Street Photography: Taking the Pulse of the City

The street photographer is often considered one of our best resources for defining the mood and culture of a city. This class adresses ways to make strong images that “take the pulse” of the city. Discussed will be ways to increase understanding of city life and public social behavior while practicing the art and craft of street photography. Topics covered include: strategies to approach strangers, methods of overcoming shyness, and ways of controlling light and exposure in the street. Various lighting situations faced by the street photographer, and ways of posing and interacting with people will also be considered.

Course Level / Prerequisite: Open to all skill levels. Students ranging from beginner to experienced will be successful in classes that are Open to All Skill Levels.

Courses are subject to minimum enrollment. Please register early, within five days of the start-date, to reduce the likelihood of course cancellation and to ensure you receive all course-related materials in time to prepare for class.

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