Portrait Studio Lighting MasterClass II
For Advanced
Who Should Attend
This masterclass is for advanced photographers who want to explore lighting techniques further and truly understand how light behaves — how it shapes emotion, sets the mood of a scene, and affects the model’s look and expression.
Throughout the course, I’ll be sharing what I’ve learned in my 15 years of shooting portraits and fashion — from troubleshooting lighting setups to working with models and bringing out their best expressions. These are lessons shaped by real shoots, real challenges, and real discoveries about how light can transform an image.
This class is for you if:
You already have experience with studio lighting and want to take it to the next level.
You want to refine your control over light and mood in portrait and fashion work.
You’re looking to develop your own distinct lighting style that tells a story and evokes emotion.
You want to deepen your connection with your subjects and learn how light influences their energy and expression.
All modern studio equipment used by professional is provided during the class. All camera gears is expected from the students.
If you’re ready to go beyond just using light — and start feeling and shaping it — this masterclass is for you.
Syllabus
Week 1: Fundamentals & Camera Mastery
Course Syllabus Intro & Expectations
Exposure Triangle & Studio Camera Settings (Flash Sync Speed, ISO, Aperture)
Model Direction & Basic Posing Techniques
Assignment: Research a notable fashion/portrait photographer & analyze their lighting style.
Week 2: Studio Gear & File Management
Assignment Review (Photographer Analysis)
Intro to Studio Gear: Strobes, Continuous Lights, Modifiers, & Triggers
Digital Image & File Management (RAW Workflow, Culling, Color Profiles)
Advanced Lighting Setups Demo & Hands-On Practice
Assignment: Practice a basic 1-light setup with a subject.
Week 3: Beauty Lighting Setups
Assignment Review
Creative Beauty Lighting Setup & Modifier Selection Demo
Live Shoot: Practice with Model on Set
Assignment: Beauty Portrait Shoot.
Week 4: Beauty Retouching & Post-Processing
Review Beauty Shoot RAW Images
High-End Retouching Workflow (Frequency Separation, Dodge & Burn, Color Grading)
Export Settings for Web, Print, & Client Delivery
Assignment: Fully retouch 2 beauty portraits from Week 3.
Week 5: Editorial Lighting Setups
Review Retouched Beauty Assignments
Storytelling & Concept Building for Editorial Work
Editorial Lighting Setup Demo
Live Shoot: Practice with Model on Set
Assignment: Editorial Lighting Shoot based on a mood board.
Week 6: Advanced Strobe Lighting & Gel Techniques
Review Editorial Assignments
Modifying Strobe Light: Hard vs. Soft, Color Gels, Grids, & Snoots
Creative Strobe Setups Demo
Live Shoot: Practice with Model on Set
Assignment: Creative Strobe Shoot.
Week 7: Continuous Light & Mixed Light
Review Creative Strobe Assignments
Mastering Continuous Lighting & Constant Light Modifiers
Mixing Strobe with Continuous Light (Motion Blur + Flash Sync)
Live Shoot: Practice with Model on Set
Assignment: Creative Continuous/Mixed Light Shoot.
Week 8: Deconstructing Light & Reverse Engineering
Review Continuous Light Assignments
Reverse-Engineering Lighting Setups from Commercial Ads & Magazine Covers
Reading Shadows, Catchlights, and Falloff
Assignment: Select a complex reference image to deconstruct, plan, and execute.
Week 9: Creative Execution & Portfolio Building
Review Deconstruction Plans & Reference Images
Live Shoot: Executing the Complex Lighting Reference Setup with Model
Fast-Track Culling and Batch Processing
Assignment: Finalize top 3 portfolio pieces from the course.
Week 10: Final Portfolio Presentation & Review
Presentation of Student Final Creative Assignments
Comprehensive Course Review & Q&A
Business Basics: Pricing, Client Management, & Studio Marketing
Graduation & Certificate Presentation
Course Fee: P32,000
Photographer: Albert Pedrosa