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Adobe Illustrator: Shape Builder vs. Pathfinder with Jason Hoppe

Thu, Jun 11, 7–8:30pm ET Live Online

This seminar is for CreativeLive subscribers only. Not subscribed? Start here! Shape Builder vs. Pathfinder is a practical Adobe Illustrator class that shows how to create precise vector artwork by mastering two of Illustrator’s most important construction tools. In this session, Jason Hoppe breaks down when to use the Pathfinder panel and when to use the Shape Builder tool so you can move beyond tracing or drawing objects manually and start building them with more speed and control. Through hands-on creation, you’ll explore the differences between these tools and learn how to add, subtract, and refine geometric shapes into clean, professional assets. The class focuses on building production-ready logos, icons, and illustrations with better symmetry, smarter structure, and more efficient workflows. Whether you’re refining brand marks, cleaning up overlapping vector paths, or trying to work more confidently in Illustrator, this class offers a clearer and more professional approach to vector construction. This class includes a dedicated 30 minutes of Q&A directly with Jason Hoppe. What You'll Learn Choose the best tool for building logos, icons, and illustrations. Construct clean geometric artwork by adding and subtracting basic shapes. Build non-destructive artwork using Compound Shapes in the Pathfinder panel. Optimize vector artwork with better symmetry and professional grid-based structure. Understand when Shape Builder offers a faster, more intuitive workflow than Pathfinder. Who It's For Intermediate graphic designers who want a faster and more professional vector creation workflow. Logo and branding designers building balanced geometric marks from grid systems and primitive shapes. Illustrators and vector artists who want to clean up overlapping paths and optimize files for print or digital use. Self-taught Illustrator users who want to move beyond basic tools into more efficient professional workflows. How to Join The class will be delivered via Zoom Webinars. You’ll need access to Zoom through a web browser or the Zoom app in order to participate. To reserve your spot, register using the Sign Up form and button above. Space is limited. A unique Zoom join link will be sent to the maximum number of participants per class. You’ll receive this link one hour before the class start time. About the Instructor An Adobe® Certified Expert and Adobe® Certified Instructor, Jason Hoppe has accrued more than 17 years’ experience in high-end production training, photo retouching, color correction, and creative workflow management. In fact, Jason has been performing high-end electronic production since the industry’s inception. Also during this time, Jason has taught prepress and electronic design to hundreds of Seattle-based creative professionals and aspiring designers in a variety of settings, including one-on-one tutoring, classroom instruction, live webcasting, and large group training. He currently teaches the Adobe® Creative Suite at The School of Visual Concepts, Luminous Works and Seattle Central College and was the founding Instructor at CreativeLive.

Working With Hard Light in the Studio with Mark Wallace

Sat, Jun 13, 4–6pm ET Live Online

Think hard light is only for edgy, unflattering portraits? Think again. In this in-depth studio lighting class, photographer and educator Mark Wallace breaks down everything you need to know about working with hard light — and shows you why it’s one of the most powerful, creative tools in your portrait photography arsenal. Mark has spent years teaching photographers around the world through his Digital Photography One on One and Exploring Photography series on YouTube, and now he’s bringing that same clear, practical approach to one of the most misunderstood topics in studio lighting. You’ll see exactly how images like these come to life — from clean, sculpted beauty portraits to high-contrast fashion and editorial work. No soft boxes required. Whether you’re a beginner who’s always stuck to soft light or an experienced shooter ready to level up your studio game, this class will change the way you think about light. What You'll Learn How hard light modifiers — including grids, snoots, and bare bulb setups — shape and control light How to use gobos to flag, block, and sculpt light for dramatic effect How to eliminate your fear of hard shadows and use them intentionally Creative techniques to produce bold, editorial, and high-impact portraits Who It's For Beginners who have mostly worked with soft light and want to better understand hard light Portrait photographers who want to create bolder, more sculpted images Studio photographers interested in editorial, fashion, and high-contrast lighting styles Anyone ready to use hard light more intentionally and creatively How to Join This class is free to stream on YouTube here You can access the class directly through your web browser or the YouTube app. About the Instructor Mark Wallace is a photographer based in the United States. Best known for his web-based video series Digital Photography One on One and Exploring Photography sponsored by Adorama. Millions of people have watched Mark’s videos on YouTube, and the numbers continue to grow. Mark has a strong social media following on Facebook and Twitter, where he spends time interacting with viewers and workshop attendees. In 2014, Mark left the United States to embark on a 2 year world wide adventure. He visited 28 countries and captured thousands of unique photographs across the globe. In 2016, Mark decided to give up planes, trains, and automobiles and is now exploring the world on his motorcycle.

