2026 AUGUST WORKSHOP
2026 AUGUST WORKSHOP
ROADWORK...The Development and Power of An Independent Project
with Michael Taylor
Sunday, August 9, 2026
Time 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Grinkie Girls Studio | 550 Vandalia St., Ste. 212 St. Paul, MN 55114
TCPPA Members $125 | Guests $175
This is a PPA-merited workshop. Please have your PPA Membership number available at this workshop to receive (1) PPA service merit.
WORKSHOP OVERVIEW
Join Sherry Hagerman for a full-day, hands-on workshop focused on
simplifying your lighting, elevating your posing, and mastering an editing workflow designed to increase both efficiency and profit.
Sherry will walk you through the shooting technique that earned her the reputation of being “one shot and done.” You’ll start by photographing a live model using a single light setup that works across subjects and body types. From there, you’ll layer in simple shooting embellishments designed specifically for post-processing impact. The day wraps with an in-depth look at Sherry’s editing and computer painting workflow, showing how thoughtful retouching translates into higher-value finished images.
TCPPA Member Login
Click the button below to access your TCPPA member account. First, log in, then select this workshop registration at the member rate of $249.
Guest Registration
If you aren't a TCPPA member yet, click below to secure your seat to this event at our event rate of $299.
What is a TCPPA Workshop?
A TCPPA Workshop is an in-depth training event on a specified topic, usually 3-4 hours (or 6.5 hours or more to qualify for a PPA service merit) in length held the day before or after our scheduled monthly events. All TCPPA workshops are led by an instructor or featured speaker. TCPPA Members and guests pay an additional registration fee for workshops. Locations may vary. Attendance is limited for most workshops, and registration is on a first-come first-served basis.
Who this workshop is for:
This is an intermediate-level workshop.
You’ll benefit most if you already:
Understand general camera settings
Have basic familiarity with the exposure triangle
Are comfortable working in Photoshop and Lightroom
Sherry will briefly review exposure concepts to support the lighting setup, then quickly move into hands-on shooting and editing.
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Bring your camera, your laptop, and be ready to shoot, edit, and refine your process in real time.
Simplify your lighting. Elevate your final image.
TCPPA Member Login
Click the button below to access your TCPPA member account. First, log in, then select this workshop registration at the member rate of $249.
Guest Registration
If you aren't a TCPPA member yet, click below to secure your seat to this event at our event rate of $299.
Workshop Highlights
A single light setup that adapts to everyone you photograph
Hands-on shooting with a live model
Shooting techniques designed to enhance your final edit
A start-to-finish editing rundown, including computer painting
Practical workflows that support higher-end sales
KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS WORKSHOP WITH SHERRY HAGERMAN
One Light for Everything
Learn a versatile one-light setup that works across subjects, styles, and scenarios, reducing complexity while increasing consistency.Easy Edit Enhancements
Capture in-camera embellishments that make your edits more dynamic without adding hours to your workflow.Computer Painting for Beauty and Profit
Dive into Sherry’s computer painting and in-depth editing process, designed to elevate the final image and support premium pricing.
Please Note: all attendees must pre-register to attend by Friday, August 7, 2026. Please indicate if you are a member or guest to start registration below.
Cost:
$249 for TCPPA Members
$299 for Guests
Who this Workshop is for:
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your skills, this workshop is designed for photographers at various stages of their journey:
Novice Photographers
If you’re new to newborn photography and feeling overwhelmed by posing and lighting, this workshop will provide you with foundational skills and confidence. Learn how to set up your studio, pose newborns effectively, and achieve beautiful results with practical, step-by-step guidance that will keep your clients coming back for more.
Family Photographers
For those who specialize in family sessions and want to add newborn photography to your offerings, this workshop is perfect for your business. Gain insights into newborn posing workflows, learn how to handle and comfort babies, and understand how to integrate newborn photography into your existing business with ease.
Experienced Photographers
Even if you’re already skilled in photography, mastering the nuances of newborn posing and studio lighting can elevate your work. This workshop will refine your techniques, introduce new methods for handling and directing newborns, and offer advanced tips to enhance your portfolio and client satisfaction.
No matter where you stand in your photography career, this workshop offers valuable knowledge and hands-on experience to help you excel in capturing beautiful newborn portraits.
Whether you specialize in newborns or not, the skills you'll acquire at this event will enhance your photography across the board.
"I've been a member for over 3 years now and I love the diversity of the events! Even if it's not something I typically photograph, I always learn something that will apply to my business!"
- Jeannine P.
WORKSHOP DETAILS:
ROADWORK...The Development and Power of An Independent Project
Sunday, August 9, 2026
Time:
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location:
Grinkie Girls Studio | 550 Vandalia St., Ste. 212 St. Paul, MN 55114
Cost:
TCPPA Members $125 | Guests $175
What to Bring:
Camera
Charged battery
Camera card
Laptop
Photoshop and Lightroom installed
Godox trigger if you have one (extras will be available)
Other Details to Note:
Lunch on your own at nearby restaurant. We will eat together as a group.
MEET OUR FEATURED SPEAKER
Michael Taylor
Sherry Hagerman, founder of ClickCon and Allusion Photography, has been a professional photographer for 21 years. Sherry has won several awards in her industry including the following: Number 1 Wedding Photographer in the Midwest, Number 2 Wedding Photographer in the United States, and Number 6 Wedding Photographer in the World. Her images have been published in major art publications, multiple magazines, newspapers, and her company has been covered in both national and international media.
Sherry prides herself in giving back to the photography community through training and donation of her time to local charities. “I am a firm believer in educating those who want to succeed. If I can train photographers how to run a great business and offer the right advice, we can all put a higher value on what we do and bring back photography as an art.”
In 2019, Sherry started one of the largest photography training conferences in the Midwest, called ClickCon, in Chicago, Illinois. Sherry continues to work in the wedding industry. Her clients range from $10k to $15k per event. Sherry is currently in negotiations with a well-known art gallery to bring her works of art to public sale.
*Images courtesy of Monica Sigmon-Allusion Photography
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TCPPA Member Login
Click the button below to access your TCPPA member account. First, log in, then select this workshop registration at the member rate of $249.
Guest Registration
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Event Location
Grinkie Girls Studio | 550 Vandalia St., Ste. 212 St. Paul, MN 55114
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