All-Day CE Workshop: The Fine Art of Character Portraits with Jen Hargrove

Take your portrait photography to the next level with Jen Hargrove’s immersive, hands-on All-Day Continuing Education Workshop, The Fine Art of Character Portraits.

In this full-day session, Jen will guide participants through the creative and technical process of crafting portraits that evoke emotion, depth, and story. Through live demonstrations and guided shooting, you’ll learn how to combine light, posing, styling, and composition to capture the essence of your subject — transforming portraits into fine art.

This workshop will cover:

• Creating connection and trust with your subject

• Mastering painterly lighting and color tones

• Styling and composition for visual storytelling

• Directing expression and emotion naturally

• Developing a fine art editing approach that enhances, not distracts

By the end of the workshop, photographers will have a stronger understanding of how to turn everyday portraits into intentional works of art — rich with emotion, texture, and authenticity.

Meet the Speaker:

Jen Hargrove

Jen Hargrove is a fine art portrait photographer known for her emotional depth, painterly style, and ability to reveal her subjects’ true essence. Her award-winning work has been celebrated for its timeless aesthetic and storytelling quality.

With years of experience in both commissioned work and gallery exhibitions, Jen has developed a refined artistic process that blends technical skill with emotional connection. As an educator, she’s passionate about helping photographers create portraits that move beyond documentation — portraits that truly speak.