Portrait Play: Natural Light Portrait Workshop

Learn, practice and play with portrait photography!

Curious about portraits but not sure where to start? This welcoming workshop is designed especially for beginners who want to build confidence behind the camera in a relaxed, supportive setting.

With Wellington portrait photographer Rebecca McMillan as your guide, you’ll explore how to capture people using just the light around you. No flash or fancy lighting required. With a professional model to work with, you’ll get plenty of chances to practice both taking photos and gently directing your subject.

Over two hours, Rebecca will share how she approaches a scene, engages with her subject, and makes the most of natural light in an outdoor city location. You'll then have plenty of time to practice photography and directing our model. You’ll leave with new skills, a boost of confidence, and portraits you’ll be proud of.

All camera brands are welcome, and you don’t need to be an expert with your settings, Rebecca will guide you through. Sony spot prizes and loan gear are also available (let us know at least two weeks ahead if you’d like to borrow a camera or lens).

Spaces are limited so everyone gets lots of time to learn and play. Come along and discover how fun portrait photography can be!

Please Note: This workshop is weather dependent and the exact late afternoon timing is subject to change. Registered participants will be notified one week prior if any workshop details have to change.

• Using available light
• Using reflectors and modifiers 
• How to pose and direct your subject
• The impact of lens choice on your images

• Camera and favourite lens
• Ideal focal lengths for portraits include 35mm, 50mm, 85mm, 135mm

NZ$100 deposit payable via Sony Scene to secure a spot.
Balance Due Date: 15/04/2026

Payment for the remaining balance should be made directly to the host. They will be in contact with you shortly to provide the payment details and further instructions.