Dynamic Lighting workshop
From Seniors to Athletes, from a simple setup to creative lighting techniques, learn how to use light to achieve your photographic vision with Westcott Top Pro Matt Hernandez and Jennifer Stewart!
Limited to 10 participants
September 2 & 3, 2023 | Location: Paducah, KY | Tuition: $1495 | Deposit: $495
Workshop limited to 10 participants.
This two day intensive will improve your grasp of lighting fundamentals and advanced techniques. Don’t just replicate lighting – learn to understand light to make your own vision a reality. Ultimately, lighting is creative problem solving, this workshop will teach you the fundamentals to help you control lighting in every scenario. This will allow you to deliver on a high level. With these skills you can develop your own style and also understand how to light anything.
Deposit due upon registration, full tuition due 90 days before the workshop.
Working with seniors
You will learn posing, lighting setups, making the most of your lights and setups, marketing, and more!
Athletes & Action
Learn how to create dramatic, well-lit action shots with hands-on practice and guidance from the master.
Thanks to our partners at Westcott Lighting, all lighting gear will be provided.
day one
Saturday September 2, 2023
- 9:00am: Check in / Introductions
- 9:30am - 11:30: Using Light to Your Advantage - Matt will go through a series of photos and in a hands on demonstration, show how and what he uses to get the desired look.
- Noon: Lunch
- 1:30pm - 5:00pm: On location shooting in the Studio
Day two
Sunday, September 3, 2023
- 9:00-10:30am: Retouching and Editing
- 10:30am - 11:30: The Business of Photography and pitching clients - Matt will go through his process for marketing and pitching clients
- Noon: Lunch
- 1:30pm - 5:00pm: Outdoor On location shooting
- 6:00-8:00pm: Closing Reception
Meet your instructors
matt hernandez
Matt is a portrait photographer based out of Kentucky who specializes in on location creative lighting focusing on seniors and athletes. He began his career as an award-winning graphic artist, and has since used those skills to help launch a very successful photography career. He has won multiple awards including the “People’s Choice Award” at the 2012 Google+ Photographer’s Conference, and The “Most Creative Award” at the 2013 Las Vegas Photoshop World Westcott Shootout. In 2013 he was chosen to represent F.J. Westcott as one of their “Top Endorsed Pros.”
Jennifer Stewart
Jennifer is an adventurer & photographer who loves helping professional athletes, brands and entrepreneurs create engaging images.
Since 2009, her career has evolved from capturing in-game moments and emotion at professional sporting events for clients including Getty Images, USA Today Sports Images, AP Images and was the team photographer for the Arizona Diamondbacks to commissioned portrait work for MLB Photos, Lululemon, Baseball America, Upper Deck and more.
Jennifer values making a genuine connection with her clients in order to photograph their true essence ensuring they capture images they will be proud to represent their online presence.
Frequently asked questions
No! Summit Workshops is available to any photographer, regardless of what brand of camera you use. We often have camera gear available to borrow, free of charge, but you are not required to use that gear or any specific brand.
Tuition includes activity fees, location fees, all instruction, planning and logistics. It does not cover hotels, travel, and most meals.
Our Sports Workshop is for shooters of all ages and skill levels, from beginners to seasoned veterans. We all learn from and help one another, that is what makes the Summit Community so special.
Lodging & Classroom
Our workshop hotel is the Courtyard by Marriott. This is where the faculty and staff will be staying and we have secured a room rate of $119 a night. We will send you the booking link upon registration.
Our classroom will be located a few miles away at Matt’s studio which allows for a great space and also the opportunity to see Matt’s gear and approach.
