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Wearing the Work: Styling & Photographing Jewelry with a Model
This in-person workshop is designed as a collaborative model day for jewelers who want to learn how to photograph their own work on a person. Working together with a model, Scott Erb and Donna Dufault will guide students through the process of styling, lighting, directing, and photographing jewelry on the body. Rather than simply watching a demonstration, students will be part of the decision-making process as the class explores how clothing, pose, crop, expression, background, and lighting all shape the final image. Through guided demonstrations and interactive shooting, the class will create images in real time while discussing how to make photographs that feel intentional and polished.
Students are encouraged to come to class with finished jewelry pieces that may be used during the live demonstrations. Having a range of student work in the room will give us options to style and photograph, and will make the workshop more relevant, flexible, and interactive for everyone.
Throughout the workshop, we will create images together in real time, testing how small changes can shift the look and feel of the jewelry - from bold and editorial to quiet, elegant, dramatic, or approachable. Students will see how different necklines affect necklaces, how hand placement changes bracelet and ring images, how earrings read differently depending on hair and pose, and how the right model image can help communicate not just what the piece looks like, but who it is for.
This class is ideal for jewelers who want to better understand how to present their work on a person for websites, social media, portfolios, press, and marketing. It is especially useful for artists who want to make stronger, more intentional images that connect their jewelry to the audience they most want to reach.
Please be advised: Due to the need to order supplies, we customarily close registration for our on-site offerings one week before the start date. If you wish to join the class after registration closes, please contact us at [email protected] or 781-891-3854.
Meet the instructor
Erb/Dufault Photography is a dynamic husband-and-wife team dedicated to creating powerful photographic content for advertising, editorial, commercial portraiture, and product imagery. With over 40 years of combined experience, Scott Erb and Donna Dufault bring a unique blend of technical expertise, creativity, and genuine connection to every project. Their mission is to craft images that not only showcase their clients’ work but also tell compelling visual stories that elevate brands and inspire audiences.
Scott Erb holds a degree from the Southeast Center of Photographic Studies in Daytona, Florida. A lifelong student of creative lighting and Photoshop, Scott is passionate about pushing boundaries and experimenting with new techniques. His collaborative spirit and curiosity fuel a thriving creative practice beyond client work. You can explore some of his personal projects by following his antics on Facebook.
Donna Dufault earned her BFA in Fine Art Photography from the Rochester Institute of Technology. She is a dedicated lifelong learner, spending countless hours studying art, engaging in deep conversations about creativity, and experimenting with new ideas through her camera. Donna’s fine art photography has been widely exhibited and reflects her passion for finding beauty in unexpected places. Visit donnadufault.com to see her latest artistic work.
Together, Scott and Donna excel at creating a wide range of images to help businesses market their products and services effectively. Whether it’s interiors, exteriors, or detailed product photography, they approach each shoot with enthusiasm and a meticulous eye for detail.
When they aren’t behind the camera, Scott and Donna love to travel, wander through bookstores, and spend time in cozy coffee shops, even though neither of them actually drinks coffee! Scott is currently obsessed with Grogu (aka Baby Yoda) from The Mandalorian, while Donna is happily immersed in the mystery novels of Louise Penny.
With their talent, dedication, and collaborative spirit, Scott and Donna bring energy and artistry to every shoot with the goals of helping clients shine and have their stories come to life through photography.
Materials & Tools
A model fee of $50-100 per student (depending on enrollment) will be due to the instructors on the day of the workshop.The fee provides payment for a professional model for the duration of the session.
This class is all about shooting professional model shots of YOUR work, so be sure to bring a few pieces of statement work to be photographed!