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8 New Things You Can Learn With Your Family

March 20, 2021 Leave a Comment

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Learning something new is fun, but it takes on an entirely new meaning when it becomes a family activity. Getting fit together, learning financial planning, or even guiding a family member to find the right career - quench your family's thirst for knowledge with Alsion's top free courses. 1. Photography Planning your next family photoshoot? Start by acquiring … [Read more...]

Master The Art of Capturing Breathtaking Pictures

May 6, 2020 Leave a Comment

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Did you know that we click as many photos every 2 minutes as humanity as a whole did in the 1800s! It's always fun to learn photography, isn't it? That's what Photo Month is all about - igniting your passion for photography, learning the techniques, and mastering the art of capturing breathtaking pictures. Whether you want to become a professional, or simply share that perfect … [Read more...]

8 Hobbies For Home Confinement That Will Make You Smarter – Free Courses

April 13, 2020

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If you think all hobbies are just pleasurable ways that people spend their time, think again. Some can actually make you smarter. Check out these hobbies and the free Alison courses that will help you get started on them.   1. Photography You combine different elements like light, exposure, and effects to click a perfect picture, which requires a lot of focus … [Read more...]

Take The Top Courses In Photography

February 24, 2020

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Want to become a professional photographer? Take an online course that shows you how!     Photography Masterclass: Your Complete Guide to Photography Phil Ebiner, Best Selling Instructor, 125,000+ Students, Video Creator $199.99 (Click the link above for details of offers) 235 lectures, 13.5 hours video All Levels   Cinematography … [Read more...]

9 Impressive Skills You Can Gain This Weekend [FreeCourses]

June 14, 2019 Leave a Comment

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Alison has over 1000 high-quality courses available, all absolutely free to complete. All of their certified courses are self-paced and have been designed by subject matter experts to give you an interactive and enjoyable learning experience. Listed below are 9 impressive skills you can gain this weekend. To get started, just choose a skill below and click on "Begin … [Read more...]

9 Free Fun Courses To Learn This Weekend

March 28, 2019 Leave a Comment

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Alison has over 1,000 high-quality courses available across 9 distinct categories, all absolutely free to complete. All the courses are self-paced and have been designed by subject matter experts, to give you an interactive and enriched learning experience. There are courses to enhance your knowledge, courses to give you job-related skills and even courses to make your life … [Read more...]

5 Impressive Skills You Can Learn This Weekend [Free Courses]

February 22, 2019

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5 Impressive Skills You Can Learn This Weekend:   1. CSS & HTML Coding   2. Photography   3. Yoga   4. MS Office Suite   5. Photoshop   … [Read more...]

Finish 2018 in Style by Gaining These 9 Skills From Free Courses

December 13, 2018

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Finish 2018 in Style by gaining these 9 Skills! Take these 9 courses for the New Year - they're Fun and Free! Photography Foreign Language Fitness Music Yoga Computer Skills Food Safety English Language Destress … [Read more...]

Intermediate Digital Photography: Getting the Correct Exposure – A Free Course

November 26, 2017

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Correct exposure is the key to getting great photographs and modern DSLRs have sophisticated metering systems that can automatically calculate the correct exposure settings for you. However, there are many situations where you will need to take manual control of the camera and the Alison free online course "Intermediate Digital Photography" explains in more detail that … [Read more...]

Introduction to Digital Photography – Free Course

July 16, 2017

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With this Alison course, Introduction to Digital Photography, you'll learn everything you need to know to master the art and craft of great digital photography. You'll become better acquainted with the basic features of digital cameras and learn how each plays a role in creating great photographs. This course in digital photography will be of great interest to all learners who … [Read more...]

Explore Graphic Design Elements and Principles – Free Course

November 6, 2016

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Exploring graphic design, industrial design and the design process in general, the course "Visual and Graphic Design" from Alison examines various design elements including line, shape, form and texture and design principles, covering composition, balance, contrast, and hierarchy. This free online course is ideal for students studying graphic design, those working in … [Read more...]

Basic Photography – A Free Course

January 29, 2014

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The exciting blend of art and science that is photography When you leave this course, we hope you have a broad understanding of how photography works, its history, and how to make amazing photographs of your own. To do this course, you don't need a fancy camera, just an interest in photography and some creativity. 1: Photography Basics 2: Basics of Exposure and … [Read more...]

Secrets of Great Portrait Photography – A Free Course

January 7, 2014

Portrait Secrets

Celebrity portrait photographer Brian Smith shares the lessons he's learned over the past 30 years capturing the faces of the famous and infamous as a top magazine portrait photographer. Brian will discuss his approach to editorial and commercial assignments from concept to final images, and detailing his approach to lighting and problem solving on productions both small and … [Read more...]

The 15 Features of Your DSLR That Every Photographer Should Know – A Free Course

December 20, 2013

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To capture great images, it is imperative that you know these basics Even seasoned professionals have to become familiar with each new camera body so that they can react to almost any situation and shoot without delay. This class will cover the most important buttons, menus and dials of your DSLR from the shooting modes, to exposure compensation and flash control. Learn … [Read more...]

Exposing Digital Photography – A Free Course

July 11, 2013

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Photography has exploded in recent years as digital cameras have become affordable and easier to use. There are many courses that teach students the artistic aspect of "how to become a better photographer" or "how to improve your eye," but this is not one of them. Instead, students—from one-time users to professionals—become better photographers through an understanding of the … [Read more...]

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