Rain Photography Workshop with Mermaid Model in LA

A 3-hour rain photography workshop with LA-based photographer Aaron Ram, featuring a professional mermaid model Naiia Lajoie.

Shoot in FD's water studio, Yukon 3 — a specialty space featuring a shallow reflection pool, rain + mist system, and RGB lighting setups. This is one of the few studios in LA equipped for true rain photography with an indoor setting. Perfect setup for a shoot with a Mermaid.

Limited to 10 photographers.

Why join this workshop

✓ Rain photography skills you can't easily practice elsewhere — droplet freezing, backlit rain, working with a model in active rain

✓ Two complete model looks — mermaid wardrobe and a non-mermaid look, doubling your portfolio variety from one shoot

✓ Specialty water studio — shallow reflection pool + rain + mist + RGB lighting in one space

✓ Intimate format — only 10 photographers, real face time with the instructor and model

✓ Hands-on shooting time with live feedback from a pro photographer throughout the workshop

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Workshop program

Intro & Setup — Rain photography fundamentals, camera settings, lighting basics

Lighting & Composition — Backlight techniques, RGB setups, reflection framing

Shooting Session— Hands-on shooting with Naiia in both looks, with live coaching from Aaron

Editing & Wrap-Up — Editing rain and reflection shots, group critique, Q&A

Your model — Naiia Lajoie

Professional model since 2007. Award-winning actress since 2009. Certified underwater + stunt performer since 2018. Magazine editor/columnist and multi-award-winning red carpet host. For this workshop, Naiia will wear two complete looks — mermaid and non-mermaid.

Follow Naiia: @naiyathenaiad

Photo credits: @pointblankshotphotography, @rededit.co, @bobbychiphotography. Stunning work capturing model @naiyathenaiad.

Your instructor — Aaron Ram

LA-based photographer specializing in dramatic lighting and water photography. His last FD Photo Studio rain workshop sold out.

Follow Aaron: @ram_entertainment

Pricing

• Early Bird: $145 (15% off, only 5 tickets, ends June 27)
• Standard: $170

Limited to 10 photographers total.

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What to bring

• Your camera and a lens you're comfortable shooting with (24–85mm full-frame equivalent recommended)
• Fully charged battery + memory card with 32GB free
• A microfiber cloth or two for wiping spray off your lens
• Comfortable shoes for a wet floor

Disclaimer

The event organizer reserves the right to reschedule the event, cancel the event, or change models if needed. All registered participants will be informed promptly via email.

Studio Environment

You'll be shooting in an active water studio with wet floors, rain effects, and water around your gear. Bring a cloth for your lens, protect anything water-sensitive, and dress for a damp environment. Attendees are responsible for their own equipment, personal items, and personal safety during the workshop.

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