Lighting for Portrait Photography
In this course, photographer and teacher Natalie Fobes introduces the techniques behind lighting for portraiture. Its begins with a look at the role of light in setting the mood of a portrait, and then looks at the essential gear photographers need for continuous-light portraiture. The techniques shown are also applicable to strobe lighting. Common one-light and two-light lighting techniques, explaining exposure, metering considerations, and light modifiers are also introduced.
Learning objectives
- Understanding lighting positions
- Deconstructing photos to study lighting
- Lighting a portrait for a Rembrandt pattern
- Backlighting in portraits
- Examining a four-light portrait scenario
- Lighting for different skin tones
Date / Time: Thursday, June 29th, 2023 fro 6:00 – 7:30 PM
Audience: Any interested LSCFTA member
Location: 49 S. Portage, Westfield, NY; Upper Floor, Innovation Studio Room
To Register: Contact LSCFTA by calling 716-224-2135 or by sending an email to
admin@lakeshorecenterforthearts.com or fill out the form below
Innovation Studio Class Signup
