The DREAM SHOOT Workshop Series

Coming up with an idea, and a good one at that, is one of the first things a creative director should do when they’re approaching a new photoshoot. When it comes to concepts, there are no new ideas, only fresh takes and original spins. When you’re starting out, you might not have the strongest artist voice and that’s okay! This is something that will develop overtime as you find a style that is uniquely yours.

When it comes to the logistics of a shoot, there is much to consider, such as the type of photoshoot you want to create, date and time, location, and how many people you need to hire as crew and cast.

So you want to get a crew together?! Here are all of our insider tips on how to cast models, find photographers and stylists, bring on production designers, etc., and do so in a cohesive way.

If you’re anything like me, organization might be a little hard for you, but here are some tips on how to stay on top of a shoot so that everyone is on the same page.

Creating a good vibe for your shoot and on set is easy, as long as you properly prepare beforehand!

It’s almost time for the shoot! Let’s talk about marketing it. These days, it’s become rarer and rarer for people to just stumble upon good art. A lot of the time you have to manipulate social media’s algorithm and jump over Internet hurdles just so that the people you want to see it see it.

Here is a step-by-step guide on how to handle the shoot day of!

Most of this course has been about photoshoots, but sometimes you may want to do a video shoot as well! The two things are similar, but you will definitely approach creative direction for them in different ways.

Sometimes shoots don’t go exactly as you planned…what then?

Once your photoshoot is ready to be released into the world, it’s smart to think about not only how you’re going to publish it, but how you’re going to keep the hype alive once it’s out!