Studio Lighting Workshop, Tulsa OK

Boudoir lighting & posing workshop 📍 September 28, 2025 – MOIRA Studios, Tulsa, OK

This October I’m bringing my studio workshop series to MOIRA Studios in Tulsa for a full day of boudoir-focused education and shooting. We’re going deep into the art of light and pose — not just setups you can copy, but how to think, see, and create with intention.

If you know my work, you know I’ve spent years obsessed with how light shapes emotion, texture, and sensual energy in portraiture. Boudoir isn’t about clichés or forced posing. It’s about creating something powerful, authentic, and personal — something that resonates with both the subject and the viewer.

This class is for photographers who don’t just want to “get some shots,” but who want to understand why a lighting choice changes the mood, how to guide a subject toward natural yet magnetic posing, and how to shape the studio environment into a canvas for their vision. You’ll learn how I approach light design, directing models with sensitivity, using posing to emphasize form, and tying it all together with color and mood.

We’ll be working with the incredible Briana Noir, whose presence and artistry make her a phenomenal subject for exploring sensual portraiture. You’ll have hands-on shooting opportunities, and I’ll be giving direct feedback throughout the day. All experience levels are welcome — this is about growth, clarity, and pushing your creative voice further.

If you’ve ever felt stuck or unsure in the studio, or if you’re ready to take your boudoir work beyond surface-level aesthetics, this is your chance to reset, recharge, and refine your craft.

Space is limited. Join me in Tulsa at MOIRA Studios this October — let’s create something unforgettable together.

Workshop etiquette & participation policyThis workshop is a guided, educational experience, not a free-for-all portfolio shoot. Please respect the flow of the class and wait for your turn to shoot. No sideline shooting or interruptions.

Our model, Briana Noir, is a professional who works hard to help us create in a safe, creative, and professional environment. Her comfort and boundaries are non-negotiable — her word is final.

The real takeaway isn’t just a handful of images — it’s knowledge. Come ready to learn, ask questions, and focus on building your understanding of lighting and posing in boudoir. Respect the space, respect the process, and respect each other.

Info: Let's get to know each other! Everyone starts settling in at 1pm for a quick meet & greet, plus initial opening Q&A if anyone has anything to ask or discuss. **All scheduled times are subject to small changes, and all attendees will be emailed if any changes occur**

Info: Light is integral to how a mood is conveyed in a portrait, and how you complement or contrast it is something Nino loves to explore. He will review several lighting setups, and crucially, will explain *why* he lights the way he does, covering the philosophy and vision behind using light in intimate portraiture. Mixing and matching strobes with ambient, and the willingness to improvise with excitement, not disappointment. This is hands-on as well, so be sure to bring your camera and favorite lenses. **All scheduled times are subject to small changes, and all attendees will be emailed if any changes occur**

Info: Any and remaining questions are welcome as we wrap up a full day of curriculum!

Host or Publisher Nino Batista + Freyja Rae