Studio Portrait Lighting: 3 Simple Setups for Stunning Results

Have you ever looked at a beautiful portrait and wondered how it was lit? In this class, you’ll learn how to create stunning, professional-looking portraits using three simple and effective studio lighting setups. I’m Roy, a professional photographer, and I’ll guide you step by step through practical lighting techniques that you can apply immediately, whether you’re a beginner or an experienced photographer looking to refine your skills.

We’ll cover:

• A clean and flattering Beauty Setup using a beauty dish and reflector
• A dramatic Rim Light setup using two softboxes for powerful separation
• A versatile One-Light setup using a small softbox with white and black screens to control contrast and sculpt shadows

You’ll learn how light direction, distance, and modifiers affect the mood of your portraits, and how small adjustments can completely transform your results.

This class is designed to be clear, practical, and easy to follow. With just a few lights and simple tools, you’ll gain the confidence to create professional studio portraits in almost any space.

By the end of this course, you’ll understand not just how to set up the lights — but why they work.

Let’s shape light and create stunning portraits.