About this Event
Astronaut Studio Session: A Surreal Cinematic Photo Experience
Step inside a fully immersive, cinematic studio environment where imagination takes the lead and reality fades away.
This special Astronaut Studio Session invites photographers, creatives, and visual storytellers into an otherworldly experience featuring Karen's amazing astronaut character inside her iconic Manchester studio. Designed for photographers of all skill levels, this session blends set design, character-driven storytelling, and hands-on shooting in a way that feels both playful and deeply cinematic.
If you’ve ever wanted to photograph something that looks like it came straight out of a movie still, album cover, or dream sequence — this is for you.
What Makes This Session Different
This is not a typical workshop or lecture. There is no classroom, no slideshow, and no rigid instruction. Instead, this experience is about exploration, instinct, and collaboration.
You’ll be photographing Karen in her space suit in her sets, allowing for:
- Narrative-driven compositions
- Emotional interaction between the character and environment
- Scale, contrast, and visual tension
- Stillness vs motion, isolation vs connection
The astronaut is fully styled and lit to blend seamlessly into the studio’s surreal environments. You’ll have time to move freely, experiment with angles, shoot wide or tight, and develop your own visual language within the scene.
Karen will be actively engaged — adjusting poses, offering creative prompts, and helping shape moments organically, rather than staging stiff or repetitive shots.
The Studio Environment
Karen’s Manchester studio is known for its hand-built sets, textured surfaces, cinematic lighting, and retro-futuristic atmosphere. Every corner is designed to feel like a discovered world rather than a constructed backdrop.
Expect:
- Carefully layered lighting with cinematic color tones
- Physical textures, props, and environments that photograph beautifully in-camera
- Space to move, crouch, climb, and compose without crowding
- A creative energy that feels more like a film set than a classroom
Nothing is rushed. Nothing is over-directed. The goal is to create images that feel personal, emotional, and distinctly yours.
Who This Is For
This experience is designed for:
- Photographers (digital or film)
- Visual artists and content creators
- Cinematic storytellers
- Anyone looking to break out of creative ruts
- Creatives who learn best by doing, not watching
You do not need advanced technical skills. You do need curiosity, openness, and a willingness to experiment.
Whether you’re building a portfolio, feeding your creative soul, or just want to make something strange and beautiful — you belong here.
What You’ll Walk Away With
- A full card of unique, cinematic images
- Access to a rare dual-character astronaut setup
- Hands-on experience shooting in a curated environment
- Fresh inspiration and creative momentum
- A shared experience with like-minded creatives
Many past attendees have used images from these sessions for:
- Portfolio updates
- Gallery submissions
- Album artwork
- Editorial pitches
- Social media features
Important Notes
- Bring your own camera (any system welcome)
- Tripods allowed
- Film shooters welcome
- Comfortable shoes recommended
- Limited spots to ensure space and creative flow
- PLEASE BRING WEATHER APPROPRIATE CLOTHING- ITS WINTER!
The Vibe
This is a collaborative, relaxed, and encouraging environment. There’s no pressure to “get the shot” and no competition for angles. We move together, pause often, and give everyone space to create.
Expect curiosity from passersby, unexpected moments, and a sense of shared discovery.
Why Astronauts?
The astronaut represents curiosity, isolation, hope, exploration, and wonder — themes that resonate deeply in visual storytelling. Shooting them in grounded, human-made spaces creates powerful contrast and emotional tension that elevates imagery beyond novelty.
This session is about more than a costume. It’s about story, mood, and meaning.
If you’re craving something different — something cinematic, playful, and creatively nourishing — this studio session offers a rare chance to step into another world and make work that feels alive.
Come curious. Leave inspired.
Spaces are limited, and these sessions typically sell out.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Morgan Self Storage Building, 400 Bedford Street, Manchester, United States
USD 44.52
