Meet Your Instructor

Hi, I’m Alexander Gusev — a commercial photographer with 10+ years of experience in visual storytelling and high-end product imagery. I’ve worked with global brands like LEGO, Hasbro, and others across fashion, lifestyle, and consumer goods.

I’m the founder of Snapshot Studio LA, a boutique studio in Los Angeles specializing in photography for jewelry, eyewear, apparel, and more.

As a member of PPA and APA, I’m committed to both creative excellence and professional integrity in every project I take on.

Is This Course Right For You?

This course gives you practical, repeatable methods you can apply immediately—whether shooting for your portfolio, clients, or e-commerce platforms.

For Studio Explorers: Master the Light

Confidently step into studio work with lighting setups and workflows that make professional-quality results achievable.

For Experienced Photographers: Consistency Without the Struggle

Eliminate over-editing and uncertainty—learn repeatable techniques that deliver sharp, accurate images every time.

For Beginners: A Clear Path Forward

Start your journey in product photography with structured guidance—skip the guesswork and build solid foundations from day one.

Does This Sound Like You?

• You’ve watched countless tutorials, invested in gear, yet your product shots still lack consistency.

• Every shoot feels like trial and error, rebuilding setups and praying for the right result.

• Post-production eats up your time because you’re fixing lighting flaws that could’ve been solved on set.

If any of this feels familiar, this course is designed to change that.

Imagine What It Would Feel Like To…

Set up a studio with confidence

No more guessing where lights and modifiers should go.

Control light like a Pro

Shape, soften, and balance it to reveal textures, reflections, and true color.

Understand your camera inside out

From manual settings to lens choice, you’ll know why every adjustment matters.

Compose with purpose

Create images that guide the viewer’s eye and highlight a product’s best features.

Work efficiently

Build repeatable setups that save hours of trial and error.

Shoot for accuracy, not just beauty

Produce images that reduce client returns by showing products as they truly are.

Edit smarter, not longer

Capture clean files that need minimal correction in post-production.

Three Editions. Endless Possibilities

Master essential setups and specialized techniques for products ranging from eyewear to jewelry - and everything in between.

Whether it’s the reflective surface of sunglasses, the intricate detail of fine jewelry, the texture of leather shoes, or the clean lines of everyday consumer goods, this course shows you how to approach each subject with precision. You’ll learn how to adapt a universal studio workflow to any product category, then refine it with specialized methods tailored to challenging materials like glass, metal, and high-gloss finishes.

This course shows exactly how to build an accessible setup and a framework you can trust every time.

✦ Module 1: Foundations of Product Photography

Understand the principles that make product images stand out. From the role of light and shadow to the psychology of perception, you’ll build a solid base before touching the camera.

✦ Module 2: Gear That Works (Without Breaking the Bank)

Discover the essential cameras, lenses, modifiers, and accessories. Learn how to achieve professional-quality results with accessible equipment—proving technique matters more than top-tier gear.Understand the principles that make product images stand out. From the role of light and shadow to the psychology of perception, you’ll build a solid base before touching the camera.

✦ Module 3: Building the Universal Studio Setup

Step-by-step guidance to create a versatile tabletop studio. You’ll learn positioning, background control, and how to build a setup you can adapt to virtually any product.

✦ Module 4: Mastering Light Control

Go beyond “point and shoot” lighting. This module covers diffusion, flags, scrims, and reflectors showing how to sculpt light for clarity, depth, and dimension.

✦ Module 6: Post-Production for Accuracy, Not Illusion

Polish your images while preserving authenticity. From dust removal to subtle tonal corrections, this module shows how to refine your shots without altering the product’s true look.

Together, these seven modules guide students from foundational knowledge to a repeatable, professional workflow that they can apply to any e-commerce project.

✦ Module 5: Workflow & Consistency

Develop a reliable process for every session. Learn tethering, checklists, and repeatable steps that save hours in post-production while ensuring consistent results.

Why Choose Studio Mastery Course?

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Proven methodolog

Benefit from techniques refined through a decade of professional experience in commercial product photography—a clear system that works.

Flexible Formats

Join in-person in Alexander’s Los Angeles studio or via live online sessions.

Personalized mentorship by Alexander Gusev

No generic videos, no group classes. Full focus on YOU.

Enjoy one-on-one guidance tailored to your goals and pace, with real feedback that transforms your work from good to exceptional.

Real-World, Portfolio-Building Results

Each module features assignments that result in polished, e-commerce–ready images you’ll be proud to show or sell.

What Students Are Saying

Discover what other phototgraphers think about the course

This course was a game-changer. I finally understand how to light products properly, even tricky glossy surfaces, and I feel confident delivering professional results. On top of that, I now know how to price my work with clarity.

Brian R., New York

Alexander’s mentorship completely transformed how I approach jewelry photography. His attention to detail and practical advice saved me countless hours in post-production. Most importantly, I now feel confident delivering images that truly reflect the value of the products I shoot.

Maria N., Los Angeles

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