Concrete Jungle

the Art of Parking Garage Portraits

with Jay Batchler

Step into the unassuming world of parking garages and emerge with stunning portraiture that exudes high-fashion flair. In this dynamic workshop, we'll explore how to transform the ordinary into the extraordinary, using the unique textures and moody ambiance of a parking structure.

You will learn how to harness the ambient light, play with shadows, and master the art of styling to create photos that pop with personality and intrigue. Jay Batchler will guide you through editorial posing techniques that will empower you to direct your models with confidence and creativity, making every shot a work of art.

Bring your camera, unleash your imagination, and prepare to redefine the boundaries of beauty photography. By the end of this workshop, you’ll have a portfolio brimming with striking images that showcase your newfound skills and a fresh perspective on an overlooked urban landscape. Get ready to fall in love with photography all over again!

What to Expect:

  • Dramatic Lighting: Photographer’s best kept secret is the amazing unassuming light of provided by a simple parking garage. We’ll cover the best spots to use for optimal lighting

  • Editorial Posing: Master the art of posing with our expert instructors guiding you through dynamic and engaging poses that flatter your model and tell a story. Get ready to dive into the nuances of body language and facial expression to create captivating images.

  • Settings: We’ll ensure the best settings and simplified equipment for your best photos.

  • Editing: We’ll use the amazing portrait editing software Aperty to complete the photographic process

Whether you’re polishing your portfolio or starting a new creative journey, this workshop is designed to be fun and informative. Bring your camera, your creativity, and let’s make some magic together!

Location:

This workshop will be held at our Sandy Springs Location!

About Jay Batchler

Jay Batchler is a Portrait/Headshot photographer and a graduate of University North Carolina School of The Arts where he acquired a BFA in Film Editing. Currently, Jay works as an editor in the film industry where he primarily works on episodic and feature films aired on television ( i.e. BET, A&E - Lifetime, and TV One). Before starting a full time career in the film industry, Jay worked in the Photo Industry on projects that were for Coca-Cola, Bud-Light, Hilton Hotels and Resorts, Marriot Hotels, and many more.

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What do I need for this workshop?

Students are asked to bring their cameras with a portrait lens. Bring reflector kits if you own them as well.

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