Discover the creative world of portrait photography with natural light. In this workshop, you will learn how to take authentic and expressive portraits using simple means – without a studio or expensive equipment. Together we will use available light, exciting everyday locations and natural situations to create special images.
In this workshop, you will learn how to work with natural light. All you need is your camera and a model. You can create beautiful portrait photos without additional equipment and in any weather. You will learn where to find good natural light in your surroundings and how to use it to create artistic portrait shots without studio equipment.
You often find the best natural light in unexpected, ordinary places. In places you wouldn’t even think of. You would walk past them on the street without looking. Communication with the model is also part of this workshop, so that you can also get good portraits with non-professional models in everyday life and when traveling.
For this workshop we have a male model available for photography.
Workshop contents:
- Working with natural light
- Recognize lighting situations
- Choice of location
- Communication with model
Program and schedule
13:00 – 14:00: Welcome and introduction – basics of portrait photography: image composition, aperture, camera settings, image examples, lighting conditions, choice of location, communication with the model
14:00 – 17:00: Photo practice portrait photography without studio, with natural light – Joint photography with the model to implement and deepen what you have learned
What you will learn in the seminar
- How to recognize natural light and use it creatively
- Which locations are particularly suitable for atmospheric portraits
- How to use image composition and perspective effectively
- How to achieve natural and authentic shots even with inexperienced models
- Practical tips for portrait photography in everyday life and when traveling
In the practical part of the workshop, we take photos together with a male model and implement what we have learned directly on location. You will receive helpful tips and personal feedback on your pictures.
Goal: At the end of the workshop you will recognize a good interplay of light, location and image effect – and have the confidence to photograph strong portraits with simple means.
About Bettina Meister
Bettina Meister is an award-winning portrait, reportage and travel photographer with a special flair for authentic moments and strong picture stories. Her work has won international awards and she is a member of the DGPh, the BFF, Freelens and the Female Photoclub, among others.
Her visual style combines emotional closeness, naturalness and a clear visual language. In her workshops, she imparts her knowledge in a practical, motivating way and at eye level – with plenty of room for individual questions and creative development.
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Workshop information
- Speaker: Bettina Meister
- Suitable for: Beginners and advanced
- Minimum number of participants: 5
- Maximum number of participants: 10
- Whatto bring: Basic knowledge of photography, system camera or digital SLR camera, fast lenses, spare batteries and empty memory cards
- Duration: 4 hours
- When: 03.10.26 from 13:00 – 17:00 and 04.10.26 from 10:00 – 14:00
- Price: 199€
- Saturday: NCC West, Tunis room, 2nd floor
- Sunday: NCC West, Room Cannes, 2nd floor
- Note: The price of the workshop includes a weekend trade fair ticket worth €25.
Experience more at Imaging World 2026
Imaging World 2026 is much more than a single workshop: you can expect a whole weekend full of photography, content creation, video, creativity and inspiration – with exciting program items, strong brands and many opportunities to try out new things directly.
Your weekend ticket includes access to the entire trade fair:
- further workshops and events in the fields of photography, video, lighting, business and content creation
- exciting stage program with lectures, live talks and inspiration for your photography
- creative playgrounds where you can directly experience technology, sets and new image ideas
- leading exhibitors and brands from the photo and imaging industry
- Imaging World photo competition, where you can submit your best pictures
- Free camera check & clean for your equipment on site
This will turn your workshop visit into an entire trade fair experience: you will learn new techniques, gather creative ideas, test equipment, meet like-minded people and take home lots of inspiration.
Plan your personal Imaging World weekend now and discover all the highlights around workshops, stage, playgrounds, exhibitors, photo competition and free services.