Doug Hansgate, Lead instructor

Experience: International Instructor, Artist, Organizer

With over 35 years of professional photography experience, Doug has established himself as a distinguished artist in the field. His unique creative approach, combined with a keen eye for capturing light, shines through in his extensive portfolio. Doug's dedication to his craft spans various artistic endeavors, including photography, wood sculpting, stonecutting, and fine art craftsmanship. As a Nanlite, Westcott, and Elinchrom Pro shooter, he shares his expertise at conferences and workshops worldwide.

Doug's work has graced prestigious galleries in New York City, Toronto, and renowned institutions like the Ontario Art Gallery and the Smithsonian. His ability to perceive subtle nuances in light and tone, coupled with his mastery of digital techniques, allows him to express his artistic vision with precision.

A pioneer in the technique of painting with light, Doug constantly seeks to push the boundaries of his art. He shares his wealth of knowledge with fellow photographers, teaching courses on Adobe® Photoshop®, Lightroom®, luminosity masking, portraiture editing, and more. Doug's passion for education is matched only by his commitment to pushing the artistic envelope.

His work has garnered international recognition, earning awards such as the Kodak Award for image excellence. While Doug's commercial portfolio spans various industries, from law to real estate, his true passion lies in capturing the essence of human emotion. As the owner of AMP Studios, Doug emphasizes the importance of evoking emotion in every image, ensuring they resonate deeply with viewers.