Pose It, Light It, Love It
Join Clay Blackmore for a three-day immersion into the art of photography. Drawing on decades of experience, Clay will cover the essential posing, lighting, and composition skills that are key to creating jaw-dropping images with any camera.
You’ll explore working with both natural and in-studio light. Learn about the essentials of portrait posing, including strategies for working with individuals, couples, and groups. Clay will also share his fail-proof tips for making on-the-fly adjustments so you're able to work seamlessly with any subject, in any environment and source of light. You'll also master the art of capturing the picture-perfect wedding story quickly, reliably, and completely with stunning results.
Whether you’ve been taking photographs for years or are just starting out, this course will give you the knowledge and inspiration to take your work to the next level.
Lessons
Class IntroductionShoot: Basic Posing
Shoot: Refining and Lighting the Pose
Posing Two People
Shoot: Hannah and Amanda
Shoot: Back Two Thirds
Shoot: Basic Two People Poses
Shoot: Group of Three
Groups of Four and Five
Shoot: Groups of Three
Shoot: Slimming Poses
Shoot: Beauty and Innovation
Student Portrait Critiques
Shoot: Window Lighting
Shoot: Split Lighting
Shoot: Corporate Portraits
Shoot: Outdoor Lighting Roof Top
Shoot: Family Group One
Shoot: Baby and Parents
Shoot: Family Group Two Part 1
Shoot: Family Group Two Part 2
Shoot: Family Group Three
Student Portrait Homework Critiques
Shoot: Bridal Session Part 1
Shoot: Bridal Session Part 2
Clay's Slides and Discussion
Shoot: Portraits of the Students
Shoot: Wedding Couple
Shoot: One Light High Key
Shoot: Speed Lights
Shoot: Different Lighting Setups (Sand Box)
Shoot: Innovative Portraiture
Shoot: Shake and Bake
Reviews
- <p>Clay Blackmore is the real deal in portrait photography. The guy is a bundle of creative energy and technical mastery. I took portraiture with Monte Zucker, and am glad to have Clay now as his successor. This concepts in this course are the rudiments. They'll never change, regardless of trends and fads. Clay is also very likable and fun to watch work. Keep your ears peeled for every word. When Clay points out those many little details, they all count. Love the course, and have a ton of respect for Clay. He's a portrait master, and a great guy. What else could any portrait student hope for?</p>
- Of all the courses I have purchased without exception this is the best. Clay is an excellent teacher. When he speaks he is saying something and not just talking. He explains his lighting techniques in great detail while demonstrating them . He is clear, concise and fun to listen to. You will learn how to pose individuals all the way to large groups, while learning the correct way to light them. All this while being entertained by one of America's great portrait photographers.
- <p> I purchased the course for a few specific things listed in the description, and after being able to see some of the previews and wrap ups for the day. After the purchase and going through them, I have found that the value of this course is well above what I paid. Clay does not walk you through the course, he runs through it holding your hand like you are both being chased through Central Park by Godzilla! Everything is explained well and examples are both amazing and inspiring. I am still taken back that there is so much useful information here in this program, well worth a look for anyone wanting to get started, improve, or if you are just looking for some new techniques. </p>