Photo Workshop - Portraits on Location

Workshop participant Ted Hodges working with model

Challenges and opportunities-that's what you get when you start creating portraits on location!  It's a chance to get out of your comfort zone - like a predictable studio environment - and create something unique and exciting.

Last Saturday, after some hot coffee and delicious bagels,  I had the pleasure of teaching a workshop that focused on this very subject.  As always, whether I'm attending or teaching a workshop these forums offer all of us an incredible way to learn and expand our photo skills.

Lynn models - Photo by Ted Hodges

We were shooting in the historic St. Charles area where I've shot many times in the past and as usual every time we return to a location we always find new angles and opportunities with each new visit.  I always find it fascinating as to all the different approaches and specific ways participants shoot an area and subject in a workshop.  We all really do have unique vision during the creative process!

Ted captures the look & moment

Different Look & Angle - Photo by Ted Hodges

Creating a "studio look" on location - Photo by Ted Hodges

Toni projects a contemporary look - Photo by Ted Hodges

 
Here are some shots from the workshop - we covered a lot of details ... backgrounds, lighting, props, rapport with your subject, and much more!  A big thanks to our models - Lynn and Toni!  They were great to work with!  Hope to see you at the next workshop!

Happy Shooting!   Michael