Photography Workshop – Portrait Fundamentals: Light, Posing and Composition

Master natural light portrait photography using any camera – from DSLR to smartphone. This hands-on workshop teaches practical techniques you can use immediately to create compelling portraits anywhere.

What You’ll Learn:

• Natural Light Mastery: Work with window light, golden hour, overcast skies, and even harsh midday sun
• Flattering Posing: Position subjects of all ages and body types for confidence and natural expression
• Professional Composition: Apply rule of thirds, leading lines, and framing techniques that elevate your images
• Problem-Solving: Handle challenging lighting and uncooperative subjects with confidence

The workshop includes live demonstrations, partner practice sessions with instructor feedback, and a final shooting exercise with group critique.

You’ll Walk Away Able To:

• Assess and use any natural light situation effectively
• Pose anyone for flattering, natural-looking portraits
• Compose stronger images that draw the viewer’s eye
• Troubleshoot common portrait problems on the spot
• Create professional-quality portraits with whatever camera you own

Prerequisites: Basic camera operation or smartphone photography comfort