About this Event
As part of TFC’s 45-year anniversary celebrations, join us for this special Portrait Styles Workshop with Michael Sewell. Discover the timeless techniques behind stunning portraits — from Rembrandt to Butterfly, Loop to Split, and even chiaroscuro-inspired looks. You’ll learn how to create a variety of lighting styles that bring out the best in your subjects, and by the end of the day, you’ll leave with a portfolio of approaches you can confidently use in your own portrait work.
Hurry, early bird tickets available for just £69 when purchased before the end of October 2025!
What You'll Learn
- Classic Portrait Lighting Styles (Rembrandt, Butterfly, Split & Loop)
- Chiaroscuro & Creative Variations
- Posing & Composition for Strong Portraits
- How to Work with Different Modifiers
- Hands-On Studio Practice
This workshop is all about giving you a toolkit of portrait lighting styles. With practical demonstrations and guided exercises, you’ll discover how subtle changes in light placement can dramatically alter mood, character, and expression. By experimenting with a range of setups and modifiers, you’ll gain the confidence to choose the right lighting style for any subject or creative brief.
The Pefect Workshop For...
This workshop is ideal for portrait photographers of all levels, from beginners eager to build a foundation in lighting, to experienced photographers looking to expand their repertoire of portrait styles.
About Your Instructor - Michael Sewell
Michael Sewell is a renowned photographer with several decades of experience working with top hotel groups, restaurants and product brands. Michael’s passion for food and photography is infectious, and his teaching style is hands-on, practical, and fun.
Getting to the Venue
This event is hosted at The Flash Centre London
The full store address is: The Flash Centre, 3A The High Cross Centre, Fountayne Road, London, N15 4QN
We do have some limited on-site parking, but this requires pre-booking. Please call us on 02078375649 to confirm in advance if you are arriving by car.
What To Bring?
- Your camera and lenses
- A spare battery
- A memory card
- A pen and paper for making notes
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
The Flash Centre London, Unit 3A The High Cross Centre, London, United Kingdom
GBP 44.50 to GBP 89.00
