Offer yourself a treat. Delve into the captivating realm of studio photography and master the art of lighting and setups. This comprehensive course will equip you with the knowledge and skills to create stunning studio images.
Check out the course information below, and if you are interested in following this course, sign up using the form for training applications. The cost of the course is 200 euros for members and 260 euros for non-members (the latter includes club membership for the calendar year).
Professional photographer Robin Jensen will lead the training. The training will take place at the Foyer européen, 10-12 rue Heine in Luxembourg-City.
Who Should Attend
This course is designed for photographers of all levels who wish to enhance their studio photography skills and master lighting techniques. It is particularly beneficial for those interested in portraiture, product photography, and still life photography.
Prerequisites
Basic knowledge of photography and camera operation is recommended.
Course Objectives
- Gain a thorough understanding of lighting principles and techniques
- Explore various lighting setups, including Rembrandt, Loop, Butterfly, and Clamshell
- Master the use of 1, 2, 3, and 4 lights to achieve diverse lighting effects
- Develop the ability to control and manipulate light to create desired moods and atmospheres
- Experiment with different studio setups to enhance your creative vision
Course Outline
- The studio environment and its advantages
- Essential studio equipment: cameras, lenses, lighting, and modifiers
- Exposure fundamentals for studio lighting
- The nature of light and its properties
- Light quality, direction, and intensity
- Measuring and controlling light
Programme
- Saturday 10 January 2026 14:00-17:00: Single-light setups: creating basic lighting effects
- Saturday 17 January 2026 14:00-17:00: Two-light setups: Rembrandt, Loop, and Butterfly lighting
- Saturday 24 January 2026 14:00-17:00: Three-light setups: Clamshell lighting and advanced techniques
- Saturday 31 January 2026 14:00-17:00: Four-light setups: achieving complex and dramatic lighting
- Saturday 7 February 14:00-17:00: Using multiple cobra flash devices
Enrolment is done by the order in which the training fees are deposited into the CIEL photo club’s bank account. When the maximum number of participants is reached, you will be put on the waiting list for the next available training course offered, and the training fees will be reimbursed. Should you cancel your enrolment less than one week before the beginning of the training, the training fees will not be refunded unless the club can find a replacement.
You can enrol by completing the online form on the Courses page of our website and depositing the training fees in the bank account of the CIEL photo club: IBAN LU86 0019 7955 0624 3000 (BCEELULL). mentioning: “Introduction to Studio Photography Winter 2026, participant name”.
English