On Sunday, I packed my bags, left the kids with daddy-o, and drove up to Ogunquit, Maine, for a workshop put on by the lovely folks at ShootStyle. After Michelle Turner went through a wonderful set of posing techniques, we were off to the races.

Photographers split into groups and photographed a pair of models together in a given location (there was quite a variety at hand). Each photographer was given the chance to pose the model in the environment in the way they envisioned. I found it immensely useful to seize control & execute what I wanted, then relax and watch what other people set up, trying to find a new angle on what they saw.

Earl Christie was the first to lead my little group of participants. When it came for my turn to set something up, I wanted to set the couple up in the laundry room; I liked the diffused light coming in, and the different shiny surfaces. A lot of the background was distracting, though.

Our first female model was extremely tall, and although my legs couldn't reach the top of that arch, I theorized that she probably could. I was so excited to test my theory, and find out I was right. Awesome.

And a view of what it looks like to be surrounded by paparazzi.

Jamie Wexler led our group next. Here he is, shooting over my shoulder while we're all crouched in an alley.

Our second female model was willing to dance for me. Sweet.

Bright colors and shiny things!

Another behind-the-scenes shot.

And then I couldn't help but finish up with something goofy. I can't wait for the next workshop.

You can see photos from all the participants on Facebook; I found it extremely interesting to compare.