ITALY. Art photographer in Amsterdam, the Netherlands Irina Dzhul

Master class IRINA DZHUL in ROME

27th-28th of April 2024

This photography master class in a fairy tale style take place in Rome in two completely different city locations

A two-day master class is the most effective way to learn.

It is a balanced presentation of the material: first theory, then practice. 

On the first day, you will have the opportunity to shoot two completely different unique images (idea, outfit, decor and location). You will be able to understand all the components of a good shot and make your own shots. After this training, you will be able to implement this easily in your subsequent photo shoots.

The second day is entirely devoted to the processing of your footage in Photoshop.

There will also be a series of mini lectures aimed at ensuring that you not only will be able to repeat everything for yourself like the teacher during the master class, but that thanks to this knowledge you yourself can come up with ideas, make interesting compositional shots and know how to work competently with light and color.

The main thing in learning is keeping 

the structure and the step by step method.

The goal of learning is not to create clones who will make repetitions of my work, but to give you all the tools you need to create your own unique masterpieces.

ITALY. Art photographer in Amsterdam, the Netherlands Irina Dzhul
ITALY. Art photographer in Amsterdam, the Netherlands Irina Dzhul

THE FIRST DAY. PHOTO SHOOTING

The first day we work at the location. I will prepare 2 concepts with models, makeup and hair, dresses and decor.

From 12am to 6pm — introductory part 1 hour and then shooting for 5 hours.

THEORY:   

  1. Introduction to the participants. Short story about Irina Dzhul, photographer. 
  2. Idea. How to turn your idea into a great image. 
  3. Models, locations, dresses and other details to realize your ideas. 
  4. Discovering the light, working with a model and the surroundings. 
  5. Composition and elements of a collage. 

PRACTICE:   

  1. Choice of location, light, composition, building a frame
  2. Working with the natural light of the environment. 
  3. Working with camera settings. 
  4. Model. Sense of freedom, finding the angles and postures. 
  5. Questions. 


During these two days you will need:

  • camera;
  • camera lenses;
  • drinking water;
  • a good mood :)

Each participant will receive materials from the master class from Irina: 

  • participant diploma,  
  • step-by-step instructions with screenshots in English, 
  • PSD file with processing with layers, 
  • an article about composition,
  • tips on how to work with color, 
  • textures,
  • Presets.

THE SECOND DAY. EDITING

The second day we spend entirely in the lecture room. We process those images that were shot on the first day of the master class.7 hours, from 10am to 1pm — lecture, from 1pm to 2pm — lunch. From 2PM to 6PM — lecture.

THEORY:    

  1. Inspiration, finding your personal taste. 
  2. Color — the most important component for image perception. 
  3. Psychology of frame. How to emphasize idea and emotion. 
  4. The ten most important criteria of photographs. 
  5. Theory of composition. 
  6. Style of the author’s personality. 
  7. A great portfolio. 
  8. How to show your work in social networks. 
  9. Client contract, model release. 
  10. Sales. 

PRACTICE:   

  1. Photo selection. 
  2. Camera RAW processing. Individual and batch processing. 
  3. Working in Photoshop. Setting up your workspace. 
  4. Start working. Finding the right composition, framing options. 
  5. Collage. Working with characters and space. 
  6. Deleting unnecessary items. Using Liquify. 
  7. using contrast to achieve a 3D effect. 
  8. Areas of emphasis, vignetting. 
  9. Various methods of color correction and toning. 
  10. Avoiding color compression. 
  11. Skin treatment. Combining different techniques to achieve a natural look. 
  12. Working with freckles and pores. 
  13. Processing eyes and hair to get more expression. 
  14. Using effects in a frame. 
  15. Working with textures. 
  16. Methods to improve the sharpness of your image. 
  17. Prepare images for online publishing. 
  18. Using Actions to speed up your work. 
  19. Questions

Why should you go to this training?

Because you will find answers to all your questions:

ITALY. Art photographer in Amsterdam, the Netherlands Irina Dzhul

WHERE to get an idea?

This is the most important point for a photographer. Having an original idea is what sets you apart from the rest

ITALY. Art photographer in Amsterdam, the Netherlands Irina Dzhul

Where can I get outfit and props?

