The Ultimate

Fantasy Photoshoot

Group of photographers taking pictures of a woman with black hair, dressed in black, in a corridor with arched doorways and a tiled floor.

Grab your sword, get on the parapet, Gondor calls for aid! We’re bringing your favorite fantasy characters to life for this immersive photoshoot.

Join Director and professional nerd, Sara Keith, for this incredibly unique experience.

One does not simply walk into a fantasy photoshoot…so we’ve gathered four incredibly talented cosplayers to bring your favorite characters to life!

We’ll use distinct lighting techniques and special effects to make these photos Cauldron-worthy.

So hop on your dragon and fly up to the AMAZING Uhuburg Castle in Helen, GA!

Two people dressed as fantasy characters pose inside an open green wooden shed with forest in the background. The person on the left is a tall man with dark hair, wearing a cape and black leather costume, holding a sword in his right hand. The person on the right is a woman with long red hair, wearing a dark green shirt, with a quiver of arrows on her back and a bow in her hand. She is standing with her stance wide and looking back over her shoulder.

We’ll cover:

  • Lighting and Setting: Discover the secrets of lighting and setting that can transform a simple photograph into a mesmerizing visual masterpiece. Master various lighting setups and techniques, both in-studio and outdoors, to create the perfect ambiance and highlight the beauty of flowing dresses.

  • Model Directing and Posing: Develop your skills in model directing and posing, ensuring that your subjects exude grace and charm. Learn how to communicate effectively with models, guide their movements, and capture the perfect moments that make a flying dress photograph truly extraordinary.

  • Practical Shooting Sessions: Put your newly acquired knowledge into practice during live, hands-on shooting sessions with everyday people! Experiment with different poses, lighting setups, and locations, all while receiving personalized guidance and feedback from our instructors.



This workshop is open to all photography and books enthusiasts, regardless of skill level or experience.

This workshop will also include a follow-up recording of Sara’s editing process,

showing you the best tips and tricks for editing fantasy cosplay photos.

Group of six people dressed as medieval or fantasy characters, posing outdoors among statues and trees. Some are in armor and wield swords, others in elegant or rugged costumes.

Looking to brush up on the latest stories before the photoshoot?

Support your local bookstore!

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Featured Cosplayers

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Featured Cosplayers ~

A woman with long, wavy, reddish-blonde hair, wearing a white, cream-colored gown with gold embellishments, standing in a doorway with white walls, looking thoughtful.

Emma Palmer

@theromaticrealist

A man dressed in medieval or fantasy-style black leather clothing, wearing tall black boots, stands in a stone structure with sunlight streaming through a small opening above, holding a sword with both hands.

Jeffery Mayfield

@jeff.does.stunts

A woman with red hair dressed in a white Victorian-style dress holding a sword with a curved blade.

Cami Kaye Wickenhauser

@cami.kaye

More info

Location and meetup details will be provided upon registration.

 

What do I need for this workshop?

Students are asked to bring their cameras with a wide angle lens and/or portrait lens and an external flash if you have one. Bring reflector kits if you own them as well.

Recommended Prerequisites or Equivalent Skills:

  • Photo 1

  • Photo 2

Any questions? Contact us here!