Whether you are a studio photographer or you specialize in on-location photography, this workshop can benefit you.  We will talk about good lighting, bad lighting, and different styles, and ways to achieve these looks.  So if you have been interested in strobist stuff, dramatic lighting, or just how to use window light and make it look like a million bucks - this is the workshop for you!

This workshop is 1/3 lecture and 2/3 workshop aka shooting. We’ll cover the basics about different lighting techniques.  You’ll learn how to place your subject in the light so that its both beautiful and flattering.  We’ll also discuss more funky types of lighting that can showcase attitude and emotion (perfect for seniors and funky brides!)

We will be covering the following content:

• How to Use Window Light
• On Camera Flash - Perks and Drawbacks
• Flattering Lighting for Men
• Beautiful Lighting for Women
• Basic Technical Techniques - aka figuring out how to use your camera (ISO, DOF, flash, etc)
• Adding Attitude with Light
• Basics of Ghetto Lighting
• Strobist Basics (using off camera flash)
• Hot Lights and other Continual Light Sources
• Basics of Shadows and Light
• Basics of Dramatic Lighting
• Basics of Classical Lighting
• Retro Lighting  Basics (Golden Age of Hollywood, etc)
• Model will be provided

The Basics of Lighting Photography Workshop was created to allow photographers to learn about different types of lighting and when to use them. You’ll find it a fun beginner class. This is a BASIC level class. The only recommendation is that you have a DSLR camera. This is a good workshop to learn how to take your work to the next level.  There are very few exceptional photographers who rely solely on natural light.  When you understand how these other light sources work (combined with a proper exposure) you can see a major difference.  All of the images on this post were taken with different lighting sources/ methods.

During the workshop photographers will have the opportunity to shoot a model with different types of lighting mentioned above.  During the day there will be on-going speaking and opportunity for Q&A.

This workshop is a BEGINNER level class which means newBs are welcome.

BASICS OF LIGHTING PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP:

Date: August 1, 2010

Location: 4431 Loop 322 Abilene, TX 79602

Instructor: Mike or Holly

Time: 1:00pm-4:00pm

Investment: $149 per person, click here to register for this workshop only.

DISCOUNT: Purchase the Class Pass Pak and get all 3 Summer Basics Workshops for only $99 each!

Please note: Workshops are 1st come 1st served. When the class is full, no more students will be admitted. Any and all funds will be returned if you enroll after the class has reached capacity. Due to the nature of this event, it is non-refundable, non-transferable. If the event is canceled by Belle’s, all registration fees will be refunded. In the case of inclement weather, please contact the studio for updates.