Essence Over Pose: The Emotive Portrait Workshop
by Tina Leu

A one-day workshop for portrait photographers who want to create with clarity, presence, and emotion.

Reserve Your Seat - $950 Early Bird

Location: Munich, Germany

Date: July 6, 2026

Only 6 seats

Early Bird: $950

Full Price: $1150 after April 30

Booking includes full-day workshop and lunch

The pose is the framework.

The movement is the feeling.

What you’ll learn:

Guiding clients with clarity - from trust-building to expression
My ARC framework for layered emotional range and nuance
Simple artificial lighting for shape and mood
My “One Pose, Many Frames” approach to visual variety
How to create timeless portraits with presence

I'M READY TO REGISTER!

What’s Included

Full-day, in-person workshop led by Tina
Morning educational modules (expression, lighting, direction)
An overview of client journey workflow
Live lighting demo + setup walk-through
Apply the techniques in a guided shoot with your peers
Intimate setting - only a handful of attendees for focused learning
Refreshments and lunch provided

Want to be photographed too?

A chance to be photographed by me — and experience what you’re learning to create for others!

As an attendee, you’ll get the first opportunity to book an exclusive 45-minute portrait session with me the day after our workshop.

5 naturally retouched portraits
A BTS look at how I create simple, emotive portraits with you as the muse

Only 2 sessions available
Add-on bundle rate: +$1100
Waitlist get first access to book

Ready to book your seat?

Let’s move beyond stiff poses and into something deeper.
Register at the Early Bird Rate of $950

REGISTER

Only 6 spots available. After April 30, registration opens to the public at full price of $1150.

FAQs

This workshop is best suited for photographers who have some experience with portrait work — ideally 2–5 years in, or already working with clients. You don’t need to be full-time, but a foundational comfort with your camera and photographing people is helpful.
In Munich, Germany area - the exact location will be shared after booking.
Your camera, a 50mm lens and/or 24-70mm (or 35mm), and an open mind to be photographed and have fun. You’ll also want a notebook to jot down all the nuggets.
Not at this time - full payment is required at booking to reserve your seat.

A word from past workshop rockstars:

“If you’re waiting for the right time - don’t! My session has been such a confidence booster for me and remotivated me to dive back into life! So grateful for Tina, her kind spirit, and her incredible talent!"

Katie Campbell

“This isn’t a posing workshop. It’s about movement, connection, and creating raw, emotive images that actually feel alive.”

Shirley Sheung

“This workshop strips away the noise so you can focus on connection, creativity, and the story in front of your lens. No complicated lighting needed.”

Tanya Maycock

“More communication, more movement, more life in my shoots. It completely changed how I direct and how my clients feel in their bodies!”

Melissa Evans