Introduction to Female Posing with Mike Baker - TFC Birmingham Jan'26

Event Date: Saturday 31st January 2026 - 10am to 4.30pm

Master the art of directing and posing female subjects with confidence and precision in this comprehensive, hands-on workshop. Learn how to create flattering, elegant poses that enhance body form, convey the right energy, and tell a compelling visual story.

Working with a professional female model throughout the day, you will learn a systematic ground-up approach to posing that begins with foot placement and builds through body positioning, hand placement, posture, and overall composition. You will discover how to create natural, confident poses that showcase feminine grace and strength.

This workshop is designed for photographers at all levels who want to elevate their portrait work and direct female subjects with professional confidence.

Tickets available for just £89.99 - Purchase on the Studio Masters website HERE

What to Expect

The day begins with a relaxed meet and greet before moving into a structured learning experience focused on mastering female posing. Through a presentation and live demonstrations, you’ll learn the Studio Masters posing philosophy, covering body language, directing from the ground up, and creating flattering shapes using angles, S curves, triangles, and negative space. The sessions progress from foundational techniques to advanced concepts, with clear before-and-after examples showing how small adjustments transform an image. After lunch, you’ll take part in hands-on practice with a professional model, applying what you’ve learned and receiving real-time feedback. The workshop concludes with you leaving confident, skilled, and ready to direct female subjects with clarity and professional authority.

What You'll Learn:

• A systematic ground-up approach to posing, starting with foot placement and building through the entire body
• How to direct female subjects to create flattering curves, elegant lines, and natural, confident poses
• Effective hand placement techniques to eliminate awkwardness and create grace
• How to manage posture, shoulder alignment, and head positioning for maximum impact
• Techniques for creating different moods and energy through posing, from soft and romantic to strong and editorial
• How to adapt posing principles for different body types and ensure every subject looks their best
• Clear communication strategies to direct models and clients with confidence
• How to adapt posing principles across different photography genres, from corporate to creative
• Hands-on experience working with a professional female model

Tickets available for just £89.99 - Purchase on the Studio Masters website HERE 

About Your Instructor - Mike Baker

Mike Baker LRPS ANPS is a highly experienced professional photographer working across wedding, portrait, corporate, PR, media, fashion, and fine art photography. With a background rooted in classical wedding and portraiture, Mike is known for his strong in-camera technique, clear direction, and refined understanding of lighting, posing, and expression. He has photographed an exceptional range of subjects, including members of the Royal Family, Prime Ministers and Presidents, and well-known artists and performers. Through Studio Masters, Mike shares the knowledge, skills, and experience built over years as a working professional, helping photographers develop confidence, craft, and a deeper understanding of their art.

Getting to the Venue

This event is hosted at The Flash Centre Birmingham

The full store address is: The Flash Centre, Spectrum Point, 164 Clapgate Lane, Birmingham, B32 3DE

We do have on-site parking, with no pre-booking required.

What To Bring?

• Your camera and preferred lens for portrait work
• A notebook for taking notes during demonstrations
• An open mind and a willingness to practice and experiment

Key Information

Ticket Prices

Standard Ticket - £89.99