LIGHTING, COMPOSITION & WORKFLOW
FOR INTERIOR PHOTOGRAPHERS
A 2 DAY INTENSIVE WORKSHOP TO STRENGTHEN YOUR SKILLS AND LEARN HOW TO CREATE BEAUTIFUL EDITORIAL IMAGERY
This workshop is for anyone wanting to learn Stephen’s process for shooting interiors, from the basics of getting started, to collaborating with him on a home shoot. Stephen will dive into everything you will need to know from the technical side of cameras and lighting gear, to the client side of knowing how to work with designers and architects and the shots needed to complete a typical home shoot.
With a focus on editorial style and techniques this is not a real estate course, but one that will push you forward into being a more confident and successful photographer. We welcome photographers of all genres who are wanting to incorporate shooting interiors into their offerings to their clients.
Day 1
Spend the day with Stephen in the
studio classroom.
Start off with a review of the language of Interiors, learn what defines a successful interior shoot and image.
Find out what Stephen’s basic rules of composition are, and when to break them.
Complete overview of Stephen’s shoot process, from client inquiry through scouting, to delivery of images.
Get step by step setup tips for getting the best image quality out of your camera.
Breakdown of all the gear/modifiers typically needed for a shoot with ambient light and artificial lighting.
Hands on practice shooting a scene (in studio), with multiple strobe and ambient techniques.
See how to create different types of lighting effects quickly.
Learn Stephen’s workflow and tethering techniques, and how he adjusts and fine tunes images during the capture process.
Quick Photoshop tips and tricks for finishing up interior files.
Day 2
Shoot day on location!
Follow along and see how Stephen shoots a home.
Gain insight into the decision making process on which shots to take and what to avoid, and how to plan your shots throughout the day.
Watch Stephen work with his assistant to quickly control ambient light and utilize strobes to enhance shots when needed.
Learn the basic steps of working with a client and how to be in control during a shoot.
Stephen will tackle hard to shoot spaces with no light, to rooms with too much light.
See how to manage shooting detail shots alongside setting up the big room shots, and creating artistic and visually interesting images that clients are looking for.
There will be a follow-up group Zoom call to address any questions and to go over the images captured on location day 2.
MAKE YOUR LIGHTING TELL A STORY
MASTER THE ART OF CREATING BEAUTIFUL SOFT LIGHT OR DRAMATIC HARD LIGHT — ANY TIME YOU NEED IT, IN ANY LOCATION.
LEARN TO USE LIGHT TO CREATE A MOOD YOU CAN CONTROL AND REPEAT — IN ANY SITUATION.
IN THIS TWO DAY WORKSHOP YOU WILL MASTER:
Quick and easy solutions for tricky lighting situations
Light your way out of a room with no natural light
Create a repeatable setup that will work on all your photos to provide a consistent look in all your shots
Get better color and contrast quickly and easily without having to be a photoshop guru
Speed up your editing time
Learn when and where to use strobe, how it can help you and when to just say no to strobes
See how to use strobe to mimic natural light and overpower it when the natural light isn’t working for a shot
Take control of the ambient light and create a unique style of lighting that will make you stand out in a sea of ambient-only photographers
This is NOT a real estate lighting workshop. This workshop explores the art and style of interior photography.
IS THIS EVENT RIGHT FOR YOU?
This workshop is intended to help you get comfortable controlling light in any room and be able to
work through photographing the space confidently and efficiently.
This workshop is for any photographer shooting interiors or is planning on incorporating interiors into their resume.
We will go from the basics of understanding ambient light and what a strobe is and can do, to some complex lighting situations and conditions to help you craft the look you want.
For the ambient only photographers who struggle with color casts, and hours of retouching, this course will speed up your workflow considerably, and get you through some tough rooms with poor lighting conditions.
You will learn how to spend less time in photoshop fixing bad lighting, and get it right in camera on one or two layers max. No complex multi-layered images and difficult time consuming masking on shots.
If you are a real estate, or even portrait/wedding photographer, this will give you new skills to improve or add a new stream of revenue to your service offerings no matter what your genre of photography is.
You may have a strobe kit already but struggle to make it look natural, good, non-flash(y), and are just confused about how and when to use strobe. This workshop will make you love that flash.
