WORKSHOPS AND MASTER CLASSES
Photography Workshops and Master Classes
What I’ve learned the most from is observing others. By walking for kilometers through cities both familiar and unfamiliar, I’ve found my own style. This is especially true for my street photography, and increasingly so for my portraits.
I really enjoy heading out onto the streets with others, spending hours shooting, and capturing beautiful images. I always start with a specific idea, while respecting my subject and keeping a completely open mind. That perspective usually goes beyond the camera—and sometimes right through it.
If you're looking for a way to broaden your perspective and approach photography with an open mind and motivation—whether on the street or in the studio—you're more than welcome to join us.
Street Photography Workshops and Master Classes
Paris doesn’t ask anything of you. You don’t have to be a tourist, an expert, or an art lover. All you have to do is look. Along the Bassin de la Villette, people sit with nowhere to go. In the alleys of Belleville, laundry hangs out to dry and music drifts from open windows. At Père-Lachaise, someone walks their dog, as if it were just a park. That is the real Paris, and that is exactly what we are going to photograph.
For two days, we’ll explore neighborhoods you won’t find on postcards. From the covered arcades around the Palais Royal to the hill of Montmartre, from the gritty Belleville to the cool shade of the Sacré-Cœur. I’ll show you how to navigate a city as a photographer—how to choose your moments, how to wait, how to take risks. You’ll go home with photos you’re proud of. And with a new way of seeing that will stay with you forever.
PARIS
Friday, September 25, and Saturday, September 26
Learn to see things differently and capture your surroundings spontaneously, all based on a solid concept. Street Photography 2.0, focusing on what you want to create. It's a custom workshop, but with a group (max. 5 people).
Accessible and challenging for all levels. You get to choose the style or series you want to photograph, and I'll select some custom assignments just for you.
London is big, loud, and sometimes downright overwhelming. That’s exactly why it’s such a fantastic city to photograph. The city forces you to make choices: what do you leave out, where do you look, who do you follow with your eyes? Between the crowds on Oxford Street and the tranquility of Soho’s side streets lies a world of images that most people simply walk right past. Not you anymore. You’ll learn to look differently and see things others miss—a color, a glance, a composition.
I’ll take you past the Barbican, Southbank, Covent Garden, and the hidden gems in between, like Neal’s Yard and Leadenhall Market. Not as a tourist, but as a photographer who knows exactly what he’s looking for. After two days, you’ll know the city in a way most visitors never do, and you’ll have a memory card full of images to prove it.
LONDON, Friday , November 20, and Saturday, November 21
I can imagine you'd prefer a workshop that's tailored just for you. You might have some specific questions you'd love to chat about. Or maybe you want to know how I tackle certain situations and how you could do the same. Perhaps you even want to go to a specific city? That's totally possible!
Especially for you, I also offer a 1-on-1 (street) photography workshop. I'm happy to put 'street' in brackets because maybe you want to try street portraits, learn to read light, or focus more on architecture. Or perhaps you finally want to see your own city in a new way. I'd love to help you with all of this!
My one-on-one photography workshops are for beginners and folks who've already used a camera quite a bit.
Practical, interactive, and suitable for both beginners and advanced practitioners of street photography
In the street photography workshops and masterclasses, we’ll dive together into the moment, the unexpected details, the city around us, and how to capture them with an open mind and confidence. You’ll learn how to read situations more quickly, how to get close without being intrusive, and how to create images that convey energy and tell a story. The workshops are interactive, hands-on, and tailored to your skill level. I provide personalized feedback as we work in real streets and environments, so you can grow both in technique and in confidence.
Small groups = maximum attention
We work with small groups so you’ll have plenty of opportunity to ask questions and experiment with composition, light, and timing. You’ll discover useful strategies for capturing sharp, unique images under challenging conditions, and you’ll soon find yourself seeing the world around you in a new light. The goal is for you to head out on your own with confidence after the workshop or “ masterclass ,” resulting in photos that truly convey a message.
One-on-One Portrait Photography Workshop
In my one-on-one portrait photography workshop at my studio in Wijchen , I’ll guide you through what really matters in portrait photography: connecting with the subject, sensing emotion and atmosphere, and learning how to translate that into images that speak for themselves. We’ll work together at your own pace, with personalized attention to your questions and goals. Whether you’re just starting out with portrait photography or already have some experience, I’ll help you develop a keener eye for light, composition, and how to really make someone shine in front of the camera.
During the workshop, we’ll take a hands-on approach to photography, covering practical feedback , and concrete tips that you can apply right away in your own work. You’ll gain insight into how to make more informed technical decisions, how to handle different lighting situations, and how to turn an ordinary pose into a powerful photo. Above all, this is a workshop where you’ll learn, have fun, and go home with beautiful images.
A good portrait doesn’t start with technique, but with attention. During the one-on-one portrait photography workshop at my studio in Wijchen , it’s all about the interplay between light, people, and the moment. You and me, a model, a few lights, and four hours to learn, experiment, and discover.
We take a hands-on approach, play with shadows and reflections, talk out loud, and explore the light. No large groups, no rush. Just looking, taking photos, and understanding together.
For me, photography isn't about looking—it's about feeling. If you can't feel what you're looking at, then you'll never be able to make others feel anything when they look at your pictures.
Don McCullin
Conceptual street photography
For me, conceptual street photography is the next step beyond classic street photography. While traditional street photography revolves around capturing the decisive moment, conceptual street photography goes a step deeper. You don’t just photograph what’s happening; you add an idea, a thought, a direction to it. You don’t just observe; you subtly guide the action. Not by staging scenes as if you were on a movie set, but by stepping out onto the street with a specific intention.
What exactly is conceptual street photography?
Conceptual street photography is street photography with a plan. You work from a theme, a question, or a visual idea. Think of a series about loneliness in a bustling city. Or about color contrasts between tourists and locals. Or about repetition, shadows, reflections, silhouettes, power, silence. You choose a framework in advance and actively look for it in public spaces. The street remains the backdrop. The people remain real. But your gaze becomes sharper, more focused, more conscious.
It requires something different from you than just wandering around aimlessly with a camera. It requires concentration. Patience. The ability to say no to good photos that don’t fit your concept. That’s exciting. Because you see all kinds of things. But you have to choose. And it’s precisely in that process of choosing that your work grows.
Who is conceptual street photography for?
For photographers who feel they want more than just individual, powerful images. For people who want to create a cohesive series. For photographers who may have been shooting on the street for some time but find themselves seeking greater depth. Who want to develop their own signature style. Or who want to work toward a book, an exhibition, or a portfolio.
It’s also for photographers who take themselves seriously—not necessarily professionally, but in terms of their craft. You want to grow. You want to understand why an image works. You want to learn how to translate an idea into a visual. And you want feedback that goes beyond just a “pretty picture.” You’re looking for a sparring partner.
Why choose me?
Because I’ve walked that path myself. I started by observing. By documenting. By responding to whatever presented itself. But over the years, I noticed that my work became stronger when I took to the streets with a specific idea in mind. When I began creating series. When I dared to cut things out. When I asked myself questions like: What am I actually trying to say here?
In my workshops and coaching sessions, I combine my experience as a street photographer with my background as an entrepreneur and mentor. I don’t just help you see better—I also help you make choices. I ask questions—sometimes uncomfortable ones. What is your subject? Why does this move you? What are you leaving out? What are you afraid of?
We take a hands-on approach. With assignments. With themes. With feedback. We analyze your images. We look at rhythm within a series. At repetition. At contrast. At the tension between images. And above all: at coherence.
More Authentic Street Photography
I believe that conceptual street photography forces you to be more honest. You can’t hide behind coincidence as much. You take responsibility for your work. And that’s exactly where growth comes from.
When you work with me, you won’t get a list of tricks. You’ll get guidance. Attention. And a safe yet honest environment in which to experiment. I’m direct. But always with the goal of helping you move forward. I quickly see where your potential lies—and also where you’re still holding yourself back.
Conceptual street photography isn’t just a random idea—quite the opposite. It’s a way of working that helps you move from a collection of individual images to a story, a series, or a project. From photographer to creator. From documenting to creating.
And when you feel you're ready for that, I'd be happy to walk alongside you for a while.
Portrait Photography Workshop
To me, portrait photography isn’t just a trick involving a light and a pretty face. It’s a conversation—but told through images. You want to show someone as they feel, not just as they look. And that’s exactly where the power of a one-on-one workshop lies: all the attention is focused on your questions, your taste, and your pace. We make it concrete. We make it achievable.
We'll start however you'd like
Sometimes you’ll bring your own model—someone you already have an idea for or someone you trust. Other times, I’ll arrange for a model so you can focus entirely on lighting, direction, and composition. Both options are possible. The advantage of one-on-one sessions is that we don’t have to compromise. We’ll choose whatever works best for your learning goals.
Then we’ll start with a blank canvas or a Pinterest board. A blank canvas is great if you’re thinking, “I want something new, but I’m not quite sure what yet.” Then we’ll build the idea step by step, based on your taste and what you have in mind but can’t quite put into words yet. A Pinterest board is perfect if you already have some references. Then we’ll take a closer look: what is it that draws you to these images? Is it the contrast? The shadows? The softness? The pose? The distance from the subject? We’ll break it down until it makes sense.
We analyze light
Next, we’ll analyze light—not vaguely, but precisely. Where does it come from? How large is the light source? How bright or soft is it? How does it affect skin, eyes, and texture? We’ll look at catchlights, shadow edges, and the balance between the main light and fill light. And we’ll name what you see, so that later you’ll be able to recognize these elements yourself in photos that inspire you.
Then we recreate it. We take the lighting equipment we have, explore the possibilities in my studio, and translate that analysis into a setup that works. Sometimes it’s just one lamp and a reflector. Sometimes it’s an extra accent light or a backlight. But there’s always a reason. You don’t just learn what to do; above all, you learn why.
Reflections on Portrait Photography
The result is that you’re no longer at the mercy of chance. You’ll learn to think about what you want to create and how to get there. You’ll walk out of my studio with a clearer sense of style, more control over lighting, and a plan for your next portraits. It’s not about working harder—it’s about working more purposefully. That’s the benefit.