Classes
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 pick my classes?
You will be able to register for classes IN THE SHUTTERFEST APP two weeks before the event (first come, first serve). The app is released about a month before ShutterFest. READ THE FAQ and/or monitor the private Facebook group for more details.
ShutterFest 2027 Classes
Create Dynamic Images That Sell
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Watch a live shooting and compositing demo where dramatic lighting, movement, posing, and creative compositing come together to create stunning dance, cheer, and gymnastics imagery.
Learn how to create bold, artistic images quickly and efficiently while increasing perceived value and sales. From lighting and posing to masking and compositing, you’ll see how to turn traditional volume photography into high-impact artwork that makes every athlete feel like a star.
What to Bring to Class:
Students can bring their cameras and record or take photos
FROM PORTRAITS TO PROFITS
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Breaking Into the World of Volume Photography
Ready to turn your portrait skills into a high-profit volume business? Step into the exciting world of dance, cheer, and gymnastics photography and learn how to successfully transition from portrait sessions to profitable volume photo days.
In this class, educator and volume photography expert Sheryl Bashore will walk you through the complete process — from setting up efficient photo days and marketing to studios and gyms, to pricing for profit, shooting with speed and consistency, and creating stunning images using both traditional portrait techniques and compositing.
You’ll learn how to create a streamlined workflow, elevate the client experience, and maximize sales while still delivering the polished, emotional images parents love. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to grow your business, this class will show you how to build a volume photography brand that is both creatively fulfilling and highly profitable.
What to Bring to Class:
Just need to bring something to take notes
Smoke, Gels and Magic
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Step into a live, hands-on shooting experience focused on creating dramatic, modern headshots for dance, cheer, and gymnastics athletes. Work with live models while learning how to use smoke, colored gels, creative masking, lighting, posing, and expression to create bold, eye-catching images that parents love to buy.
This high-energy class is all about creating magic in camera, elevating your headshots beyond basic volume photography, and learning how to create standout images that make every athlete feel confident, powerful, and unforgettable.
What to Bring to Class:
Bring camera for a hands on experience and portfolio building.