Frequently Asked Questions

We limit each event to 8-12 photographers to ensure everyone gets adequate one-on-one shooting time with the model and receives personalized attention from our team.

Events typically run 4 hours total. Each photographer gets approximately 8-15 minutes of one-on-one time with the model per "look." With multiple looks per event, you'll have several shooting sessions throughout the day.

All skill levels are welcome! Whether you're just starting out or you're a seasoned professional, our events provide value. We have on-site support to help with lighting, posing, and technical questions.

Due to space limitations and to maintain an intimate creative environment, we ask that only registered photographers attend. If you need assistance, please contact us in advance to discuss options.

Tickets are non-refundable to protect our business and team commitments. However, tickets are transferable—you can give or sell your ticket to another photographer if you can't attend.

In the rare event we need to cancel (due to model illness, weather for outdoor events, etc.), you will receive a full refund. We'll notify all attendees as soon as possible.

We typically announce events 4-6 weeks in advance. Join our mailing list to get early access to ticket sales before they're released to the public.

Contact us at least 48 hours before the event with the new attendee's name and email address. We'll update our registration list accordingly.

Bring your camera body and your favorite lenses. We recommend a portrait lens (50mm, 85mm, or similar). Bring extra batteries and memory cards. You do NOT need to bring lighting equipment—that's provided.

No! Professional lighting is provided and pre-configured for the theme. Just arrive with your camera and shoot. Our team can make minor adjustments if needed.

To maintain consistency and avoid light spill during others' sessions, we ask that you use the provided lighting setup. If you have specific technical needs, contact us in advance.

Yes! Bring your laptop and tethering cables if you prefer to shoot tethered. Please arrive early to set up.

Yes! A pre-signed model release is included with your ticket. You'll receive a copy at the event for your records.

The model release covers non-commercial use: your portfolio, website, social media, and promotional materials for your photography business. Commercial advertising use (selling products/services using the model's likeness) is not covered.

As part of your ticket agreement, you'll deliver 3-5 high-resolution, edited images to us within 6 weeks of the event. We share these with the model and styling team for their portfolios. This collaborative approach is how we secure such talented models.

You can share your images anywhere for non-commercial purposes—Instagram, Facebook, your website, portfolio sites, photography contests, exhibitions, etc. Please credit the model and House of Winter styling team.

Check-in begins 15 minutes before the event start time at the venue entrance. We'll send detailed location information and parking instructions 48 hours before the event.

Please arrive 10-15 minutes early for check-in and our event briefing. We start promptly at the scheduled time to maximize shooting time for everyone.

To be fair to all attendees, we must maintain the schedule. If you arrive late, you may miss your first shooting rotation. We cannot extend the event or provide refunds for late arrivals.

Parking information is venue-specific. We'll include detailed parking instructions in your pre-event email 48 hours before the event.

We provide professional studio lighting configured specifically for each theme. Typically this includes key lights, fill lights, and sometimes rim/hair lights with appropriate modifiers (softboxes, beauty dishes, etc.).

The lighting is pre-configured for optimal results. Our team can make minor adjustments if needed, but major changes aren't possible during the event to maintain consistency and timing.

Yes! Our team provides posing guidance and direction during your session. The model is also experienced and can execute poses independently. Feel free to collaborate on posing ideas.

We'll provide recommended camera settings during the briefing based on the lighting setup. Generally, you'll shoot in manual mode with settings appropriate for studio lighting (typically ISO 100-400, f/2.8-f/8, 1/125-1/200 shutter speed).