Classes

“In this specialized photography class, Paulina will teach photographers how to confidently create powerful, intentional portraits of exotic and unusual animal, other non-traditional pets that do not respond to standard posing commands. This class is designed for working with animals that cannot be directed in the same way as dogs or human models, yet still share a deep, meaningful connection with their owners.

Paulina will guide students through how to build entire portrait sessions around the animal’s natural behavior, energy, and presence, rather than trying to control or force movement. The focus is on observation, patience, preparation, and designing a shoot that embraces unpredictability while still producing refined, cohesive fine art imagery.

Students will learn how to:

Light exotic and unpredictable animals in a way that enhances texture, detail, and personality
Design compositions that work even with minimal movement or posing options
Build a full gallery of strong images despite limited interaction or direction from the animal
Create styling and set designs that support both the pet and the owner in a cohesive portrait
Work safely and calmly with unusual pets
Understand animal behavior cues to anticipate movement rather than control it
Direct owners in ways that strengthen connection without disturbing the animal
Prepare clients properly for a smooth, stress-free exotic pet session
Adapt quickly when animals do not follow expectations or remain still
Turn limitations into creative opportunities for fine art storytelling

Paulina will also cover essential safety practices for working with non-traditional animals, including handling awareness, environmental control, stress reduction for the animal, and creating a calm, controlled studio or on-location setup that prioritizes the wellbeing of both animal and human.

This class is about learning how to see beauty in unpredictability, and how to create meaningful, high-end portraits even when traditional posing and direction are not possible. Students will walk away with a new approach to photographing animals that are not “trained models,” but living, sensitive companions who still share powerful bonds with their humans.

Designed for photographers who want to expand beyond traditional pet photography, this class opens the door to a more intuitive, adaptive, and art-driven way of working with animals that are rare, misunderstood, or unconventional.”

“Step beyond photography and into the world of creative styling. This hands-on class is designed for photographers who want to elevate their shoots, create unforgettable concepts, and offer clients a luxury editorial experience without relying on expensive designer wardrobes.

In this immersive class, students will learn how to style and construct stunning gowns, dresses, and custom garments using simple, affordable materials like staplers, ribbon, safety pins, fabric manipulation techniques, and creative layering. Whether a piece is too small, too large, outdated, or incomplete, you’ll discover how to transform it into something extraordinary for the camera.

This class teaches photographers how to:

Build dramatic gowns and editorial looks from everyday materials
Adjust clothing sizes seamlessly for different body types
Make garments versatile so they can be reused across multiple themes and shoots
Style one piece in several unique ways for maximum portfolio variety
Create high-end visual impact on a budget
Develop signature styling techniques that make their work stand out

Students won’t just watch, they’ll create. This experience includes live hands-on styling and shooting opportunities, allowing participants to build real portfolio content during class. By the end of the class, photographers will walk away with professionally styled images ready to use for marketing, social media, websites, and attracting future clients.

The class also provides:

Complete shopping lists
Styling supply checklists
Creative direction tips
Portfolio-building experience
Real-world techniques photographers can immediately add as a premium service to their shoots

This is more than a styling class, it’s an opportunity to expand your artistry, increase your value as a photographer, and learn how to create breathtaking editorial imagery with creativity instead of costly resources.

Perfect for photographers, creatives, content creators, and visual artists ready to turn imagination into wearable art.”

“In this immersive fine art photography class, Paulina will teach photographers how to create emotional, impactful equine portraits that go far beyond simply photographing a horse and rider. Together, the class will explore how to capture the deep connection between horses and their humans, creating portraits where the horse is not treated as a prop, but as a beloved family member, companion, and individual with personality and presence.

This class focuses on storytelling through light, posing, styling, and intentional composition. Paulina will walk students through her full creative process: from designing a session around the horse’s unique appearance, movement, and personality, to creating balance and harmony between animal, human, wardrobe, and environment.

Students will learn:

Fine art lighting techniques for horses and people
Natural and guided posing that creates authentic connection
Styling choices that complement both horse and human
How to design cohesive portraits based on the horse’s color, build, and personality
Composition techniques that create emotional and visually balanced images
Reading equine behavior and capturing genuine moments
Essential equine safety practices for photographers, clients, and animals
How to plan and direct a successful equine portrait session from start to finish

The class will also cover the importance of patience, communication, and creating a calm environment where both horse and human feel comfortable and connected. Safety and preparation are a major part of working with horses, and Paulina will teach photographers how to confidently approach equine sessions with professionalism and respect for the animal.

This class is designed for photographers who want to create soulful, refined imagery that honors the relationship between horses and the people who love them.”