PHOTOGRAPHY SESSION DAYS

MASTERPIECES

SATURDAY 15th MARCH 2025

Recreate Masterpiece portrait paintings on a very special Session Day on Saturday 15th March 2025 in Stockport. We will be creating sets to enable you to take and make images based upon the famous works of Leonardo da Vinci (MONA LISA), Vincent Van Gogh (SELF PORTRAIT), Rene Magritte (THE SON OF MAN), Frida Kahlo (SELF PORTRAIT) and Vermeer (GIRL WITH A PEARL EARRING).

Attendees will work in pairs (2) around the five sets.

This represents a change of format from our previous group events on location and gives you more opportunity to work with each model.

Masterpieces - Saturday 15th March

EVENT OVERVIEW

WHEN?

This event is being held on Saturday 15th March 2025 and there are 3 slots to choose from.

Morning
9:15 – 11:25 AM
Lunchtime
12:15 to 14:25 PM
Afternoon
15:15 to 17:25 PM

On each slot, you will work in a team of two to photograph each of the five featured models for 22 minutes on each of the five sets.

WHERE?

This event will take place at All Saints Parish Church, Manchester Road, Stockport

Postcode : SK4 1QA

where we will be staging five sets that recreate Masterpiece portrait paintings.

WHAT?

The event features five professional models and there are ten places for photographers on each of three sessions. One in the morning, one at lunchtime and one in the afternoon. Attendees will work in pairs (groups of two) with each model in turn.

HOW MUCH?

The price to attend this event per photographer is :

£155

Register for a Place on the MASTERPIECES Session Day

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Flexibility

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THE MASTERPIECES & THE MODELS

Each masterpiece portrait will be specifically styled with the models shown below. We will not necessarily be using exact costume/backgrounds in the original paintings but as close as we can get. As you will be working in pairs and once you have created the hero image, there should be time for you to be creative with each model to apply your own spin on the classic character/painting.

Girl with a Pearl Earring by Vermeer
Eowyn Luna by Nicola Beech

GIRL WITH A PEARL EARRING

Eowyn Luna will be the Girl with a Pearl Earring.

Painting by Vermeer
Image of Eowyn courtesy of Nicola Beech

Self Portrait by Vincent Van Gogh
Foxy Jasper by Graham Currey

SELF PORTRAIT – BANDAGED EAR

Foxy Jasper with his distinctive red beard will be recreating this iconic self portrait and will also be available for images with easel and sunflowers.

Painting by Vincent Van Gogh

Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci
Lauren

MONA LISA

Lauren Leigh will be our model to recreate the most famous of all portrait paintings. We have a specially commissioned backdrop to add that extra touch of authenticity.

Painting by Leonardo da Vinci

Frida Kahlo
Tetiana by Gemma Ayres

FRIDA KAHLO

Tetiana with her distinctive look will be recreating Frida Kahlo’s self portrait in bright and colourful Mexican inspired attire.

Painting by Frida Kahlo
Image of Tetiana courtesy of Gemma Ayres

The Son of Man by Rene Magritte
Mr Peeps by Graham Currey

THE SON OF MAN

Mr Peeps is The Son of Man by Rene Magritte. He has quite a unique look and will also be available to create additional images in his bowler hat.

Painting by Rene Magritte

ESSENTIAL INFO

HOW DOES IT WORK?

This event is an opportunity for you as photographer to work closely with each model in turn. You will be working in pairs on each of the five sets with backdrops.

LIGHTS/ACTION?

Lighting equipment will be provided on each set. The use of equipment is included within your admission price. On each set we will be designing a lighting setup to suit the model. Lights will either be continuous lights or studio/strobe lighting with triggers and modifiers for your use. If you require assistance using the lights provided then we will be on hand to provide expertise.

NEWS & VIEWS

We want to keep you up to date with what we are planning and also to get your feedback and comments. Take a look at our blog posts.

What a Wigan Weekender That Was

What a Wigan Weekender That Was

Our Wigan Weekender was held at Leigh Spinners on 19th/20th October. We hosted 84 Photographers and 8 Models over the course of 4 sessions. We couldn’t be prouder of everyone involved. Read all about it here.

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