Introduction to Portrait Photography (Face to Face)

This intensive hands-on workshop provides a comprehensive introduction to portrait photography, covering both the technical and artistic aspects of capturing compelling portraits. Through a mix of theory, practical exercises, and guided shoots, participants will gain the skills and confidence needed to create stunning portraits. From mastering lighting and composition to effectively working with models, this course will help you take your portrait photography to the next level. Method of Teaching 📍 Face-to-face, onsite classroom learning with hands-on practice (with a model) and instructor guidance. An amazing opportunity to start building your portfolio. What You’ll Learn By the end of this workshop, you will: 📷 Understand the fundamentals of portrait photography – camera settings, equipment, and essential tools. 💡 Master lighting techniques – effectively use natural and artificial light for different portrait styles. 🎨 Apply composition principles – create visually appealing and impactful portraits. 🗣️ Direct and communicate with models – guide subjects to achieve desired poses and expressions. 📸 Explore different styles – develop a personal creative approach to portrait photography. 🔧 Overcome common challenges – handle difficult lighting, uncooperative subjects, and other portrait photography hurdles. 🖥️ Enhance your portraits – understand post-processing techniques (demonstration included). Who Should Attend? This course is designed for anyone with a basic understanding of photography who wants to develop strong portrait photography skills. What to Bring 📸 Camera: DSLR or Mirrorless with a hot shoe (for flash trigger) or PC socket (for studio flash) 📸 Lens: Minimum 50mm focal length (e.g., 18-55mm, 24-70mm, 24-105mm); 70-100mm preferred 📸 Tripod: Limited units available for sharing; bringing your own is recommended 📸 Compact Flash (Optional): If you have one, bring it for hands-on exercises Exclusive Benefits for Participants ✔️ Certificate of Completion ✔️ Lifetime Free Refresher – Retake the course for free (space permitting) ✔️ Alumni Discount on future courses

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