Signature Series · Certification Program

The Complete Guide to Product Photography — Certification Program

A structured, mentor-reviewed path for studio photographers: 56+ hours of on-demand lessons, up to 18 reviewed assignments, and a professional certificate that proves your skill.

Inside the Photigy certification program

About the program

The Complete Guide to Product Photography

Photigy’s flagship certification takes you from studio fundamentals to advertising-grade commercial work — guided by working professionals who review every assignment you submit. It’s the same path our certified photographers used to start landing agency and brand clients.

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Who it’s for

Built for photographers who want to go pro

Product photographers

Win larger clients among agencies and brands, sharpen your technique, and build processes to increase your volume.

Wedding & portrait photographers

Add off-season revenue. Product photography skills complement the services you already offer.

Small business & amateurs

Create better product images that sell — and learn to set up a compact studio right where you work.

What’s inside

A complete, guided certification experience

56+ hours on demand

Lifetime access to streaming video lessons you can watch anytime, on any device.

Up to 18 assignments

Apply each technique and get personalized, recorded video feedback from your instructor.

Live Q&A webinars

Bring your questions to online sessions with the instructors as you progress.

Certificate & marketplace

Graduate as a certified professional and get listed on the Photigy Marketplace.

How the learning works

Learn by doing, with an instructor in your corner

1

24/7 access

Watch lessons at your convenience from any device, including tablets and phones.

2

Video feedback

Submit each shot and receive recorded video feedback from your instructor.

3

Progressive modules

Advance to the next module once your homework has been reviewed — you always know where you stand.

The curriculum

12 modules · 164 video lessons

Three progressive levels take you from studio fundamentals to advertising-grade advanced work and a final certification project.

1
Essential level

Understand the Lighting

Studio fundamentals, essential gear, and light-control techniques that everything else builds on.

2
Essential level

Starting in Studio Photography: Practical Examples

Real-time set-up and shooting demonstrations — cosmetics, Bailey's, vodka bottles and more.

3
Essential level

Post-Production

Client-ready image preparation and the retouching fundamentals every product shot needs.

4
Essential level

DIY Starter's Guide

Build your own light modifiers and gear on a budget so equipment never limits your learning.

5
Advanced level

Catalog Work: Essentials

Real-world, multi-scenario product photography with practical problem-solving.

6
Advanced level

Food Photography for Beginners

Minimal-equipment techniques and styling that make food look irresistible.

7
Advanced level

Liquid & Splash Hi-Speed Photography with Speedlites

Equipment, liquid types, splash technique, compositing and Photoshop manipulation.

8
Advanced level

Commercial Photography Assignment

A five-part project: approaching the client, catalog shots, creative lighting, high-speed, and post-production compositing.

9
Professional level

Advanced Product Photography Workshop — 8 Shots

In-depth studio workshops for complex advertising shots: perfume, microphone, iPhone, watch.

10
Professional level

Advanced Product Photography, Post-Production

Final image preparation for professional display and delivery.

11
Professional level

Starting Your Photography Business

Business planning, client-avatar development, portfolio building and marketing strategy.

12
Professional level

The Final Assignment

A capstone project with a final instructor review and your professional certification.

Access levels

Choose how far you want to go

The program is offered at three levels of depth. Tell us which one fits and we’ll help you enroll.

Essentials

  • 58 lessons
  • 4 reviewed assignments
  • Forum access
  • Recorded webinars
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Advanced

  • 114 lessons
  • 7 reviewed assignments
  • Forum access
  • Monthly live Q&A webinars
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Professional

  • 164 lessons
  • 18 reviewed assignments
  • Professional certificate
  • Portfolio review
  • 1-year marketplace listing
  • Monthly webinars
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What graduates get

More than a certificate

Take your time

Unlimited time to complete the program — students typically finish in 6–12 months.

Marketplace placement

Certified graduates are listed as certified professional photographers on the Photigy Marketplace, free.

Enhanced privacy

Your student profile is completely hidden from the public while you learn.

See what you’ll create

Images from the program’s lessons

A selection of shots produced across the certification modules — splash, watches, cosmetics, food, glass and more.

Who teaches it

Learn from working professionals

Alex Koloskov

Alex Koloskov & the Photigy team

Alex is the founder of Photigy and an award-winning commercial product & advertising photographer. He and the Photigy instructor team guide you through every module and give you personal, recorded feedback on the work you submit.

Student stories

What our photographers say

“With the help of Photigy's program and the learnings I've gained, I'm creating images I would never have even contemplated a short time ago.”

Roman Sapronov
Roman Sapronov
e-Commerce Product Photographer

“Photigy has allowed me to improve my skills at my current job. I have gained more respect from my co-workers and other photographers.”

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Ric Matkowski
Commercial Photographer

“Photigy has been a huge part of my learning and has taught me far more than any other platform.”

Sherry Sabatine
Sherry Sabatine
Commercial Photographer

“My involvement with Photigy throughout my work is tangible… it works like a source of inspiration.”

Ian Knaggs
Ian Knaggs
Still Life & Product Photographer

“Photigy enhanced my overall photography skills; after studying, I can create images that I couldn't previously.”

Belisario Roldan
Belisario Roldan
Commercial Product Photographer

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