When will I have access to the lectures and assignments?

To access the course materials, assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience when you enroll in a course. You can try a Free Trial instead, or apply for Financial Aid. The course may offer 'Full Course, No Certificate' instead. This option lets you see all course materials, submit required assessments, and get a final grade. This also means that you will not be able to purchase a Certificate experience.

What will I get if I subscribe to this Specialization?

When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. Your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile.

Is financial aid available?

Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.

Street Photography: Post-Production & Lifelong Practice

Ends today! Save on skills that make you shine with 40% off 3 months of Coursera Plus. Save now

Street Photography: Post-Production & Lifelong Practice

This course is part of Street Photography Specialization

Instructor: Skillshare

Included with

Learn more

4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

No prior experience required

7 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

No prior experience required

7 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

Skills you'll gain

Details to know

Shareable certificate

Add to your LinkedIn profile

Assessments

4 assignments

Taught in English

91%

of learners achieved a positive career outcome

See how employees at top companies are mastering in-demand skills

Learn more about Coursera for Business

logos of Petrobras, TATA, Danone, Capgemini, P&G and L'Oreal

Build your subject-matter expertise

This course is part of the Street Photography Specialization

When you enroll in this course, you'll also be enrolled in this Specialization.

Learn new concepts from industry experts
Gain a foundational understanding of a subject or tool
Develop job-relevant skills with hands-on projects
Earn a shareable career certificate

There are 4 modules in this course

This course, taught by Troy Baird, is all about what happens after the shutter clicks—and how to build a fulfilling, lifelong relationship with street photography. You’ll discover how to stay inspired over time, learn from the greats, and turn your raw images into polished, expressive final works through editing, printing, and even book-making.

We’ll also dig into how to balance your personal vision with outside influence, explore cross-genre creativity, and look ahead to your growth as a photographer. This is where your work starts to take on depth, polish, and permanence. By the end of this course, you’ll be able to: * Edit your street photos for maximum emotional and visual impact * Design, print, or self-publish your work with intention * Build a sustainable creative practice for the long term Who’s this for? Street photographers of any level who want to grow beyond the shoot—to express, refine, and share their vision. Familiarity with basic photo editing tools is recommended, but not required. Instructor bio: Troy Baird is an Australian film director and documentary filmmaker with over a decade of global experience. Alongside his documentary work, Troy has pursued his passion for street photography, traveling extensively to dynamic locations including Cuba, India, Nepal, Japan, Morocco, New York, and across Europe and Southeast Asia. His creative journey has taught him to adapt, pivot, and continually refine his approach, culminating in a 9-hour Skillshare Staff Pick class that distills insights from over 200 books, countless films, podcasts, online resources, and ten years of hands-on street photography experience. Troy’s mission is to help creatives discover their own artistic voice and express themselves through street photography.

Module details

To become a better photographer, it helps to study the greats. This module introduces you to legendary and contemporary photographers while teaching you how to read images—not just look at them. You’ll explore books, icons, and visual references that can transform your own photographic vision.

What's included

5 videos2 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt

5 videosTotal 70 minutes

Inspiration Sources4 minutes
Photographers to Know43 minutes
Speed Round of Photographers8 minutes
Photo Books & How to Read Them7 minutes
Magnum Level Photographers9 minutes

2 readingsTotal 40 minutes

Introduction Reading10 minutes
Project Instructions30 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 30 minutes

Module 1 Quiz30 minutes

1 discussion promptTotal 10 minutes

New Discussion Prompt10 minutes

This module expands your definition of "inspiration." You'll tap into books, movies, people, and travel experiences to spark new ideas. Plus, you'll discover how blurring genres—like mixing street with landscape or fine art—can help you grow into a more versatile visual storyteller.

What's included

6 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt

Great photography doesn’t stop at the shutter click. This module guides you through the vital post-production steps—editing, printing, and even making your own photo books. You’ll learn to elevate your raw images into thoughtful, polished stories ready for sharing or exhibition.

What's included

4 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt

In this final module, you’ll reflect on your journey and set your sights on what’s next. We’ll explore the concept of being autotelic—doing the work for its own sake—and how it can fuel your creativity over time. This is about finding fulfillment in your process and building a future-facing mindset.