Portrait Photography Workshops · Los Angeles
Make portraits that feel alive
Hands-on, small-group workshops led by one of Los Angeles’ most published portrait photographers — built for emerging to intermediate photographers ready to break through.
20+
Yrs published
Small
Group format
LA
Based · in-person
Format
1-day intensive
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Published in
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Vogue
Rolling Stone
Esquire
Entertainment Weekly
Universal Music
Natural light · Studio technique · Live feedback
Our approach
“I know how frustrating it feels to be stuck in your photography — passionate, but unsure how to break through. I’ve been there.”
— Ken Weingart
Ken’s workshops are built on the premise that technique alone doesn’t make memorable portraits — direction, connection, and light-reading do. Every session is structured around live shooting and personal critique, not lecture slides.
Workshops
Choose how you want to learn
Every format is designed for practical, immediate improvement — not passive observation. You’ll leave with stronger images and a clearer sense of direction.
1-Day Intensive
Portrait & Lighting Workshop
Ken’s signature full-day workshop. Covers studio and natural light setups, direction techniques for authentic expression, and composition choices that elevate portraits from competent to compelling.
Most Booked
Full-Day + Portfolio Review
Editorial Portrait Intensive
Everything in the standard workshop, plus a dedicated portfolio review session where Ken gives specific, actionable feedback on your existing body of work and where to push next.
Private Session
1-on-1 Strobe Lighting Mentorship
A private half-day session focused entirely on your goals. Ideal for photographers who want hands-on strobe lighting training and direction coaching tailored to the exact work they shoot.
How it works
From first inquiry to better portraits in four steps
Everything is kept simple. No gear requirements, no prerequisite courses — just bring your camera and show up ready to shoot.
1
Reach out
Send a quick message. Ken’s team will confirm availability, workshop fit for your level, and answer any questions before you commit.
2
Reserve your place
Secure your spot with a deposit. Workshop groups are intentionally kept small so every attendee gets real, direct feedback.
3
Show up and shoot
On the day, you’ll rotate through live shooting setups with Ken beside you — explaining, demonstrating, and critiquing in real time.
4
Leave with a plan
Every attendee leaves with portfolio feedback and a specific set of techniques to build on. The learning continues well after the day ends.
Student stories
What photographers say after one day with Ken
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“My workshop with Ken really brought out the best of me. He makes it very easy to understand as he properly guided me to step out of my comfort zone and get the best photos.”
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“The hands-on approach, combined with Ken’s clear explanations of lighting, composition, and editing, makes the workshop incredibly practical and fun. I left feeling genuinely more confident.”
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“Ken provided a great deal of focus to helping me understand a single-strobe setup and how to properly utilise different sized lighting grids. Invaluable information from a top-notch professional.”