DESCRIPTION:
This five-day workshop is designed for all levels, from beginning to advanced, as there are two distinctly different agendas, with both agendas benefiting everyone.
One agenda is to teach you what it takes to get a good street shot. The other is to take an intermediate street photographer to the next level by tackling a special project, meant also to help in your search for a style.
The week will begin by looking at great street photography by talented contemporary photographers. Julia will analyze their images to point out what makes a great shot. It is her belief that you won’t get better as a street photographer — no matter how much you shoot — if you don’t understand what makes a good street shot. Julia talks extensively about seeing a photograph from top to bottom, left to right, and all the way back. All at once. You will learn how to see everything in your frame. You will learn to use a wide-angle lens well, to see in 3D, and to capture (visually interesting) layers in one single photograph.
FORMAT:
Each day is spent on location and in the classroom, where you will get daily inspirational, informative lectures and critiques. Those participants who want to be on the streets with Julia will go to specific locations for a few hours each day, while those of you who want to work on a project, will shoot on your own. Julia will have ideas for you, but she encourages you to come up with your own.
Perhaps you want to do a portrait series of the owners of the “Magazine Kiosks” still in existence in L.A.? Or spend a week with one of the “characters” on Hollywood Blvd., at home, on Hollywood Blvd., and everywhere in between? Maybe you want to do a series of window reflections on Broadway? Julia will guide you throughout the week on how to shoot a story, a documentary project, or a series. Director Daniel Sackheim, Julia’s co-director of Street L.A. Collective, will come in as a guest one day to discuss his cinematic approach to doing a series on the streets.
WHO SHOULD TAKE THIS WORKSHOP:
Whether you are just starting your journey into street photography or have been photographinhg for many years, you will find something new to learn in this program.
THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW:
You should have a basic understanding of photography as well as your camera. We will have a selection of Leica Cameras and lenses for you to borrow during the workshop however having or using a Leica Camera is not a requirement for this program. You should also have a basic knowledge of image processing.
DETAILS & DATES:
March 3-7, 2025
LOCATION:
Leica Store Los Angeles
8783 Beverly Blvd
West Hollywood, CA 90048
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