Environmental Portraits
Photographing professionals in their workplaceWhat this course covers...
When it comes to photographing environmental portraits, as the photographer you often have to deal with a lot of unknowns, but it’s your job to apply your knowledge and skills to produce results that your client will be happy with. Throughout this course you will learn:
How to photograph environmental portraits
How to declutter your scene to get the best background
How to balance mixed lighting
How to use affordable equipment for shooting on location
How to make your subject feel comfortable
Communicating with and posing your subject
This is my favorite series. Very informative and it emphasizes thinking on your feet.Donell, KTE Member
Thanks for your inspiration and the many little tips and tricks I can always draw from your videos!Dieter, KTE Member
Master Key Skills For Photographing Environmental Portraits
Through this series of classes, you’ll learn key skills that will help you master environmental portraiture. From how to communicate with the subject to balancing mixed lighting, each class will equip you with the necessary skill-set you need to shoot with confidence.
Planning & Research
The importance of planning before the shoot cannot be stressed enough. Learn how to plan for a successful session as Karl explains why researching your subject, the location and company before arriving can help prepare you better on the day.
Setting The Scene
Often when we arrive on location, the scene isn’t as picture-perfect as we would like and it is often necessary to rearrange certain elements to get the best composition. Learn how to compose an image and how you can use certain techniques to create the most aesthetically pleasing results.
Photographing On Location
Shooting on location can present a number of different challenges, from working in small spaces to overcoming bright sunlight outdoors. Learn how to overcome these common obstacles as Karl shows the step-by-step process of five different shoots.
Lighting Setups &
Balancing Mixed Lighting
Knowing what lighting to use and how to achieve natural looking results can be difficult when photographing on location. Learn how to build your lighting from the ground up, balance daylight and flash and work with multiple lights as Karl walks you through a number of different lighting setups.
Communicating With
& Posing People
Knowing how to communicate with your subject is key to getting a good result, but you also have to know how to give creative direction and pose them if you want to build trust and project a sense of professionalism. Watch and learn as Karl reveals his professional techniques for putting the subject at ease while still working efficiently.
Problem Solving
& Creative Thinking
Whether it's a busy background, poorly-lit room or time-pushed subject, you'll need to know how to overcome the challenges of photographing on location. Karl outlines the most common challenges and teaches you how to confidently and professionally overcome them with creative thinking and the right application of knowledge.
Upskill Yourself
& grow your photography businessGet Started...
Watch the first chapter of the six-part course for free.
Our Pricing Plans
With all our plans you get access to over £8198 worth of classes & live shows, PLUS more are added to all plans every month!Monthly Plan
Per Month
Unlimited Access To All Courses
All Live Shows & Replays
New Courses Every Month
Live Shows Every Month
Training Support
Competitions with Amazing Prizes
Discounts Off Top Brands
Annual Plan
Per Year (Save £48)
Unlimited Access To All Courses
All Live Shows & Replays
New Courses Every Month
Live Shows Every Month
Training Support
Competitions with Amazing Prizes
Discounts Off Top Brands
Plus 3 x Lens Pouches
Plus 1 x Comfort Camera Strap
Lifetime Platinum Plan
Lifetime Access, Mentoring & Certification
Unlimited Access To All Courses
All Live Shows & Replays
New Courses Every Month
Live Shows Every Month
Training Support
Competitions with Amazing Prizes
Discounts Off Top Brands
Plus 3 x Lens Pouches
Plus 1 x Comfort Camera Strap
Plus 1 x X-Rite Color Check Passport
Mentorship Includes
Certification and accreditation from Karl Taylor based on your contributed portfolio
Great session Karl. Thank you. I’ve enjoyed these environmental sessions and hope to see many more. Looking forward to the next one.Geoff, KTE Member
Meet Your Tutor
Karl Taylor
Karl Taylor is a professional photographer with over 20 years experience and is known for his precise attention to detail and exquisite control of light. This knowledge and experience is evident throughout this series of classes, as he generously shares valuable insight and advice for photographing in challenging situations. Guided by his expertise and inspired by his passion, you’ll find no better tutor. Learn more about Karl here.
What's Included In My Membership With Karl Taylor Education?
Online Support
We are available for general customer support via our live chat, or for more specialist photography advice members can leave their comments & questions on the course pages for the team.
Professional Feedback On Your Images
Submit your photographs for our live photography critiques and get professional feedback and advice on your images.
Access To All Photography Classes
Members get complete access to hundreds of photography classes, which cover a wide range of genres. Watch classes from portrait, product, fashion, post-production & everything in between.
Live Talk Shows With Top Photographers
Karl is joined by some of the world's top photographers live, as these special guests give our members inside industry knowledge and advice.
Live Photography Workshops
Karl and the team go live for educational photography workshops - showing the live shoot from start to finish - with the unique opportunity to ask Karl your questions along the way.
Exclusive Discounts On Popular Brands
Members can save hundreds on camera gear with exclusive discounts available on a multitude of popular camera brands such as Hasselblad, Broncolor, Manfrotto & more!