Join acclaimed Vancouver photographer Don MacGregor for an immersive portrait workshop designed to elevate your technical skills, artistic vision, and confidence behind the camera.

This workshop goes beyond simply taking a photograph — it’s about creating portraits with impact, intention, and professional polish.

Don will guide you through the essential building blocks that separate ordinary portraits from exceptional ones:

·       Mastering light — understanding, shaping, and controlling it

·       Analyzing faces for flattering angles and features

·       Posing with purpose and confidence

·       Using a light meter for precision and consistency

·       Composition rules that truly make a portrait compelling

·       Creating sessions that are not only creatively fulfilling — but profitable

Bring note-taking materials.

In this hands-on workshop, Don MacGregor will dive deeper into how he creates environmental portraiture, where the subject and setting work together to tell a story.

You’ll explore:

·       Directing authentic expression

·       Advanced posing techniques in real-world settings

·       Metering in changing light conditions

·       Controlling and shaping light outdoors

·       Using flash effectively in natural environments

·       Handling unpredictable elements with confidence

Don brings decades of experience, insight, and real-world knowledge to this intensive workshop. His approachable teaching style and professional expertise make this a rare opportunity to learn from one of Canada’s most respected portrait photographers - you don’t want to miss this!

MEET THE SPEAKER:

Don MacGregor has been creating exceptional family and executive portraits for more than 45 years, with handcrafted images displayed in homes across Vancouver and around the world. A Canadian and American Master Photographer, Don has earned numerous accolades for portrait excellence, including the prestigious Jousuf Karsh Lifetime Achievement Award. Recognized as a leader in professional standards, he is a sought-after international speaker known for blending traditional craftsmanship with a relaxed, engaging teaching style.

Two Day Workshop Fees

PPGH or PPA Member: $140

Non-Member: $200

One day Meeting fees:

Guild Member:  all day $95 / evening only $25

Lifetime & Honorary Member:  all day $10 / evening only free

Guest:  all day $125 / evening only free for first timers or $35 for returning guests