Horizon: Headshot & Portraiture Mentorship with Kharen Hill (Hybrid Learning)
- Horizon: Headshot & Portraiture
April 20, 2026 - December 19, 2026
12:00 am
The Headshot & Portraiture track of Horizon prepares photographers to master controlled lighting, direct subjects with confidence, and deliver industry-ready portraits for corporate, actor, and personal branding clients.
Instructor: Kharen Hill
Tuition: Member Rate, $3,600 OR $450 per month for eight months; Non-Member Rate, $4,000 OR $500 per month for eight months. (Become a Member today and save!)
APA Los Angeles Members and APA San Diego Members: $3,600 OR $450 per month for eight months
Enrollment limit: 8 students
© Photo by Kharen Hill
About
Hybrid Learning
Horizon is an eight-month, industry-focused photography mentorship program at the Los Angeles Center of Photography designed to help emerging photographers build high-end portfolios, gain real-world experience, and confidently transition into professional, client-facing careers.
Headshot & Portraiture with Kharen Hill
The Headshot & Portraiture track is designed for photographers who want to master controlled lighting, efficient workflow, and confident subject direction. With a strong emphasis on studio and natural light techniques, participants learn how to create consistent, professional portraits across corporate, actor, and personal branding contexts. The track covers posing, expression coaching, retouching workflows, and client-facing business practices such as pricing, licensing, and delivery. Through hands-on assignments, critiques, and studio-based sessions, photographers build a polished, market-ready portfolio while developing the skills needed to run a streamlined portrait business.
The first session for this track is scheduled online (virtually) for Monday, April 20th, 7 pm – 9 pm. All subsequent sessions will be scheduled by the Kharen and the group.
Kharen Hill is a globally celebrated photographer and director known for her cinematic visual style and emotionally resonant storytelling. Working across entertainment, advertising, music, and fine art, Kharen has earned a reputation as a go-to image creator for world-renowned talent, studios, and brands.
Her award-winning work has appeared in TIME, Architectural Digest, People Magazine, and
The Hollywood Reporter, with clients including Disney, Warner Bros., Coca-Cola, Honda, and UNICEF. Her fine art series Out The Window has been exhibited internationally, with proceeds from select exhibitions supporting global humanitarian efforts.
A passionate educator and mentor, Kharen guest lectures at photography programs across North America and mentors emerging creatives in Los Angeles and Vancouver. She also teaches online and in-person classes with Develop Entertainment and donates time to the Sarah McLachlan Schools of Music and Goh Ballet School, expanding access to arts education for youth.
Kharen is excited to serve on the Board of APA (American Photographic Artists) and has held national leadership roles with CAPIC and Soapbox Women LA, advocating for representation, equity, and innovation across the creative sector.
Originally from New Zealand, Kharen travels the globe for assignments and splits her time between Los Angeles and Canada.
Details
- Dates: The first session for this track is scheduled online (virtually) for Monday, April 20th, 7 pm – 9 pm. All subsequent sessions will be scheduled by the Kharen and the group.
- Skill/Experience Level: Students should have a good working knowledge of their camera.
- Tuition: Member Rate, $3,600 OR $450 per month for eight months; Non-Member Rate, $4,000 OR $500 per month for eight months. (Become a Member today and save!)
- APA Los Angeles Members and APA San Diego Members: $3,600 OR $450 per month for eight months
- Location: Hybrid Learning, online via Zoom and in-person
A details email complete with the Zoom link will be sent to the attendees prior to the start date. If you have additional questions please email info@lacphoto.org.