Running Time: 6 hrs including lunch break

Knowledge Tier: Intermediate

Nothing quite beats the spectacular look of a person photographed under studio lighting. The studio gives the photographer ultimate control over how to position their lights and model to achieve an infinite number of looks - from dark and moody character portraits to bright and quirky headshots. In this class we’ll cover the theory of lighting a human subject with studio flash and finish the session with a practical shoot of a professional model.

What you will learn:

• How to storyboard ideas for your photoshoot

• Camera settings for flash photography

• How to use off camera flash and modifiers

• Lighting theory such as ratios and light quality

• Colour calibration and management

• How to position lights to create shape and depth

• The classic three point lighting setup

• How to take portraits against different backgrounds

• How to shoot headshots, torso and full body portraits

• Composition, perspective and camera settings for portraits

• Editing tips for your final photo

What to bring:

• A digital camera

• A ‘portrait’ lens (50-135mm)

• A charged camera battery (with a spare one recommended)

• A blank memory card

• Some portrait photos which inspire you

What is provided:

• Lighting equipment

• Props and backgrounds

• Professional model

• Class notes