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Las Vegas Street Photography Workshop (3-Days+)

A 3-day+ street photography workshop in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA on May 18-20, 2018. The workshop will be led by myself, Forrest Walker (aka f.d. walker).

+ optional night walks included/details below

This will be an intensive and highly involved workshop led by someone who’s photographed over 70 major cities across the world inside and out. With a 5 participant max and an instructor available 24 hours a day during the workshop, you’ll be able to get the most out of our time together.

Forrest Walker is an award-winning photographer who has been exhibited and published around the world. He is also a member of The Street Collective and sole creator of ShooterFiles.com, where he is currently photographing over 100 major cities across all major regions for his website and future book.

Workshop Description:

There’s no city in the world like Las Vegas. An oasis of sunlight and night lights where every indulgence imagined is available. The character of Las Vegas combined with the characters it attracts makes for a city of non-stop interest for street photography. So, I’m excited to announce that this May 18-20, I will be conducting a 3-day+ Street Photography Workshop in Sin City.

This will be an intensive, but highly enjoyable workshop experience that includes a mixture of daily photo walks, photo critiques, portfolio reviews, interactive lessons, activities and discussions. There will be a lot of walking and photography, with myself fully involved each step of the way to make sure you get the most out of your time. You will be able to fully immerse yourself into the city through street photography, so you can learn more, photograph more and have a great time in Las Vegas.

Experiencing and capturing the city, as we will, is also designed to help maximize your improvement and learning in photography. You will be challenged, while seeing more and having more opportunities to reach your goals during the workshop.

+Night Walks: Las Vegas keeps the light on and stays alive into the night. So, in addition to the daily street photography walks, I will include optional night walks (Friday night’s walk is most encouraged). This way you can get more out of your time during the workshop and learn how to work with different light.

Dates:

May 18-20, 2018 (Friday/Saturday/Sunday)

Location:

Las Vegas, Nevada, USA

Workshop Schedule:

Friday : 1pm-9pm
Saturday : 9am-7pm
Sunday : 9am-6pm

*optional night walks on Friday & Saturday

Each day will include planned photo walks in Las Vegas.
Each day will include photo critiques and discussions from the day.
Each day will include instruction time, which includes a mixture of lessons, slide shows and activities.
Each day will include an optional night street photography walk.
Spending time together outside the scheduled time is encouraged, but not mandatory. I will be available throughout the 3 days.

Requirements: Basic skill in camera technique is required for this workshop. In addition to your camera, please bring a laptop. Extra camera batteries and good shoes/sandals are highly recommended, as well.

Fee: $400 USD per person

*5 participant max

For questions or to reserve a spot in the Workshop, please submit through the form below:

(Direct email: forrest.d.walker@gmail.com)

*$150 deposit is required to register and hold a spot.

**Second payment of $125 is due by April 15th, with the final payment of $125 to be received 7 days prior to the start of the workshop.

More Information:

The daily schedule is a minimum, but I will be available at all times during the 3-day weekend. We will have opportunity for more involvement, activities and learning outside of the scheduled time.
There will be extensive photo walks every day. During the walks, we will cover a variety of instructions along with a mixture of group, paired and solo walking. You will have a chance to see how I work and learn from myself, while also having plenty of opportunity to shoot on your own. I will take you to different parts of the city to fully experience Las Vegas and provide you more opportunity for unique photos.
Mixed in with the daily walks, we will also have time for daily presentations, instructions and photo critiques. Slide shows, group discussions, techniques and continual feedback will be included.
The main focus of the workshop is street photography, with some crossover into documentary. Candid and un-posed is the aesthetic I will be most looking for in course instructions and discussions, while you are free to take posed shots for personal enjoyment.
Before the workshop, we will have time to discuss your interests in photography, what you would like to get out of the workshop, along with a portfolio review. I can also help with arrangements on a place to stay, as I’d prefer for us all to stay together so you can get the most out of the workshop and experience (You are welcome to choose your own lodging, though. Preferably, along the main strip).
Workshop is limited to a small group of 5 to provide individual attention and a better, more valuable experience.

What’s Included?:

Planned street photography walks providing a wide view of photo opportunities and exploration in the unique city of Las Vegas (+ optional night walks).
Opportunities for 1-on-1 shooting with myself to provide you constant feedback, tips, guidance, and allow you to observe how I work. I will also mix up activities and photography assignments to give you a chance to work on your photography without distraction.
An instructor that has experience photographing over 70 major cities on foot, while going deeper and off the beaten path, will give you an opportunity to get to know the city better and capture more unique shots.
Improvement in different techniques, understanding light, learning to see more and being comfortable capturing the shots you want to make.
Multiple educational and inspirational lessons covering different aspects of street photography.
An initial portfolio review followed by daily critiques of your photos taken during the workshop. I want you to follow your own interests and vision so I will be working with you to improve towards your personal goals in photography instead of boxing you into one-size-fits-all.
Constant access to myself, including outside of the workshop’s scheduled time.
Activities planned to give time for bonding with other photographers. A memorable experience not only improving your street photography, but also enjoying your time in Las Vegas.
The workshop fee covers not only the time during the workshop schedule below, but also the time spent on workshop preparation with each individual, and any time needed outside of the daily schedule while in Las Vegas.

Thanks for checking these details out and I hope some of you can join me this May in Las Vegas!