Modern Senior Posing with Chris Gronde

Thu, Jun 18, 7–9:30pm ET Live Online

This seminar is for CreativeLive subscribers only. Not subscribed? Start here! Modern Senior Posing is a live demonstration class designed to help photographers create senior portraits that feel natural, confident, and genuinely connected. Instead of relying on awkward pose lists or Pinterest screenshots, this class focuses on understanding how to direct people and use the building blocks of posing to create images that feel flattering and real. In this class, The Grondes break down exactly how they pose and direct both senior girls and guys to create portraits that feel modern rather than stiff. You’ll learn how to communicate more clearly with clients, build variety quickly during a session, and create genuine expressions that lead to stronger images and a better overall experience. This class includes a dedicated 30 minutes of Q&A directly with The Grondes. What You'll Learn Confidently direct senior guys and girls into natural looking poses without relying on awkward pose lists and pinterest screenshots. Build variety quickly during a session while flattering different body types, personalities and comfort levels. Create genuine expressions that make seniors feel confident and makes moms purchase prints. Understand the building blocks of posing so you can adapt your direction to each individual client. Who It's For Photographers who struggle with communicating and posing with their clients. Senior photographers who want to understand the building blocks of posing rather than memorizing pose lists or Pinterest boards. Photographers who want genuine expressions rather than awkward, shy stares. Anyone who wants to create senior portraits that today’s seniors actually connect with. How to Join This class is available exclusively to CreativeLive subscribers. Not a subscriber? Join here. The class will be delivered via Zoom Webinars. You’ll need access to Zoom through a web browser or the Zoom app in order to participate. To reserve your spot, register using the Sign Up form and button above. Space is limited. A unique Zoom join link will be sent to the maximum number of participants per class. You’ll receive this link one hour before the class start time. About the Instructor Chris and Brandy Gronde, better known as “The Grondes,” are international award-winning wedding and senior portrait photographers based in Indianapolis, IN. Chris was the third-place finalist on season two of The Creator Series, as well as a member of Team USA and bronze medalist in the 2024 World Photographic Cup. Both Chris and Brandy’s work have been featured in magazines like Shutter Magazine, Wedding Day Magazine, and on the cover of Senior Year Magazine. They have been running a successful studio since 2009, first in Washington, DC, and now in Indianapolis, where they are known for their high-fashion senior portraits and timeless wedding photography.

