The Art of Creative Portraiture

Who Say’s Portraits Can’t Be Creative?

A Portrait Photography Presentation by Joe Edelman

Creative Portraiture

Welcome to the dazzling world of creative portraiture, where the traditional meets the avant-garde, and imagination comes alive in every image.

This isn’t your everyday portrait photography workshop; it’s a captivating journey into the essence of creativity, with me as your guide, showing you how I blend fashion and portraiture into a harmonious work of art.

Are you tired of the same old poses, plain backgrounds, and lackluster images? In this presentation, I will unveil the secrets that add the WOW factor to every portrait.

I’ll demonstrate how simple lighting techniques, vibrant colors, innovative props, and sheer creativity can transform a simple portrait into a stunning piece of art.

Join me and venture into an innovative dimension of photography where clothing, hair, makeup, lighting, and posing are orchestrated into a breathtaking visual symphony. Learn to craft portraits that are not just images but expressions of individuality, elegance, and artistic flair.

You don’t need a studio filled with expensive equipment to make art; you need vision, passion, and a willingness to think outside the box.

Here’s what you’ll walk away with:

Mastering the Art of Preparation: Learn the crucial steps of prepping for a creative portrait shoot, from brainstorming to execution.

Discovering Inspiration Everywhere: Uncover sources of unique ideas and how to translate them into extraordinary outfits and themes.

Lighting Mastery – The HOWS and WHYS: Understand the selection and set-up of lighting to enhance and dramatize your portraits.

The Perfect Background Selection: Dive into choosing the right backgrounds that complement and elevate your subject.

Crafting Composition and Cropping: Master the techniques that shape and frame your portrait, turning it into a captivating story.

Utilizing Props and Colors: Explore how to use everyday props and vibrant colors to breathe life into your portraits.

Connecting with Your Subject: Learn to guide and interact with your models to create natural and expressive images.

… and much more!

Presentation Details

Duration: 90 minutes with time for Q&A.

Available as an In-Person or Virtual Presentation.

This subject also works very well as an in-person 4 or 8-hour hands-on workshop.

Download Included

This program includes a digital download with notes and links to additional learning information and any equipment discussed during the presentation.

Download link is shared at the end of the presentation and will be active for 72 hours after the presentation concludes.

Intended Audience

This interactive and inspiring session is intended for photographers of all skill levels and all interests.

The concepts and techniques apply to both digital and film photography across all genres.

Set up Needed

In-Person: Requires the use of a digital projector and screen or a large-screen TV with a HDMI connections.

Virtual: I can host up to 100 people via ZOOM, or I can present on your organization's account. The presentation is delivered from a professional Livestream studio with professional lighting and sound.

Have more questions? Are you ready to book? Contact me with this link.

Images of Live & Virtual Presentations

All of my presentations, in-person or virtual, are lively, interactive, inspiring, and packed with useful information, with a little bit of humor thrown in for good measure!

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