Q. How is the workshop organized? A. The workshop/shoot is a casual, limited instruction event. We opt for a hands on working situation, not a lecture, theory and diagram type of workshop. Instruction will be given as necessary during the course of the shoot by Bentlight Studios staff.     Q. What is the ratio of photographers to models? A. The ratio is 4:1, but there is plenty of 'one on one' shooting during the course of the session. The workshop/shoot is organized in the East Coast 'photo club' style where one photographer works with the model for a few minutes and then hands off to the next photographer.     Q. How many total photographers per session? A. There are only 4 photographers per session. This provides a closer working situation where every one truly gets equal shooting time and gains the maximum of shared information. This is not an outdoor 'free for all' photo shoot, but a casual, fun and creative learning environment.     Q. What will I need to bring with me? Do I need lighting equipment? A. You'll need to bring your camera gear, film, and a sync cord. Film and a sync cord can be purchased from Bentlight Studios if you forget these items. There is no need to bring any lighting equipment to the shoot. Bentlight Studios provides a Speedotron black line studio strobe lighting system, up to five (5) strobe heads, soft boxes, reflectors and grip equipment.     Q. What level of experience will the other photographers have? A. All levels of photographers will attend the workshop/shoots. Some are learning to work with studio strobes and others are "old hands" at working in the studio. A lot of information and stories are shared between photographers of different levels.     Q. What if I've never worked with studio strobes before? A. Bentlight Studios offers a basic hands on introduction to working with studio strobes. The introduction class is usually held on Wednesday evenings.     Q. Will I have to sign a model release? A. Yes, there is a limited model release that both the photographers and models sign. This gives the photographer the legal right to use the images shot at the workshop for their own promotion and for both on line and physical portfolios. It does not allow the photographer to sell the images for publication, stock or internet content. A full unlimited release must be negotiated with the model before the images can be sold or the model has the right to sue the photographer.     Q. Will I be required to give the models prints/scans for their time? A. No, however photographers should recognize the models efforts and reward them for their good work. It is also a great marketing tool for the photographer to have models showing their work around too.     Q. Will I be able to get contact information for the model after the shoot? A. No. For safety reasons contact between the photographer and model after the shoot will go through Bentlight Studios staff. Many times the models will feel comfortable enough with a photographer in the course of the workshop/shoot and will want to share their contact information, but if the model isn't willing to share this info, Bentlight Studios staff will not provide it.     Q. Will I be able to shoot with the model after the scheduled session is over? A. Yes, you can if the model or the studio isn't booked after that session. A model sets her own rate based on many factors, so it's up to you to negotiate that rate with her and check with a Bentlight Studios staff member on the availability of the rental of the studio. Some of the models we use for our events travel from out of town and would love to maximize their trip to L.A. by booking as many shoots as they can.     Q. Is it possible to arrange a individual shoot with a different model? A. Yes, Bentlight Studios keeps a book of models that photographers can view. If you find a model in the book that you are interested in working with, Bentlight Studios will assist in booking her for you at no additional charge. Inquire with a Bentlight Studios staff member to view the book of models.     Q. When is payment due for a workshop? A. All payments are due in full at the time of registration for the workshop. Space in a workshop is first come, first serve.     Q. What form of payment is accepted? A. Checks, credit cards (VISA or Mastercard), or online payment through the Bentlight Studios encrypted register form.     Q. Can I get a refund if I have to cancel? A. Registration fees are non-refundable, but can be credited in full to a future workshop provided we are able to fill the space with another photographer. Therefore, it is to your benefit to inform us as soon as possible if you must cancel. The shoot is budgeted on having a full body of registered photographers for the event. Full refunds will be made if the event is canceled by Bentlight Studios.     Q. Will I need to bring money to pay the model(s)? A. No. The fee for the workshop/shoot is all inclusive and there is no need to bring extra cash or "model money". Snacks and refreshments are also included.     Q. If I have more questions, who can I contact? A. Contact me at (818) 882-8660 or at sterling@bentlightstudios.com.