Events at Studio 8
Workshops are a great way to practice new skills, work with other photographers, and get some great images.
Our workshops are typically scheduled for 2 hours. We hire a model for the workshop. Up to 5 photographers can attend. We plan looks and concepts with the model, so those are set. If a workshop includes nude looks the description will clearly state that. We will plan lighting setups, but the group can always agree to modify these.
During the workshop each photographer works one-on-one with the model for about 5 minutes for each look. To get the best outcome, we do not permit "side-shooting" - only one active camera at a time.
All props and equipment are provided. You need to have a camera with a hot shoe that accepts an external flash unit (you do not need a flash) since that is how the the trigger for the strobes is attached. You also need to be able to put your camera into manual mode.
Workshops
The descriptions below give you details about each type of workshop we offer. We have just started to develop our workshop ideas, so we will have more content soon! The button above takes you to the registration page where you can check on upcoming workshop dates.
Please note that some workshops include opportunities to shoot one-on-one with the model before and after the workshop. You can request a time slot on the registration page - the model will contact you to complete the booking (you pay the model directly for these one-on-one shoots).
Studio Lighting Basics
This workshop is designed for photographers who have little or no experience with studio (strobe) lighting. We will work on 2-3 lighting scenarios with varying complexity.
This workshop type typically includes lingerie and fashion looks, no nudity.
Capturing
Motion
If you have some experience with studio strobes, but would like to create more dynamic images, this workshop is for you! We will set up 2 lighting scenarios and our model will select 3 outfits (no nudity). We will focus on capturing the model in motion during dance moves, jumps, and other types of movement. During the workshop we will go over camera and strobe settings, model communication, and other strategies to get great shots.
Artistic Nudes with Belle Amelie
Our model for this workshop is Belle Amelie. She is a full time traveling model who has been published in Hustler magazine and Playboy Centerfold.
She models a variety of genres from fashion to erotic. She is also a hair stylist and makeup artist, so her looks are amazing!
I did a shoot with her recently, you can find two of my images at https://twitter.com/ggreyphoto/status/1720768110511239351
More of her work is on Instagram (@belle__amelie) and her Twitter/X (@BelleAmelie719)
For this workshop we will focus on artistic nude looks. We will pick two lighting setups, and work with Belle on some wardrobe options for variety.
Belle will be available for 1 or 2 individual shoots after the workshop. Contact her directly on her Instagram if you are interested. The studio fee is waived for workshop participants.
Studio Competition
During this event each photographer works 4 styled shoots with 4 different models (2 male, 2 female) given 4 different themes (details will be provided at the event). Photographers have full rights to the images they take; each photographer is asked to edit 3 images per model (12 total) and submit them to the models as well as to a panel of judges.
The judges will select a winner of the competition (the prize is 2 hours of studio time) and a runner-up (who wins 1 hour of studio time).
Artistic Nudes with Anastasia Maye
Our model for this workshop is Anastasia Maye. She is a full time fashion/nude/budoir traveling model.
I have shot with her multiple times, an example is at https://twitter.com/ggreyphoto/status/1674853720385806358.
More of her work is on Instagram (@anastasiamaye_official) and her Twitter/X (@anastasia_maye)
For this workshop we will focus on artistic nude looks. We will pick two lighting setups, and work with Anastasia on some wardrobe options for variety.
Anastasia will be available for individual shoots before and after the workshop. Contact her directly on her Instagram if you are interested. The studio fee is waived for workshop participants.
Blacklight with Molly Beth
Molly Beth will model blacklight glow makeup and body paint, as well as provide insight into products and techniques.
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Initial Look: Makeup and Face Paint, Body Designs (scales, spatters, use of stencils and more)
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Final Look: Extensive body paint coverage (brushed, finger painted, hand prints and more)
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While based on art-nude poses, both looks will offer opportunities to choose to shoot portraits, body shapes and/or body scapes.
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Molly Beth is available for non-paint private one-on-one shoots prior to the workshop. Following the workshop, she can be booked to shoot in her painted state.
Private shoots booked hourly: $185.
Workshop attendees discounted private rate: $150
Bondage with Rachel Adams
Rachel Adams is an internationally known bondage model. Participants will learn the basics of glamour bondage photography including safety, model communication, and posing techniques.
Please note: For safety reasons all bondage rigging will be done by studio personnel.
The focus of this workshop is on glamour/beauty bondage looks, nothing extreme.
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