Webinars & Talks
A little about me... I have been a Professional Portrait Photographer for over 10 years. I have won multiple awards including Top 5 International Portrait Photographer 2022, had over 50 international publications including front covers and 3 times been a finalist in Portrait of the Year.
As well as running Belle Privé Photography, I also run Emma Finch Photography which is predominantly on location, natural light photography specialising in Family, Lifestyle and Branding.
I also co-own Photography Session Days, teaching Portrait Photography and organising portfolio building events for photographers. Working in unique locations around the UK, we bring the finest models and performers together to create award winning images for photographers' portfolios.
I am available for virtual or in person speaking engagements for photography groups and camera clubs.
Talks can be bespoke. Please get in touch to enquire.
Webinars
1.5 hours plus questions £70
In person talks
1.5 hrs plus questions and can include a practical demonstration from £90
(plus travel if outside of the Manchester area)
Portraits with Impact
Elevate your portrait skills... Covering all aspects of portrait photography from posing, lighting, styling and editing, through to how to put people at ease and shooting more creative, conceptual work. Using Emma's skills as an award winning Professional Portrait Photographer & Educator, this talk is packed with practical tips and tricks for portrait photographers, from a section on photographing children on location through to more advanced studio lighting set ups with models. The talk includes examples of her own work for both Emma Finch Photography and Belle Privé Photography.
It rekindled my love of Portraiture
Insightful, enjoyable and very much appreciated
Absolutely love your work Emma. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
Lots of tips that can be used for all genres
So inspiring
Easygoing style and honest down to earth delivery
Helpful and Refreshingly revealing
Powerful Portraits (Brand New!)
Following on from Portraits with Impact, Powerful Portraits goes deeper into creating impactful portraits including how to get the best from your subject, working with character models, emotion and story telling in images. Using Emma's skills as an award winning Professional Portrait Photographer & Educator, this talk is packed with practical tips and tricks for portrait photographers, touching on lighting, styling, composition and editing. This talk will help you elevate your portraiture.
Photographing Women
Elevate your female portrait skills... Covering all aspects of portrait photography from flattering posing, lighting, styling and editing, through to how to put women at ease and finding your unique style. Using Emma's skills as an award winning Professional Portrait Photographer & Educator, this talk is packed with practical tips and tricks for portrait photographers.
The Art of Boudoir
A detailed look into how to become a Boudoir Photographer including feminine posing, styling, lighting and putting clients at ease (and everything in between) including examples of my award winning images.
Very interesting and informative
Beautiful work and an insightful talk
Fantastic and those photos are stunning
Stunning images and great webinar
Don't Say Cheese...
Capturing Natural Images of Children
Covering how to work with natural light & settings to achieve relaxed, timeless images of children, covering styling, posing (by age), prompts, how to find the best locations, put children at ease and shooting through the seasons. Includes examples of my award winning images for my sister company, Emma Finch Photography.
Can't wait to try out your tips on my own children
So much helpful information ... and gorgeous images!
A masterclass on portraiture
A super presentation, very insightful with loads of tips
Coming soon...
Explore the powerful impact photography can have on empowering your female clients. This talk will cover the psychology behind why women book photoshoots, the transformative effect it can have and most importantly the tools, tips, tricks, lighting and posing to make women look the best they possibly can in front of the camera. This talk will also explore how many women, such as cancer survivors, use a photoshoot almost as a form of therapy to boost self confidence and be able to love themselves again.
Uncover the secrets of lighting and composition that defined the classic and captivating Hollywood portrait. this talk unravels the art of dramatic lighting set ups and elegant posing to create glamorous, timeless portraits with a cinematic edge. Touching on the history of portraiture during the Golden Age of Hollywood, I will demonstrate how modern photographers can draw inspiration from the iconic images of the past, elevating their work by crafting more unique images. Transform your approach to portraiture in this exploration of the Hollywood's portrait.
(Bookable from March 2025)