Black & White Masterclass

Become a better, more well-rounded photographer.

Create black and white images that convey emotion and captivate your audience.

I will help you...

Discover what details to look for when shooting black and white in the field.

Understand the 4 foundational pillars that make up a great photograph.

Learn how to covert RAW files to black and white, like a pro, yielding stunning results.

What's Included

17 high-quality lessons, 7 RAW files, and 20 bonus Adaptive Presets

Light & Contrast

Learn what key factors are needed to create an amazing black and white photo. Hint: you no longer have to chase the 'golden hour'.

The Pillars

We'll discuss the 4 pillars of landscape photography and how focusing on them can greatly improve your results.

The Masters

We take a look at images from the masters of black and white photography and discuss what makes each image a masterpiece.

Milford Sound Shoot

Join me on a shoot at beautiful Milford Sound as I walk you step-by-step to capture a timeless black and white mountain scene.

Wide-angle Lens

Learn how I use a wide-angle lens and change my in-camera profile settings to setup workable compositions in the field.

Seascape Shoot

I teach you how to work through your shoot, trying different angles, compositions, and shutter speeds to get the perfect image.

Intricate Details

I discuss the intimate small details that can be found in nature and why they make some of the best images out there.

Fiordland Shoot

Come along with me as a walk you through my creative process to capture captivating black and white images in misty Fiorland.

Post-processing

Learn how I process my RAW files using Lightroom and Photoshop to convert and edit RAW files to create stunning black and white images.

In this course, you’ll learn:

The 4 pillars that make up a great landscape image and how to enhance each one in your images.
My step-by-step process for coverting RAW files into timeless black and white images.
What to look for when it comes to light and shooting black and white. Hint: contrast is key.
How to look for good tonal range and better identify what compositions make good black and white photos.
How to use light and darkness to create a sense of depth and guide the viewer through the frame.

Meet your Instructor

William Patino, award-winning landscape photographer and passionate educator.

Black & White Landscape Photography Masterclass

Learn how to capture timeless black and white images that stir emotion and captivate your audience.

This masterclass features 17 lessons where I explain in detail the recipe you need in order to create amazing black and white images.

I take you on location with me for 3 different photo shoots and walk you through my creative process from camera settings, to composition methods, to finally post-processing.

You will walk away from this course a better, more well-rounded photographer.

Hear what other students have to say…

"My portfolio was looking a little weak until I decided to take this masterclass from William! Now, I have several black and white images that really make my portfolio pop! And the bonus presets were super helpful and easy to use. Thanks Will!!
- Jennifer R.

"I've always loved black and white photography but never thought that I personally could capture such beauty... this class gave me an entirely new perspective on black and white and I can't wait to create my own masterpieces!"
- Summer L.

The class was really informative, the location shoots were so helpful! Will explains everything so well that even a newbie like me was able to understand it. Not to mention the presets, they work great, and have really made a difference in my processing!
- Robert U.