Jessica Kobeissi
Jessica Kobeissi is an Arab-American portrait and fashion photographer based in Detroit, Michigan. After earning a BFA in Graphic Design, she transitioned to photography full time—launching a YouTube channel that has since garnered over 210 million views. Known for viral series like “4 Photographers Shoot the Same Model” and “Taking Pictures of Strangers,” Jessica has worked with leading modeling agencies including NEXT, Elite, Ford, and Wilhelmina, and collaborated with Hasselblad, Sony, Nikon, and Canon. She travels globally, photographing models, leading workshops, and inspiring a new generation of creators.
How To Take The PERFECT Portrait
Great portraits don’t just happen at the click of a shutter—they start with preparation. In this seminar, Jessica Kobeissi will walk you through the … Great portraits don’t just happen at the click of a shutter—they start with preparation. In this seminar, Jessica Kobeissi will walk you through the steps she takes before ever pressing the button, from finding the best light and choosing the right … Great portraits don’t just happen at the click of a shutter—they start with preparation. In this seminar, Jessica Kobeissi will walk you through the steps she takes before ever pressing the button, from finding the best light and choosing the right time of day, to selecting locations, backgrounds, and gear that set you up for success. Jessica will share example images and break down her process so you can understand not just how she shoots, but … Great portraits don’t just happen at the click of a shutter—they start with preparation. In this seminar, Jessica Kobeissi will walk you through the steps she takes before ever pressing the button, from finding the best light and choosing the right time of day, to selecting locations, backgrounds, and gear that set you up for success. Jessica will share example images and break down her process so you can understand not just how she shoots, but why she makes each decision. You’ll leave with practical tools to elevate your own portraits and the confidence to approach any session with clarity and vision. What You’ll Learn: How to find and shape the best lighting for portraits The most flattering times of day to shoot Choosing locations and backgrounds that elevate your images Common mistakes to avoid during setup and shooting Jessica’s go-to settings, gear, and lenses for portraitsShow MoreClick the title to see all detailsShow More
Perfect Portraits in Imperfect Environments
Beautiful portraits don’t require perfect studios—they can be created anywhere. In this session, Jessica Kobeissi will show you how to transform ever… Beautiful portraits don’t require perfect studios—they can be created anywhere. In this session, Jessica Kobeissi will show you how to transform everyday spaces into polished, impactful images using natural light, on-camera flash, and simple modifie… Beautiful portraits don’t require perfect studios—they can be created anywhere. In this session, Jessica Kobeissi will show you how to transform everyday spaces into polished, impactful images using natural light, on-camera flash, and simple modifiers.You’ll see how Jessica works in challenging or imperfect environments, balances natural light with flash, and directs subjects with ease to create portraits that feel stylish and professional. Thro… Beautiful portraits don’t require perfect studios—they can be created anywhere. In this session, Jessica Kobeissi will show you how to transform everyday spaces into polished, impactful images using natural light, on-camera flash, and simple modifiers.You’ll see how Jessica works in challenging or imperfect environments, balances natural light with flash, and directs subjects with ease to create portraits that feel stylish and professional. Through live demonstrations and practical tips, she’ll share how to use light, composition, and posing to elevate your work in any setting. What You’ll Learn:How to work with natural light in less-than-ideal spacesUsing on-camera flash and modifiers to enhance or balance available lightPosing and directing techniques that bring out confidence and stylePractical tips for turning everyday environments into standout portraitsShow MoreClick the title to see all detailsShow More