Portraits and Headshots - A to Z with Lexy
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## Workshop Invitation: Portrait and Headshot Lighting A to Z
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Ready to unlock the secrets to stunning studio portraits and professional headshots? Join us for an intensive hands-on workshop designed to demystify studio lighting and elevate your photography skills!
### What We'll Cover
This workshop is structured to progressively build your lighting knowledge, giving you immediate, practical experience:
- The One-Light Wonder: Master the fundamentals of light shaping and control using a single light source and a modifier. We'll focus on classic setups like Rembrandt and loop lighting to create depth and drama.
- Two Lights for Dimension: Introduce a second light (often a fill light or a hair/rim light) to soften shadows, add sparkle to the eyes, and separate the subject from the background.
- Three-Light Professional Setup: Learn the industry-standard three-point lighting configuration for maximum control and polish, perfect for professional headshots and commercial portraits. We'll explore using a dedicated background light for a clean, studio look.
- Hands-On Shooting Time: Plenty of time to apply what you've learned by shooting our experienced model, Lexy under each lighting setup.
### Benefits of Attending
- Conquer Studio Anxiety: Gain confidence working with strobe lighting and professional modifiers in a supportive environment.
- Immediate Practice: This isn't just a lecture! You'll spend the majority of the time actively setting up lights and taking photos.
- Small Group Size: Ensure personalized attention and ample one-on-one time with the instructor and equipment.
- Build Your Portfolio: Walk away with a variety of high-quality images of our model, Lexy Rose, captured under professional studio lighting.
### What You'll Learn
By the end of the workshop, you will be able to:
- Identify and control the key properties of light: quality (hard vs. soft), direction, and intensity.
- Master the setup and purpose of essential light modifiers (e.g., softboxes, octaboxes, beauty dishes, reflectors).
- Execute and troubleshoot classic one, two, and three-light studio setups for portraits and headshots.
- Pose and direct a model to create engaging and flattering images.
- Critically analyze light and shadow to solve common portrait lighting challenges.
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Spaces are limited to ensure a high-quality, hands-on experience!
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No special experience is needed. The event will be at the Merivale Studio which is well equipped with a nice selection of Godox studio flashes. You can use your own Godox flash trigger, or one will be provided. All you need to bring is a DSLR like camera with a standard hot-shoe.
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Our commitment is to foster an environment where respect and dignity prevail. We have a zero-tolerance policy for harassment; any such behavior will lead to immediate removal without a refund. Participants are urged to report any incidents to event coordinators, and rest assured, there will be no penalties for reporting. Compliance with this policy is expected from all Participants, who will be accountable for any breaches.
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Should the Meetup reach capacity, please leave a comment below to be added to the waitlist. This list ensures we can notify you if space becomes available. Additionally, it informs us of the event's popularity, aiding in future planning.
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