About this Event
(Earlybird price until September 16th, then price will increase)
Ever walk into a studio and think, “Okay…now what?”
This workshop is designed to help you feel comfortable creating in a studio without overthinking every light, pose, or camera setting.
Model & Lighting Photography Workshop
Join photographer and educator Sara Abbassi for a hands-on studio photography workshop at Palm Studio in West Palm Beach.
This workshop is designed for photographers who want to practice studio portrait photography, lighting, and posing while photographing a professional model.
You'll rotate through 3 different lighting setups, with Sara demonstrating each setup and explaining how to recreate the look.
WHAT YOU'LL SHOOT
3 Creative Lighting Setups
✦ Setup 1 — Beauty Light
Create clean, flattering portraits using a beauty-focused lighting setup.
✦ Setup 2 — Light & Shadow
Learn how to create dramatic portraits with directional light and intentional shadows.
✦ Setup 3 — Editorial / Creative Light
Experiment with a more dramatic editorial look using creative lighting techniques.
For each setup, you'll learn:
- How to position your light
- How to modify the quality of light
- Camera settings and exposure
- How to position and pose your model
- How to create different looks from the same setup
HANDS-ON SHOOTING
After each demonstration, you'll have time to photograph the model yourself.
Sara will be shooting alongside you and providing real-time guidance on lighting, posing, composition, and camera settings.
This is a great opportunity to build your portrait portfolio while learning how to work confidently in a studio environment.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
• Professional model
• 3 studio lighting setups
• Hands-on shooting time
• Lighting demonstrations
• Posing & model direction
• Real-time instructor feedback
• Access to Palm Studio's professional studio environment
• Everyone leaves with their favorite image printed.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
This workshop is best suited for beginner to intermediate photographers who want more experience with studio portraits and off-camera flash.
Bring your own camera, lens, and memory cards.
📍 Palm Studio — West Palm Beach, FL
⏱ 4-hour workshop
👥 Limited spots available
Come ready to shoot, experiment, and create.
Three lighting setups. One model. Your camera.
A more detailed adgenda for the expereince will be sent out after you purchase your ticket.
Prerequisites:
Photographers should have a basic understanding of their camera and how to shoot in manual mode. Camera rentals may be available for an additional fee.
Please email [email protected] or DM on instagram @LetsShootSara for any questions.
Event venue & nearby stays
433 Northwood Rd, 433 Northwood Road, West Palm Beach, United States
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