Are you ready to turn off that on-camera flash and learn how to find and create great portrait lighting?  In this fun and explorative two-day workshop, discover ways to find and utilize beautiful ambient light as a powerful photographic tool.  On the first day we will explore the subtle differences between good and bad light, as well as learn how to transform the quality of the light, on location at Disney Hall. This architectural gem offers endless opportunities to interact with the environment to create compelling location portraits with great light. The next day we will meet at JDPW, review the Disney Hall shoot, apply what was learned to the Hollywood environment, and introduce studio lights. Seeing light is one of the hardest photographic skills to learn, but by the end of the class you will literally see the world in a new light.

For the Disney Hall shoot, participants should consider traveling light as the group will be climbing up and down twisted interiors and exteriors. A camera body with a moderate telephoto is recommended. A 70-200mm zoom lens is ideal. Please do not bring tripods or monopods as they are not allowed at Disney Hall. On Saturday students will report directly to Disney Hall. The exact location complete with directions will be provided about one-week prior to the class start date.

Two-day workshop

Dates: Saturday and Sunday, July 13-14, 1-6 pm

Tuition: $315 + $50 model and equipment fee

Location: Saturday - Disney Hall in Downtown Los Angeles; Sunday - Hollywood and the surrounding area

Enrollment limit: 15 students

Skill/Experience level: A basic understanding of photography fundamentals is required.

2 Session(s)
Sat, Sun  1-6 pm,  July 13 - July 14

Instructor(s): Mark Harmel
Location: JDPW