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April 18

Art Of Portraiture With Sony

Learn how to use natural and studio lighting, pose subjects confidently, and use your camera settings effectively to create striking, professional-looking portraits.
When:

April 18, 2026
1:30PM - 4:30PM PT

Where:

Samy's Camera - Santa Ana

Address:

3309 B S. Bristol St
Santa Ana, CA 92704

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This class features a lecture and a live model shoot. There will be Sony demo gear available for students to use during the model shoot. Whether you’re photographing clients, friends, or building a portfolio, this class will give you the tools to elevate your portrait work. You will be able to try out what you learned during the lecture while you participate in the live model shoot. You will also be able to try out a variety of Sony’s mirrorless cameras and lenses.

What You’ll Learn:
–Camera settings for portrait photography
–Natural vs. artificial lighting techniques
–Posing and directing subjects
–Composition and background control

***Please bring an SD card to the workshop for the live shooting portion.

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