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Hey all.

As most of you know, I am a big contributer to the Australian Photography Forum. (http://www.photoforum.com.au)

I have recently decided to hold a training session for all with a digital SLR and a passion for portraits, something I have wanted to do for ages. At the moment its set for the 17th of April and being coordinated through this link.

http://www.photoforum.com.au/showthread.php?32551-Melbourne-Meetup-Learn-how-to-take-portraits!

Basics will be covered like:

Types of flash modifiers – brollies, softboxes, beauty dishes, scrims, reflectors, gobos and snoots.

Types of Equipment, Batteries, flashes, studio strobes, stands, holders and everything else.

Manual flash

Off camera flash

Multiple flashes

Reflectors

Light balance in portraits

Manual exposure

Depth of focus

The difference between focal lengths

How to conduct yourselves in front of models/clients.

Picking the right light

We will be using Briallen Johnson, makeup artist and partner in crime for our makeup. Check her out here http://www.briallenjohnson.com

So what if i want to join you?
Goto the APF, Create an account and respond to the thread! Its that easy!
You will need:

A DSLR

Some lenses, preferably a short and long lens

Flashes (if you have them)

A notepad to take some tips down

A willing to learn

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