Columbus Ohio Workshop
Sports Photography Intensive: Mastering Lighting April 25th 2026
Join Brad Deel and Dani Mack for our exclusive Sports Photography Intensive Workshop designed specifically for photographers eager to elevate their sports photography skills. Whether you're an amateur hoping to step into the professional arena, or you’re a seasoned vet who wants to explore new techniques, this workshop is tailored to inspire and educate. We focus intensively on all major areas including mastering lighting in dynamic sports environments, posing, pricing, networking, and working with athletes.
Mastering Lighting in Sports Photography
Morning Session: Artificial Lighting Techniques
Indoors: Setup and Use of Strobes for multiple outdoor Sports
Live Shoot: Practical session in a local outdoor stadium
Group Discussion during lunch: Analyzing the Effects of Different Lighting Setups
Afternoon Session: Artificial Lighting Techniques
Outdoors: Setup and Use of Strobes for Indoor Sports including the Pro Light Mods system
Live Shoot: Practical session indoors
Question and Answer: A 30 minute Q&A session will follow the workshop
Dinner: (not provided) Anyone who would like to join us for dinner that evening, we would love to have you. Location TBD
Workshop Highlights:
Hands-On Experience: Engage in live shoots in varied lighting situations led by Brad Deel, Dani Mack and James Quantz Jr.
Peer Learning: Gain insights from the experiences and feedback of fellow participants.
Resource Access: Get comprehensive handouts and reference materials to aid your learning journey.
Networking Opportunity: Connect with other photographers, to build your network of knowledge.
Registration Details:
Cost: $1495.00 (includes all sessions, materials, and lunch)
Equipment Required: DSLR or mirrorless camera, variety of lenses suitable for sports (24/70mm recommended), All flashes, light stands, and flash triggers will be provided for use.
Spaces are limited to ensure a personalized and in-depth experience for all attendees. Secure your spot early to transform your approach to sports photography and create a portfolio that stands out in the competitive world of sports media.
Columbus Workshop
Workshop Venue:
We will be shooting at Buckeye Valley High School, located in Delaware. Delaware is about 30
minutes due north of the city. The GPS address is 901 Coover Rd, Delaware, Ohio 43015.
Nearby Hotel Options:
1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites, Sunbury
https://www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/us/en/sunbury/suyoh/hoteldetail
7301 OH-37, Sunbury, OH 43074
Approximately $140/nt
(20 minutes)
2. Hampton Inn Columbus/Delaware I-71 North
https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/cmhdlhx-hampton-columbus-delaware-i-71-north/
7329 US-36 #37, Sunbury, OH 43074
Approximately $144/nt
(20 minutes)
3. Cambria Hotel Columbus-Polaris
https://www.cambriasuitespolaris.com/
9100 Lyra Dr, Columbus, OH 43240
Approximately $133/nt
(28 minutes)
4. Hilton Columbus/Polaris
https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/cmhpohf-hilton-columbus-polaris/
8700 Lyra Dr, Columbus, OH 43240
Approximately $188/nt
(29 minutes)
5. Homewood Suites/Polaris
https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/cmhpphw-homewood-suites-columbus-polaris-oh/
2045 Polaris Pkwy, Columbus, OH 43240
Approximately $133/nt
(30 minutes)Please note all sales are final but transferrable. No Refunds
Sports Photography Intensive: Mastering Lighting April 25th 2026
Join Brad Deel and Dani Mack for our exclusive Sports Photography Intensive Workshop designed specifically for photographers eager to elevate their sports photography skills. Whether you're an amateur hoping to step into the professional arena, or you’re a seasoned vet who wants to explore new techniques, this workshop is tailored to inspire and educate. We focus intensively on all major areas including mastering lighting in dynamic sports environments, posing, pricing, networking, and working with athletes.
Mastering Lighting in Sports Photography
Morning Session: Artificial Lighting Techniques
Indoors: Setup and Use of Strobes for multiple outdoor Sports
Live Shoot: Practical session in a local outdoor stadium
Group Discussion during lunch: Analyzing the Effects of Different Lighting Setups
Afternoon Session: Artificial Lighting Techniques
Outdoors: Setup and Use of Strobes for Indoor Sports including the Pro Light Mods system
Live Shoot: Practical session indoors
Question and Answer: A 30 minute Q&A session will follow the workshop
Dinner: (not provided) Anyone who would like to join us for dinner that evening, we would love to have you. Location TBD
Workshop Highlights:
Hands-On Experience: Engage in live shoots in varied lighting situations led by Brad Deel, Dani Mack and James Quantz Jr.
Peer Learning: Gain insights from the experiences and feedback of fellow participants.
Resource Access: Get comprehensive handouts and reference materials to aid your learning journey.
Networking Opportunity: Connect with other photographers, to build your network of knowledge.
Registration Details:
Cost: $1495.00 (includes all sessions, materials, and lunch)
Equipment Required: DSLR or mirrorless camera, variety of lenses suitable for sports (24/70mm recommended), All flashes, light stands, and flash triggers will be provided for use.
Spaces are limited to ensure a personalized and in-depth experience for all attendees. Secure your spot early to transform your approach to sports photography and create a portfolio that stands out in the competitive world of sports media.
Columbus Workshop
Workshop Venue:
We will be shooting at Buckeye Valley High School, located in Delaware. Delaware is about 30
minutes due north of the city. The GPS address is 901 Coover Rd, Delaware, Ohio 43015.
Nearby Hotel Options:
1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites, Sunbury
https://www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/us/en/sunbury/suyoh/hoteldetail
7301 OH-37, Sunbury, OH 43074
Approximately $140/nt
(20 minutes)
2. Hampton Inn Columbus/Delaware I-71 North
https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/cmhdlhx-hampton-columbus-delaware-i-71-north/
7329 US-36 #37, Sunbury, OH 43074
Approximately $144/nt
(20 minutes)
3. Cambria Hotel Columbus-Polaris
https://www.cambriasuitespolaris.com/
9100 Lyra Dr, Columbus, OH 43240
Approximately $133/nt
(28 minutes)
4. Hilton Columbus/Polaris
https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/cmhpohf-hilton-columbus-polaris/
8700 Lyra Dr, Columbus, OH 43240
Approximately $188/nt
(29 minutes)
5. Homewood Suites/Polaris
https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/cmhpphw-homewood-suites-columbus-polaris-oh/
2045 Polaris Pkwy, Columbus, OH 43240
Approximately $133/nt
(30 minutes)Please note all sales are final but transferrable. No Refunds