Photojournalism & Street Photography

About this course

This workshop introduces photojournalism and street photography through the relationship between photographic mechanics, composition and visual storytelling. Participants explore portraiture, urban photography, street art and documentary approaches, including the idea of the decisive moment and the role of the eyewitness photographer. The course also considers photography for publication, communication with editors and the public, ethics, editing and the digital darkroom. A central activity is developing a photo essay, using a sequence of images to investigate a story or theme.

What you'll learn

• Produce a photo essay that uses a series of photographs to explore a story or theme.
• Apply compositional principles when making photographs.
• Use portraiture and street photography approaches to document people and places.
• Explain ethical considerations in photojournalism.
• Evaluate and edit digital photographs for publication.

Is this course right for you?

Listed at Beginner level, the workshop is intended for learners developing foundational knowledge of photography and photojournalism. Participants should be prepared to engage with visual storytelling and consider a possible subject or theme for their photo essay before attending.

• Some preparation is suggested before the workshop in the form of an idea or subject for the photo essay.
• The course covers both the creative and editorial aspects of documentary photography.

Before you go

• Participants are ideally asked to consider ideas or subject matter for their photo essay before attending.