Creating Impact in a Dull Space with Brooke Shaden

Day 1
  • 1 video lesson
  • 1 hour and 22 minutes of class content
  • Streaming access on desktop and mobile browsers
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Brooke Shaden is the queen of crafting ephemeral photo shoots. In only 90 minutes, using a simple black backdrop and natural window light, Brooke is going to show you a number of different ways to create striking portraits through the use of wardrobe, simple props, and quick Photoshop editing. This segment is perfect for an aspiring photographer looking for creative ways to enhance your portfolio or for a seasoned pro looking to reinvent your style.

Course Instructor

Brooke Shaden

Brooke Shaden

Brooke explores the darkness and light in people, and her work looks at that juxtaposition. As a self-portrait artist, she photographs herself and becomes the characters of dreams inspired by a childhood of intense imagination and fear.

Creating Impact in a Dull Space with Brooke Shaden is rated 4.5 stars by 21 students

  • Madelaine E. Feb 12, 2021

    This was super helpful. I am a fan of all of Brooke's classes!

  • Jennifer O. Jul 8, 2020

    I absolutely love learning from Brooke!! Thank you for another wonderful class.

  • Rick L. Dec 25, 2019

    Ide driven, easy to learn primers, and FUN!

  • Danette Z. Jul 14, 2019

    I do agree with Kenneth Furchgott that the tittle is misleading, but for a class that is a tad bit over an hour with this much information from Brooke Shaden, I think I got a great deal! Just the tad bit of information on how she would edit these shots is very helpful!

  • Regina E. Jan 24, 2019

    Brooke as always amazing. I love her master classes she has a lot of positive energetic and inspires me to create something artistic!

  • Tasha A. Jan 14, 2019

    I agree with Alex Shelley. The title of the class was definitely misleading. I've watched a few of Brooke's tutorials in the last two or so years and there is always something to learn of her process. And, although this class was not what I expected, it was worth the value.

  • Alex S. Nov 23, 2018

    I love Brooke's work but the class what nothing that I expected it to be. If you're considering this class and teaching you how to use dull spaces, I'll give you the specifics: It's Brooke's creative process for shooting for composites using only a black background. Don't let the class banner image lead you to believe it will be in a dull home space.

  • Audrey B. Aug 6, 2018

    This a great, quick course to get the creative juices flowing. Brooke's use of everyday items to make a remarkable shot is amazing and so inspiring. I highly recommend the watch.

  • Michele P. Jul 15, 2018

    This was amazing! I can't wait to use her techniques. I already have a huge black muslin backdrop so very excited to practice on my models and then creating a composite!

  • Jon M. May 5, 2018

    As usual Brooke has made it easier to understand how she creates her work. I have all of her videos and each gives me more and more insight into the creative mind of Brooke. I enjoyed this video because it answers questions that the others just glossed over, Thanks for the excellent instructions and tips.

  • Prudence . Apr 21, 2018

    Not what I expected. Good course, Brooke is great at explaining things, but this is "How to Use a Plain Background for Compositing", not "Creating Impact in a Dull Space." Still, recommended for her great take on the subject.

  • Cindy D. Dec 10, 2017

    This course was SO inspiring! Brooke explains her process very clearly and with a lot of enthusiasm. I'm anxious to try out her techniques! Highly recommend.

  • Liliana O. Oct 19, 2017

    She was fine...liked her style very beautiful i will try very much to apply her teachings to my art...and also i will say she is very ample in some issues which really that time could it be used to show more of the work needed in photoshop which is almost 60% of what whatever needs to be learned. Thank you.

  • Kelly E. Mar 17, 2017

    LOVED THIS! I like her simple style and fantastic results. I really appreciated how she walked through the photoshop steps for people like me who don't just "know" how to get to get to specific actions. She was great!

  • John S. Aug 14, 2016

    Its interesting, but not that great. Brooke shows a pretty easy way of compositing, but there were 3 setups with 3 separate models, then compositing demos on one 2 of the 3 shooting sessions. Better to have done 1 shooting session with one photoshop session.

  • Sebastien B. Feb 10, 2016

    Brooke is a great instructor, she explains really well and keeps you interested. What's great with this class is how you can achieve great results without fancy equipment/setup or pro editing skills.

  • A. Nov 28, 2014

    Brooke is really a talent and a pleasure to listen to it and follow it. Source of inspiration. The course is very interesting. Thanks Brooke.

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