SUMMER PORTRAIT JAM SERIES
Build Confidence Shooting On-Location Portraits Outdoors
Low-pressure portrait practice.
Real-world skills. Good light. Great people.
A casual summer portrait workshop series for hobbyists, students, and pros who want to build confidence, have fun, and connect with a like-minded creative community.
Come for the portraits—stay for the people.
Whether you’re brand new to on-location portraiture or looking to reconnect with your creative rhythm, this 4-part series is designed to help you grow your skills in a relaxed, supportive space.
We’ll shoot in golden hour glow, experiment with flash and natural light, explore storytelling through environment and props, and have fun doing it.
Each session is practical, hands-on, and designed to build confidence without pressure.
Drop in for one or sign up for a discount for all 4 sessions.
WHAT YOU’LL WALK AWAY WITH
Portraits that feel intentional, not accidental.
New tools for using natural light, reflectors, and flash in real-world conditions.
Confidence in directing and working with subjects outdoors.
A deeper understanding of light, story, and creative flow.
Portfolio-ready images and a new creative community.
THE SUMMER SESSIONS
Each session is approximately 2-hours and includes a quick teaching demo, hands-on guided practice, and the option to join us for a casual pub/patio debrief afterward.
INDIVIDUAL SESSION
EARLY BIRD* $65 + HST
(until June 20)
ALL SESSIONS
$225 + HST
(save $35)
*session price increases to $75+HST per session on June 21.
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SESSION 1 GOLDEN HOUR
Thursday, July 10, 2025
7:30 – 9:30 PMDiscover how to work with golden hour light. Soft, sculptural, and ideal for expressive portraits.
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SESSION 2 LIGHTING ADD-ONS
Sunday, July 20, 2025 5:00 – 7:00 PM
Speedlite basics, bounce flash tricks, and how to problem-solve lighting on the fly.
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SESSION 3 STORYTELLING
Sunday, Aug 10, 2025
9:30 – 11:30 AM
Use props, small items and elements of your environment to create intentional portraits. -
SESSION 4 EDITORIAL
Sunday, August 24
5:00 – 7:00 PMA creative walkabout focused on speed, spontaneity, and shooting in busy environments.
“I had a lot of fun at the workshop and enjoyed learning.”
– Kathy Lee
Who It’s For
Hobbyists looking to gain confidence outdoors
Recent grads who want more real-world experience
Working photographers looking to brush up, experiment, or just reconnect with portrait work
Anyone craving a low-pressure space to practice and play with portraits
What to Bring
Your camera + a portrait lens if you have one
(50mm, 85mm, or zoom)Optional: a flash or reflector if you have one
Curiosity, community spirit, and a willingness to try things out
Courage to try something new
“Jen creates a fun, welcoming, and approachable learning environment. If you're thinking about taking one of her workshops, do it... you're investing in your learning and it's worth your money! .”
– Grace Gladwell
“A truly joyful and inspiring workshop. We explored, learned,
and laughed together in a space
that was both professional and full of heart.”
– Shuyan He
Ready to have fun this summer?
This is about practicing, not perfecting.
Come shoot, learn a few tricks, meet great people, and walk away
with stronger portraits and creative confidence.
Or drop in for one.