Testimonials
"I attended my first Empowered Beauty workshop with Tony Ryan, going in with open mind and open eyes….to hear Tony talk prior to the first photo, about what its all about..the connection with the model, getting them in the moment, hearing his unwavering passion not only for photography but capturing people in all the natural beauty that they have. I was so inspired by this I could have walked away then and learnt more in 20 mins than I had in the previous 15 years clicking the shutter on my camera.
Tony’s assistance in positioning the model(s), getting them to be at ease with you, …waiting for that "moment" when you are into the shot and when you capture it.you will feel it both from a photography point of view but as a person, you have created something magical, a moment in time where two people connected on the one idea. An understanding of light, the look of the model, but more importantly learning how to connect with the model
The workshop is more about photography, more about artistic nude photography.its about learning to connect with people, learning to direct someone, letting that person feel totally comfortable with you, it was the most amazing experience and truly one I will never forget.
It had me totally "empowered" into photography again, it was like I had taken my first photo, it truly was a experience, one that should be had, a big thank you Tony, for showing me what true passion in photography as all about and I am looking forward to the next workshop that I attend. It was without question a "life" lesson more than just a photography workshop"
Gavin Male
"After working with Tony, Claire and Josh and really sharing a wonderful experience it is so easy to find much deeper meanings than this just being a photograph from a studio shoot. Hopefully my images have portrayed this depth – only the viewer will know if I have achieved this."
Jim Filmer
"This is a fantastic workshop to attend, Tony Speaks of his experience & ideas on photography. This reaches into so many aspects of life. It was great to hear someone pull so many things into clarity. Tony’s professionalism & ethics shine through, and he teaches many aspects of connecting with & posing the models. Thank you
Wayne/Biggzie
"Being mainly a family portrait photographer I found this workshop to be an absolutely wonderful experience as it is the first time I have had a chance to do this kind of work! Would definitely do the workshop again and recommend it to anyone"
Sarah Ross
"OK…so this is a slight departure from my regular genre!!! Last weekend (16/5/09) I attended one of Tony Ryan’s EMPOWERED BEAUTY Workshops. I went with a very ‘academic’ approach: I was expecting to learn. However, what I wasn’t expecting was to hear truths about human connection perfectly articulated by an astonishingly kind & humble man and the opportunity to explore those truths with such a beautiful, giving and sensitive soul as Claire
It was an enriching photographic and life experience that I highly recommend."
Angie
I have done a number of these workshops and can not recommend them more highly. These sessions are done with the up most respect to the models and give you a great insight into lighting, line, shape and form.
You gain a good understanding of lighting and everyone gets an opportunity to direct the model and put forward their own ideas.
The whole workshop is done in a very relaxed atmosphere and Tony is always there to help out in anyway he can.
One of my favorite parts of the workshop is before and after the photo session when you sit down with the model and discuss the session and what she was feeling and what worked well for her and at what stages (if any) she felt like the moment wasn't quite there.
Tony's sessions are a lot more about capturing the spirit of a person rather than the outer shell, and he is very good at making the models true self bubble to the surface.
Michael Sept 2010
Tony, I wanted to say a huge thank you because doing your workshop was such an inspiration for me. I was quite flustered and nervous at the beginning of the workshop because I hadn't shot for 2 years and I wasn't feeling very confident but you really guided me through and made me feel comfortable. I couldn't believe the shots I got on the day. I thought, Wow I took those? I was so happy with them. I particularly enjoyed your advice and philosophies on photography, direction, working with people and the atmosphere of the shoot which I was never taught much about in University. The model on the day was very friendly and she came out so beautifully. I am now shooting regularly and feeling more inspired than ever. I'll be back again for some more workshops."
Kate Beckwith. 4/5/2011
Hi Tony, hope your doing well, it has been a while since we spoke. I wanted to point out that I have been involved in in few photography workshops in Melbourne, some driven by money, and others driven by ego. Your workshops and very different. You provide an open workspace where photographers can create their own artworks. The relaxed atmosphere is a big part of this, it allows photographers of all levels to be involved. Keep up the great work, I’m sure your approach will see the your format continue and grow. Regards, Larry Varley 14.6.2011