Location: Unique Photo (123 US Highway 46 West, Fairfield, NJ 07004)

An environmental portrait is a portrait photographed in the subject's usual environment, such as in their home or workplace, and typically illuminates the subject's life and surroundings. In this class, you will learn how to communicate a very dominate characteristic of your subject’s personality or identity.

This course assumes that you know the basics of photography: how to handle and operate a camera and the basics of digital photography.  You will benefit by bringing your basic photographic gear.

You will learn how to us strategically placed props and lighting to highlight the persona of you subject. The course will cover some lighting, as well as placement of your subject and items that will contribute to the story.

This course is held in the classroom at Unique Photo, 123 US Highway 46 (West), Fairfield, NJ 07004. You will benefit by bringing your basic photographic gear. Weather permiting, you will have an opportunity to photograph outside.

ABOUT HEAD INSTRUCTOR MICHAEL DOWNEY

Michael is the Head Instructor of Unique University.  He currently owns and operates Michael Downey Photography, Inc. out of Somerville, New Jersey.  He has photographed hundreds of moderate to high-end weddings throughout the northeast.  He also teaches regularly during photowalks and workshops.  His images can be seen at New Century Artist Art Gallery in the Chesea section of Manhattan.