Photographic Techniques
In this series of webinars we cover photographic techniques such as lighting, posing, camera craft and much more to help you take your photography to the next level.
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Stefanie Blochwitz Creative AI in Photography Merging Studio Portraits (2024 Advent Calendar Series)
Discover how to seamlessly blend studio portraits with AI-generated backgrounds to create stunning, unique images that wow your clients. Stefanie will share tips and tricks to harness AI creatively without losing your artistic touch!
Emma Jane – Tips on working with nervous and neurodivergent children (2024 Advent Calendar Series)
Emma will share essential tips and techniques for working with nervous and neurodivergent children, ensuring a positive and calm experience during photo shoots.
Storytelling is at the heart of photography! Join Hanna as she shares five creative techniques to craft powerful visual stories that AI simply can’t replicate.
Where to Start with Food Photography with Emma Dunham
If food photography baffles you and takes too much time, then join Emma Dunham who will show you how to take stunning photos of food with basic lighting, composition and styling techniques that create stunning images that make you drool.
You will learn to:
• LIGHT your food in the correct way that turns it from dull and unappealing to bright, mouth-watering and delicious.
• COMPOSE your image with the client and their story in mind, so it’s personal and relevant to the viewer.
• RECOGNISE why styling and composing an image to photograph is totally different than setting the table for a meal.
• HAVE EMOTIONAL EATING work for you when people crave what you photograph
• GET NOTICED by understanding how to market your images to the food industry
Outdoor Flash Made Simple with Panikos Hajistilly
Join Panikos Hajistilly in this webinar as he takes you through the essentials of outdoor flash and how to maximise your outdoor photography with simple techniques.
In this webinar we will cover
1) Some essential technicalities for understanding what type of flash to use and when.
2) What is HSS (High Speed Sync) and when to use it.
3) What settings to have your camera and flash on for low light and in sunlight.
4) What flash guns/heads do you really need?
5) What modifiers are best
6) Overpowering sunlight with flash – can it be done?
7) Are 2 hands enough? Hazards of working with flash outdoors
Going light with light! With David Hakamaki
Working with additional light sources is always desirable. However, equipment can weigh you down and make you less mobile. With minimal and easy to carry lighting equipment, you can still obtain stunning results and remain highly mobile. David Hakamaki, one of the US’s top business and portrait photographers, will discuss some fast and light lighting setups that will not break your back, your budget or your session speed.
Stripped Back Boudoir with Jane Allan
You don’t need a studio stuffed with expensive props and furniture. Posing and light are your superpowers to make your client look fantastic anywhere, anytime.
The Basics of Motorcycle Photography with Michelle Szpak LSWPP
A look at the world of motorcycle photography. Michelle will discuss how she lights her images, the locations she looks for, and hints and tips on getting the best from your automotive images.
Michelle has been a professional photographer for 16 years and started specialising in motorcycles in 2014. She is also an Ambassador for Elinchrom and The Flash Centre.
Families the simple way with Gary Hill FSWPP ASIFGP
Basic lighting and posing to get great family shots.
Fine Art Portraits – Get those details right with Gary Hill FSWPP
Looking at the fine art style of portraits and the issues that arise with them, and how to avoid those happening with attention to details.
The Simple Guide to Lighting & Posing with Sanjay Jogia FSWPP
Join Sanjay for a webinar on lighting and posing. Sanjay will show you simple yet beautiful posing and lighting techniques, that will ‘wow’ your clients and make you look like a hero every time. He will also cover why lighting and posing must work in tandem, so that you can achieve consistency in your style and quality, with an elegant and flattering approach that is easy to remember.
Mastering Black and White Portraits with Gary Hill FSWPP
In this webinar, Gary will show you how to create those images which stand the test of time and sit proud on the owner’s walls for years to come.
From initial styling, the choice of background, props which accentuate you will be shown how to create the environment which leads to portraits that sell.
You will then be taken through differing lighting setups which will allow you to shoot images which suit the sitter, provide them with flattering images which then are taken through the retouch process to create striking, stunning and most importantly saleable portraits.
