What you get:
Two days of shooting across the château's interiors, towers, orangery, and grounds; hands-on guidance on posing, light, and composition from 19 years of professional art nude and fine art work; small-group format so every participant gets real one-on-one time with models and mentor; access to a location most photographers will never shoot in.
Château de Bossuit, West Flanders, Belgium – all to build YOUR portfolio!
This workshop is an intensive hands-on 2 days of shooting Art Nude. Perfect for photographers that are wanting to expand their portfolio and knowledge on fine art photography with available daylight indoors, from hobbyist photographers with basic knowledge of photography to seasoned professionals.
- Additional information
– No more than 8 participants allowed to these tickets.
– Two nights' accommodation and two meals a day You can purchase as a separate package for €390
– Images taken during the workshop can be used for social media, website, portfolio use and for sale!
- Model releases included
- Special video tutorial of post processing included
- What to bring
– Camera (DSLR or Mirrorless)
– Spare Memory Cards
– Spare Battery
– Lenses, you are welcome to bring as many or as little as you would like & what you think will suit your work best.
– Notepad & Pen
– Laptops are not necessary, but welcome for viewing images taken during workshop
Please take the time to read my Terms & Conditions before you book. Your booking confirms this agreement
- Models
5+ professional art nude models, cast for this event alone, will work with you across the full run of the workshop — not one model shared across a crowd, but real time, real direction, real collaboration in front of the camera to ensure an inspiring and productive photoshoot experience.
Additional models will be booked depending on the number of participants to maintain the 2:1 or 1:1 shooting ratio, up to 6-7
- Shootings
Photographers who choose the 2:1 shooting format will work in teams of two during the workshop. Each pair will rotate through all models according to the shooting schedule, ensuring equal shooting time and opportunities with every model.
Photographers who choose the 1:1 shooting format will work individually with each model according to the shooting schedule, enjoying dedicated one-on-one shooting sessions throughout the workshop.
- 2nd of October- Arrival in Avelgem
- Transfer from Brussel (in case if you need)
4rd of October
09:30 – 10:30 Breakfast
11:00 – 12:00 group shooting
Dan Hecho demonstrates practical techniques for working with both individual models and multiple models during a photoshoot, including:
- How to make the most of natural light and use it effectively in your photography
- The secrets of successful communication with models to bring your creative vision to life
- How to create more elegant posing, including detailed work with hands and fingers on three different levels relative to the body
- How to avoid tension in posing and achieve a more natural, effortless look
- Using fabrics and flowing materials as creative accessories to add movement, atmosphere, and unique visual elements to your images
- How to successfully combine two or more models in a single frame, creating elegant compositions while understanding what details deserve special attention
This hands-on approach allows participants to observe the entire creative process in real time and gain practical techniques they can immediately apply to their own work.
12:00 – 14:20 Hands-On Shooting Sessions
Participants will have the opportunity to photograph all models during dedicated shooting sessions in either a 2:1 or 1:1 format.
Goal:
To build and expand each participant’s portfolio while maximizing creativity and producing unique, high-quality images with our models.
At the end of each shooting day, approximately 30 minutes will be dedicated to group sessions featuring multiple models. During this time, each photographer will have the opportunity to create and capture their own artistic group composition.
For participants who book additional shooting hours, extra time can be arranged individually before or after the main shooting schedule, subject to prior agreement with the model and availability.
14:30 – 15:30 lunch-break
15:30 – 18:00 Hands-On Shooting Sessions indoors and outdoors:
- 4th of October09:30 – 10:30 Breakfast
11:00 – 14:00 Hands-On Shooting Sessions
Participants will have the opportunity to photograph all models during dedicated shooting sessions in either a 2:1 or 1:1 format.
Goal:
To build and expand each participant’s portfolio while maximizing creativity and producing unique, high-quality images with our models.
At the end of each shooting day, approximately 30 minutes will be dedicated to group sessions featuring multiple models. During this time, each photographer will have the opportunity to create and capture their own artistic group composition.
For participants who book additional shooting hours, extra time can be arranged individually before or after the main shooting schedule, subject to prior agreement with the model and availability.
14:00-15:00 lunch-break
15:00 – 17:00 Hands-On Shooting Sessions indoors and outdoors:
17:30 departures
Regular price:
2:1 ratio €2,400,
1:1 ratio €3,500
🔥 Early Bird Special — 25% OFF
2:1 ratio €1,950
1:1 ratio €2,625
if booked before September 15th
Optional Accommodation & Catering Package
For an additional €390, you can enjoy a comfortable 2-night stay in private apartment rooms, along with two meals per day,
This package lets you focus entirely on your photography while we take care of your accommodation and dining, creating a relaxed and enjoyable workshop experience.
Bonus Gifts Included
As a participant, you'll also receive over $400 worth of educational content:
✅ Professional Editing Course
Learn my complete Lightroom & Photoshop workflow:
https://danhecho.pro/editing
✅ "2019" Lightroom Preset Collection
My most popular preset package:
https://hechopresets.com/2019-package-presets
Location Château de Bossuit
Confirmed models:
Additional models will be added based on the number of participants to maintain an optimal 2:1 or 1:1 photographer-to-model ratio, with up to 6-7 models in total.
How to Register
To reserve your spot, please complete the registration form below or contact me directly:
danhecho.pro@gmail.com
📱 WhatsApp +380632734396
Deposit
A €950 deposit is required to secure your place.
Spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.