The 60 Second Photographer

A 30-day photography challenge – one focused photo or theme each day for a month – is a manageable, powerful way to build a daily habit and improve fast. The key is committing to a realistic daily goal. Here’s how to become a better photographer in 30 days.

Imagine learning some of the basic concepts of photography in a FREE online photography course? And it takes less than 30 minutes – Impossible you may say?

Not with the iPhotography 60-Second Photographer course. We have created an amazing series of micro training videos, each less than 60 seconds.

These videos will teach you about the foundations of photography in a quick, friendly, and simple way. Watching one video per day means you learn something new in under a minute.

Take better photos and get to know your digital camera with our FREE 60-Second Photographer course.

Free Online Photography Course Topics

Here’s a list of what we cover in our 60-Second Photographer course:

• Top camera terms you need to know
• How an aperture works
• What is shutter speed?
• What are the 3 exposure metering modes?
• ISO, and how does it work?
• How depth of field works
• The best focus mode to use
• Spacing out landscape compositions
• What’s a leading line?
• Focal length distortion guide
• Colour vs B&W
• What’s the reciprocal rule?
• How to pose men
• Posture & balancing tips
• Family posing shapes
• The Golden Hour
• 3:2 v 16:9 – What’s the difference?
• How to take panning shots
• How to pose women
• Improve sharpness in your pictures
• Cleaning a sensor
• How to take ghosting photos
• Packing a camera bag
• Force perspective
• Broad, Narrow & Split lighting
• Rembrandt, Butterfly & Silhouette lighting
• Difference between RAW & JPG
• 4 Apps for mobile editing
• Getting through creative blocks
• Optimising your images for online

How Do I Sign Up to the Free Photography Course?

By creating a free iPhotography account you can join our free course. Click here to get started.

By the end of the course, you’ll have a better understanding of photography. You’ll know how to use your camera and how to capture creative opportunities.

For more, read our guide to the 365 challenge.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a 30-day photography challenge?

A project where you take a photo every day for a month, often following daily prompts or themes. It builds the habit of shooting and seeing, and improves your skills quickly without the year-long commitment of a 365.

How do I do a 30-day photo challenge?

Decide your rules (any camera, including a phone, is fine), follow a list of daily prompts or set your own theme, shoot every day, and share or log your photos to stay accountable.

Is a 30-day challenge good for improving?

Yes, the daily discipline rapidly sharpens your eye and technique, and a month is achievable for most people. Even the habit of looking for a photo each day is valuable.

What if I miss a day in a 30-day challenge?

Do not give up, just carry on. The aim is the habit and the practice, not a perfect unbroken streak. Pick up where you left off, or double up the next day.

What camera do I need for a 30-day challenge?

Any, your phone is perfect. The point is daily practice and seeing, not the gear. Use whatever you will reliably have with you every day.