An online school designed to teach students the basics of home or studio photography, School of Photography.com offers advice and instruction to take effective glamour shots without having to invest in a fully-equipped studio. Appropriate for both digital and film cameras, the instruction includes common mistakes and how to avoid them. Each student receives an individual tutor to monitor progress and provide advice. The course covers advanced topics, such as finishing techniques and approaches to lighting. On completion of the course, each student receives a certificate of photography.
Magazines, television, billboards all contain examples of glamour photography. At Brooks Institute, a fashion photography workshop and glamour photography courses are available for career hopefuls. As part of the Advertising major, glamour photography courses prepare students to sell their photographs to businesses for promotional materials.
Students at the Academy of Art University use state-of-the-art equipment to build a winning portfolio and receive hands-on experience. The instructors, having been award winning photographers themselves, can prepare students for the glamour photography profession. Students can take classes online and on campus in San Francisco to achieve an Associates, Bachelors or Masters degree in photography. High school students can also enroll in college prep programs.
The Beauty and Glamour workshop introduces students to glamour photography. The only prerequisite is basic camera knowledge. The workshop exposes students to the foundations of lighting, whether in a studio or on location. Hair, cosmetics, workout gear, lingerie and swimwear are among the assignment topics. Lectures emphasize the importance of styling and offer tips and techniques, such as how to improve the quality of images with Photoshop.