{"product_id":"the-artists-image-press-shots-portrait-masterclass","title":"The Artist's Image — Press Shots \u0026 Portrait Masterclass","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMake a photograph that sounds like you.\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou have the music, the ideas, the work. Now give people an image that makes them stop scrolling. Head out into London with James for a practical portrait session that combines making your press shots with learning how to create them yourselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCome solo or bring a creative partner. We will build a visual direction, find a compelling setting and explore how a lens, a patch of light and a small change of position can transform a portrait. James will demonstrate, photograph you and coach you behind the camera. With two participants, you can swap roles and learn to photograph one another.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat we will explore\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinding locations and backgrounds that suit your identity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLens choice, perspective and separating a subject from the scene.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable light, flattering angles and natural direction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaking space for press layouts, artwork and social crops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoosing the strongest frames and building a repeatable approach.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThree hours for one or two people, a short creative briefing by email and five edited digital portraits photographed by James, shared across the booking. These can be used for your own artist publicity, website and social channels. RAW files are not included. This is a location portrait and teaching session; studio hire, styling and makeup are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBring:\u003c\/strong\u003e a camera or smartphone, charged batteries and one or two outfit options. Send James a little about your work and the mood you want before the session.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDuration \u0026amp; party:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 hours · private session for up to 2 people. The price is for the complete private booking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eYour experience with James\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a private session with James Burns, founder of London from the Rooftops, drawing on over 20 years photographing London. Teaching is tailored to your interests, experience and equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBooking your date\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter purchase, email \u003ca href=\"mailto:james@londonfromtherooftops.com\"\u003ejames@londonfromtherooftops.com\u003c\/a\u003e with your order number. We will agree a date, meeting point and creative brief together. Please arrange your session within 12 months of purchase. Dates are subject to availability; contact James before buying if you need a particular day. Outdoor routes are planned around weather and accessible locations; private rooftop access is not included. Travel, refreshments and paid venue entry are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"London from the Rooftops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50784857620673,"sku":"LFTR-EXP-1","price":295.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0018\/5617\/6240\/products\/Moi.jpg?v=1670429611","url":"https:\/\/londonfromtherooftops.com\/products\/the-artists-image-press-shots-portrait-masterclass","provider":"London From The Rooftops","version":"1.0","type":"link"}