Classes

Step into the frame and unlock a new layer of creativity. If the thought of being both photographer and model makes you want to back out, you’re in the right place… this is where growth (and magic) happens!

In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to execute self-portraits that help place you in your clients’ position and also provide a creative release. You will be guided through practical techniques for camera setup, lighting, styling, and posing, then show you how to infuse those portraits with personal storytelling and creative flair.

This is your chance to practice live during the session, experiment with different approaches and leave with images that are both portfolio-worthy and deeply personal. Whether you want to refine your skills, spark new inspiration, or simply see yourself through your own lens, this is the opportunity to gain and practice the tools and guidance to create self-portraits that truly resonate.

Your portfolio should tell the story of more than just your technical skill, it should show the range of people you can confidently and beautifully photograph. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to expand your portfolio with portraits that reflect diversity and inclusion in a genuine, impactful way.

Together, we’ll explore how to collaborate with subjects from different backgrounds, how to style and direct in ways that honor individuality, and how to build trust so your images feel authentic rather than staged. You’ll have the opportunity to shoot live during the session, walking away with fresh portfolio pieces that showcase your versatility.

By the end, you’ll not only have new images to strengthen your portfolio, but also the tools and some experience to continue creating portraits that celebrate every face and every story.

Step into a creative playground where no two images are the same. In this hands-on session, you won’t just watch a portrait come together, you’ll be part of the process. Starting with a mood board built from words, colors, and inspiration, we’ll collaborate as a group to design a scene, experiment with backdrops and props, and bring a few concepts to life in real time.

Almost every decision will unfold with your input, making this a unique, exciting experience where we see where inspiration takes us. You’ll get behind the camera to capture your own take on the concept, walking away with unique, portfolio-worthy images that no one else has.

This isn’t about following a formula, it’s about sparking creativity, working together, and discovering how much more powerful your portraits can be when you let imagination lead the way.