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Portraiture Workshop with Studio Lighting

Studio portrait photography workshop

In this engaging and hands-on Portraiture Workshop, participants will dive into the world of creative and fun portrait photography using professional studio lighting setups. Whether in pairs or small groups, teams will explore the art of creating compelling,…

Communication Skills Practice Cooperative Problem-Solving Creating Visual Art Creative Activity Group Activity Group Cocreation
Duration 75–90 min
Group Size 10–20

Workshop

Description

In this engaging and hands-on Portraiture Workshop, participants will dive into the world of creative and fun portrait photography using professional studio lighting setups. Whether in pairs or small groups, teams will explore the art of creating compelling, expressive portraits, learning how to master light, shadow, and composition while having fun and working as a group. The facilitator will guide participants through both technical elements (camera settings, lighting angles) and creative processes (posing, storytelling), ensuring everyone walks away with valuable skills for both personal and professional growth.

Benefits

1.Creative Skill Development
Participants will build a foundational understanding of portrait photography and lighting techniques, allowing them to feel confident in visual expression and photography tools. 2. Hands-On Learning Experience
Through practical application, participants gain experience creating professional-quality portraits, enhancing their technical knowledge of studio setups, composition, and lighting.
3. Team Collaboration & Problem-Solving
Working in pairs or small groups fosters teamwork, encouraging collaboration and creative problem-solving, which can improve communication and innovation in the workplace. 4. Confidence Boosting
As participants learn to direct and photograph portraits, they will gain confidence in their creative and technical abilities, both in front of and behind the camera.
5.Engaging & Fun
This interactive workshop not only strengthens professional skills but also encourages fun, creative expression and personal connection, offering a break from routine work tasks.

Additional Experience Info

If I tailor the workshop specifically for the client (e.g., based on internal challenges or industry), it will be 100 more. If extra printed materials, toolkits, post-session summaries, etc. are requested, this must be agreed upon beforehand. 10 to 20% discount for booking a series of workshops.

Hosted by Ingrid Guyon

About the Host

Ingrid Guyon is a French photographer, filmmaker, and participatory visual media practitioner and facilitator with nearly two decades of international experience. She is known for her commitment to social change through visual storytelling. She's the founding director of Fotosynthesis, a social enterprise she established in 2009 to harness photography, filmmaking, and community cinema for education, dialogue, inclusion, peacebuilding, and healing. Her creative participatory photography workshops involve body movement, group work, dialogue, self-expression, identity, visual ethics, storytelling, peace, mindfulness, and therapeutic and experimental processes to promote empathy, active listening, creativity, self-esteem, and cohesion.

Travel Locations

I am based between Zaragoza (Spain) and London (UK) and often work in Madrid and Barcelona. I can travel anywhere in Europe as long as the travel and accommodation costs are covered on top of my fees.

Focus Areas

Creative/CultureWell-being/Health

Location

London / Zaragoza / Madrid / Barcelona, United Kingdom

Languages

English, Spanish, French

Certifications & Credentials

Public Liability Insurance

Client Requirements

Thsi will depend on the workshop I offer

Past Clients

King;s College London, NHS, Belfast Exposed, Southbank Centre, Museum of London, Victoria & Albert Museum

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