Still Life Photography with Ann Elliott Cutting (One session)
- Saturday
October 10, 2026
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
This one-day workshop will dive into still life photography through concept, lighting, styling and editing. The day will begin with a brief lecture and slide show of the many genres of still life photography to get inspired. We will then have a lighting demo and begin hands on creating images. Please bring props, there will be some provided for the demo as well. The topics in the demo include composition, product lighting , white on white, and black on black.
One Session
Tuition: $415, plus a $100 studio, model and equipment fee (Become a Member today and receive 5% – 20% off!)
Limited to 12 students.
© Photo by Ann Cutting
About
This one-day workshop will dive into still life photography through concept, lighting, styling and editing. The day will begin with a brief lecture and slide show of the many genres of still life photography to get inspired. We will then have a lighting demo and begin hands on creating images. Please bring props, there will be some provided for the demo as well. The topics in the demo include composition, product lighting , white on white, and black on black. We will discuss planning a successful shoot from idea to sketch to production and final edit. You will be encouraged to light with tungsten hot lights and natural light and learn about color temperature and quality of light. Professional and fine art uses of still imagery will also be discussed.
This class will allow you to explore and stretch your creative potential and help evolve your unique style and approach to shooting still life images. It is a great way to learn how to upgrade your website and Etsy shop or to add a new genre of work to your repertoire.
Please bring props, surfaces for backgrounds and a digital camera with tripod to the class.
Ann Elliott Cutting is an award winning editorial, conceptual advertising and fine art photographer. Ann’s images have appeared on the covers of Time, USNWR, Washington Post, Kiplinger, Science and on many album covers and book covers. Her client list includes Nike, Nikon, Lexus, Target, Lee, Pioneer, Kenwood, and Ashworth Golf. Her images have been published in Photo District News, Black and White Magazine, Communication Arts, Graphis, Rangefinder and Nikon World. Ann received a BA in Biochemistry and cell biology from UCSD and a BA in photography from Art Center College of design where she is currently on the faculty. Ann loves working with all formats, from Diana cameras to 8×10 and any lighting situation.
Details
- One Session
- Date: Saturday, October 10, 9 am – 5 pm
- Enrollment Limit: 12 students
- Skill/Experience Level: Students should have a working knowledge of their camera are encouraged to bring a Digital Single Lens Reflex (DSLR) or Mirrorless camera equipped with a hot shoe or sync connection.
- Tuition: $415, plus a $1o0 studio, model and equipment fee (Become a Member today and receive 5% – 20% off!)
- Location: Downtown Los Angeles (LACP Headquarters), 252 S. Los Angeles St., Los Angeles, California, 90012
- Nearby Lodging: The Miyako Hotel – 328 E. First Street Los Angeles, California, 90012, United States, The Double-Tree by Hilton Hotel, Los Angeles Downtown – 120 South Los Angeles Street, Los Angeles, California, 90012, USA
- Not Included: Meals, snacks, bottled water and transportation (to and from the workshop location). Students are encouraged to bring their own food or order from nearby restaurants. Ride share apps or public transit are recommended for those without transportation. Students will be notified of food and parking options in the area.