Fine Art Photography: How to Create a Unique Self Portrait

Unleash Your Creativity: Create Stunning Self-Portraits at Home

Ready to explore the world of fine art self-portraiture? In this engaging class, portrait and editorial photographer Maureen Eggleton will guide you through the process of crafting unique and personal self-portraits right in the comfort of your own home. It's a fantastic way to express yourself, tell a story, or simply experiment with your artistic vision.

This course is designed for anyone eager to unleash their creativity and create something truly personal and artistic. The goal is to produce a compelling self-portrait that reflects a part of your story, an idea, a feeling, or a belief you want to share with the world. There are no limits to what you can achieve!

Here's a glimpse of what you'll learn:

• Creativity Over Gear: We'll prioritize storytelling and concept development using the equipment you already have. Focus on the idea, not the camera.
• Overcome Creative Blocks: Stuck for ideas? Discover proven techniques to spark inspiration and fuel your imagination.
• Introspection & Idea Generation: Engage in a personal and accessible activity to unlock unique concepts for your self-portrait.
• Photo Editing with Lightroom & Photoshop: Learn to enhance your images using Lightroom sliders and blend images with Photoshop's blending modes for an artistic finish.
• The Art of Observation: Develop keen observational skills to identify compelling shooting locations within your home and beyond.
• Embrace Flexibility & Experimentation: Let go of perfectionism and explore diverse approaches to expressing your vision.
• Boost Your Self-Confidence: Gain a new perspective on yourself through the process of self-portraiture, fostering self-acceptance and love.
• Break the Rules: Challenge traditional photography conventions and embrace unconventional techniques – blurry or out-of-focus images are welcome!
• Prop Styling: Discover how everyday objects can become powerful storytelling tools in your self-portraits.

What You'll Need:

• Basic familiarity with digital cameras.
• Basic understanding of Lightroom and Photoshop.
• A tripod and remote shutter release (optional – a stack of books or table with self-timer works too!).

Resources:

Downloadable resources are available in the project section:

• PDF with helpful links to further resources.
• Cheat sheet for Lesson 2.
• PSD files to assist you in your creative journey.

Connect with Maureen on Instagram: @maureeneggleton
Learn more about her work: http://www.maureeneggleton.com

Can't wait to see what you create! Let's get started!