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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 register for a class?
You will be able to select classes IN THE SHUTTERFEST APP two weeks before the event (first come, first serve). READ THE FAQ and/or monitor the private Facebook group for more details.

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Specialty: Boudoir

Boudoir on a Budget: Creative Hacks for Stunning Shots without Breaking the Bank

Speaker: Margo Franklyn (Website) (Social Media)

Live Demonstration   

Beginner, Intermediate   

Who says you need fancy equipment to capture breathtaking boudoir shots? In this session, we will demonstrate budget-friendly tips, tricks, and DIY hacks for achieving professional-quality results on a shoestring budget.

Specialty: Boudoir

Click to Confidence: Get Comfortable with Lighting and Posing

Speaker: Margo Franklyn (Website) (Social Media)

Hands-On   

Beginner, Intermediate   

Elevate your boudoir photography with some of my secret tips and tricks on using constant lighting and perfecting posing techniques that sales. This hands-on class, I will guide you through the essentials of using continuous light equipment to enhance your images and create a consistent, flattering look. Come learn how to direct your clients into poses that highlight their best features, ensuring they feel comfortable and confident in front of the camera.

Specialty: Boudoir

Secure the Bag: Creating an Unforgettable Client Experience to Maximize Your Earning$$$

Speaker: Margo Franklyn (Website) (Social Media)

Lecture   

Beginner, Intermediate   

Unlock the secrets to maximizing your earnings by delivering an unforgettable client experience. From the first consultation to the final product delivery, discover how to provide exceptional service that leaves a lasting impression. Learn how to add personalized touches, create a luxurious atmosphere, and exceed client expectations at every step. This session will provide you with the strategies to build a loyal client base, generate rave reviews, and ensure clients are eager to invest in your premium offerings.

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SKILL LEVELS

Beginner: Just starting out or relatively new to a given subject matter. Basics will be covered and the course will move at a slower pace. The instructor will spend a little more time trying to explain concepts to ensure everyone is following. On a scale of 1-10 consider this level a 1-3 on the given topic.

Intermediate: Has a grasp of some basic concepts. This course level will move at a faster pace and assume you have basic knowledge covered on the given subject matter. On a scale of 1-10 consider this level a 4-6 on the given topic.

Advanced: You have working knowledge of the given subject matter, but are looking for more fine-tuning and some advanced topics to take your work to that next level. DO NOT expect instructors to explain basic concepts in this course. On a scale of 1-10 consider this level a 7-10 on the given topic.

Class Types

Hands-On

These are shooting courses. You will be shooting and working. Bring your camera, gear, or whatever you need for the course and to create create images. Expect to have some level of shooting.

Live Demonstration

These are instructor-led courses where you will see a live demonstration of what the instructor is teaching. You can still bring your camera to these courses and you can photograph, but the goal of the course is NOT for you to shoot or to ensure you get a shot. The goal is for you to see how and why the instructor does what he/she does in order to get the final result.

Lecture

These are non-shooting courses. Typically classroom-based, bring your laptop and notepad and focus on learning!