Title: Creating Vibrant Portraits with Color Gels
Session Type: Photo Walk
Description: Discover how to bring new life to your portrait photography with the creative use of colored gels. In this hands-on course, you’ll learn to set up lighting with gels, experiment with vibrant color effects, and craft unique visual moods. Whether you’re looking to add subtle enhancements or bold statements to your portraits, you’ll gain practical techniques and creative insights that transform your images.
About Ivan Duran:
Ivan Duran is an acclaimed portrait and wedding photographer, known for his extraordinary understanding of lighting and unique creative vision. Drawing inspiration from a wide range of sources, including Renaissance art, sci-fi cinema, and his Mexican heritage, Ivan uniquely combines his creativity and technical expertise to create compelling and inspiring images. His profound knowledge and imaginative use of lighting techniques create dramatic, powerful images that radiate with emotive intensity.
His images are not only visually stunning, but they also capture the deeper emotional undercurrents of his subjects. This extraordinary flair for transforming ordinary moments into powerful visual narratives has led to his work being celebrated across numerous platforms. He has won over 61 Merit Awards through WPPI, including 4 gold awards, and made history by winning two gold medals at the World Photography Cup in 2022. Ivan’s superior retouching abilities not only amplify his creative vision but also imbue his photos with an emotive quality that sets his work apart.
Beyond his impressive achievements as a photographer, Ivan is also an influential figure in the photography industry. Passionate about sharing his wealth of knowledge, he frequently speaks at industry conferences and workshops. He strongly believes in the power of community and collaboration, and is committed to fostering a culture of continual learning and growth among his peers. His dedication to mentorship, coupled with his extensive and awe-inspiring portfolio, cements Ivan’s place as a leading light in the world of photography.
