2026 JULY WORKSHOP
2026 JULY WORKSHOP
Practical Lighting for Profit
with Cris & Deanna Duncan
Sunday, July 12, 2026
Time 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
Meghan Doll Photography
$125 TCPPA Members | Guests $175
Lighting is more than a setup. It’s a skill, a language, and a business tool.
In this immersive workshop led by the dynamic duo of Cris and Deanna Duncan, photographers will be guided through the art and science of lighting, not as a formula, but as a system you can adapt anywhere, anytime, with any light source.
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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+ 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.
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Cris Duncan is sponsored by
Miller's Professional Imaging is a Gold Sponsor in the TCPPA Vendor Partner Network
Control your light. Refine your style. Create work that sells.
This is a practical, thoughtful course designed to help you light with confidence, create with purpose, and build sessions that support both your artistry and your business.
This is why you need to register to attend this workshop!
This workshop is best suited for photographers who:
Are comfortable shooting in manual mode
Understand basic exposure
Have some familiarity with off-camera lighting (helpful, but not required)
Recommended Skill Level: Intermediate
JANUARY MONTHLY EVENT
The Art of Selling
with Allison Tyler Jones
This workshop is designed to help you stop guessing and start creating lighting that supports your vision and drives profitable sessions.
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 $125.
Guest Registration
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Why you need to be at this workshop:
It’s not a recipe. It’s understanding the ingredients.
Rather than copying setups, you’ll learn how to think through lighting decisions so you can create consistent, intentional work that speaks directly to what clients want. This approach allows you to deliver strong results every time, no matter the environment.
Whether you’ve been photographing for three years or thirty, this workshop helps bridge the gap between technical skill, artistic vision, and business success.
KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS WORKSHOP
Lighting Anywhere, Anytime
Work confidently with strobes, off-camera flash, studio lighting, location lighting, natural light, and mixed light situations.Lighting Principles That Make Sense
Understand what light is doing, why it behaves the way it does, and how to make it work for you instead of against you.Lighting for Profit
Learn how to light, compose, and design images with purpose so your sessions are both creative and financially sustainable.
Please Note: all attendees must pre-register to attend! Please indicate if you are a member or guest to start registration below.
Cost:
$125 for TCPPA Members
$175 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.
Helping You Light With the End in Mind
Photography is the balance of light and subject.
When you understand how lighting works and why it works, you gain control over the final image and the client experience that follows. This workshop blends technical lighting knowledge with the psychology of sales and design, helping you light with the end in mind.
Lighting with intention.
Designing images that sell.
Creating your own signature style.
EVENT DETAILS:
Practical Lighting for Profit
Sunday, July 12, 2026
Time:
10:00 am - 4:30 pm
6.5 Hours
Location:
Meghan Doll Photography
514 N 3rd St Ste. 206 | Minneapolis, MN 55401
Cost:
$125 TCPPA Members | Guests $175
Limited to 50 participants
What to Bring:
Your Camera, a Notebook and Pen
Other things to note:
Lunch is on your own at nearby eatery.
MEET OUR FEATURED SPEAKERS
Cris & Deanna Duncan
Cris Duncan, along with his wife, Deanna, own and operate C j Duncan Photography in Lubbock, Texas.
They have had the honor of photographing everything from weddings to families to corporate clients and even two Presidents. For more than 20 years, the Duncans have been published in numerous national
magazines and acquired many industry accolades including several GIA (Grand Imaging Award) category awards. However, what means the most is their daughter, family and the life they lead working together in the art form they love. The Duncans can be found educating creatives at events across North America.
Cris is the founder of Find Your Focus Education™ and the director of the Texas School of Professional Photography. Cris is a Master Photographer, Master Artist, a Photographic Craftsman and a Certified
Professional Photographer. In addition, Cris is a regular instructor at Imaging USA, Texas School of Professional Photography and is an approved Certification Instructor and was the awarded the PPA
Educator award in 2024 as well as being an alumni of Goldman Sachs 10K Small Business Program.
*Images courtesy of C j Photography.
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Ready to elevate your newborn photography?
Click the link below to secure your spot in this transformative workshop and start capturing those perfect newborn moments!
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 $125.
Guest Registration
If you aren't a TCPPA member yet, click below to secure your seat to this event at our event rate of $175.
Event Location
Meghan Doll Photography
514 N 3rd St Ste. 206 | Minneapolis, MN 55401
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