Powerful Portraits using Body Language and Lighting

Lesson Info
Class Introduction - Lessons Coming Soon!
Over fifty-five percent of communication is done through non-verbal gestures. It’s essential for photographers to understand the fundamentals of body language in order to better communicate with their clients. In this class, award-winning photographer Stacy Pearsall teaches how to make solid first impressions with your subject through the use of body language.
With her honest and straightforward teaching style, you will learn how to:
- Observe and decipher non-verbal cues
- Use light and shadow to convey emotion and create a mood
- Utilize appropriate lighting for specific personalities
- Use body language techniques to capture authentic expressions from your subject
During live photo shoots, Stacy will explain and demonstrate from start to finish how to connect with subjects through positive body language, maintain connection by touch and energy, and capture their true likeness with gesture and light. By the end of this class, you will have the tools and confidence to photograph your clients to show their authentic personalities.
Lessons
Class Introduction - Lessons Coming Soon!Dissecting Non-Verbal Communication
The Fundamentals of Subject Interaction
Learn to Read and Decipher Your Subjects
Learn to Orchestrate, Not Dominate the Studio
Light and Emotion: How Light Sets the Mood
Variety of Lighting Combinations
Matching the Right Light for the Subject
Body Angles and Light Angles
Strong People and Confident Lighting
Shy People and Reserved Lighting
Positive verses Negative Energy Lighting