"Venice is one of the most photographed cities and its famous Carnival is one of the most photographed events in the world.
Many people think that Venice is easy to photograph because everywhere you look is a postcard-perfect image. However this is not really the case: this beauty 'overdose' can easily lead the eye into clichés.
When we first saw the work of the Bragdon brothers, we immediately thought they would be perfect for the challenge of holding a workshop to showcase a different side of Venice. They are exceptional street photographers, their view is never banal and digs deep into the details and essence of the subjects they photograph."(Francesca Lanaro and Federico Sutera)
The Bragdon brothers: Gavin and Gareth Bragdon are street photographers based in Edinburgh Scotland. They have been doing street photography since 2011 and since then have shot not only in Scotland but also throughout Europe. Their work has become known internationally and is known for the use of off camera flash, a technique originally used to deal with the Scottish weather but became a way to expose the surreality of the urban environment and the people inhabiting it. The brothers are also members of the Scottish street photography collective Grey Skies and the international Full Frontal Flash.
Last news: Gareth Bragdon got finalist in the Magnum photography award!
For more information about the authors please visit their official website: Gareth Bragdon Photography and Gavin Bragdon Photography
The total price for subscription is € 280,00. The rate doesn't include food, transportation or accomodation expenses.
Special offer: 20% discount will be refunded to the first two participants at the end of the workshop.
Number of participants required to guarantee the workshop: min. 8 and max. 12
The workshop will be held in english by the Bragdon brothers, curated and supervised by Francesca Lanaro and Federico Sutera
Requirements: Laptop with Photoshop or Lightroom, digital camera. Flash and TTL cord are optionals.
DAILY PROGRAM
24 February, 2017
9.30-13.00 (3.30 hrs): Presentation of the Bragdons' work and portfolio review of each participant. All students must bring at least 15 pictures to show.
14.30-18.30 (4 hrs): Practical training in the streets of Venice surrounded by masks and visitors.
25 February, 2017
9.30-13.00 (3.30 hrs): Editing and review of the pics taken in the streets the day before.
14.30 -18.30 (4 hrs): Second practical training in the streets of Venice.
26 February, 2017
9.30-13.00 (3.30 hrs): Third street practical training or editing of the work for those who must leave Venice in the early afternoon.
14.30-18.30 (4 hrs): Editing of the work done in the previous days and selection of min. 10 pictures taken during the workshop for the final slideshow.
18.30-19.00 (1/2 hour): Slideshow presentation
We will reply or send the subscription confirmation within 48 hours.
Subscriptions open till the 15th February 2017!