Multiple dates

People Photography Workshop - Vancouver

By Learn Photography Canada

Join us for a fun and interactive workshop where you'll learn all about people photography hands-on!

Location

Granville Island

1432-1490 Johnston St Vancouver, BC s Canada

Agenda

Welcome & Orientation

Meet your coach & fellow photographers. Quick overview of the day’s focus areas. Gear check: recommended lenses, settings, and accessories.

Communication for Better Portraits

How to build rapport quickly with your subject. Techniques to relax and direct people naturally. Making people feel confident in front of the lens. Practice: directing your partner for natural exp...

Posing Essentials: Posing Individuals, Couples, and Small Groups

Tips for flattering angles, posture, and hand placement. Using body language to tell a story. Practice with peer feedback and coach guidance.

Lighting Techniques for People Photography

Natural vs artificial light: how to use each creatively. Working with reflectors, diffusers & flash (on and off-camera). Practice in various lighting setups with hands-on guidance.

Using Backdrops & Environments

Choosing backdrops that enhance your subject. Using depth, texture, and negative space creatively. Working with urban, nature, and improvised settings. Practice session using different backgrounds...

Wrap-Up & Photo Review

Group debrief and photo highlights. Coach feedback & tips for improvement. Next steps: editing, showcasing your work, and advanced learning. Info on LPC certification & upcoming workshops.

Good to know

Highlights

ALL AGES
In person

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

About this event

Take your portrait and people photography to the next level with Learn Photography Canada's People Photography Workshop! In this engaging, small-group experience, you'll receive hands-on, in-person coaching from expert LPC instructors as you dive into the essential skills that make stunning people photos—from communication and posing to lighting, backgrounds, and equipment/lens selection. Whether you're capturing friends, clients, or candid street portraits, this workshop is your chance to build confidence, refine your technique, and create portraits with real impact.

Want to learn more? Check out our website: Coaching That Clicks | Learn Photography Canada

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to have my own camera?

No. Learn Photography Canada will loan you a camera for use during the workshop at no additional cost.

Are there any fitness requirements?

While we walk and explore the location you are at, there is not a ton of physical activity so a basic level for fitness is satisfactory. Should you have any physical limitations, call us at 1.888.734.2641. to book a one-on-one private coaching session at a location that works for you!

Can I send a child under 18?

Yes! We only ask that you or another adult attend with the child as a chaperone at no additional cost to you :0).

Organized by

Learn Photography Canada

From CA$297.00