Design creative portraits directly in the camera – with light, reflections and unusual effects instead of complex post-processing. In the Bokeh & Beyond workshop, Thomas Adorff shows you how to use simple creative techniques to create unique studio portraits that stand out and still look natural.
What you will learn in the workshop
- How to create creative bokeh and reflection effects directly when taking photos
- How to use glass prisms, reflections and lights creatively
- How different light shapers change the image effect
- How to create exciting and emotional portraits with light
- How perspective and image composition support creative looks
- How to guide models safely and achieve natural results
Together with an experienced model, you will realize various creative setups directly in the studio and experiment with light, blurring and special effects – without any Photoshop tricks.
Your goal after the workshop
By the end of the workshop, you will have learned new creative techniques for portrait photography and will be able to create extraordinary looks directly in the camera.
About Thomas Adorff
Thomas Adorff is a professional photographer with a diverse portfolio of portrait, concert, band and advertising photography. His work is characterized by creative lighting, strong image ideas and precise technical implementation.
He particularly enjoys working with people in front of the camera and imparts his extensive knowledge in a practical, passionate and entertaining way. His focus is on creative concepts, authentic portraits and targeted work with natural and artificial light.
Workshop information
- Speaker: Thomas Adorff
- Suitable for: Beginners and advanced
- Minimum number of participants: 4
- Maximum number of participants: 10
- Bring along: Your own camera with lenses, empty memory cards and full batteries. The camera must have a hot shoe (adapters for Sony or Minolta cameras are available).
- Duration: approx. 4 hours
- When: Friday, 02.10.2026 from 14:30 to 18:30
- Where: Nuremberg Exhibition Center, NCC West, Room Zurich, 2nd floor (barrier-free)
- Price: 189 €
- 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.