Night Portrait Photography

Alejandro welcomes you to the course by telling you about his professional trajectory and his main influences that will serve as inspiration. He also explains what you are about to learn in the course, from the idea for your portrait right up to the post-production phase.

Continue by learning all there is to know about the tools you’ll need, such as flashlights and flashes to use for lighting, as well as the equipment you need to shoot your nocturnal portrait.

Select a theme, the mood of your photo, and the pivotal aspect of your story. Once you’ve found it, carry out an investigation to create a solid concept. See how to carry out good fieldwork when visiting a location and how to analyze the light so you avoid anything unexpected.

Next, get started on your photoshoot! Create your nocturnal portrait in your chosen site. See how to prepare your equipment, find the right angle, and try out the different techniques to give more light to your image. The possibilities are infinite when creating a unique portrait.

Once you’ve created your portrait, see the post-production software that Alejandro uses, his digital workflow, and how he retouches his photos, taking his photographs to an optimal level of expression using color and levels.

Finish the course with a stunning nocturnal portrait that tells a story and all the necessary knowledge to create other portraits and experiment with a variety of lighting techniques.