Potsdam photo course: The magic of portrait photography
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Light & shadow
Working with light and shadow makes the difference — painting with light, the appeal of portrait photography.
Learn to see light or use it correctly, dive into the exciting field of human photography.
Effects
The most inconspicuous props can make an entire portrait look different. I'll show you the variety of designs and how easy it is to use these tools.
Nature
Use nature as the most beautiful backdrop for yourself. Together we go out and find the most beautiful Pöätze to photograph.
How does this activity work?
- Getting to know
- Camera setting in relation to portrait photography
- Workflow with the model
- Working with natural light in the studio
- Fottime to practice - participants are their own models - learn how to empathize with the model
- Photo set with model
- Outdoor photo shoot
- Use of technology and reflectors
- Learn to shoot without tools
- “Keep it simple” image editing workflow
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At the beginning, we will discuss the special features of camera settings in portrait photography together in a small theoretical part.
I'll show you where we can create portraits anywhere. We work with tools such as the reflector and use a flash. I show many other tips and tricks to influence lighting and guide light. You take pictures of each other so that you can empathize more with the model later.
We play with depth of field and learn to “guide” the light. We'll start practicing how to use the model here. We quickly forget to communicate with the model because we are completely absorbed in our technology and the set.
Then we shoot the first sets with window light. Different sets and various options are available.
Before that, let's get ready in theory by practice, it won't be dry under any circumstances!
The photo review concludes the course.
Who should definitely take part?
You should be familiar with the camera's basic settings.
Are you missing the basics or could you brush them up? Then book the “HOW-WHAT-WHERE” workshop first.
Details to remember
What to bring?
camera, charged battery/s, empty memory card, existing accessories.
What is included?
- Wish list, manual, snacks, drinks & coffee/tea in the studio, equipment usage
- Notepad & pen for your notes
- Exclusive lunch (break along the way) and drinks along the way
- Pictures for private use
- BONUS: image feedback after the course
Simone Sevenich
passion
Simone doesn't leave the house without a camera, what could be more obvious than giving you inspiration?
