Craft
Natural Light Portraits
Learn to read window light and make calm, honest portraits with any camera.
Instructor
Lena Brandt
Duration
6 weeks · 20 lessons
Level
Beginner
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What you will learn
How window light behaves through the day, how to meter it, and how to place a sitter so the face looks natural. We cover reflectors, simple backgrounds and helping people relax.
What you will make
You will shoot and edit a small series of five portraits and a one-page contact sheet to share with your cohort.
Syllabus
Week 1
Seeing light
Study how window light changes with time and direction.
Week 2
Placing the sitter
Position, posture and distance for a natural look.
Week 3
Reflectors and shadows
Shape shadows with simple, cheap tools.
Week 4
Direction and conversation
Help people relax and give clear, kind directions.
Week 5
Editing
Edit for tone, skin and mood without overworking.
Week 6
Series and review
Finish five portraits and get a detailed review from Lena.
YOUR MENTOR
Lena Brandt
Photographer, Berlin
Shoots portraits and still life for independent magazines.
Enroll
$179
One-time payment · lifetime access
✓ All lessons and project briefs
✓ Weekly live session with your cohort
✓ Mentor feedback on three projects
✓ Certificate of completion
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