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.
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.
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.