FUJIFILM Lens Festival: Portrait Photography Session

The right lens can make all the difference to your photography experience and results. With this in mind, our Lens Festival is here to help you find the ideal equipment for your photography genre and style.

First up are our Portrait sessions. With expert demos and the chance to try out the best camera lens options for portrait photography, these two-hour sessions pack plenty in.

Before we explore what the Portrait Lens Festival sessions will include, let’s introduce the FUJIFILM Product Specialist who will be guiding you.

Carl Hare

Carl Hare pairs creative experience with technical know-how as a freelance photographer and FUJIFILM UK product specialist. His photography spans many genres, and while his professional roots trace back to weddings, Carl is equally adept at studio portraiture, street, macro, landscapes and wildlife.

Keen to share his wealth of knowledge, Carl has delivered photography workshops for close to a decade. His passion for the outdoors is a constant source of inspiration, and when he can combine it with his teaching skills, there’s simply nothing better — for him and his students.

Date: Friday 13th September 2024

Time: 17:15-19:15

Location: London

Meeting Point: Studio, Basement, FUJIFILM House of Photography,  8-9 Long Acre, Covent Garden, London, WC2E 9LH

Price: £29.00

Our Photography Lens Festival is all about introducing you to the best lenses for your FUJIFILM X or GFX camera. Our first day will focus on portrait photography, with Carl Hare on hand to explain what makes a camera lens suitable for portraits and help you compare the options we have available.

Along with expert guidance, you’ll have the opportunity to try out some of the lenses we have on offer. These two-hour sessions offer a practical way to find the ideal camera lens for creating impactful portraits.

When you arrive for your two-hour slot, Carl will provide a brief overview of the session. Then you’ll choose from a collection of lenses we feel are perfect for portrait photography and try them out in a practical activity.

These sessions focus on a hands-on approach rather than theory and learning. They provide the chance to have a go with some fantastic portrait photography lenses.

Please bring your FUJIFILM camera and SD card with you, and we’ll supply a range of lenses to try. We’ll also have FUJIFILM X and GFX cameras available to try on a first-come, first-serve basis if you currently use another brand.

Our Portrait Lens sessions are fully accessible and are suited for all photographers with a moderate activity level. The venue and studio are both accessible for wheelchair users.

Our workshop and Lens Festival leaders are fully First Aid Trained for studio activities and will always carry a full First Aid kit.

Lens Festival tickets do not include any expenses, train fares, meals, taxi fares, parking charges, etc unless otherwise stated. Please aim to arrive 15 minutes before your session time.

Once you have purchased a ticket, your place on the day will be reserved. If circumstances change and you need to cancel your place, please let us know 10 working days before the event, and we will be happy to issue you a full refund. Places cancelled after this time are non-refundable. You need to be at least 18 years of age in order to take part in this event and a disclaimer form will need to be completed on the day in order to take part in the day’s activity. In case of emergency on the day, please email fujifilm_schoolUK@fujifilm.com.