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Our mission is to improve mental wellbeing through our workshops and experiences. We curate our teachers and hosts carefully to ensure that they are of high quality.
That's why we provide a money-back guarantee*: If you're unsatisfied with this experience, just leave it at least 20 minutes before it ends, and tell us (the ClassBento team) the reason for your dissatisfaction within 4 hours of that time, and we'll provide you with a refund.
* We may choose to limit our refund per customer at $1000. In some rare cases, we may also require you to show us your photo ID before we process the refund.
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Join us for a full-day, hands-on workshop at Flawless Photo Studios in Crows Nest, where you’ll transform your creative vision into reality. This immersive experience will take you from concept to execution, teaching you essential studio lighting techniques to capture professional-grade fashion and modelling images.You’ll learn how to set up the studio and have access to all necessary equipment, including backdrops, strobes, modifiers, umbrellas, soft boxes, flash triggers, and light meters. With expert guidance, you’ll set up various studio lighting configurations and learn how to shape and control light effectively.To put theory into practice, you will have the opportunity to photograph one of our high-end fashion models, allowing you to refine your skills in a real-world setting. The images you capture will be yours to keep, adding high-quality content to your portfolio.Whether you’re looking to elevate your photography skills, launch a photography business, or refine your creative approach, this workshop will equip you with pro-level techniques that set you apart.To ensure personalised instruction, class sizes are limited to a maximum of 6 students.We take a break for lunch, and our fully equipped kitchen and dining area provide a great place to relax. Feel free to bring your own meal while enjoying our complimentary tea, coffee, and soft drinks. Alternatively, you’re just footsteps away from a variety of cafes and restaurants.A video tour of the studio and surrounding area can be found on the About page of our website.Topics covered:1. Preparing for the shoot:
Sourcing Models: TFP (Time for Print) vs. Paid Shoots.
Creating Effective Mood Boards.
Working with Stylists, Hair, and Makeup Artists.
Studio Setup & Equipment Checks.
Tethering for real-time feedback and lighting adjustments.
Climate Control for optimal shooting conditions.
Understanding Model Releases & Legal Considerations.
2. Key concepts for the actual shoot:
The Exposure Triangle and Light STOP Values.
Camera Settings specific to flash photography.
How to use a Light Meter for precision.
Proper use of Strobes, Speedlites & Flash Triggers.
Studio Lighting Techniques using various light modifiers.
Hard vs. Soft Lighting – Creating distinct aesthetic styles.
Essential Lighting Patterns: Butterfly, Loop, Rembrandt & Split lighting.
Short vs. Broad Lighting – When to use each for different effects.
Controlling Light Falloff for dramatic depth.
Effective use of Key Lights, Fill Lights & Hair Lights.
Creating Silhouettes & High-Impact Portraits.
Incorporating Ambient Light into studio setups.
Flash vs. Continuous Lighting – When and why to use each.
This workshop is ideal for those who have some basic experience using their camera in manual mode - you don’t need to be an expert, as we’ll go through key concepts and settings during the session. However, this course may not be suitable for complete beginners who have never explored manual mode on their camera.
What to bring
A DSLR or mirrorless camera with full manual settings.
A lens suitable for portraits (35 to 85 mm lens range).
Memory card(s)
Fully charged battery (plus a spare if you have one)
Your camera’s operating manual (printed or digital)
Bring your own lunch or purchase from cafes nearby
• 1-min walk from Crows Nest Metro station • 4-min walk from Holtermann Street Car Park (council car park) • 10-min walk from St Leonard’s train station. • Multiple bus routes to/from the area.
Hi, I’m Ian, a professional photographer based in Sydney, specializing in portraits and modelling portfolios. My work has been published by top agencies, including Edge Models, one of Australia’s premier modeling agencies.I own and manage Flawless Photo Studios, a spacious 150m² studio located in the heart of Crows Nest, just a 1-min walk from the Crows Nest Metro Station.Having worked alongside Celebrity fashion photographer Kevin Michael Schmitz from New York, I have a deep passion for creating striking, high-impact imagery. Beyond photography, I love teaching and mentoring aspiring photographers, helping them refine their craft and develop the confidence to bring their creative vision to life.If you're eager to enhance your skills in a hands-on, supportive environment, I’d love to share my knowledge with you!
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