Classes

In today’s market, brands don’t just need photos—they need full content packages. From lifestyle branding campaigns to product imagery and cinematic promos, modern photographers must be able to deliver both stills and motion seamlessly.

This advanced-level, hands-on class will teach you how to assess a company’s media needs and capture it all in one efficient shoot. We’ll move fast, working through branding portraits, lifestyle imagery, product photography, and short-form promotional video to show you how to create a complete content library for small to medium-sized businesses.

What you’ll learn:
How to evaluate and plan for a brand’s content needs
Streamlined workflows for hybrid photo + video production
Lighting with continuous sources (no triggers required)
Lens selection strategies for portraits, products, and lifestyle coverage
How to deliver stills and a polished commercial promo from one shoot

Class format: This session will begin with a live demonstration, then transition into hands-on shooting. Together, we’ll capture both a real product and real subjects—giving you practical experience you can immediately apply to your own client work.

What to bring:
Camera body
Mid-zoom & portrait lens (macro optional)

Skill Level:
Advanced — attendees must have a strong grasp of the exposure triangle, lens choice, and lighting fundamentals, and be able to make in-camera adjustments and setting changes quickly on the fly.

By the end of this class, you’ll know how to confidently capture and deliver the versatile media today’s brands demand—positioning yourself as a one-stop creative partner for commercial clients.

Step into the world of bold, cinematic boudoir and glamour photography where shadows, color, and confidence collide. In this intermediate-to-advanced, hands-on class, you’ll learn how to shape dramatic light, avoid unflattering angles, and create powerful, mood-driven imagery worthy of the term “bombshell.”

We’ll explore how to use hard shadows, bold color, and constant lighting to craft striking portraits that mix glamour, boudoir, and fashion-forward style. Along the way, you’ll gain insight into the decision-making process behind modifier choices and gel applications—so you not only capture stunning images but also understand why the lighting works.

What you’ll learn:
How to avoid unflattering light and shooting angles
Creating drama with hard shadows and bold colors
Using constant lighting for both consistency and mood
Modifier and gel choices for building atmosphere
How to capture glamour/boudoir models with confidence
Class format: This session will be hands-on, giving you the chance to capture glamour and boudoir imagery for your own portfolio while practicing techniques live with models.

What to bring:
Camera body
Fast zooms & mid-range zooms

Skill Level:
Intermediate to Advanced — attendees must have a strong grasp of the exposure triangle, lens choice, and lighting fundamentals, and be able to make in-camera adjustments and setting changes quickly on the fly.

Expect to walk away with not only striking portfolio-ready content, but also a deeper understanding of the creative lighting decisions that make bombshell glamour photography stand out.

This beginner-friendly class takes a no-nonsense look at the gear it really takes to shoot weddings and events successfully. Forget the hype—this session will break down the difference between what you need and what you just want in your kit.

We’ll cover the essentials, from cameras and lenses to lighting and grip gear, while also discussing the pros and cons of first-party vs. third-party gear options. Expect an open, practical conversation designed to help you make smarter buying decisions, pack lighter, and focus on the tools that actually get the job done.

By the end of this class, you’ll know exactly what belongs in your bag when stepping into the fast-paced world of wedding and event photography.