OLENA HASTILOW PHOTOGRAPHY & ART
Outdoor Portrait Mastery: Natural Light, Flash & Creative Multiple Exposure Editing
(3-Part Course)
Learn how to confidently shoot and edit creative outdoor portraits - from natural light to off-camera flash, and into artistic multiple exposure work.
This is a small, hands-on learning experience designed to help you move beyond guesswork and start creating images with intention.
What You Will Learn
By the end of this course, you will:
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Understand how to see and use natural light in any outdoor situation
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Confidently use off-camera flash without feeling overwhelmed
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Know how to pose and direct a model naturally
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Develop a consistent portrait editing workflow
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Create your own multiple exposure (ME) images
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Gain clarity and confidence in your creative process
Session 1 – Outdoor Portrait Shoot (3.5 hours )
Hands-on practical session
Work with a female model in a real outdoor environment.
You will learn:
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How to use natural light effectively
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How to position and direct your subject
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How to introduce and control off-camera flash
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How to combine natural and artificial light
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How to shoot textures and layers for Multiple Exposure editing
This session is focused on doing, not just watching.
Session 2 – Editing & Creative Techniques (1h 30 mins)
(Online or in person)
You will learn how to bring your images to life through editing:
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Portrait editing workflow (step-by-step)
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Preparing images for multiple exposure
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Introduction to ME editing techniques
Session 3 – Feedback & Multiple Exposure Editing (1h 30 mins)
(Online or in person)
Refine your work and push your creativity further with
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Personalised feedback on your images
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Improving your edits
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Expanding on multiple exposure techniques
Small Group Experience
This course is limited to only 2 participants.
This allows for:
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Personal guidance
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Time to ask questions
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Individual feedback
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A relaxed, supportive learning environment
This workshop is ideal if you:
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Feel unsure about using flash outdoors
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Want to improve your portrait photography
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Struggle with posing or directing people
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Want to develop a consistent editing style
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Are curious about creative techniques like multiple exposure
Location & Details
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Outdoor Session Location: Uttoxeter, Staffordshire
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Dates: July & August (exact dates confirmed after booking)
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Group Size: 2 participants
Investment
£275 per person
Model and full workshop experience included.
Book Your Spot
To book or ask any questions:
info@olenahastilow.com
A Note From Me
I know how overwhelming portrait photography can feel - especially when it comes to lighting and editing.
This workshop is designed to simplify the process and help you build confidence step by step, in a relaxed and supportive environment.