MATERNITY WORKSHOP
AT PRETTY PICTURES PHOTOGRAPHY STUDIO, BANGALORE
WHAT DOES THIS WORKSHOP OFFER?
A hands on guidance to learn the nuances of capturing moms to be with a Live session and post processing. Main area of learning would be safe posing of pregnant women, creating set ups, lighting techniques and the editing workflow.
Mentoring by Preethi Sriram, a recognised and renowned award winning and Internationally certified Newborn Photographer and a member of the 'International Newborn Photography Assosciation' and 'Accredited Professional Newborn Photographers International'.
Ongoing mentoring available even after the workshop
Images shot during this session can be used for your own portfolio.
WHAT DOES THE WORKSHOP INCLUDE?
Preparing for the session - planning the workflow, studio space and preparing the client for the photoshoot.
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Handling Moms to be - when is a good time to photograph them, different poses that are safe for them, how to make them feel comfortable in front of the camera, etc.
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Props and Set ups - Selecting the right Props, Understanding colours, skin tones and creating set ups accordingly.
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Camera gears and controls - cameras, lenses and other equipments. Focus modes and exposures.
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Lighting techniques for maternity photography - how you can use them creatively, including high key and low key images by using studio lights and explanation on how it can be done with natural light.
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Compositing the shots and getting it right in the camera.
Image Review and Editing - A demonstration of the editing process with a few images shot during the live session.
(This is not a Photoshop tutorial, and will only showcase my way of the editing workflow for a session).
*Please note: This workshop does not include teaching of Basics of Photography and Photoshop or Lightroom.
TIME: 10.00am to 6pm
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VENUE: Pretty Pictures Photography Studio
#345, 2nd cross, 1st Block Jayanagar, Bangalore - 560011
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WORKSHOP FEE
(ONE DAY WORKSHOP WITH LIVE SESSION)
₹ 25,000/-
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Email hello@prettypictures.in or WhatsApp 9845277631 for available dates and slots.
To Register, kindly fill in the form below and make the payment.
Payment can be made either through Online Transfer, Google Pay, Debit/Credit Card and Paypal.
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If you want to make/have already made the payment through Bank transfer or Google Pay, please select the 'Offline Payment' method during check out.
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Bank details are as follows:
Bank & Branch: HDFC Bank, 3rd Block Jayanagar, Bangalore
Name: Pretty Pictures Inc
Acc Number: 50200034077620
IFSC Code: HDFC0000261
Type: Current
For Google Pay:
number is 9845277631
WHO CAN ATTEND THIS WORKSHOP?
This workshop aims at understanding the basics of maternity photography in the portrait genre and the techniques involved to create those eye catching portrait images of moms to be. Hence it is aimed at
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a. Beginners and professionals who want to pursue photography in this genre
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b. Hobbyists who love to click pictures for themselves, their relatives and friends
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c. Parents who love to capture and create wonderful memories of themselves during this beautiful phase of their lives.
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Here is your chance to learn the right way to creating those perfect clicks.
WHAT DO YOU NEED TO ENROL FOR THIS WORKSHOP?
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A DSLR camera with a good understanding of how it functions. Should be comfortable to use the camera in manual mode. A basic knowledge of focus, aperture, shutter speed and ISO settings.
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Would be beneficial if you have a basic knowledge of Photoshop. A good understanding about curves, levels, layer masks, filters and other basic tools.
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Lenses - Preferably a 35mm or 50mm lens. Incase you don’t have either of these, you can bring along your kit lens.
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Laptop for the editing session is optional, but you are welcome to bring one if you would like to work along side me wile I demonstrate the editing process. Please make sure Photoshop is installed on the laptop.
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If you have further questions about the workshop, do drop me a note at hello@prettypictures.in