The workshop begins with a 1-on-1 Zoom call with Jeremy (scheduled prior to the in-studio workshop). This session is designed to discuss your goals, expectations, and how to accommodate the day for you.
The second part of the workshop takes place in a professional commercial studio, where we’ll break down the tools and techniques behind strong portrait lighting. You’ll gain a clear understanding of strobes, modifiers, light meters, and camera settings. The goal is to remove the guesswork so you can confidently translate your ideas into portfolio-quality images from a technical and creative lens.
Throughout the day, you’ll photograph professional models while experimenting with a variety of lighting setups. With access to a wide range of lighting equipment and modifiers, you’ll see firsthand how different tools shape and control light.
We’ll also focus on set etiquette while directing your subject and building rapport on set, helping you communicate clearly with each model. The goal is to give you the space to experiment, refine your lighting approach, and leave with a new body of work for your portfolio and the confidence to photograph people creatively and professionally.
This workshop is for photographers of all abilities looking to start or continue using studio lighting in their photography. It is strongly advised you have an understanding of shutter-speed, aperture, ISO, and how to adjust these settings in your camera confidently.
Hands-on workshop in a commercial studio // 9am-5pm.
A copy of Jeremy Fokkens book: The Human Connection (Rocky Mountain Books).
Pre-workshop video consultation where we go through your goals, struggles, and portfolio review.
Professional talent model(s).
All modifiers, strobes/lighting, backdrops, transmitters, and light meters.
Lighting assistant on set.
YES! - Lunch is provided.
Camera (SLR), lenses, tripod, fresh batteries, charger; Bring the kit!
Notebook & Pen.
Water bottle to avoid waste.
Willingness to learn and make mistakes.
Jeremy Fokkens is a portrait and advertising photographer based in Calgary. His range of subjects and work is wide-spread having visited over 60 countries to date including living in Bangladesh, Nepal, and Los Angeles. These experiences lead to his first published book titled “The Human Connection”. His work has been featured in: Macleans, The Walrus, TEDx, Washington Post, NPR, CBC, The Whyte Museum, and more.
His client list includes: Deloitte, Olympics (International Olympic Committee), Toyota, Visa, Bank of Canada, ATB Financial, Travel Alberta, Rogers Media, Corus Entertainment, and Etsy. Since 2014, Jeremy has been working on a cross-Canada project called “Back To The Land”, photographing people from small towns and remote areas.
Still have questions? - jeremy@jeremyfokkens.com
Limited to 10 Individuals
CA$749.00
Refundable up to 15 days prior to workshop.
If you can’t attend, you may transfer your spot to one person with proof of original purchase.