A portrait workshop with Alexander Heinrichs offers participants the opportunity to specifically develop their own portrait photography skills and explore the creative possibilities of available light. The workshop focuses on how natural light sources can be used to create expressive and authentic portraits.
To begin with, Alexander Heinrichs covers the most important theoretical fundamentals of portrait photography. Topics such as exposure, image composition, and the effects of light form the foundation for the practical work that follows. Participants learn to consciously perceive light and to purposefully use its influence on mood, expression, and the overall impact of the image.
The workshop focuses on practical application. After a brief introduction, participants will work together to find suitable locations that offer exciting lighting and shooting conditions. Under the guidance of Alexander Heinrichs, they will create a variety of portraits, allowing participants to experiment with and immediately apply different approaches. Particular attention will be paid to working with models, communication during the shoot, and creating natural and authentic photographic moments.
In addition, Alexander offers insights into his personal approach to photography and shares valuable experiences from his many years as a photographer. His practical tips help you guide your subjects with confidence, make the most of available light, and further develop your own visual language.
The workshop also thrives on creative exchange within the group. Through group discussions, sharing experiences, and reviewing the resulting photographs, an inspiring atmosphere is created that fosters new ideas and provides valuable inspiration for participants’ own photographic work.
About Alexander Heinrichs
According to afterafter completing his studies to become a pharmacist, Alexander was drawn to the creative side of life in 2004, and he began his career in professional photography. SHis areas of focus include high-quality portrait photos, product photos, and advertising photos, as well as photorealistic montages and compositions – with a penchant for attention to detail. As a photography coach He is now traveling internationally to festivals, trade shows, and workshops. Alexander partt sI’d be happy to share my knowledge and writet regularly writes articles and pieces for a wide variety of trade magazines, such as digitalPHOTO, Chip Foto Video, and DOCMA. Alex also serves as an ambassador and influencer ffor well-known companies in the photography industry ,, such as Adobe, Sony, Sigma, EIZO, and MSI.
Workshop information
- Speaker: Alexander Heinrichs
- Suitable for:Beginners and advanced students who want to deepen their understanding of portrait photography and improve their skills under the guidance of an experienced professional.
- Minimum number of participants: 4
- Maximum number of participants: 8
- Bring along: Please bring your own camera. Please note that during the workshop, we will be using only available light ( Available Light). Ideally You have brought a selection of lenses ranging from 50 to 100 mm.
- Duration: 4 hours
- When: Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
- Where: Nuremberg Exhibition Center , NCC West, lounge in the bar area, 2nd floor
- Price: 219 €
- 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.