Golden Hour Portrait Photography Workshop

Join me for a hands-on Golden Hour Portrait photography workshop at Cornwall Park, where we'll explore the beautiful possibilities of golden-hour light and how to use it creatively to produce striking portraits.

Working with our model, we'll explore how changing light, different focal lengths, backgrounds and perspectives can completely transform a portrait.

We'll experiment with natural light, backlighting, soft directional light and creative ways to work with shadows and highlights. You'll also learn how to communicate with your subject, guide poses and make thoughtful choices about composition and lens selection.

With a small group of photographers, there will be plenty of opportunities to practise, experiment and receive individual guidance. We'll work in two smaller groups, allowing everyone time to photograph our model and explore different creative approaches.

Whether you're new to portrait photography or looking to refine your skills, this workshop is designed to help you build confidence and develop a better understanding of outdoor portrait photography.

A selection of Sony Alpha cameras and portrait lenses will also be available to try, subject to availability. This workshop is open to all camera brands. 

Please note: This is an outdoor workshop, so weather conditions may influence the lighting and techniques we explore. Participants should be comfortable walking around the park.

• Understanding golden-hour light: Working with soft directional light, backlighting, shadows and highlights. 
• Lens selection and focal lengths: Exploring how different portrait lenses affect perspective, background compression and depth of field. 
• Camera settings: Choosing aperture, shutter speed, ISO and focus settings for sharp, well-exposed portraits. 
• Composition and backgrounds: Using the surroundings, framing and perspective to create more engaging portraits. 
• Posing and communication: Learning how to direct your model and create natural, expressive portraits.
• Creative experimentation: Exploring silhouettes, rim lighting and different approaches to using available light.

• Your camera and preferred portrait lenses. 
• Prime lenses such as 35mm, 50mm and 85mm are great options, but zoom lenses are equally welcome. 
• Fully charged batteries and spare memory cards. 
• Comfortable walking shoes and clothing suitable for outdoor conditions. 
• A reflector, if you have one (optional). 
• Your curiosity, creativity and willingness to experiment!