Master Lighting for Headshots with Damian McGillicuddy – A Recap
The Society of Photographers recently hosted an exclusive Taster Evening with renowned portrait photographer Damian McGillicuddy, focused on mastering lighting for professional headshots. The event took place on Wednesday 27th August 2025 at Phoenix House, Widnes, Cheshire, and was fully booked with 10 enthusiastic delegates.
Damian opened the evening by saying:
“If you want to be a better photographer, you need to understand and be able to manipulate light without compromise.”
And that’s exactly what delegates experienced.
What Attendees Learned
The session covered the essentials of three-point lighting, techniques to avoid common mistakes, and tips for helping subjects feel comfortable and confident in front of the camera. The evening blended theory and practical, with expert demonstrations, allowing photographers to immediately put new skills into practice.
Rave Reviews from Delegates
The seminar received glowing feedback from attendees:
Simon Watkins – 29 Aug 2025
“I was curious to find out how much information could be gleaned from this 2.5-hour evening. The answer is, a hell of a lot, especially when delivered by Damian McGillicuddy. A very worthwhile experience—well worth the money.”
David – 29 Aug 2025
“An excellent evening. Learned so much from Damian … lots to try out, experiment with, and practice. Thank you so much.”
Walter Reynolds – 28 Aug 2025
“First time and not my last visit to his studio. Damian provided a step-by-step walkthrough with real-life examples. All questions were fully answered.”
Customer
“Best £30 pounds I’ve ever spent. This guy really knows his stuff and can answer any question.”
A Sold-Out Success
With only 10 spaces available, this intimate session sold out quickly, demonstrating the high demand for Damian’s expertise and the Society’s hands-on, photography seminars.
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