Why

Never have the news, travel and features photography sectors been so competitive as they are today. With high quality DSLRs becoming more affordable with ever year that passes, and the level of technical knowledge required to take a sharply-focused and well-exposed photograph now minimal, almost anybody can put together a portfolio containing a few nice pictures and set themselves up as a photographer - further saturating the market. 

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Yet in actual fact, as far as documentary photography is concerned, technical proficiency has never been anything more than just a minimum entry-requirement. Indeed, the qualities that make a true photojournalist stand out today are the same as they ever were: a nose for a good story; a deep understanding of, and empathy with, people; well developed observational skills; the ability to listen and talk; a good grasp of narrative; a disciplined approach to shooting; and a whole lot of hard-work and dedication to the job. 

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Some of these are talents we inherit genetically, some will be gained only after many years of professional experience, but quite a few of them can be learned. Our workshops are designed to teach participants the entire latter category.