Dive into the world of modern portrait photography in urban settings
In this workshop, you’ll learn how to portray people authentically and stylishly—with that special big-city flair. We’ll use the city’s variety—architecture, light, colors, and textures—and turn them into compelling backdrops for your portraits.
You’ll learn:
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How to make the most of natural light and shadow in urban environments
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Which perspectives and framings create powerful portraits
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How to confidently direct your models to achieve natural, expressive images
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Practical tips for getting maximum impact with minimal gear
Whether you’re a beginner or more advanced, you’ll gain hands-on insights to take your portrait photography to the next level. We’ll head outside together, shoot on location, and you’ll receive valuable feedback on your results.
Goal: By the end of the workshop, you’ll have a new understanding of how to craft exceptional portraits in the city—and the confidence to put what you’ve learned into practice right away.
About Dennis Weissmantel
Dennis Weissmantel is a photographer based in Mainz, specializing in business, brand, and reportage photography. He makes people and brands visible—in politics, sports, and the mid-market. As a member of the international Headshot Crew, he brings top-tier portrait standards to Germany.
On the Imaging World stage, he’ll show how targeted gaze, posture, and light create strong images that are more than just good photos—they tell real stories.
A model will be available for the workshop.
- Speaker: Dennis Weissmantel
- Suitable for: Beginners and advanced photographers; you should have basic knowledge of operating your own camera.
- Minimum number of participants:5
- Maximum number of participants: 10
- What to bring: Your own camera with standard focal lengths (if possible, 28mm–50mm), empty memory cards, and fully charged batteries.
- Duration: approx. 4 hours
- When: Friday, October 10, 2025, 11:00–14:00
- Where: Messe Nürnberg, NCC West, Room Cannes, 1st floor (accessible)
- Price: 149€ (including Weekend Pass: 3-day ticket for the trade fair)
If this course is already sold out when you try to book a ticket, please email events@ringfoto.de and we will add you to the waiting list.