LAYERS OF LOVE
the art of cinematic family storytelling
NEXT SESSION: 2/17/25 TO 3/9/25
REGISTER HERE ON JANUARY 7TH AT NOON EST
Class Overview:
Ever felt uneasy when a client picks a session location you’re not familiar with? Or maybe you’re stressed out by a small, messy, or poorly lit house? Do you worry that a client’s outfit choices could affect the outcome of your images? And what if they insist on booking a session in the middle of the day, under harsh light?
These are common concerns for family photographers—but what if you could turn these challenges into your greatest strengths? Imagine this: You let your clients choose locations that are meaningful to them. You’re free to shoot at any time that fits their schedule. You can walk into any new location, confident in your ability to use available light and the environment to inspire your art. With no restrictions on clothing styles, familiar locations, or perfect “golden hour” light, you’ll be free to create images that truly reflect your unique perspective and capture the deep connection within families.
What you will learn:
Master the four key elements to create storytelling images: light, environmental elements, connections, and compositions.
Confidently navigate both in-home and outdoor locations, creating artistic and meaningful images with a wide variety of looks.
Use diverse lighting scenarios to enhance your storytelling.
Learn gentle but intentional client direction to add layers and depth to your imagery, capturing organic connections with a cinematic feel.
Discover a simple, quick editing flow that enhances the cinematic look of your photos.
Build a solid business and branding foundation, with easy-to-implement workflows that keep your business thriving.
Class Mechanics:
This three-week online interactive workshop will include:
A three-week online interactive workshop, designed to fit into your busy life.
Daily interaction with me, answering all your questions.
Video lessons to complement each written module.
Weekly mini-assignments to help you practice and reinforce new skills.
One in-depth assignment with a full gallery review from me. (Please note, this session must be created during or after the class—no previously created work, please.)
Behind-the-scenes videos of me shooting both outdoor and indoor in-home sessions.
A live Q&A Zoom session to connect and discuss.
Access to a private alumni Facebook group for ongoing learning and support.
Join me and turn your uncertainties into opportunities, unlocking your full potential as a family photographer.
Prerequisites:
This class is ideal for photographers with an established family photography business or those planning to start one. You should already know how to shoot in manual mode and understand the relationship between ISO, aperture, and shutter speed.
Student Reviews:
“Layers of Love has given me wonderful insight into how Iris achieves her wonderful, cinematic family images. I have taken new inspiration into my shoots and am already seeing a positive change and trend towards a more considered and patient composition. Iris is a wonderful artist and a wonderful teacher who has opened my eyes to how I can incorporate these different approaches into my work to create more striking images. Thank you Iris!” -Belinda Dorman
To read more testimonials from past students go HERE.
Cost:
$375 Active students | $250 Silent students
To learn more about the different types of seats offered, go to our FAQ section.
Dates of Class:
2/17/25 to 3/9/25
Questions:
Please email me with any questions
REGISTER HERE ON JANUARY 7TH AT NOON EST