Portrait experience day at Woodchester mansion

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Portrait experience day at Woodchester mansion

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About this event

Join us as we return to this wonderful venue for a unique photography experience designed to have you creating stunning portraiture. In a beautiful unfurnished gothic mansion nestled in a beautiful valley this location is truly unique and stunning with beautiful stonework and natural light which offers a great environment for a portrait shoot.

This day will give you individual shooting time with 4 amazing models who will each have a different theme. There will be one ballet dancer in a classical ballet tutu, one Pre Raphaelite themed model in stunning medieval gowns, one modern fashion model in an elegant dress and one visually styled model in an eye catching outfit. Each model will be positioned in a different area and you will be rotating around each model in small groups of just 5 photographers, each getting one on one shooting time with each model.

We will have exclusive use of this huge mansion full of big windows, stone walls and a beautiful main staircase. LeadingLines staff will be on hand to assist with reflectors and camera tips. We will hand pick a selection of amazing models for you all with very different looks, all who are highly experienced and will have you coming home with a portfolio full of great imagery.

About the venue: Woodchester Mansion was built by William Leigh, a wealthy Catholic convert who was born in Duke Street, Liverpool, in 1802. Now managed by the Mansion trust it is a highly significant building designed by Benjamin Bucknall, and arguably one of his finest works. Nestled in the Cotswolds the impressive unfurnished building is full of beautiful natural light and stonework, exposed beams and charm and will provide wonderful photography opportunities. Our event will also support the ongoing restoration and maintenance of this wonderful building.

Our models for the day will be confirmed soon.

This event will give you:
Exclusive use of this venue for our group
4 beautifully styled models
Use of a beautiful Mansion house
LeadingLines staff on hand to offer tips and assist
Working in a group of just 5 photographers with one on one shooting time with each model

The day will begin at 11:00 and finish up at 17:00. Hot drinks are included for you throughout the day.

Schedule:

11-11:30 - Introductions & walk around each model location

11:30-13:45- Photography

13:45-14:45 lunch break

14:45-17:00 - Photography

Each group will spend an hour with each model & we have left a little extra time each side for you to swap over to the next model. We have a total of 20 spaces available to have 4 groups with the maximum group size of 5 photogrtaphers.

As there will be 1-2-1-shooting you are welcome to bring your own flash equipment should you wish. We will have 1 flash set up available for you to use but the rest will mostly be using natural light around the venue.

Location travel info:

Please note the mansion is located down an un tarmacked track, we will operate a lift service where those that do not wish to drive down can park in a car park at the top and get a lift down. We may put a shout out for volunteer drivers before the day to offer lifts but also have staff available to offer lifts. The track is a little rough in places but does not need a 4x4.

*Please note images are for illustration purposes only from past events.

Event requirements

Equipment

Spare batteries
Camera
Lense cloths
Lenses

Knowledge

Knowledge of ISO Shutter Speed and Aperture

Fitness

Other essentials

For those with mobility issues please email us to check the mobility limitations at this location prior to booking