It's challenging to stay positive and motivated during this COVID-19 pandemic. The majority of us are worried about finances, health, when we can get back to work, and what the new normal will be when this is all over. It’s a test of resilience. As for me, it’s been an emotional rollercoaster thus far. We have to keep going; life always moves forward. I’ve been utilizing this “down” time to stack new skills and sharpen current ones. Skill stacking is one of the most beneficial things you can do for yourself. It makes you a more valuable candidate in any market and empowers you to solve problems unique to your abilities. Below you’ll find a list of free or discounted online learning resources. We must stay sharp during this time so we can all hit the ground running when things get back to the new normal.

Online Courses /  Webinars

• Free Phlearn Tutorials

• Michael Woloszynowicz Tutorials (Capture one and retouching tips)

• Free Skillshare Courses

• TED Talks

• Professional Photographers of America EDU (1100+ courses free for two weeks)

• CreativeLive (60% off sitewide classes)

• University of California Davis Free Online Course “The Strategy of Content Marketing”

• Kaist Free Online Course “Meditation: A Way To Achieve your goals in life”

• Duke University Free Online Course “Photography Basics”

• Free Udemy Courses

• Fstoppers Blog

• SLR Lounge

• Profoto Stories/Inspiration

• Meet the Gaffer Tutorials

• Matt Day Tutorials (Film photography tips/discussions)

• Capture Integration Blog

• Capture One Tutorials

• Nikon School Online

• Goal Digger Podcast (Solopreneur marketing tips)

• The Slanted Lens