Classes

When I first started my photography business, I didn’t have the budget for high-end lights or a full studio. What I did have was a budget strobe, an umbrella, and a reflector, and a love for photography and making people look their best. With those simple tools, I built a headshot portfolio that attracted business professionals and actors—and it became the foundation of my career.

In this hands-on class, I’ll show you how to do the same. You’ll learn how to create professional-quality headshots with minimal gear, photograph real models, and walk away with portfolio-ready images. We’ll also cover the people side of headshots—because sometimes you’ll have just five minutes with a busy executive, while other times you’ll spend an hour with an actor.

To make this training real, you’ll be timed while photographing models, practicing how to work under pressure, connect quickly, and still deliver a great image. This also ensures every participant leaves with amazing shots for their own portfolio.

By the end, you’ll know how to:
Light and shoot professional business and actor headshots with one strobe, an umbrella, and a reflector.
Pose and direct clients for natural, confident expressions.
Adjust your approach when you have five minutes with a corporate client vs. an hour with an actor.
Connect with clients quickly so you get the best image possible, every time.
Set up fast, work efficiently, and deliver results that clients will pay for—without expensive gear.

What to Bring:
Camera & lens (85mm prime or longer — ideally a 70–200mm)
Trigger for strobes (if you have one)
Notebook for lighting setups & posing notes
This class is designed for beginners to headshot photography who want to start booking clients in the business or acting world. If you’ve ever thought, “I don’t have the gear to compete,” this class will prove that you do.