Gary will also discuss the types of products that people want to purchase to ensure that the portraits you make sits on the wall as a legacy of your sitter and as a record of your work.
The Perfect Combo – Soothing Techniques and a Workflow that Works with Emma Kitchen
Emma will guide you through how she soothes babies using a variety of methods, and show you how to integrate your workflow to work alongside newborn behaviour.
Modern Lighting & Posing with Alison Carlino
Lighting and posing are truly two of the many factors that take your photography to the next level.
In this webinar Alison will cover:
- Define and discuss ambient light
- How to identify the QQCD of the existing light
- When do I need one light, two lights, or three lights?
- When do I need a speedlight vs a strobe & other gear talk…
- What do I attach on the outside of the light?
- What power level, position, and height should the light be at?
- Modern posing tips for couples and individuals
Let’s talk posing with Gary Hill FSWPP
A basic introduction to some of the simple ways you can engage your clients in poses that are complimentary to them.
Wedding Photography Express Masterclass with Steven Neeson ASWPP
Join Steven Neeson on his express wedding photography masterclass as he teaches and prepares you to shoot weddings with confidence. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just beginning, this masterclass is for you. Steven will teach you from experience and provide you with awesome information that is designed purely to help you grow as a photographer, but more importantly to make your customers experience massively better.
What you will learn on this webinar:
How to manage client expectations.
Creating a wedding day workflow that actually works.
How to live out your brand at weddings.
How to lead your clients professionally, without bossing.
What to do and where to be at the right time.
Why having the right gear is so important.
How to wow your clients with amazing signature photographs.
After Steven’s initial presentation there will be time for a Q&A.
Steven is known for not holding back on his workshops. This will not be a diluted version of Steven’s experience but simply a wealth of knowledge put to you on a plate. Pens and paper at the ready!
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Everything you should know about shutters but were afraid to ask! By Andrew Appleton
Ever wondered how a camera shutter works? It’s not as obvious as you think but knowledge is power and power means increased control for the photographer. Most modern cameras give you a choice: electronic or mechanical but how do you know which one you want? The electronic option has its advantages but also its limitations. Likewise, the mechanical shutter but it’s further complicated by the fact that there is more than one sort. And what happens when you use flash?
Each shutter type has its specific applications but you need to understand the differences if you are going to get the results you want. With the aid of clear diagrams and simple explanation, Andrew will tell you everything you need to know about shutters and exactly why you need to know it.
The Essential Guide to Wildlife Photography with Nick Dale
Join internationally-renowned wildlife photographer Nick Dale for this 1 hour webinar on the essential guide to wildlife photography. Nick has sold over 12,000 images to national and international media companies as well as private sales, held exhibitions and accumulated an array of awards for his wildlife photography.
Nick will cover what equipment is required, what to prepare, camera settings, what makes a good wildlife photograph and techniques to raise your wildlife photography to the next level.
What makes a great sports image with Terry Donnelly FSWPP
In this 1 hour webinar Terry will discuss and share with you what makes a great sports image.
The question, what makes a great sports image is commonly asked but rarely answered, so take this opportunity to find out from a working photographer.
Terry is a professional photographer working in top flight sports including Premiership Football and Super League Rugby. His work is regularly published in the press and in editorial in both print and online.
Walking with light with Damian McGillicuddy Grand Master Photographer FSWPP FSIFGP
An insight into the most precious of raw ingredients, from available light to multiple light setups
Create Awesome Wedding Stories with David Stanbury FSWPP
Join internationally recognised award-winning wedding photographer David Stanbury as he guides you through the art of capturing and presenting awesome wedding stories. From what lenses are best, how to get those candid shots to the ultimate way to show them that will bring in new clients. If you are serious about telling stories with your camera then this webinar is for you.
Simple Light, Great Results with Gary Hill FSWPP
In this webinar, you will be shown how to create amazing photographs with simple lighting patterns.
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