's Frequently Asked QuestionsAbout My Workshops
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We’ll start with a short briefing. Then we’ll walk along a route. You’ll receive assignments as we take photos. At the end, we’ll discuss the work and learn from each other. You’ll receive my detailed feedback on your photos via email later.
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One-Day Workshops From 10:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.Two-day workshops: “
” From 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on both days
We usually run a little over time because the coffee breaks are so enjoyable; there’s often a lot to discuss and many experiences to share. -
If you know how your camera works, you're ready to go. You'll learn by doing and by watching.
It really doesn't matter whether you usually shoot landscapes, documentary photography, or portraits. This workshop is for everyone, and you're sure to learn something!
Differentiation arises from the way you interpret the assignments, and I’m happy to guide you through that process. As a result, the workshop is truly suitable for both advanced participants and beginners.
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Well, the weather is always a gamble, especially in the fall. But basically, we keep shooting. Rain makes for great photos—umbrellas, reflections. I’ll show you how to make the most of it.
Sunlight presents different challenges, such as backlighting and harsh shadows. So every type of weather has its pros and cons.
Okay, maybe a snowstorm isn't the best weather for taking photos. But no snowstorm = a workshop!
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During the two-day workshops, about eight to ten kilometers in five hours. During the one-day workshops, two to three kilometers in three hours. Including breaks.
It also depends a bit on how much we decide together to get lost and stray from the route I've mapped out for us. Good shoes are your best friend.
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Of course. We see what works for each scene. In a color photo, color often plays a leading role—think of places like the exotic market on Theaterplein in Antwerp, with its many bright colors. In a tranquil photo, for example in the suburbs of Paris, black-and-white can be very effective.
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Respect comes first, always. I'll teach you how to take photos with confidence in crowded places.
During the workshop, I’ll, of course, share all the relevant information about the legal aspects of street photography with you.
If you'd like to learn more about how this is organized in the Netherlands and apply those principles to London and other cities, be sure to check this out.
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Yes. Many participants come alone. That actually works well. You focus more on your own story and find it easy to fit in with the group. In my experience, we get used to each other quickly, and the friendly atmosphere often takes over. After all, you’re all facing similar challenges!