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London · 26 September

Studio Lighting Photography Workshop (7 places)

Learn the light. Build your confidence. Create professional images.

8Hours
7People
£150Per person
Book a place Saturday 26 September

Who is this workshop for?

From a first time under studio lights to photographers who already shoot but want to stop guessing. Everyone works on the same setups at their own level, and nobody leaves without shooting.

Photos you'll create

The kind of images you leave with — lit, shot and directed by you on the day.

Studio portrait in a black leather jacket, shot on a dark grey backdrop
Studio fashion shot of a model unbuttoning a white denim outfit
Full-length studio fashion shot of a model in a long tailored coat
Studio portrait in a black leather trench against a white wall
Beauty portrait with delicate gold jewellery on a white background
Studio beauty portrait in red with a heart pendant pearl necklace

The day is split into two parts

[01]

Theory

Morning · how light works

  • Understanding studio lighting
  • Camera settings for studio photography
  • How to set up your camera correctly
  • Working with flash and studio lights
  • Understanding different light modifiers
  • Hard light vs soft light
  • How the position of the light changes the image
  • How to plan a lighting setup before the shoot
  • Choosing the right setup for different types of photography
[02]

Practice

Afternoon · camera in your hands

  • Build and test lighting setups
  • Work with professional studio equipment
  • Practice changing and controlling the light
  • Photograph professional models
  • Individual shooting time
  • Adjust the lighting during a real shoot
  • Create different looks with studio lighting
  • Build professional images for your portfolio

Meet your workshop host

Yuliia Hryb, commercial and fashion photographer

Yuliia Hryb

Commercial & fashion photographer

Yuliia shoots commercial and fashion work in London — campaign images, lookbooks, beauty and brand photography, most of it made with studio light.

She teaches the same setups she uses on paid jobs: how to read what a light is doing, how to shape it, and how to rebuild it quickly when a shoot changes direction. No secret formulas, just the reasoning behind each decision.

The group stays small so everyone gets time on the floor with her while they shoot.

Selected work

Menswear studio portrait by Yuliia Hryb
Beauty photography by Yuliia Hryb
Editorial fashion photography by Yuliia Hryb
Fashion photography by Yuliia Hryb

Inside a real shoot

A look at the light, the set and the process from one of our previous workshops.

Work from our previous students

Shot on previous workshop days by photographers who arrived without studio experience.

Beauty portrait shot by a previous workshop participant
Moody leather-jacket portrait shot by a previous workshop participant
Studio portrait shot by a previous workshop participant
Skincare beauty shot by a previous workshop participant
Editorial studio shot by a previous workshop participant
Sportswear studio shot by a previous workshop participant
Studio fashion shot by a previous workshop participant
Studio portrait shot by a previous workshop participant
Casual studio shot by a previous workshop participant

What photographers say about our workshops

"

I attended a studio lighting workshop and really enjoyed the experience! Everything was explained in a clear and practical way. We tried a few different setups and left with photos for my portfolio — I feel much more confident working with studio lighting.

Workshop participant, DM
"

Thank you so much for the workshop — I came away with a much better understanding of studio portrait lighting. I love that you're passionate about what you do.

Workshop participant, DM
"

Before the workshop I was scared to change my Kelvin, can you believe that? The lighting setup you had set changed the goal posts — such a good way of learning on the spot.

Workshop participant, DM
"

I loved the workshop — an amazing opportunity to learn from an experienced photographer and network with other creatives. I especially loved that everyone got to work with each model individually.

Workshop participant, DM
"

Really informative, well-structured, and genuinely fun. What I particularly loved was the dedicated time for each person to practise — you didn't just sit and watch, you actually did.

Workshop participant, DM
"

I had a great time at the workshops I attended. The tutoring was really helpful and we all got a good amount of time with the models. The people at Your Space made a nice, friendly and welcoming atmosphere.

Workshop participant, DM

Book your place

Studio Lighting Photography Workshop — a full day, 8 hours, on 26 September. £150 per person.

The workshop includes

  • Full 8-hour workshop
  • Theory
  • Studio lighting fundamentals
  • Camera settings
  • Shoot planning
  • Practical lighting setups
  • Hands-on practice
  • Two professional models with professional makeup and styling
  • Individual one-to-one shooting time with each model
  • Professional studio equipment
  • New professional images for your portfolio
  • Snacks and refreshments
  • Networking
  • Open Q&A with the teacher
  • Ask questions about photography, editing, clients and the business
  • Editing and workflow tips
  • Website and portfolio advice
  • Photography business tips and guidance
Date
26 September
Duration
Full day — 8 hours
Places
Only 7 places available
£150

Per person

Book your place — £150

Workshop schedule

10:00–11:00

Theory

Studio lighting fundamentals, camera settings, lighting equipment and shoot planning.

11:00–13:00

Model 1

Hands-on practice, first lighting setup and individual shooting time with the first professional model.

13:00–14:00

Break, networking & open Q&A

Snacks, networking and relaxed conversation. Ask anything about photography, editing, clients, websites, portfolios or the business.

14:00–16:00

Model 2

Second lighting setup, hands-on practice and individual shooting time with the second professional model.

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