If you desire to know the most valuable information about when and how to best use strobe, to be connected to other friendly photographers in an open yet private trustworthy community while having fun, then this is a great fit for you.
By joining our in person workshop you will be added to an exclusive private Facebook growing community that have attended our in person workshops.
OUR PAST AND CURRENT WORKSHOP SPONSORS
MEET STEPHEN KARLISCH
INTERIOR PHOTOGRAPHER · EDUCATOR
Stephen is an industry veteran with over 30 years of experience in the commercial photography world. Throughout his career, he has worked with numerous high-profile clients, including Fortune 500 companies, and has shot national ads and catalog images for some of the largest home decor brands, such as Citizenry, Serena & Lily, Pottery Barn, Neiman Marcus, Sutherland, and Perennials. In addition, his work has been featured in major publications, including House Beautiful, Traditional Home, AD, Veranda, Luxe, and many more. He has also been featured in numerous coffee table books by Rizzoli, Abrams, Assouline and many more.
One of the aspects that sets Stephen apart is his ability to creatively handle lighting in all types of shooting situations. Whether he's working with natural light or artificial lighting, Stephen knows how to create the desired look and feel for each shoot. He understands that clients often have specific requirements for lighting, and he's able to deliver regardless of the weather conditions or other factors that might impact the shoot.
Stephen's mastery of lighting techniques is a testament to his longevity in the industry. He learned early on that being able to adapt to any shooting situation is key to success, and this has been a guiding principle throughout his career. By becoming comfortable with lighting and understanding how to adapt it to any space, Stephen has been able to take his creative abilities to new heights. He believes that mastering lighting techniques is essential for any photographer looking to enhance their skills, whether they specialize in portraits, interiors, or product photography.
In short, Stephen's extensive experience, coupled with his expertise in lighting techniques, makes him an ideal instructor for anyone looking to develop their skills in interior photography.
A note from us
Education is something we weren't seeking but found us. And we are truly grateful. Stephen is a natural and began privately mentoring photographers from around the world, which led us into starting our in-person workshops in 2023. Karlisch Workshops has brought together photographers passionate about improving their technical lighting skills and networking with like minded interior and architectural photographers. We shoot interiors full time and offer these workshops as we can when everything falls into place. In 2024 we launched our first course that is an introduction to lighting for interior photography and is a gateway into taking a peek into Stephen's lighting methods that have simplified the workflow for so many photographers around the world.
Our community from the workshop and course participants is ever growing, an open and nurturing group for everyone to share and learn from. We are using over three decades of experience in the Commercial and Editorial photo industry to provide quality, intensive photography education in a comfortable learning environment.
Thank you for considering entering this journey with us.
All our best,
Kristen and Stephen Karlisch
WHAT ATTENDEES ARE SAYING
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHERE DO YOU HOST THE WORKSHOPS?
Our two day intro workshop is currently in Dallas, TX. It is a convenient city to get to from most parts of the US. Our advanced workshop will depend where we find a home that is portfolio worthy. We welcome you to consider being a host in your part of the country if you think you know of the perfect home. Please join our waitlist or email us for future announcements.
HOW LONG ARE THE EVENTS?
Currently our workshop are two day intensives. Days are typically 9-5.
HOW MANY SPOTS ARE AVAILABLE?
Our Intro Foundational Workshop accommodates up to 15 spots. Minimum of 10. Our Advanced workshop accommodates 8 photographers.
IS LUNCH INCLUDED?
Yes, lunch is included in your fee and provided each day of the workshop. We make sure to offer lunch options that accommodate all diets. Optional dinners as a group are always encouraged and a highlight during the workshop. Most of our participants are still in touch with one another or through our private facebook group.
WHAT IS THE COST OF THE WORKSHOP?
Our Intro Foundational Workshop in Dallas is $1900.
Advanced Workshops start at $3900.
WHAT IS YOUR CANCELLATION POLICY?
Due to limited availability and demand, this event is non-refundable. You can transfer your spot directly to someone else with no fees.
If you want us to handle the transfer, your refund via credit card will be less the original credit card fees. We cannot apply payment toward future workshops. Please do not purchase unless you are certain you can attend the workshop.
