Portrait Film Photography: Capture the spirit of your community
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Discover the fundamentals of portrait photography with an analog camera and learn how details can be used to create evocative portraits
Portrait photography is a powerful tool for telling stories, not only about the individuals involved, but their collective as a whole. For photographer Kendall Bessent, who specializes in analog film, portraits allow him to explore the complexities of his community and highlight their experiences. He’s collaborated with publications such as Teen Vogue and The New York Times, and his work has been featured in the Washington Post, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution and i-D, as well as in exhibits by Fotografiska NYC.
In this online course, he teaches you the fundamentals of portrait photography using analog film. Learn camera techniques and how to create evocative images by experimenting with lighting, styling, props, and set design. Capture the spirit of your community and share their story with the world.
Meet your teacher for the course, Kendall Bessent. He gives you a snapshot of his career as a photographer and shares the influences and life experiences that inspire his work.
Discover the pros and cons of working with analog film. Then, gather inspiration in a mood board and develop your concept. See how to select the models, location, creative team, and wardrobe.
Learn how to build a set using household items, along with some tips and tricks for shooting with an analog camera. Kendall also teaches you how to enrich the story behind your portrait by experimenting with details such as lighting, styling, and poses.
After the shoot, develop and scan your film, and explore the creative possibilities of darkroom prints. Wrap up by retouching your final images in Photoshop.
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