YouTube is a great resource for exploring both the simple and complex topics found in photography and videography. The Alpha Universe YouTube Channel features many different Sony creatives who further dive into various topics to help you learn and to inspire you to create. Keep scrolling for a look at some of the recently posted videos and make sure you subscribe to the Alpha Universe YouTube Channel today so you don’t miss out on the upcoming releases.

Check out videos from the Sony Alpha Universe YouTube Channel for tips on portraits and lighting, see more about Airpeak, Xperia and more

Alpha In The Air – Testing The Limits Of The Airpeak S1

In this video, director and cinematographer Alexander Alexandrov and aerial cinematographer Grant Boutiette take the Airpeak S1 with the Sony Alpha 1 up north to the Sierras to test out the drone’s limits in high altitude, cold temperatures and low-light environments. Read more about the shoot here.

Pro Smartphone Photography Guide: How To Shoot Great Photos With Xperia

Sony Artisan Miguel Quiles shows you how to take your smartphone photography to a whole new level with this Xperia tutorial. Quiles focuses on the Sony Xperia 1 IV smartphone in his video, which shares much of the cutting-edge imaging technology found in Sony Alpha cameras.

Prime vs. Zoom Lenses For Portrait Photography

In this episode of Artisan Advice, Sony Artisan Miguel Quiles shares his preference and offers insight into both types of lenses in this portrait photography tutorial. 

Portrait Photography Tutorial: Step-By-Step Editorial Photoshoot

Improve your portrait photography skills with this behind the scenes photoshoot guide featuring Sony Artisan Miguel Quiles. This portrait photography tutorial covers cameras, lenses, portrait photography settings, portrait lighting and more. 

Reframed With Drew Geraci – Part 1 – Portrait Photography Lighting Tips With Monica Sigmon

Sony Artisan Monica Sigmon joins Reframed to share tips and helpful information around lighting for portraits. In this portrait photography lighting tutorial, Sigmon discusses both cinematic portraits and business portraits.

Reframed With Drew Geraci – Part 2 – Lighting Tips For Videography

Learn about lighting for video with cinematographer and Sony Artisan Drew Geraci. Watch as he discusses the importance of lighting in videography, and offers tips on how to make your videos pop.

Facing Creativity with Brooke Shaden & NC – Fine Art Photography & Vulnerability

In Episode 4 of Facing Creativity With Brooke Shaden, the Sony Artisan sits down with fine art photographer NC to discuss how creativity can thrive through vulnerability. Shaden and NC further examine this topic of vulnerability followed by a photo shoot that speaks to breaking free of the limits we set for ourselves.