Introduction To Studio Photography

After several years working as a fashion & portrait photographer in Australia, I’m back in Sydney to host my most popular photography workshop.

Join us for a half-day intensive where you’ll gain the skills and confidence to master studio lighting, opening up new creative possibilities and upgrading the services you offer your clients.

If you’ve ever felt limited by your knowledge of lighting - this workshop is for you.

By the end of the session, you'll feel confident planning your next studio shoot and have a clear understanding of which equipment to invest in.

Studio Fundamentals - Get a thorough introduction of strobe lights and learn how to use them efficiently. You will learn how to set up your gear, including light stands, strobes, modifiers, and triggers.

Lighting modifiers - Get a comprehensive run through of all the lighting modifiers used in fashion and portrait photography and learn how to create timeless lighting setups that will make your images stand out.

Lighting Setups & Portfolio Walkthrough – Leave with a full PDF of timeless lighting setups, and together we’ll break down the exact setups behind my portfolio images so you can confidently recreate them in your own time.

Creative time - Take advantage of the spare time in the studio to get familiar with the equipment, try out different lighting setups and modifiers and get creative.

Connect & Collaborate – Meet like-minded creatives in the industry for inspiration and networking. This is a supportive environment for humble and kind creatives to come together in a no-gatekeeping space, where you can ask questions, share ideas, and learn the fundamentals of studio lighting.

Snap a Headshot - Seize the opportunity to capture a new headshot for yourself while you're in the studio. During the shoot time at the end of the workshop, you'll explore different lighting setups with another photographer - perfect timing to refresh your profile image.

Health & Safety - Learn how to work safely in the studio, including tips for electrical safety and other important safety considerations.Please note that to attend this workshop you will need a DSLR or mirrorless camera, as well as a basic understanding of shooting in manual mode. If you have no prior experience or feel unsure about your skill level, please ensure you practice beforehand or contact Paulinne directly with any questions.

No prior studio experience is necessary for this workshop. This event caters to all photography genres. All lighting equipment will be provided on the day.

Please find the ‘what to bring’ list below.

A camera that you can put in manual mode.

Spare memory cards + battery.

Preferred lens: 24-70mm / 85mm / 50mm/ 35mm.

Notepad and pen. Laptops are not necessary.

“Hi Paulinne, I wanted to share how your February workshop ignited my growth as a photographer. Before that, I hadn't studied anything, but what I took away from those few hours was a sense of confidence and an understanding of the craftsmanship behind the art. That encouraged me to dedicate most of my free time, and I can see progress in my work. Thanks again for that. I am now waiting for the level 2 workshop, if you are still planning it. Do you? Best wishes from Copenhagen - Stefan

“I found the course the be very clear and easy to understand. We had such a lovely group of people and not only did we all come away with new skills, we came away with some lovely new connections. Paulinne creates a lovely space to learn and explore studio lighting, I would definitely recommend it to anyone just starting out on your studio lighting journey.” - Maria

“The studio lighting workshop was great! I’ve been photographing for a few years using natural light and the occasional on camera flash but I’d always wanted to learn more about using studio lights. Paulinne gave us a such a comprehensive introduction to the most common lights, working in a studio setting and talked through plenty of examples of her own photos. We also had the opportunity to try out different light set ups with our own cameras. It was such a fun day! Thanks so much, Paulinne :)” - MJ

“I have nothing but praise and positivity to say about the recent workshop that I attended with Paulinne. The way the information was given out was easy to understand and simple. I loved that we were showed how to physically do the things we were being taught and then given to opportunity to put it into place ourselves. I could have spent all day in there with those people. THANK YOU!” - Amity