blocks, and develop a practice you can return to for years to come.

Street Photography: Foundations & Creative Mindsets

Course 18 hoursView course

What you'll learn

Instructor: Troy Baird

This course is your launchpad into the world of street photography. Whether you’re brand new to the genre or looking to reinvigorate your creative process, we’ll break down what makes street photography so powerful—and how to find your own unique artistic voice within it. Through stories, philosophies, and real-world examples, we’ll explore not just how to shoot, but why we shoot. You’ll learn how to define street photography for yourself, tap into your emotional instincts, and build the kind of mindset that allows for consistent, authentic image-making. We’ll also dive into storytelling, intention, and seeing the world with more awareness. By the end of this course, you’ll be able to: * Define your own creative purpose and visual style * Evaluate great street photos and understand why they work * Build daily practices that nurture inspiration and creativity Who’s this for? Anyone curious about street photography, self-expression, or personal creativity. No experience necessary—just a camera (or smartphone) and an open mind.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Photography

Category: Creativity

Category: Storytelling

Category: Photo Editing

Category: Aesthetics

Street Photography: Gear, Style & On-the-Street Skills

Course 28 hoursView course

What you'll learn

Instructor: Troy Baird

This is where theory meets action. In Course 2, we’ll head to the streets—equipped with knowledge, confidence, and the right gear. Whether you’re using a DSLR, film camera, or just your phone, we’ll explore how to make the most of it and begin developing a personal style that fits you. You’ll learn practical techniques like shooting from the hip, framing on the fly, reading the light, and navigating real-world challenges like nerves, distractions, and people. We’ll also cover gear setups, shooting modes, and the secrets to problem-solving in fast-moving environments. By the end of this course, you’ll be able to: * Choose the right camera, lens, and setup for your approach * Develop your own shooting style with intention and consistency * Handle real-life street photography scenarios with confidence Who’s this for? Creators ready to hit the street with intention. To succeed here, you should have a basic understanding of your camera or phone settings and be eager to experiment.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Photography

Category: Photo Editing

Category: Patience

Category: Ethical Standards And Conduct

Category: Resilience

Category: Adaptability

Category: Decision Making

Category: Creativity

Category: Interpersonal Communications

Category: Storytelling

Street Photography: Post-Production & Lifelong Practice

Course 36 hoursView course

What you'll learn

Instructor: Troy Baird

This course is all about what happens after the shutter clicks—and how to build a fulfilling, lifelong relationship with street photography. You’ll discover how to stay inspired over time, learn from the greats, and turn your raw images into polished, expressive final works through editing, printing, and even book-making. We’ll also dig into how to balance your personal vision with outside influence, explore cross-genre creativity, and look ahead to your growth as a photographer. This is where your work starts to take on depth, polish, and permanence. By the end of this course, you’ll be able to: * Edit your street photos for maximum emotional and visual impact * Design, print, or self-publish your work with intention * Build a sustainable creative practice for the long term Who’s this for? Street photographers of any level who want to grow beyond the shoot—to express, refine, and share their vision. Familiarity with basic photo editing tools is recommended, but not required.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Creativity

Category: Photography

Category: Photo Editing

Category: Post-Production

Category: Storytelling

Category: Adobe InDesign

Category: Adobe Photoshop

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