Portraits With Confidence: A Two-Part Masterclass with Sarah Deragon (May 3 & 17)
Portraits With Confidence: A Two-Part Masterclass with Sarah Deragon (May 3 & 17)
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Sunday, May 3, 2026 • 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM (in person)
Follow-up Image Review via Zoom on Sunday, May 17 • 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Looking Glass Photo • Berkeley, California
Limited to 10 participants for a premium, high-touch experience
A Creative Masterclass for Photographers Who Want to Capture People With Authenticity, Ease, and Real Confidence
Creating great portraits isn’t just about lighting or composition — it’s about connection, trust, direction, and learning how to truly see the person in front of your lens. In this immersive two-part masterclass, professional portrait photographer Sarah Deragon will teach you how to bring confidence, clarity, and creative presence to every portrait you make.
This masterclass goes far beyond basic posing or simple camera settings. Sarah shares the same techniques she uses in her professional sessions with artists, activists, entrepreneurs, small business owners, and families — the real tools that help people relax, express themselves, and show up in portraits feeling like their true selves.
With a dynamic mix of hands-on practice, guided direction, discussion, and creative exploration, this is a premium experience designed for photographers who want to deepen their portrait craft, refine their voice, and walk away with real, repeatable skill.
Session 1 — The Portrait Experience (In-Person, 3 hours)
A dynamic, hands-on creative session at Looking Glass where you’ll learn:
Crafting Connection
How to build trust quickly and create a safe, comfortable environment for your subject.
Confident Direction & Natural Posing
Simple, intuitive prompts that bring out genuine expression and relaxed, believable poses.
Seeing Light for Portraits
Using natural light, shade, reflectors, and backgrounds to flatter your subject and create mood.
Creative Composition
Angles, cropping, negative space, and movement that bring energy and personality into your work.
Your Creative Voice
How to make choices that feel aligned with the portraits you want to create — not the ones you think you “should” make.
You’ll practice photographing people in class, applying what you learn immediately with Sarah’s guidance.
Session 2 — Image Review & Creative Refinement (Zoom, ~90 minutes)
Two weeks after the in-person session, you’ll meet with Sarah and your classmates for a live online image review. This powerful follow-up session includes:
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Thoughtful critique of your portraits
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Discussion of intention vs. execution
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What’s working — and how to take it further
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How to strengthen direction, connection, and composition
Students consistently say that the review session is where everything clicks — and where their confidence grows most.
Who This Masterclass Is For
This experience is designed for photographers who want:
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Confidence directing and photographing people
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Sharper instincts for expression, gesture, and timing
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A more natural, comfortable portrait workflow
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Stronger creative voice and visual intention
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Real feedback on their work
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Professional-level guidance in a supportive environment
Whether you photograph artists, families, business owners, or friends — or want to start photographing people for the first time — this masterclass will elevate your approach.
What to Bring
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A camera or smartphone (either works beautifully)
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A fully charged battery
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Notebook for insights, prompts, and techniques
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A willingness to practice, play, and explore
About Sarah Deragon
Sarah Deragon is a professional portrait photographer and the founder of Portraits to the People, known throughout the Bay Area for her creative, authentic approach to photographing people. Her work centers around capturing real expression and helping people feel like the best version of themselves — whether she’s photographing entrepreneurs, artists, families, or creatives. With over a decade of experience and more than 10 years teaching iPhoneography, Sarah brings humor, heart, clear instruction, and deep creative insight to every session.
Instagram: @sarahderagon • @portraitstothepeople
Cancellation Policy
Full refund with at least 72 hours’ notice.
Why people choose Looking Glass
Why people choose Looking Glass
You could buy gear anywhere. But if you believe photography is personal, you’re in the right place.
At Looking Glass, we’ve spent over 50 years helping photographers feel confident, supported, and inspired—not just stocked up. When you shop with us:
- You get guidance from photographers when you want it, not algorithms
- You support a locally owned store that reinvests in education and community
- You have someone to call, email, or walk in and talk to after the sale—that’s important
- You help ensure that independent, human-centered photography spaces still exist
You already love photography. We’re here to help you unlock what’s next.
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