Step outside the studio and into the picturesque neighborhoods of Old Town Alexandria with Laura Hatcher as your guide. This hands-on workshop teaches you how to create professional-quality outdoor portraits and headshots using a simple one-light setup. Learn to harness natural surroundings, scout ideal locations, and adapt studio techniques to outdoor environments.
With Laura’s expert guidance, you’ll gain the confidence to deliver stunning results outdoors while maintaining the polished look of indoor portraits.
What You’ll Learn:
- Lighting on Location: How to use a one-light setup to balance natural and artificial light.
- Location Scouting: Identifying ideal outdoor spots for portraiture.
- Essential Gear: Portable lighting, modifiers, and tools to simplify outdoor sessions.
- Techniques for Posing: Guiding clients to achieve flattering and natural expressions.
- Workflow & Efficiency: Tips to streamline your outdoor sessions for maximum productivity.
By the end of this class, you’ll:
- Understand how to adapt studio lighting techniques to outdoor settings.
- Be equipped to create professional portraits and headshots in natural environments.
- Feel confident navigating location challenges and working efficiently with clients.
Questions can be directed to Marie Joabar at info@capitalphotographycenter.com.
Class Limit: 6 participants.
What People Are Saying About Laura
"I really like how excited Laura is to share her knowledge. She is very generous with her time and talents."
“Laura is a wonderful teacher and I loved her delivery and teaching style. She provided so much more information than I was expecting, and I cannot thank her enough for her candor and her approach."
"Honestly, Mrs. Hatcher is a great teacher. She makes the content practical and very easy to understand."
Instructor: Laura Hatcher
Laura Hatcher is an award winning and published event, headshot and portrait photographer based in Alexandria, Virginia. She started her photographic journey while on active duty with the United States Navy. Laura, now a retired Naval Officer, opened a small studio in the heart of Old Town, Alexandria and is enjoying her second career as a full time photographer. She continues to serve the Veteran community with her headshot and military ceremony photography.
Laura’s work has been featured in the Washington Post, Architectural Digest, Forbes Magazine, VIP Alexandria Magazine, and several college Alumni magazines. Her clients have included: The City of Alexandria, Visit Alexandria, The United States Naval Academy Alumni Association (her Alma Mater), The US Capitol Historical Society, and Texas A&M The Bush School of Government and Public Service. Laura's work can be seen at: www.laurahatcherphotography.com
Laura teaches the following classes for Capital Photography Center:
* How to be a Photography Business Owner
* Exploring Headshot Photography
* Getting Started With Studio Lighting
* Portrait Editing- Tools and Techniques