The Made at Union workshop series is back, and this time we’re turning everyday phone photos into scroll-stopping content.
Led by Union Hotel photographer Neil-Anthony Watson, this hands-on workshop is designed for travelers, creators, entrepreneurs, and locals looking to capture Toronto life with intention and style.
How to work with natural light around the hotel and create moody night shots using artificial lighting
Composition essentials like leading lines, symmetry, rule of thirds, and angles that tell a story
Tips for capturing authentic portraits and selfies, food and drink shots, and effortlessly cool social content
Live shooting throughout Union Hotel spaces
A group challenge recreating Neil’s signature hotel shots
A guided edit session to turn raw images into Instagram-ready posts with simple edits, filters, and captions
Whether you’re building a brand or capturing moments for yourself, this workshop will help you shoot with confidence, and capture the vibe.
📍 Location: Union Hotel communal table
📱 All you need is your phone!
Neil-Anthony Watson, is a Toronto-based art director and fine art photographer of Jamaican and East Indian heritage, he is best known for his luxury brand photography, portraiture, and editorial storytelling. His striking and versatile work explores life through a uniquely global artistic vision and has made a significant impact in the commercial and fine art worlds. His portfolio features collaborations with iconic brands such as Cartier, Arc’teryx, and the Four Seasons, as well as high-profile projects with National Geographic and the Open Society Foundation. His work also graces the halls of Soho House, and his campaigns have been seen across the globe in digital campaigns to out-of-home activations for giants like Google Pixel, Nike, BMO, Canada Goose, Raptors x PlayStation, CQP, Volvo and more. In addition to his commercial success, Neil-Anthony is preparing for his upcoming exhibition titled “Dear Dad”, and a coffee table book with Nile Coffee. Passionate about pushing the boundaries of his craft, he continues to explore new techniques and perspectives, maintaining a fresh and dynamic approach to both photography and art direction.
