FANTASY PHOTOGRAPHY & MAKEUP WORKSHOPS
BRITISH COLUMBIA || 2016
The Experience
Fine art photography can be seen as a journey with many roads. Whichever routes we decide to take on our explorings, we all share a common starting point and a mutual destination - to achieve such a level of professionalism that we can consider most of this to be behind us. The journey we take often shapes our creativeness in unexpected ways, at times by itself, or on some occasions through the guidance of others. Having undertaken this journey, we are constantly looking for new routes to explore, so that we may further perfect our skills. The experience we've gained from doing what we love is what we believe can help you on your journey of constant self improvement.
Learn how to take your skills to a maximum - in three days, we will cover everything from pre-production to business and networking, and the full package includes makeup and hairstyling as we believe a great photographer should never be limited by the tools of the trade. You will learn how to manipulate natural light while still using the most basic equipment; to find wardrobe and props that help you excel your concepts; and how to find publishing grounds and clients for your creations.
We want you to go home inspired, with a head full of fresh ideas and a desire to photograph more and more.
PHOTOGRAPHY
shooting
RETOUCHING
Live demonstration of editing a photograph both in Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop, explaining colour grading, composition and skin retouching.
BUSINESS
working with professional teams, social media, marketing etc
MAKEUP WITH MARET UBALEHT
NYX ambassador, Estonian Make up Artist of the Year 2016, work featured and published internationally
Just a general whore
Commercial whore.
Day One
-Learn our background, experience and photographic journey throughout the years
-Shooting with only natural lighting and minimal equipment
-Live fantasy photo shoot with a professional model, designer wardrobe, makeup and hair
-Hands on experience and individual time teaching how to interact and direct subjets
-Using smoke bombs and other special effects
PRICE: 400 CAD
Day Two
-How to plan and execute your own fantasy photo shoot
-Sourcing props and other parts of pre-production
-Casting models, hair stylists, makeup artists, and other creatives
-The benefits of social networking such as Facebook and Instagram and how to use them
-Approaching publishers, magazines, galleries and other potential clients
-Start to finish professionally editing an image using Lightroom and Photoshop
-One on one portfolio reviewing
PRICE: 400 CAD
TWO DAY PACKAGE: 700 CAD
Day Three
-The importance of makeup on a photoshoot
-What makes a good photo makeup
-Artificial/natural light
-Live makeup demonstration on a model
-Basic hairstyling
-Essentials for a photographer
PRICE: 400 CAD
THREE DAY PACKAGE: 1000 CAD per person
Additional Info
Lunch provided on all days along with a light breakfast.
There will be a Facebook Group for attendees to connect.
Possibility to also organize one on one masterclasses.
FAQ
What experience level do I need to be to join the workshop?
The workshops are open to all levels and types of photographers – we only ask that you are engaged, willing to learn and understand the basics of how to use your camera in manual mode. These workshops aren’t just for fashion photographers. In fact, we get a lot of wedding and portrait photographers on these courses looking to add a fashion feel to their images and services.
What does the schedule look like on the day of the workshop?
The schedule for each workshop day can vary – usually our photo-shoot days start with an introduction and breakfast, followed by working on set, lunch and then continuing to shoot and review as the day ends. Our days usually start at 10AM and finish at 6PM. If it’s a two day workshop the second event will start with an introduction and breakfast, followed by the business and marketing seminar, lunch then the retouching session which will be a few hours long. You can find more details about individual courses on the ‘Courses Schedule’ page or please contact me if you have any questions about the course structure.
What equipment do I need to bring?
We recommend you bring a digital SLR, a couple of lenses for variety (I personally recommend bringing either a 24-70mm lens, or a couple of primes such as the 50mm 1.4 or 85mm 1.2). Please also bring a few memory cards, a spare battery and your portfolio (this can be an iPad, printed portfolio or on your laptop! If you are joining a retouching session you will be required to bring a laptop to follow along. Additional information (if required) about equipment will be emailed to students before the workshop.
Is accommodation/travel costs included in the cost of the workshop?
The course cost only covers the workshop only (unless stated). You will be responsible for booking your own accommodation and travel. However, If you need recommendations or assistance I’ll be happy to help you!
How much is the deposit for the course and when is it due?
To book a space on the workshop, you need to put a 50% deposit down of the total course cost. This reserves your space. The final payment is due 2 weeks before the workshop start date.
Is my deposit refundable?
We understand that sometimes unexpected changes happen so we try to be as flexible as possible with cancellations. We need to be notified of your cancellation as soon as possible – if you decide to cancel 30 days before the workshop then the deposit is refundable, this gives us time to give someone else the space. If you cancel under the 30 days notice the deposit is non-refundable. However, we do allow the deposit to be used as credit towards another workshop if you wish to do so. Please read the T&C page for our policy on refunds & cancellations.
What happens if you cancel a workshop date?
If we have to cancel a workshop due to not filling a workshop or bad weather, we will notify you as soon as possible, and either refund you the deposit or credit it towards another course.
How many other students will there be?
We try and keep the groups as small as possible, usually the groups are around 15 students only. If it’s a bigger workshop event, we may raise the amount of photographers able to attend but we always state this in the ‘Course Schedule’ on the event’s description. The photographers are split into groups on workshop days so there’s usually only 6-7 people working in one group at one time – this allows more individual time on set.
What are the usage terms of the images we take on the workshop?
The images taken by each individual are for non-commercial use only – you are allowed to use the images for your printed portfolio, websites and on your social media channels. Any commercial usage (print sales, exhibitions etc) need to be cleared before use with Lara Jade so there is clearance with the model agency. If you have any concerns about this before joining or after the course please contact me.
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Describe your current skill level and on which workshop days you would like to participate -
and feel free to send along a link to your portfolio.