Uploaded May 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

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In this lighting demo, pro portrait and headshot photographer Charles Chessler will show you how to transform a small space into a fully functional one-light headshot studio. He’ll also show you his compact gear, which you can carry anywhere.

Join Charles as he shares his creative process. He will guide you step-by-step from start to finish, including setting up and positioning your gear, explaining the key settings on your camera, light placement, and any tips for getting the most out of a minimal setup. By the end, you'll see how easy it is to create professional-quality headshots in the most unexpected places.

➡️ Note: If you're in NYC and want to attend the demo in person, click here to RSVP for free! eventbrite.com/e/creating-compact-one-light-headshot-photo-studio-with-charles-chessler-tickets-1336289871979?aff=yt

More about the presenter ⤵️

Charles Chessler is a NYC-based headshot and portrait photographer.

He's a late bloomer and thrilled to be doing the work he loves. Wanting to be mobile in the city, he put together a studio kit that he can take on the subway, and he's looking forward to sharing that with you today.
Charles is also a proud ambassador with Wildlife Conservation Non-Profit, Wild Tomorrow, and can't quite believe he gets to go to South Africa and help the cause of conservation through photography.
He has a few ongoing personal projects, the longest of which is "Agreeable Strangers" (14 years). It consists of two-minute street portraits celebrating our diversity and shared humanity through a random encounter and a photo of whoever Charles meets at a particular moment.

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Charles Chessler's Gear List-
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Canon RF 85mm f/2 Macro IS STM Lens:
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Westcott 43" Deep White Umbrella:
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Westcott Diffusion Panel for 43" Deep White Umbrella:
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Westcott 36" Beauty Dish Switch:
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Westcott Bowens Mount Switch Insert:
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Westcott X-Drop Pro Kit with Gray 8x8 Wrinkle Resistant Fabric Backdrop:
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Westcott 32" Illuminator Silver/White Reflector:
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Manfrotto Light Stand:
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Matthews Reverse Stand:
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Flashpoint Ballhead Telescoping Reflector Holder:
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Think Tank Airport Advantage XT Rolling Bag:
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