iPhone Photography Masterclass: The Tech with Jack Hollingsworth

Tue, Jun 23, 7–8:30pm ET Live Online

This seminar is for CreativeLive subscribers only. Not subscribed? Start here! This session introduces students to the iPhone’s camera system and the settings, features, and functions that actually shape a photograph. It provides a deeper understanding of how the iPhone works—exposure, focus, lenses, and formats—along with the essential tools built into the camera that influence every image. The goal of this class is to establish a technical foundation that allows you to shoot with intention instead of relying on chance. By understanding how each tool affects your final image, you’ll be able to make more purposeful decisions and get stronger results from the camera already in your pocket. This class includes a dedicated 30 minutes of Q&A with Jack Hollingsworth. What You'll Learn Understand how the iPhone camera works and which settings, features, and functions actually affect your photos. Control exposure to capture the right brightness, detail, and mood in any lighting situation. Direct focus intentionally to keep your subject sharp and guide the viewer’s eye. Choose the right lens for each scene and understand what each one is built to do. Select the best formats for your photos and understand how they affect quality and editing flexibility. Use the iPhone’s essential camera tools to shoot with intention instead of relying on chance. Who It's For Beginners who want to get more out of the camera already in their pocket. iPhone users who shoot on auto and want to take real creative control. Hobbyist photographers looking to strengthen their technical foundation. Content creators who want better photos without carrying extra gear. Anyone curious about how their iPhone camera actually works and how to use it with purpose. How to Join The class will be delivered via Zoom Webinars. You’ll need access to Zoom through a web browser or the Zoom app in order to participate. To reserve your spot, register using the Sign Up form and button above. Space is limited. A unique Zoom join link will be sent to the maximum number of participants per class. You’ll receive this link one hour before the class start time. About the Instructor Jack Hollingsworth is a professional photographer who has traveled the world taking pictures for commercial, advertising, and editorial clients for over 30 years. One day, he put down his big, heavy DSLRs, picked up an iPhone, started shooting, and rediscovered his love for photography. Since his mobile conversion, Jack has shot over a million iPhone photos, using 10 different devices, in over 50 countries around the world, and he has become one of today’s leading authorities on smartphone photography. His work has appeared in Apple’s #ShotoniPhone campaign, and he is a speaker at Apple stores worldwide.

iPhone Photography Masterclass: The Art with Jack Hollingsworth

Thu, Jun 25, 7–8:30pm ET Live Online

This seminar is for CreativeLive subscribers only. Not subscribed? Start here! This session focuses on composition—the design choices and visual decisions that determine what a viewer sees and feels in a photograph. Students learn how to shape a scene, control where attention goes, and create meaning through framing, balance, and visual hierarchy. The goal is to move beyond simply capturing what’s in front of you and toward building images with intention, where every element in the frame is there for a reason. By understanding composition as a system of deliberate choices, you’ll be able to create iPhone photos that feel more purposeful, compelling, and emotionally effective. This class includes a dedicated 30 minutes of Q&A with Jack Hollingsworth. What You'll Learn Understand composition as a system of deliberate visual decisions rather than guesswork. Shape a scene intentionally so every element in the frame serves a purpose. Control where a viewer’s attention goes and guide the eye through the image. Use framing to isolate your subject and strengthen the story a photo tells. Apply balance and visual hierarchy to create images that feel ordered and compelling. Create meaning and emotional impact through thoughtful design choices. Who It's For Beginners who want their photos to feel intentional rather than accidental. iPhone photographers ready to move past technical settings into creative decisions. Hobbyists who take sharp photos but want them to be more compelling. Content creators looking to make images that hold attention and communicate clearly. Anyone curious about why some photos draw you in and how to create that effect on purpose. How to Join The class will be delivered via Zoom Webinars. You’ll need access to Zoom through a web browser or the Zoom app in order to participate. To reserve your spot, register using the Sign Up form and button above. Space is limited. A unique Zoom join link will be sent to the maximum number of participants per class. You’ll receive this link one hour before the class start time. About the Instructor Jack Hollingsworth is a professional photographer who has traveled the world taking pictures for commercial, advertising, and editorial clients for over 30 years. One day, he put down his big, heavy DSLRs, picked up an iPhone, started shooting, and rediscovered his love for photography. Since his mobile conversion, Jack has shot over a million iPhone photos, using 10 different devices, in over 50 countries around the world, and he has become one of today’s leading authorities on smartphone photography. His work has appeared in Apple’s #ShotoniPhone campaign, and he is a speaker at Apple stores worldwide.

