Wex Summer Roadshow: Free Seminar: Join Stephanie Thornton for an inspiring Classic to Commercial session on Creating Timeless Portraits

Join us at Wex Newcastle on Saturday 18th July as part of the Wex Summer Roadshows. We’re bringing a full programme of free seminar talks, live demonstrations and practical sessions to Wex stores across the UK.

These talks are designed to inspire, educate and give photographers & filmmakers the chance to learn directly from experienced professionals, brand experts and leading creatives. Whether you’re looking to improve your technique, try new ideas or get more from your kit, each session offers practical advice you can take straight into your own photography.

• 11:00 - 12:00 Stephanie Thornton | Sponsored by Wex

Classic to Commercial: Creating Timeless Portraits & Modern Headshots

Explore the foundations of strong portraiture in this practical session focused on creating clean, timeless and professional results.

This talk will look at how to build simple, effective lighting setups that flatter the subject, create consistency and deliver a polished finish. From classic portrait techniques to modern headshot approaches, attendees will learn how small changes in lighting, posing and direction can make a big difference to the final image.

Perfect for photographers looking to improve their portrait work, build confidence with lighting or create more professional headshots, this session offers practical advice that can be applied straight away.

Whether you’re photographing clients, colleagues, creatives or personal projects, you’ll leave with a stronger understanding of how to create portraits that feel clean, confident and high quality.

Talks will be held down the road for the store at Jesmond Dene Real Tennis Club, Matthew Bank, Jesmond, Newcastle. NE2 3RE