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THIS CLASS IS OFFERED THROUGH CAPITAL PHOTOGRAPHY CENTER, REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.
**PLEASE REGISTER WITH CAPITAL PHOTOGRAPHY CENTER, NOT MEETUP! https://capitalphotographycenter.com/classes/class/2025-10-04-getting-started-in-portraiture**

How do you capture the essence of a person in a single image? How can you manipulate light to produce an emotional response from the viewer? And, how do you evoke genuine expressions from your subject? In this hands-on portraiture class, we will explore it all.

We will cover the technical elements, as well as the motivation and the artistry, involved in producing meaningful portraits. Most importantly, we will explore how the collaborative relationship between subject and photographer can produce stunning results.

Join us and unleash your creativity, and learn how to produce high-quality, aesthetically pleasing portraits that leave a lasting impression.

  • Baseline camera settings for portraiture* (ISO, f/stop, shutter speed)
  • Composition techniques to enhance your images (hand placement, camera angle, filling the frame)
  • The do's and don'ts of posing to bring out the best in your subjects
  • Evoking genuine expressions to add emotion and depth to your portraits
  • Skillful control of light to achieve the desired mood and ambiance
  • Harnessing the power of natural window light for captivating portraits
  • Using continuous studio lights for seamless professional results
  • Techniques for manipulating shadows to achieve the desired effect
  • Correcting White Balance using a gray card in Lightroom for precise color accuracy

Unlock your true potential as a portrait photographer and create stunning images that stand out from the crowd.

*Participants will get the most out of this class if they have a solid understanding of exposure basics and are comfortable working in either Aperture Priority mode or Manual mode.

You might also enjoy our other Portrait and Lighting type classes

Questions can be directed to Marie Joabar at info@capitalphotographycenter.com.

Class Limit: 8-10

THIS CLASS IS OFFERED THROUGH CAPITAL PHOTOGRAPHY CENTER. Registration is required.
https://capitalphotographycenter.com/classes/class/2025-10-04-getting-started-in-portraiture

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