iPhone Photography Masterclass: The Subjects with Jack Hollingsworth

Tue, Jun 30, 7–8:30pm ET Live Online

This seminar is for CreativeLive subscribers only. Not subscribed? Start here! This session applies everything from the first two masterclasses to real-world shooting situations. Each destination represents a different photographic genre—photowalking, road-tripping, exotic travel, model work, coastal scenes, mindful photography, cruise photography, color, portraiture, and interiors. Students see how an experienced photographer works in each environment: what to look for, how to read a scene, and how to adapt an approach to match the subject in front of you. The goal is to turn technical and compositional knowledge into instinct that holds up anywhere. This class includes a dedicated 30 minutes of Q&A with Jack Hollingsworth. What You'll Learn Apply core technical and compositional skills to real shooting situations, anytime and anywhere. Adapt your approach across genres—photowalking, travel, coastal, portraiture, interiors, and more. Read any environment quickly and recognize what's worth photographing and why. Develop an intentional eye that holds up regardless of subject or location. Understand how a working photographer thinks through and shoots different scenes. Build the confidence to make deliberate photographs in unfamiliar places and conditions. Who It's For Photographers who want to shoot with intention wherever they go. Travelers and road-trippers who want to come home with photos worth keeping. iPhone shooters ready to apply their skills outside controlled settings. Hobbyists looking to develop a consistent eye across many subjects and locations. Anyone who wants to confidently photograph any scene, genre, or destination they encounter. How to Join The class will be delivered via Zoom Webinars. You’ll need access to Zoom through a web browser or the Zoom app in order to participate. To reserve your spot, register using the Sign Up form and button above. Space is limited. A unique Zoom join link will be sent to the maximum number of participants per class. You’ll receive this link one hour before the class start time. About the Instructor Jack Hollingsworth is a professional photographer who has traveled the world taking pictures for commercial, advertising, and editorial clients for over 30 years. One day, he put down his big, heavy DSLRs, picked up an iPhone, started shooting, and rediscovered his love for photography. Since his mobile conversion, Jack has shot over a million iPhone photos, using 10 different devices, in over 50 countries around the world, and he has become one of today’s leading authorities on smartphone photography. His work has appeared in Apple’s #ShotoniPhone campaign, and he is a speaker at Apple stores worldwide.

In-Camera Creative Artistry - Gels, Smoke and Shutter Drag with Alain Martinez

Thu, Jul 9, 1–2:30pm ET Live Online

This seminar is for CreativeLive subscribers only. Not subscribed? Start here! This creative portrait class shows how to transform ordinary shoots into bold, memorable images using practical in-camera techniques. In this session, Alain Martinez demonstrates how to use colored gels, smoke, shutter drag, rear-curtain flash, and other tools to create portraits with more drama, movement, and visual impact. Through multiple live scenarios, you’ll see how these effects come together in real time, from initial concept to final execution. The class focuses on achievable techniques that can be used on a wide range of shoots, helping photographers create images that feel more stylized, dynamic, and client-ready without relying on heavy post-production. This class includes a dedicated 30 minutes of Q&A with Alain Martinez. What You'll Learn How to combine video light and flash in the same image. How to freeze motion with flash for sharper, more intentional results. How to create more drama and atmosphere in a portrait. How to use simple tools to produce striking in-camera effects. How gels, smoke, shutter drag, and rear-curtain flash can add creativity and energy to your images. Who It's For Intermediate photographers who want to add more creativity and stylized effects to their portraits. Advanced photographers interested in combining flash, continuous light, and motion techniques. Portrait photographers who want to create bolder, more memorable client work. Creatives looking for practical in-camera effects that can be applied on real shoots. How to Join This class is available exclusively to CreativeLive subscribers. Not a subscriber? Join here. The class will be delivered via Zoom Webinars. You’ll need access to Zoom through a web browser or the Zoom app in order to participate. To reserve your spot, register using the Sign Up form and button above. Space is limited. A unique Zoom join link will be sent to the maximum number of participants per class. You’ll receive this link one hour before the class start time.

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