Street Photography with Purpose

Roaming streets and byways in search of dramatic photos has been around since the start of compact 35mm cameras. Raised to a photographic genre by Cartier-Bresson and generations of inspired photographers after him, Street Photography remains as much an accepted genre today, as it ever has been. But followed seriously, street shooting should land its practitioner more than just a collection of unrelated images. It should exhibit thematic focusvisual intent. This 4-week course is designed to point you in just such a direction. Its aim is not just the daily exercise you’ll receive, but a powerful and cohesive body of work fit for portfolio presentation or submission as a photo-essay.

View from Above

• Intermediate to Advanced levels of proficiency recommended.
• Develop competence and confidence with your camera when approaching subjects and situations.
  
• Create powerful images of the human landscape that tie together in meaningful ways.
• Produce a strong collection of portfolio work or that set for editorial consideration.

Toolbox Needs

• Digital or film-based camera (Note: Scanner access required if shooting film).
• Proficiency with aperture and shutter controls.
• Prime (fixed focal-length) or zoom lens in the 24mm to 50mm range.
  
• Willingness and energy to "take to the streets".