NOSTALGIC SUMMER SERIES

NOSTALGIC SUMMER SERIES

Step back into the magic of childhood summers; bare feet in the grass, popsicles dripping, sprinklers spraying, golden light dancing across faces. This workshop is designed to help you capture nostalgia, infuse play into your sessions, and build a portfolio that feels timeless, emotional, and wildly fun.

Whether you’re here to learn, to create content, or both, the Nostalgic Summer Series is a full-day immersive experience to recharge your artistry.

NOSTALGIC SUMMER SERIES

A workshop by The Embodied Artist

We are so excited you’ll be joining us for this full day of creativity, nostalgia, and connection. Below you’ll find everything you need to know about the flow of the day.

when & where

Date: Friday, August 22
Time: 10:00 AM – 7:30/8:00 PM (with the option to stay a little later if you want to shoot more)
Location: Scarlet’s home (address sent via email)

schedule

10:00 AM — Arrival + Intro

  • Welcome + opening circle

  • Cover the flow of the day

  • Talk through the three styled shoots

  • Lighting overview: harsh light, shade, and golden hour

  • Conversation on getting out of your own way and leaning into play

  • How to use these photos to bulk up your summer portfolio for next year

  • Tips for interacting with families + practicing your best self on shoots

11:00 AM — Carly’s Family Shoot (at Scarlet’s)

Family session focused on connection and flow.

  • Practice directing without over-directing

  • Work on blending editorial with lifestyle

12:30 PM — Lunch + Debrief

  • Gather for food + rest

  • Group discussion: pros and cons of the shoot

  • Reflection on what worked and what you’d try differently

2:30 PM — Caroline’s Motherhood Shoot (close by; walking on foot)

Playful, messy nostalgia.

  • Hose + water play

  • Watermelon summer snack moment

4:00 PM — Wrap + Head back to homebase (Scarlet’s)

4:30 PM — Early Dinner Together

Fuel up before the final shoot.

6:00 PM — Shannon’s Family Shoot (close by; walking on foot)

Evening nostalgia session.

  • Basketball, bikes, movement, golden hour magic

  • Portfolio building in active, candid settings

7:30 PM — Closing + Optional Extra Shooting

Wrap up, reflect, and say our goodbyes, or stay and keep shooting if you want a little more time.

What to Bring

  • Camera + lenses (we’ll be in a mix of wide-open and tighter spaces)

  • Sunscreen + water bottle

  • Comfortable shoes (you’ll be moving around a lot!)

  • Curiosity, openness, and a willingness to play

Final Notes

This is a day for learning, experimenting, and growing. Don’t worry about being perfect; instead, focus on trying new things, letting go of pressure, and finding the magic in the in-between moments.

We can’t wait to see you and create something nostalgic, heart-filling, and unforgettable together.

— Scarlet & Theresa