Classes
Union Station provides the perfect backdrop for hands-on learning and spacious classrooms for lecture and live demo classes. With over 100 classes, there’s something here for everyone!
How do I pick my classes?
You will be able to register for classes IN THE SHUTTERFEST APP two weeks before the event (first come, first serve). The app is released about a month before ShutterFest. READ THE FAQ and/or monitor the private Facebook group for more details.
ShutterFest 2027 Classes
Flash in a Flash: OCF Made Easy
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Off-camera flash does not have to feel complicated. In this fast-paced, hands-on class, Andre Brown simplifies off-camera flash and teaches photographers how to create clean, professional lighting quickly and confidently in real-world shooting situations.
Attendees will photograph live models while learning practical lighting setups designed for weddings, portraits, and fast-moving environments. From harsh sunlight to dramatic indoor scenes, this class focuses on simple techniques that deliver immediate results without overcomplicating the process.
Whether you are new to flash or looking to improve consistency and speed, this class will help you build confidence with off-camera lighting in a way that feels approachable and easy to apply.
You’ll Learn:
– Simple off-camera flash setups that work anywhere
– How to balance flash with ambient light
– Fast lighting techniques for weddings and portraits
– Creating dramatic images with minimal equipment
– How to light confidently in difficult conditions
– Real-world workflow and positioning techniques
What to Bring to Class:
Camera(s) and Lens(es) only. Students may bring Westcott Triggers if they have them
Mastering Mood with Constant Light
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Step into the world of cinematic portrait photography and learn how to create powerful, emotion-driven images using constant light sources. In this hands-on shooting class, Andre Brown breaks down how to shape light, control shadows, and build atmosphere using LED and continuous lighting setups that photographers can recreate in real-world environments.
Attendees will photograph live models while learning how to create dramatic editorial-style portraits using simple lighting techniques, intentional light placement, color, depth, and movement. Whether you shoot weddings, portraits, or content creation, this class will help you create images that feel more polished, modern, and emotionally impactful.
You’ll Learn:
– How to create cinematic mood with constant light
– Hard light vs soft light techniques
– Using shadows intentionally for depth and drama
– Lighting setups for luxury and editorial portraits
– How to create multiple looks with minimal gear
– Real-world techniques for fast-paced shoots
What to Bring to Class:
Camera(s) and Lens(es) only:
The Art of Editorial Wedding Portraits
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Go beyond traditional wedding photography and learn how to create bold, modern, editorial-style portraits that stand out. In this live shooting class, Andre Brown teaches attendees how to direct couples, build intentional compositions, and create luxury-inspired wedding imagery with confidence.
Attendees will work with live couples while learning posing, movement, lighting, framing, and creative direction techniques designed to elevate wedding portraits into magazine-worthy imagery. This class focuses on creating authentic connection, dramatic visuals, and high-end results in real wedding-day environments.
Perfect for wedding photographers looking to modernize their work, strengthen their portfolio, and create images that attract higher-end clients.
You’ll Learn:
– Editorial-inspired posing and direction
– Creating natural movement and connection
– Composition techniques for high-end imagery
– How to create luxury wedding portraits in any environment
– Using light intentionally for depth and drama
– Building a more modern and elevated portfolio
What to Bring to Class:
Camera(s) and Lens(es) only: