Amsterdam Street Photography Workshop

AMSTERDAM STREET PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP 18 and 19 May 2012, Amsterdam Workshop for street photographers who want to improve their skills on the streets of Amsterdam. Street photographers Thomas Leuthard and Eric Kim will share their techniques, vision and experiences. What’s the program like?  Our program starts friday morning 9.30 AM in Amsterdam, so participants should be in Amsterdam on thursday evening. There will be classroom sessions on iconic street photographers, best practices, shooting styles, as well as serious street time to practice. There will be time to evaluate each others’ work and get expert feedback. iMac’s, classrooms and printing facilities will be available for post shoot processing and review. On Friday evening we’ll also get a chance to practice shooting with flash. Topics we will cover in the workshop: • Discovering the top street photography styles to find your own voice • How to get stronger compositions in your street photography • Personal guidance on developing your strengths in street photography • How to approach people when shooting on the streets • An advanced guide on editing (selecting your best work) as well as post-processing in Lightroom 3 and Silver Efex Pro • How to market yourself as a street photographer and get your work more recognized • An in-depth study of the master street photographers • Specialized street photography assignments for both days • How to create images that tell compelling stories • Constructive critique of your current portfolio and photos taken during the workshop  Who’s it for? The requirements for participating is intermediate photography skills, and an interest in street photography. Participants should arrive comfortable with their own camera technique. The workshop is not concerned with differentiating between "beginners" or "advanced" street photographers and all will be welcome within a supportive group atmosphere of like-minded photographers. Where is it? All plenary and in-class group sessions are held at the Fotoacademie (Amsterdam Academy for Photography), Korte Prinsengracht 33. This is conveniently located in the centre of Amsterdam. You’re expected to make your own travel and stay arrangements. How do I apply? To apply, fill out the application form or send an email to me. Workshop fee is € 275 for both days, excluding meals, drinks etc. The workshop will be limited to 24 participants, so register soon to ensure your spot. What about early birds? If you enter before January 31, 2012, you’ll receive a 10% discount! About: Thomas Leuthard Based in the heart of Switzerland, Thomas Leuthard loves to travel to the big cities of the World to follow his passion documenting ordinary life on the street and to meet other street photographers. While not knowing all the big photographers from the past, he is following his basic instinct for his interest in humanity and social activities in public. He already wrote two eBooks to write down his experiences in street photography to help beginners finding an entry point to this kind of photography. To him street photography is a way of life and not just a passion... Eric Kim Based in the urban streets of Los Angeles, Eric Kim is a street photographer who captures thought-provoking candid images of individuals juxtaposed against their natural surroundings. As a graduate of UCLA in Sociology, Eric applies his passion for photography and social interaction throughout different fields in his life. He is currently working on a street photography book and has taught street photography workshops all around the world, including San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago, Toronto, Lebanon, the UK, Switzerland, and India. He has been teaching photographers to build up their courage in their street photography, as well as build their street photography vision. Jeroen Helmink Jeroen is a Dutch photographer working in portrait and documentary photography. For him, street photography is about pushing personal boundaries, observing, understanding and meeting other people. It’s the perfect excuse to step into unknown adventures and learn new things about the people and the world around us. Fotoacademie (Amsterdam Academy for Photography) http://www.85mm.ch/amsterdam/Registration.htmlmailto:jeroenhelmink@gmail.comhttp://www.85mm.chhttp://erickimphotography.comhttp://www.jeroenhelmink.nlhttp://www.fotoacademie.nlshapeimage_1_link_0shapeimage_1_link_1shapeimage_1_link_2shapeimage_1_link_3shapeimage_1_link_4shapeimage_1_link_5