Step into a complete portrait photography experience with this Autumn Masterclass tutorial. Starting on location, this session covers everything from understanding natural light to advanced retouching techniques that bring out the best in your portraits. Here’s what you’ll learn:

• On-Location Light Analysis: Discover how to assess natural light in an outdoor setting, using the soft, diffused light of a cloudy day to create beautiful, directional lighting. Learn how to position your subject to make the most of nature’s ‘softbox’ effect.
• Setting Up Your Shot: See how to frame and compose outdoor portraits, incorporating the background to add seasonal atmosphere without overwhelming the subject.
• Skin Tone Smoothing and Retouching: Dive into frequency separation techniques to enhance skin tones naturally, balancing highlights and shadows for a polished yet realistic finish.
• Detailed Hair Refinement: Learn to manage flyaways and adjust hair texture, ensuring a smooth look without losing natural movement.
• Color Control: Adjust colors meticulously, from warming up skin tones to balancing reds and yellows, all tailored to bring out the richness of the autumn environment.
• Creative Dodge and Burn: Add depth by painting light and shadows, sculpting the face and features for a three-dimensional effect.
• Final Edits in Lightroom: Conclude with a review of exposure, highlights, and shadows in Lightroom, ensuring a cohesive, soft look that reflects the subtle beauty of the season.

Perfect for photographers who want to master both in-camera and post-processing techniques, this tutorial offers a holistic approach to creating compelling outdoor portraits in natural light. Join us and take your autumn portraits to the next level!