This is the most difficult question. Because of this, many don’t continue beyond this point.

ITALY. Art photographer in Amsterdam, the Netherlands Irina Dzhul

HOW to process?

so that it will look like photographic paintings and you will move away from cheap processing.

ITALY. Art photographer in Amsterdam, the Netherlands Irina Dzhul

HOW to monetize?

You need to know what platforms and options for selling your pictures are available.

Who is this master class for?

  • This training is suitable for beginning photographers who are looking for their own style and path
  • But it’s also suitable for experienced photographers. Because attending a master class is an entry to a new level of professionalism. You will see another side to photography, how it can be turned into art.


ITALY. Art photographer in Amsterdam, the Netherlands Irina Dzhul

ABOUT THE TEACHER

  • Irina Dzhul is a famous photographer from Ukraine. She now lives in the Netherlands.
  • She creates her Fine art photographs in a fairy tale style. 
  • She has a large audience on Instagram of 111 thousand subscribers and leads an active life. 
  • She lovingly shares her professionalism at her master classes around the world, where she is always very welcome. 
  • She has been teaching for more than 6 years and has taught about 70 master classes all over the world, in the Netherlands, Italy, Brazil, Argentina, Norway, Latvia, etc. 
  • You can see her work on the covers of many magazines, books and  music CDs around the world.
  • In 2019, she was nominated for the Photographer of the Year in Ukraine and entered the top 100 successful women in Kyiv in the National Ranking of 1000 Successful Women in Ukraine. 
  • She is also a winner of photo contests. For example, three times winner in the Austrian competition TRIERENBERG SUPER CIRCUIT (2020, 2021 and 2022). 
  • She has held over 12 photography exhibitions. For example, the exhibition in Mexico HABITAT Festival de Fotografía Internacional en León / FFIEL 2021. 
  • She has taken a lot of photos of Ukrainian celebrities (presenters, singers, actors) in the project “Kazkovy Kiev” and “Caballero” 
PORTFOLIO
ITALY. Art photographer in Amsterdam, the Netherlands Irina Dzhul

Yes, the master class actually turned out to be very good) of all the master classes I’ve been to, I probably learned the most from this one, in terms of shooting and in terms of retouching. 

Special thanks for the detailed explanation of the location, why it was chosen in this way and not otherwise) Why it’s better to stand higher and take a picture, these are the details that many teachers do not explain, but here they were. 

I really liked Irina’s personal method of High Pass retouching and in general the atmosphere was happy and relaxed) And of course I can’t forget the image of Anya, everything was designed from tip to toe. 

Of course, next time I want to “extend the pleasure”) so not just one day, but several days so that we will have time for everything)))

ITALY. Art photographer in Amsterdam, the Netherlands Irina Dzhul

I have long wanted to attend the master class of Irina Dzhul! I’m very glad I was able to get in! 

Everything was cool and interesting, I had a lot of positive impressions :)) Despite 5 hours of shooting, I didn’t even feel tired, the process was so engaging, I didn’t want to leave) 

Irina is a very talented and positive person, many thanks to the organizer and Irina herself :) I would like to meet her again !))😊


ITALY. Art photographer in Amsterdam, the Netherlands Irina Dzhul

Thank you very much Irina Dzhul, for everything I learned at the master class, it was the first time for me… The lecture was a lot of fun and a unique experience, as was the shooting, and the very process of gaining knowledge. 

I admire Irina’s talent, the way she shares her experience with us, she is a very open person, kind… so all in all, I am very glad that I attended her master class, I think it wasn’t the last time!!!

ITALY. Art photographer in Amsterdam, the Netherlands Irina Dzhul

🌸🌸🌸Hello everyone!!! 🌸🌸🌸 I want to share with you my wonderful emotions and impressions! 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻 I really liked everything, both shooting and processing the pictures! 😍 I just immersed myself into a fairy tale, thanks to Irina Dzhul and the whole team, you are great🌸 and thank you for sharing your experience. And of course after this I want to create more! 📷📷📷 

So success to everyone, ☺️☺️☺️, and whoever is thinking about going, I advise you to absolutely do it 😜