NEW: INSPIRING 5-h COLLECTIVE MASTERCLASS 2025

INDOOR: Collective Masterclass:

Unlock the art of minimalist portraiture in this one-day immersive workshop. From crafting your vision to mastering lighting and refining your signature style, you’ll learn to create powerful, elegant portraits that stand out. Through guided shoots, hands-on practice, and live editing, this masterclass will inspire and equip you to elevate your craft and express your unique vision.

Minimalist Portraits – From Idea to Signature

Date: Sunday, 26th January 2025
Time: 13:00 – 18:00
Location: Rolle
Group Size: 6 participants
Price: CHF 690.-

OBJECTIVE & Description :
Discover the Art of Less to Create More

Join an exclusive, hands-on workshop designed to elevate your skills in minimalist portrait photography. This one-day immersive workshop is your gateway to mastering minimalist portraiture from concept to execution. Designed with a clear and engaging structure, this masterclass takes you through every step of the creative process: developing your unique vision, mastering indoor and outdoor lighting, and refining your images into signature works of art.

Through hands-on sessions, guided shoots, and interactive editing demonstrations, you’ll learn to create portraits that are both visually striking and emotionally resonant. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced photographer, this masterclass will leave you inspired, equipped, and ready to elevate your craft.

Walk away with professional insights, memorable takeaways, and a portfolio of work that speaks to your growing mastery of minimalist portraiture. Join us for this transformative journey, where less truly becomes more.

This is more than a class; it’s a transformative experience to help you define your vision, sharpen your skills, and take your portraiture to the next level. Perfect for photographers ready to create impactful, timeless images.


13h – Welcome & Orientation

13h – 14h Introduction & Defining Your Concept & Style

14h – 15h30 Preparation & Indoor Shooting Session:
Shooting with a model using and understanding the power of different lighting techniques, correct posing and finding the essence of a person. You will also have a chance to shoot alongside Dai and apply the concepts learned throughout the course. Dai will give you guidance on preparation & studio wardrobe, equipment, go-to set-ups, camera settings and techniques of getting beautiful SOOC images, how to use a simple one light set up, posing, and more.

15h30- 17h30 Signature Retouching Workflow:
In this signature retouching you will learn how to turn your photographs into beautiful artwork! Dai will show you first, step by step, her workflow from the initial idea to the final realisation. You will learn Dai’s workflow and how she use Photoshop with a perfect Raw file. You will put theory into practice with one of your favorite image taken during our Workshop. Dai will show you how Dai developed her signature style and how you can develop yours!

17h30-18h00 Closing Q&A

**Don’t miss out!** Contact me by 24.12.2024 to secure the EARLY BIRD PRICE for this exclusive masterclass. The session includes 5 hours of intensive training covering shooting with models, styling, posing techniques, professional editing, and refreshments – all set in a stunning location.