Training - In-Studio fashion lighting

Before I went full time as a photographer I used to love teaching but when as a photographer I was approached by other photographers interested in studio lighting training it didn't occur to me immediately to do it. But after a while and a number of requests I thought OK, I'll do it but I'll only charge my regular studio rental charge and effectively give the training at no extra charge. What I found is that not only have I loved getting back into training but I am getting great feedback from my client photographers. It's not just a fun and great learning experience for them but their portfolio is getting a great boost at the same time.

Recently we had a local model Rebecca Tun as our training day model (images below). I love working with her as she has worked a lot with both beginners and professionals, has a great look and also is a great photographer herself.

During the half or full days training and studio lighting experience we work with a wide range of different lighting set-ups, explain the different light modifiers from hard to soft, how to control the light and mood and the studio environment. There are the technical aspects to learn and most importantly how to manage the shoot, your model, the styling and workflow. It's not only a great learning experience but also a fun day too.

There are many ways to use the studio space and we have the advantage of a square design that allows us to shoot on three different walls of the studio. One wall having a wall to wall infinity curve (to the left just out of view in the picture below), another having three colorama rolls with either painted or wall papered wall behind and a third wall with drop in coloured boards. It's a very versatile environment.

We don't always want that clear white, black or gray studio background and want to create more of a look of being on location while remaining in a totally controlled environment.

If you are interested in a great studio lighting training day or more of an experience day then do drop me a line. To see more of what can be done in my studio have a look at my website portfolio at www.markfiddian,com .