Building on foundational skills, this intermediate-level weekend-intensive course deepens students’ technical and creative fluency in studio lighting. Through hands-on exercises and advanced techniques, participants will explore lighting tools, multi-light setups, and visual storytelling across portraiture, still life, and product photography.
Intermediate Studio Lighting with Hugh Kretschmer (In-Person Learning – Six Sessions)
Building on foundational skills, this intermediate-level course deepens students’ technical and creative fluency in studio lighting. Through hands-on exercises and advanced techniques, participants will explore lighting tools, multi-light setups, and visual storytelling across portraiture, still life, and product photography.
In this two-day workshop we will concentrate on using chiaroscuro lighting while working with nude models on location in a beautiful modern home. A follow-up online critique session will follow.
In this full-day workshop, veteran editorial, advertising, and music photographer Andrew Southam guides participants beyond technique into the heart of portrait photography: genuine connection. Through discussion, presentation, demonstration, and hands-on practice—both physical and interpersonal—attendees will explore new artistic and personal territory.
Photographing and Lighting Models with Ian Spanier (Hybrid Learning – Two Sessions)
Learn to photograph and light models in a fun, hands-on studio setting with Ian Spanier. This one-day class is perfect for photographers looking to gain experience working with models—no lighting experience needed.
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Portrait Studio Lighting: A One-Day Workshop with F. Scott Schafer (In-Person Learning – One Session
This one-day studio lighting course is designed as a basic introduction to lighting portraits in a controlled studio environment.
Introduction to Studio Lighting with Hugh Kretschmer (In-Person Learning – Six Sessions)
In this workshop, students will gain a solid foundation of studio lighting and practical knowledge of light. Working hands-on with the equipment, participants will learn how to select the proper light source for their subjects whether shooting portraits, still life or product.
Product Photography with Hugh Kretschmer (In-Person Learning – One Session)
This intensive one-day workshop is designed to give photographers a strong foundation in product photography using studio lighting. Whether you’re a content creator, small business owner, or emerging commercial photographer, you'll learn the essential techniques needed to light and shoot a variety of consumer goods with confidence.
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Introduction to Studio Lighting with Hugh Kretschmer (In-Person Learning – Six Sessions)
In this workshop, students will gain a solid foundation of studio lighting and practical knowledge of light. Working hands-on with the equipment, participants will learn how to select the proper light source for their subjects whether shooting portraits, still life or product.
Fashion Studio Lighting: A One-Day Intensive with Amanda Rowan (In-Person Learning – One Session)
Dive into the dynamic world of fashion photography in this one-day, in-person workshop with internationally acclaimed photographer Amanda Rowan. Through hands-on studio work and creative direction, you'll explore lighting, styling concepts, and model collaboration to elevate your fashion imagery.