Course Brief :

Step out of your comfort zone and into connection. Learn how to approach, engage, and capture striking portraits of strangers — with confidence, creativity, and purpose. Interactive lessons. Real-world challenges. Unforgettable stories.

What you will learn:

• To work confidently and decisively with a 50mm to medium telephoto lens
• To establish rapport when approaching strangers for a photograph
• To make stunning impromptu and environmental portraits in all types of light
• To see people picture possibilities amid the crowd

Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned shooter looking to up your street portrait game, this course will give you the tools — and the mindset — to step forward, connect, and create with intention.

What you will need:

• Digital SLR or compact mirrorless camera (film is also fine, but you'll need to scan images for upload to the TCI website)
• A prime lens or zoom in the 50mm to 105mm range
• Computer with photo-processing software (e.g. Lightroom or Photoshop)
• Self-motivation to get the most from this instructor-interactive course