POSTPONED UNTIL 2024

The Oliphant Conclave 2023


A conclave is define as a secret meeting. The Oliphant Conclave is not so secret, however it's meant to share secrets and knowledge with lovers of the fine art of portrait photography. The conclave is designed for beginners and the serious hobbyists looking to level-up their skill set and is limited to ten (10) students only.


The Conclave will be held at Oliphant Photo Company on October 28 & 29 of 2023. Please complete this form to be considered for the Fall 2023 Conclave. Lunch will be provided. A DSLR with manual settings is required.


DAY 1 - INTRO TO PHOTO I - $399


  • PHOTOGRAPHY BASICS
  • KNOW YOUR CAMERA
  • COMPOSITION
  • EXPOSURE
  • SUBJECT INTERACTION
  • SHOOTING ON LOCATION
  • THE OLIPHANT FORMULA


DAY 2 - INTRO TO PHOTO II - $749


  • INCLUDES DAY 1 INTRO TO PHOTO I
  • STUDIO BASICS
  • ALL I NEED IS ONE LIGHT
  • THE OLIPHANT PORTRAIT
  • THE OLIPHANT HEADSHOT
  • THE OLIPHANT WORKFLOW
  • INTRO TO LIGHTROOM





2243 W 111 Street, Chicago, IL 60643