Mastering Portraits with One Light Workshop
Discover the art of portrait photography using just one light. Through hands-on practice, learn how to shape light, create depth and shadows, and capture stunning portraits with a professional look, all while enhancing your creativity and lighting skills.
What awaits you
You will be introduced to the fundamentals of portrait lighting, learning how to use a single light source to create depth, mood, and dimension in your images. The session will cover light positioning, shadow control, and techniques to achieve different portrait styles. Expect hands-on practice, live demonstrations, and expert guidance to help you understand how light shapes your subject and how to create professional-looking portraits with confidence.
What you should bring
- Bring your Canon camera (the one you own or recently bought) so you can practice hands-on during the session
- Fully charged battery and memory card so you’re ready to shoot without interruption
- Any additional lenses you have, if you’d like to experiment with different styles
- Camera manual (optional) for quick reference during learning
- Notebook or digital device for taking notes
- And most importantly, bring your excitement to explore, experiment, and have fun with photography!
Learning Objective
By the end of this workshop, you will understand how to use a single light source to create compelling portraits. You will learn to control light direction, manage shadows, and experiment with different lighting techniques to achieve a variety of moods and styles. The goal is to build your confidence in portrait lighting and equip you with practical skills to create visually striking, professional-looking portraits.
