Portrait Photography

What cameras can be used for this class?

Digital DSLR & Mirrorless Cameras

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Unleash your creativity and learn the art of capturing the essence of your subjects in our four-week Portrait Photography Class! Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to refine your skills, this class is designed to make photography fun and accessible for everyone.

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WEEK 1

  • Lenses

  • Camera Settings

  • Composition and Framing Basics

  • Different types of portrait photography

WEEK 2

  • Natural Lighting Portraits

  • Posing a single person

  • How to connect with and direct your subject

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WEEK 3

  • Unique Lighting in Studio

  • How to use artificial light

  • Using color

WEEK 4

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Join us for this exciting journey into portrait photography! By the end of the class, you'll have the skills and confidence to capture beautiful portraits of friends, family, or even clients if you’re looking to start your own photography business. Come play with us, and let’s create magic together!

What’s all included?

Meet Your Instructor

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Meet Your Instructor //

Sara Keith

Director

Sara is living out her dream as Director of the Atlanta School of Photography, providing photographic education to the amazing Atlanta community.

Sara received her first digital camera from her grandfather when she was twelve years old. Sara received her BFA in Photography from the Savannah College of Art and Design with a minor in Film and Television.

She is an animal lover, food lover, and traveler.

Sara’s photography and consultation clients include the Woodruff Arts Center, Delta, Inspire Brands, US Bank, Mailchimp and Ponce City Market.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Just your wonderful self!

  • Yes! For both locations!


    Our Old Fourth Ward has a dedicated parking lot. We will send out a validation code just prior to the workshop start time.

    Our Sandy Springs location has a parking deck dedicated to Northside Tower.

  • We absolutely welcome note taking! But, we also send out a link to the slide deck presentation from every workshop, so you can focus on learning.

  • You can send us an email at staff@atlschoolofphoto.com or call or text us at 404-996-6978

  • The majority of our workshops are beginner friendly! However, if you want to be sure, email us at staff@atlschoolofphoto.com

    Be sure to check out our Photo 1 class to learn more