Classes

This lecture is a no-nonsense, candid guide to forging a successful career in the world’s most competitive creative market: New York City. As a photographer who made my own way from a small town in Mexico to the covers of top magazines, I will share the proven roadmap I followed to build my brand and career. This isn’t just theory—it’s the real-world strategy and mindset that will help you turn your dreams into a tangible reality.

What You Will Learn:
* Mindset and Strategy: Discover the essential shifts you need to make, from cultivating a winner’s mindset to building a portfolio that truly stands out.
* Creating a “Vogue-Worthy” Portfolio: Learn the difference between a good image and an exceptional one, and the importance of having a concise, high-impact body of work that grabs the attention of editors and agencies.
* Networking and Team Building: Master the art of networking without feeling awkward. I’ll share my simple and effective strategies for making meaningful connections, building a reliable creative team, and perfecting the art of the pitch.

This is more than a lecture; it’s a masterclass in strategy and self-belief. You will leave with an actionable plan, a clear understanding of what it takes to succeed, and the confidence to take your career into your own hands.

What to Bring:
Attendees are encouraged to bring a notebook and a pen to take notes. This is a lecture and discussion-based class, so no photography equipment is required.

In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn to “paint with light” using the most accessible and powerful tool available: sunlight. I will teach you my unique methods for creating extraordinary, editorial-quality images that are an explosion of color, all using a simple and practical tool: colored plexiglass. This is more than a technical lesson; it’s a deep dive into using color as a powerful storytelling tool.

What You Will Learn:
* Creative Color Techniques: We’ll begin by dissecting some of my previous work, revealing the exact techniques I’ve used for covers and editorials for magazines like Vogue and Harper’s Bazaar.
* Hands-On Practice: The workshop then becomes a live, hands-on experience. With a professional model and my full guidance, you will apply these techniques to create your own unique and colorful images.
* A New Perspective: This workshop is for photographers ready to break free from conventional lighting and inject their work with bold, creative energy. You’ll leave with a new perspective on lighting, a mastery of color, and a portfolio of truly unforgettable images.

What to Bring:
Please bring your camera and a lens. This is an outdoor workshop and will utilize natural sunlight, so no additional lighting equipment is required. Please come prepared to work outside.

This presentation is a deep dive into the power and versatility of a single light source, proving that world-class results don’t require an elaborate setup. Join me for an exclusive live demonstration where I’ll reveal how I’ve used just one strobe to shoot several Vogue and Harper’s Bazaar covers and editorials. This is your time to learn to do more with less.

What You Will Learn:
* Principles of Single-Strobe Lighting: Witness a live demonstration with a professional model as I challenge the idea that more gear equals better photos.
* Techniques for High-Fashion Lighting: Learn my proven techniques for manipulating a single light to create a glossy, dramatic, and high-fashion feel—perfect for fashion and beauty editorials.
* Light Shaping and Control: Master the fundamental principles of light shaping, placement, and control, and see how a single light can be used to tell a multitude of visual stories.

This is a masterclass in creativity and efficiency, demonstrating that your vision and technical skill are the most important tools you own. You will leave with a mastery of fundamental lighting principles and the confidence to create striking, professional images with minimal gear.

What to Bring:
Attendees are encouraged to bring a notebook and a pen to take notes. This is a lecture and demonstration-based class, so no photography equipment is required.