Workshops & Masterclasses
Photographing with Instinct: A Masterclass with Timofey Abel
This live, in-person masterclass offers a rare opportunity to observe photographer Timofey Abel’s intuitive approach to editorial portraiture. Known for his emotionally resonant and minimalist style, Timofey invites participants behind the scenes as he builds a portrait from the ground up — not with rigid formulas, but through instinct, presence, and connection.
Throughout the session, you’ll witness the full arc of his process: choosing a location based on mood and light, guiding a subject’s presence without over-directing, and composing images that feel timeless, understated, and deeply human. The focus is on learning to see — to refine your visual sensitivity, trust your intuition, and create with purpose rather than perfectionism.
This masterclass is ideal for photographers, creatives, and visual storytellers drawn to a slower, more intentional approach — one that blends fashion, fine art, and emotional honesty into enduring work.
Rediscover how simplicity, light, and presence can shape portraits that resonate.
Timeless Light & Storytelling: An Hour with Timofey Abel
Step into the cinematic world of timeless black & white portraiture with acclaimed photographer and art director Timofey Abel. Influenced by masters like Herb Ritts, Peter Lindbergh, and Vincent Peters, Timofey’s signature approach emphasizes raw emotion, intuitive light, and human connection over complicated gear or rigid formulas.
In this immersive workshop, Timofey guided over 100 emerging creatives—many of them fellow young artists—through the art of seeing and shaping light with intention. From working with continuous Hollywood-style lighting to building trust with your subject, participants explored the emotional power of simplicity, storytelling, and stripping photography back to its most essential elements.
This wasn't just a technical seminar—it was a reflection of a larger youth-led movement redefining what it means to be a photographer today. Attendees didn’t just walk away with new tools; they left with renewed purpose, creative clarity, and a sense of belonging to something bigger than themselves.
What Attendees Learned:
How to read and sculpt natural light as your storytelling tool
Using continuous lighting cinematically—no strobes, no fluff
Building emotional trust and connection with your subjects
Embracing spontaneity and intuition over rigid planning
Stripping images back to black & white to elevate truth and story
Developing a personal, cohesive visual language that resonates
Who This Was For:
Emerging photographers, visual artists, and anyone drawn to emotionally driven portraiture—especially those ready to simplify their process, deepen their creative vision, and forge authentic connections through their lens.