Photography Workshops Around the World

Each workshop will have a date when the full payment is due (usually 2-4 months in advance). I don’t do deposits. We can use PayPal, Wise, or bank transfers to complete transactions.

All of my workshops are non-changeable/non-refundable. It’s highly recommended to purchase trip cancellation insurance to cover any unforeseen cancellations.

In the event that Craig has to cancel, a full refund will be issued.

I’m a fine art photographer. My motto is, I Turn People Into Art. Most of my subjects are sourced from my street photography sessions. This workshop series is strictly focused on taking street photography shots to transform them into fine art. Therefore, this workshop series isn’t just about roaming around and taking shots at random. We will focus on personal projects and group activities to help bring your project to life and to broaden your street photography prowess so that you’ll be able to use your newfound skillset in your daily photography.

Since we are sourcing our subjects from street photography, you’ll want to make use of your 24-35mm focal length lenses. Zoom lenses are okay but prime lenses are the best ones for this kind of photography. The exact focal lengths for the job will be determined by your personal project. We will discuss these subjects at length before you sign up.

• Breakfast as a group at the hotel

• Group / partner / and solo work

• Lots of walking throughout the day!

• Lunch as a group

• 1 on 1 focus with attendees

• Street photography instruction throughout the day

• Vision development - “seeing art” in real-time

• Dinner as a Group or Individually for encouragement / personal feedback

My personal view is that group time should be focused on sourcing imagery for our art projects. This isn’t just a street photography outing where we may be otherwise distracted with photography club competitions and other types of contests and recognition. Here lies another critical difference between my workshops and those of others. Our time will be solely dedicated to creating a body of work.

That being said, I’m always available for comment while we're in the field or during one of our dinners together. I’ll even be more than happy to schedule a post-workshop Zoom call to discuss your work. And the workshops do include one-on-one time with me via Zoom for photo editing. But what I want to avoid are time-wasting trips back to hotel conference rooms to review work together (or taking up precious downtime after a long day!) when there are better times and places for such things. The key word here is, REMOTELY. And preferably with a cup of coffee!

They are long days! And I want you to get your money’s worth. If you’re in reasonable condition and without nagging injuries, you should be able to do just fine. Comfortable and quality walking shoes are a must! Some days are very long depending on the location, maybe up to 12 hours sometimes but usually between 7 and 10 hours on your feet and on the move. Also, some of my workshops are in India and the weather can be quite daunting if you’re not used to heat and humidity. The appropriate clothing will go a long way in your preparations.

The short answer is yes. Art is an intentional act even when we’re experimenting at times or unsure where we’re going with something. If you don’t come up with a project idea, then how is the workshop series any different from any of the street photography workshops out there? If you don’t have one in mind, I’ll be more than happy to help you develop one…but the inspiration, the excitement, the drive and the willingness to carry through with the project must ultimately come from you. The idea is that you will know what you want to photograph from Day 1 even if you’re not exactly sure how to go about it: this is where I come in if you need the help. This is where others in the group with experience in street photography can also lend a hand. This may not be the best analogy but think of the group as a highly-trained special forces squad. Each member has a specialty and will have slightly different objectives at times. But we’re all in it together with the one goal of creating art. If one member isn’t on the same page, the whole group dynamic is shattered. I’ve learned this from personal experience in group settings and I won’t have it happen in my own workshops. So it’s not enough to like the idea of turning street photography, i.e. people, into art…you must have a plan for it. And we’ll get it done together.

We will seek out centrally-located, 3-star hotels. This isn’t a luxury workshop nor is it a backpackers convention. We’ll seek out hotels that may price out anywhere from 100 to 130 Euros per night in European locales and between 80-100 Euros per night in India. Prices may fluctuate but we’ll work as a group to figure it out.

Since the meals aren’t included, you’re free to eat whatever and whenever you like. If you have special dietary requirements or strong preferences for food in general, you’re free to roam. If you’re hungry and there’s a nearby restaurant that you want to eat at, go for it. Maybe we’ll all join you or maybe you’ll be on your own. There will be times, probably more so than not, when there are limited choices as to where we take meals. We may have to rough it at times. But nobody will go hungry. We will discuss meals and group dynamics in our private groups for each workshop location.

Just the workshop experience itself. All travel, accommodations, meals, and personal expenses are to be borne by attendees. Doing the math, you’ll see that my average per diem rate isn’t that much and is why I’ll usually require 5-6 attendees to run a workshop.

This will be an 8 day workshop, so attendees are advised to arrive one day before the workshop since we’ll be hitting the streets after breakfast on Day 1. Likewise, on Day 8, we will be doing a full day too. Attendees may wish to do their checkout at the regular morning hour if they can’t stay for the entire workshop but I do intend to run the full 8 days for those who want to book nine or more nights of hotel.

I do not advise that you pay for your flights and hotel until we know for sure if we’re running the workshop. I won’t be responsible for any loss in the event the workshop doesn’t run. It’s therefore recommended to book refundable flights and hotel and to back that up with trip cancellation insurance. Once we have a group and everyone has paid, then commit fully.

We will have a private group on my website or Facebook prior to the workshop, to plan and discuss our options.

During the workshop, everyone should have WhatsApp installed on their phones along with Google Location Sharing turned on so that I can at least keep tabs on you. We will be separating at times and it’s vital that I know where you and the others in the group are at all times and vice versa.

You will likely have a few hundred or thousand images at the workshop’s end that will serve as the starting point for your project. Next will come culling — weeding out those images that don’t fit and keeping the ones that may serve a purpose. Then the photo editing will begin…I can help you with this part if you need it. And like I mentioned before, I’d be happy to discuss with you your work and help you navigate any obstacles. After the photo editing, you’ll be ready to share your work with the world.

Here are a few things to consider if you’re trying to figure out what to do for a personal project.

Theme or Concept: Choose a theme or concept that resonates with you and allows for exploration and creativity. This could be anything from capturing the essence of a particular location or culture to documenting a social issue or personal journey.

Storytelling: Aim to tell a compelling story through your photographs. Consider how you can use imagery to evoke emotions, convey messages, or highlight important narratives.

Visual Cohesion: Strive for visual consistency and coherence throughout your project. This can be achieved through consistent use of composition, lighting, color palettes, and editing styles.

Subject Matter: Select subjects or topics that you are passionate about or curious to explore further. This could include people, landscapes, architecture, street scenes, or abstract concepts.

Depth and Variety: Ensure your project offers depth and variety by including a range of perspectives, angles, and compositions. Experiment with different techniques and approaches to keep your audience engaged.

Personal Connection: Infuse your project with elements that have personal significance to you. This could involve exploring your own identity, experiences, memories, or values through your photography.

Audience Engagement: Consider your intended audience and how you want them to interact with your work. Think about how you can engage viewers and provoke thought or discussion through your photographs.

Feasibility: Choose a project that is realistic and feasible within the time frame and resources available during the workshop. Consider factors such as access to subjects, logistical constraints, and technical considerations.