Class Details

Learn the basics of studio shooting and lighting techniques with a live model in a real studio environment. Great for those with no experience using off camera lights or working solely in natural light environments. If you have thought about setting up your own studio or trying your first studio session but have been confused or intimidated by the unique equipment and challenges, this class is for you!

Major topics covered:

1. Learn to how to create a well-lit portrait using only one light.
2. Learn the standard lighting scenarios such as loupe lighting, rembrandt lighting, butterfly lighting, split lighting and more.
3. Learn to set up a second light as a rim light or “kicker.”
4. Understand flash sync and exposure controls for use with studio lights.
5. Learn about light shaping tools such as the softbox, umbrella, grid, snoot, and beauty dish.

Key features of the class:

1. You will be learning in and using one of the best studios in San Diego.
2. One to two models will be provided for you to get some individual shooting time with.
3. Class sizes are kept to a minimum to allow for more time shooting.
4. After learning with the class and the instructor about lighting techniques you will be given the freedom to shoot and try our your own ideas.
5. All equipment is provided.
6. The class last 4 hours.

Prerequisites-
-Students should have a basic understanding of manual exposure (setting aperture, shutter and ISO independently. If you have taken Photography 102 this will count too)
-Students should have a digital SLR type camera.

Class will start with a presentation and intro to the various types of equipment used in a studio, as well as a breakdown of how your camera setting interact with studio equipment. Hands on shooting will follow.

This class fills up fast so be sure to register ASAP!

Instructor Information

Rob Andrew rob@robandrewphoto.com

Rob Andrew is San Diego based commercial photographer. He specializes in lifestyle, food and portraiture and has worked for brands and publications like Westways Magazine, John Deere, Razer Electronics, Woman's World, Vista Print, Gordon Rush, San Diego Home and Garden, Costco and more. When Rob is not shooting or teaching you can find him hiking or snowboarding in the mountains or playing guitar in and around San Diego.