This "1on1 Masterclass" & ShootOut Day focuses on the following:
- get your equipment know, learn about manual settings, white balance,
focal length, shutter speed, depth of focus etc.
- Legal issues working with models & selling pictures
- Flash-Lights, Mixed Lighting & Available Light:
Work and learn how to use the light effective & creative
(= incl. elements from our 2 day Masterclass *Mastering the Light*)
- Work with a professional make up artist and get insights
- Work and learn basics about model posing & artistic staging
(= incl. elements from our 2 day Masterclass *Posing Secrets*)
- Shoot the models in different sets under supervision
- Shoot the models by yourself on 3 days
Your Motivation
- Glamour and Nude photography
- Learn and enhance all basics, rules, tips, forms and secrets about the Glamour
and Nude photography and bring this knowlegde und praxis on an enhanced level.
- See deeply behind the scenery of this industry. Get common with people, business, handle models, production performance etc.
- Get great results and in-deepth education while a fun and very tough course
- Enjoy the privacy while this VIP course
- work with European Models
- Join a friendly, open atmosphere and talk/get help from our instructor
- Produce even more photos for the portfolio enhancement on the ShootOut Day
- and last but not least: GET GREAT RESULTS!
Course Topics
- Legaly advice - Talking about "18 USC 2257 Concerns for Photographers":
This US law imposes some strict obligations that must be followed to avoid fines and penalties, including prison.
We will talk about name and age verification, recordkeeping, and labeling requirements for producers of visual depictions of actual human beings engaged in actual sexually explicit conduct.
- Production Sheets/Contracts:
We will show you examples of the following necessary administrative tools you need for a safe production & filing:
Casting-Sheet / Self Promotion Contract / Adult Model Release / TFP-Contract ("Time for Print")
- Your Camera Equipment:
We go through your equipment selection, will advise you on all your camera settings, set your white balance for our studio flash setup. We then check your histogram levels to check exposures.
- Model, Hair- & Make-Up Artist, Styling:
The model will go straight into makeup. While this process learn about the secrets of a photo makeup from our make-up artist. She will give you practical advice, constructive feedback and answer any make-up queries you may have. We will also have a brief talk about Glamour-Styling (wardrobe) and appropriate accessoires.
- Staging:
Artistic elements of the staging will be covered, to include the use of studio space, lighting and props. Start work with your own camera.
- Lighting (Flash, reflectors and available light):
We give you an in depth introduction to our studio lighting, how to use the remote control of flash levels, channel selections, and how to exercise remote control over fill and key light ratios, as well as rim lights, hair lights and the use of flags, modifiers and reflectors.
- Shooting & How to direct professional models:
Then we start shooting with the model. We analyze her strengths and weaknesses and determine how best to accentuate her strengths, and how to minimize her weaknesses. You will learn how to direct the model. We show you how to use inexpensive props to create variety and interest. All aspects of nude and glamour photography are dealt with, including using flash, tungsten and ambient light in a studio environment.
- Basic Hints on "How to protect your images by Photoshop" & Retouching in Photohop (if time left):
• Basic Skin Retouching with Photoshop CS4/5
• Advanced Skin Retouching with Photoshop CS4/5 (non-destructive Softening &Whitening the skin)
• Tips for effective Watermarking & File Sizes and Resolutions
Course Structure
The Package
- 4 days. 7, resp. 8 hours a day. Course date on your request.
- From Basic to Pro "1on1" Glamour & Nude lessons
- "1on1" in Private or Semi Private agreement lessons
- Studio in Prague (Czech Republic) & Outdoor Location / abroad lessons near to you are a subject of discussion and welcome
- 3 models (1 model per day)
- 1 make-up artist for 3 days
- 2 Instructors/Supervisors for this 2/4 days to teach you and help with everything
- All styling attributes & accessoires for the models
- Self-Promotional Model Releases
- Lunch/Snacks/Drinks for the whole workshop duration
- Handout Materials of this MasterClass
- Backstage footage content mailed where you can see yourself in action
Pricing
- 1on1: on request
- SemiPrivate: on request
Side Infos
The people this workshop is good for: ↓
New photographers: If you’re new to photography, model photography or in specific glamour & nude photography and want to learn how to photograph, this is the spot for you.
New to flash lighting, small strobe photographers: We will show you how to light using small & mid-range amount of lighting, reflectors, modifiers etc. We will show how to over power window lightning as well as using the strobe as a fill in a common studio scenery.
Experienced photographers: We all learn! Every day. Our methods are proven and undeniable! We guarantee you will learn a trick or two!
Glamour Photographers: Want something different? Want to add edgy, beauty work to your book? This is PERFECT for you.
Your Equipment to bring with: ↓
35mm DSLR/SLR Camera with a Hot Shoe Flash
Lens (50 or 85mm as basic). Several lenses welcome
Power adapters and cables for digital camera
Manuals for camera, flash, etc.
Batteries and charger for rechargeable batteries
Media Cards or Film
1on1 - a Beginner to Pro- MasterClass
