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Join My In-Person Portrait Photography Workshops!

I invite you to join me for an unforgettable hands-on learning experience in one of my portrait photography workshops. Whether you’re a hobbyist, a parent or grandparent wanting to improve your portraits, or a professional photographer looking to refine your skills, my workshops are designed for all experience levels. You don’t need a lot of experience—just bring your camera, a portrait lens, and a willingness to learn!

Each workshop typically spans two days. On the first day, you’ll dive into theory and techniques, followed by a chance to participate in an actual photo session, where you’ll apply what you’ve learned and capture stunning images of children. On the second day, we’ll focus on editing those photos together using Adobe Lightroom and sometimes a little Photoshop. You don’t need advanced skills in these programs, but I do recommend familiarizing yourself with their interfaces before the workshop.

What you’ll learn during the workshop:

  • How to create stunning, timeless portraits of children indoors and outdoors
  • Techniques for working with kids to capture natural, relaxed poses
  • How to use natural light to create a magical atmosphere in any situation
  • Efficient editing techniques in Lightroom to enhance your photos with professional results
  • How to achieve unforgettable images using simple tools and techniques

All the photos taken during the workshop can be used in your portfolio and shared on social media, as long as you mention they were captured during the workshop.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to elevate your skills, my workshops provide a perfect blend of hands-on experience and creative learning. I travel worldwide to teach photographers how to master the art of photographing children using both natural and artificial light—join me and other passionate photographers for this exciting journey!

Portrait photography workshop in Leipzig, Germany

Portrait photography workshop in Lubbeek, Belgium

Portrait photography workshop with Iwona in Mansfield, Texas

Portrait photography workshop with Iwona in Chilliwack, BC, Canada

Portrait photography workshop in Vienna, Austria

Portrait photography workshop with Iwona in San Jose, CA, USA

Portrait photography workshop in Moss, Norway

Portrait photography workshop with Iwona in Tokyo, Japan

Portrait photography workshop in Bibione, Italy

Portrait photography workshop in Akureyri, Iceland

Portrait photography workshop with Iwona in Ottawa, Canada

Magical Childhood Moments video course

My photos

Let’s shoot side by side and discover the world of childhood imagination. During my workshop you will learn how I take my photos indoors and outdoors, you will learn how to make the best out of the available light and scenery. And of course, you’ll learn all my tips and tricks for photo editing.

Magical Children photography by Iwona Podlasińska | Warsztaty dla fotografów dziecięcych
Magical Children photography by Iwona Podlasińska | Warsztaty dla fotografów dziecięcych
Magical Children photography by Iwona Podlasińska | Warsztaty dla fotografów dziecięcych
Magical Children photography by Iwona Podlasińska | Warsztaty dla fotografów dziecięcych
Magical Children photography by Iwona Podlasińska | Warsztaty dla fotografów dziecięcych

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Rated 0 out of 5
18 November 2019

This was for sure the most interesting, eye-opening and honest workshop I have ever got to follow. Worth every penny and more ❤️Lightroom is almost all she works with for retouching. And of course the most important thing. All is done in finding the magic off the light and creating the right environment and right settings in-camera.

Sabina Coopman
Rated 0 out of 5
18 November 2019

Iwona’s work is my biggest inspiration and I’m very happy I attended her workshop in Poland. It was better than I expected. Iwona shared tones of knowledge with us and answered all sorts of questions we had. Iwona is a very friendly person and her friendly approach really showed throughout the whole time. I feel inspired and pumped up with knowledge. Thank you, Iwona

Agnes Moreschi
Rated 0 out of 5
18 November 2019

I had the amazing chance to assist to Iwona’s workshop in Canada and it was a fabulous and unique experience. She is authentic, generous and such a great teacher! I now have a better comprehension of natural lighting and I have learn a lot about editing in Lightroom. Definitely a good way to bring your photography skills to a new level!

Marie-hélène Gravel
Rated 5 out of 5
30 September 2020

I started watching the editing videos of Iwona, after that I wanted to learn even more and so I followed the masterclass in Belgium last September. From start to finish it was a magical experience! Nice to work with other enthusiastic photographers on a beautiful pure children’s photo. Now working on putting everything I learned into practice. Thanks Iwona! Susanne Vis (workshop in Niel, Belgium, September 2020)

Susanne Vis
Rated 0 out of 5
5 September 2020

I initially purchased the LR and LR&PS Collection and let me tell you, it is one of the best investments I have made in my photography journey. Iwona’s approach to editing is simple and easy to follow. It has really changed my workflow when it comes to editing. I rarely pull images in PS thanks to the techniques I’ve learned watching her videos. Thanks Iwona for sharing your talent with us (Iya Sunglao, Lightroom and Photoshop collection of video tutoials)

Iya Sunglao
Rated 0 out of 5
9 June 2020

I love Iwona’s work and have purchased many of her tutorials. I also did a Skype session with her a few years ago. She is a wonderful, kind and generous person. I love every tutorial I have purchased. Her lessons are carefully constructed and easy to follow. Her prices are always low. You just cannot go wrong. Someday I hope to meet Iwona. What a special day that will be.

Edie Layland
Rated 5 out of 5
24 March 2020

I have been a professional photographer for nearly 45 years and have attended many seminars over my career. Iwona’s seminar rates at the top. She covers, in depth, the prep work, the shoot and post production work that she uses to create her masterpieces. Bill Terry – William Terry Images, Inc. (Workshop in New Orleans, LA, USA, April 2019)

Bill Terry - William Terry Images, Inc.
Rated 0 out of 5
6 March 2020

Great Workshop! your a very inspiring photographer full of energy and creativity.
thank you for the amazing time and advices. Melody Mir (Workshop: Warsaw, March 5th 2020)

melody
Rated 5 out of 5
21 November 2019

This was a great workshop and a fantastic experience. Iwona showed us how she creates her photos from the idea to post-production never holding anything back. She was willing to answer any question we had. I was very happy with the workshop and the communication with her after the event was over. I highly recommend it to anyone.

Sabina Coopman
Rated 5 out of 5
21 November 2019

Iwona’s work is my biggest inspiration and I’m very happy I attended her workshop in Poland. It was better than I expected. Iwona shared tones of knowledge with us and answered all sorts of questions we had. Iwona is a very friendly person and her friendly approach really showed throughout the whole time. I feel inspired and pumped up with knowledge. Thank you, Iwona

Agnes Moreschi

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