what: learning how to create artistic photographic portraiture with DSLR cameras, studio lighting, and using a professional model
where: Paul Mansfield's Home Studio
address: 365 Dellbrook Ave
when: 7-9 pm this Saturday evening, October 17th
what this tour is about: teaching the student the technique and art of portrait photography. This is a special tour where we will cover:
* portrait shooting techniques
* model styling**
* photo composition**
* studio lighting
* developing your own unique vision through photography
* working on teams as creative collaboration
**These are bonus areas not typically included in our lead off tours.
what you should get out of this training session:
* You will get the experience of creating your own unique portrait photography in a controlled lighting environment
* You will receive expert instruction from industry professionals
* You will have the chance to take photographs in teams, who will assist you in the technical, aesthetic & coordination required to create complete photo compositions
* You will experience on shoot process flow as it applies to working in small teams
* You will get the opportunity to photograph a professionally hired model who is hired to work with you
how much: 20. $ --
20. $ for the instruction, use of equipment, location
logistics, logistics, logistics
* we will provide a professional studio setting -- this is lighting, reflectors, fill-flash for at least Nikon & Canon (available), backdrop, seating, and tripod
* the model will sit for each student and some make-up will be applied for professionalism and the look and feel of the final print
* the student will be given a hand's on session, an assignment, and time to enough time to complete a basic portrait shooting
* once the student's cameras are set, we e encourage students to be creative with their images and enjoy the class as an artistic experience over all
what to bring:
your DSLR/SLR camera**
prime lens** like 35mm, 50mm 85mm with a maximum aperture such as 2.8, 1.8 or 1.4 are recommended -- and will give you a better depth of field effect when photographing people
Also, bring a couple of memory cards, enough battery power
* we will supply the tripod,lighting set-up, and backdrop
** fast prime lenses can be rented at Borrow Lenses.com
** This class is not designed for standard point and shoot cameras. Please bring a DSLR / SLR for this course.
special notes: There is a 4 student minimum, so please reserve in advance. The class fills up fast so get your spot as soon as you can.
cheers,
Paul Mansfield
*for any help with cameras and photographic equipment you might try Calumet Photographic in San Francisco
When will you be posting images from this event? I am highly interested in seeing what you and your students did on this evening.
ReplyDeleteTobe
ReplyDeleteI would say I will be posting images and student content this week. Tanks for your interest - also would like to hear your feedback.
stay tuned.
Paul