PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP IN LONDON

Join Sergei for an exclusive two-day workshop that will immerse you in the world of portrait photography. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced professional, this workshop will take your skills to the next level. With a rich mix of theory, practical sessions, and endless inspiration, you'll leave with a fresh perspective and valuable knowledge.

What’s in store for you?

Engaging Theory & Creative Inspiration: Sergei’s workshop blends deep theoretical insights with powerful creative techniques to elevate your portrait photography.
Hands-On Sessions with Real Models: Watch Sergei at work, then step behind the camera to create your own masterpieces.
Studio Shoot: Master the art of capturing striking, artistic images in a controlled environment. Learn how to use lighting and your gear in innovative ways to produce stunning portraits.
Location Shoot: Discover the secrets of working with natural light and light modifiers, while perfecting your framing and composition in real-world settings.
Personalized Feedback: After the workshop, you'll receive custom homework assignments with detailed feedback via Skype, allowing you to continue improving long after the workshop ends.

This isn’t just another photography workshop—it's a transformative experience that will change the way you approach portrait photography, ignite your creativity, and help you find your unique voice in the world of visual arts.

Don’t miss out—reserve your spot today and make these two days unforgettable!

FIRST DAY

Theoretical Part (~5 hours)

Features of artistic portraiture.
Types of requests for portrait shoots.
Working on oneself as an artist. Presenting your work. Creating a portfolio. Methods for building a portfolio. Forming your style and self-image. Creativity and commerce.
Photography equipment and its role. Lenses. Lighting equipment. Specifics of portrait photography with digital and film cameras. Examples of equipment setups for portrait shoots.
Light and its role in portraiture. Continuous light vs. flash.
Studio approach to shooting in any location with any light source.
Lighting setup as a construction kit. Working with modifiers (reflectors, diffusers). Shooting on dark and light backgrounds. Working with textured backgrounds.
Specifics of working with people. Breathing techniques. Directing movements.

Lunch Break (45 minutes)

Portrait composition. The rule of thirds, central and off-center compositions. Static and dynamic. The role of perspective in photography. Portrait angle and plastic angles. Multi-layering. Perspective.
Planning a shoot. Choosing and preparing a location. Working with style and image. Selecting accessories, clothing, hairstyle, makeup, and styling for different appearances and different tasks.
Shooting projects and series. Developing ideas. Unifying factors and elements. Types of portrait projects and their specific features.
Post-processing. Color correction in Lightroom (LR). Spot and area-based adjustments. Using AI tools. Proper handling of contrast and sharpness. Redrawing and enhancing the lighting composition.
Portfolio review for participants.

Second Day

Practical part (~7 hours)
Studio lighting. Working with two models, light and diffusers.
Work on location. Natural light. Working with two models and modifiers.

Homework The group will be given a task to shoot a mini photo project (5 images). You’ll have one month to complete it. The assignment will be reviewed during a group Zoom call, where Sergei will share his screen to provide live feedback on each student’s work. You'll receive personalized comments to help you refine your technique and grow as a photographer.