Street photography with Antonio Olmos
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Location
The Guardian
Kings Place 90 York Way London N1 9GU United KingdomRefund Policy
Description
Master the skills you need to create photographs out of the chaos and bustle of street life
Street photography is an essential skill for any aspiring photographer, whether your work is artistic, commercial or just for fun. The chaos and bustle of street life provides an inexhaustible source of inspiration, providing you master the lighting and composition techniques to handle its unpredictable demands. This inspiring course, led by award-winning photojournalist Antonio Olmos, will show you how to make the most of the metropolitan kaleidoscope.
Combining specialist tutoring with on-location assignments and individual feedback, this highly practical weekend provides an in-depth introduction to the theory, practice and philosophy of great street photography. From technical tips on composition, lighting and camera functions to advice on how to deal with the public and approach potential subjects, you'll build the skills and confidence you need to turn split-second opportunities into lasting images.
This course is for you if…
- You're an experienced amateur photographer and want to expand your skill set
- You're considering pursuing documentary photography as a career or for an artistic project
- You're a predominantly studio-based photographer who wants to learn about injecting more movement and spontaneity into your photographs
PLEASE NOTE: This course is for photographers who have a good working knowledge of their cameras, and all attendees should have a digital SLR or rangefinder camera with normal and wide angle lenses.
Course description
This intermediate-level weekend course combines classroom tuition and practical assignments to teach attendees the technical and creative essentials of street photography. Attendees will receive individual feedback on their style and skills from Guardian photographer Antonio Olmos. Topics covered over the weekend include:
- Composition on the fly
- Working with unpredictable lighting
- Technical skills and settings
- Focus modes, shutters speeds and manual camera functions
- How to operate in a street environment
Full course and returns information on the Masterclasses website
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