Classes

Dance photography is more than freezing movement — it’s about capturing emotion, energy, tension, elegance, and storytelling in a single frame. In this immersive hands-on class, photographers of all skill levels will learn how to transform dancers into cinematic works of art using intentional lighting, movement, and composition. Whether you’re new to off-camera flash or looking to push your creativity further, this class will help you see light differently and use it with purpose.

Throughout the class, we’ll break down how to shape, sculpt, and direct light to enhance motion and emotion while creating powerful visual narratives. Attendees will learn how to use lighting not only to illuminate a subject, but to create atmosphere, depth, drama, and storytelling that elevates dance photography beyond simple action shots. From bold shadows and directional light to color gels, silhouettes, freeze motion techniques, and layered lighting setups, you’ll discover how creative lighting can completely transform the mood and impact of an image.

This class will include live demonstrations and guided shooting opportunities with dancers, allowing attendees to immediately apply what they learn in real time. We’ll cover techniques for photographing fluid movement, timing motion with light, posing and directing dancers for stronger storytelling, and creating dynamic compositions that feel alive and emotionally connected.