Jerry Ghionis 2 days

Day 1:

Morning: Next level of sophistication

WPPI’s most awarded photographer and first Grand Master, Jerry Ghionis will teach you how to add that finesse and next level of sophistication to your lighting, posing and overall finesse that will make your work truly shine. In his easy to understand and heartfelt inspirational style, Jerry will break down the steps to understanding creative triggers that will spark your thought process giving you a system to follow when you’re under pressure and are struggling to come up with your next idea.

Afternoon: Live Shoot

In the afternoon, Jerry will demonstrate how he brings out the best in his subjects and locations in a live shoot. You will witness Jerry create amazing pictures in front of your eyes with models as he shows you how to pose purposefully and create luxurious light. He will articulate his thought process, technique and complete his vision as he proves his in camera artistry. All photos will be reviewed the following morning for a detailed review. Witness and learn the art that comes before Photoshop.

Day 2

Morning: How to relax your clients and evoke emotion 

Your greatest asset when photographing people is your ability to connect with them. Few do this better than world renowned portrait, fashion and wedding photographer, Jerry Ghionis. He will teach you how to build trust and relax your clients so you can make them shine brighter than ever before! As a 25 year veteran of photographing people and teaching fellow photographers all over the world for over 18 years, Jerry is a master of communication. He will help you to effortlessly make your clients laugh, cry and hold their breath. 

Afternoon: Value, Mortality and Legacy

Jerry will discuss how to communicate the value on something that is priceless? How do you convince a "digital" clientele to appreciate the power of print? How do you create meaningful and soulful photographs for your clients that are irresistible? Jerry Ghionis will answer these questions and more as he’ll empower and motivate you to be the best you can be to create a thriving business and legacy for you and your clients. Jerry will share some never-before-seen work that promises to be the perfect and fitting finale to your experience. You will be educated, inspired and entertained by Jerry whom PDN magazine named as one of the top photography workshop instructors in the world.