Phil Penman - Street Photography Masterclass in Basel
15.01.2027 - 17.01.2027
00:00 - 00:00
Phil Penman - Street Photography Masterclass in Basel
Phil Penman
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The British-born, New York-based photographer Phil Penman has documented the ever-changing scene of New York City’s streets for more than 25 years. In his career as a news and magazine photographer, with a large body of work in such publications as The Guardian, The Independent, The New York Review of Books, among others, he has photographed major public figures and historical events. In particular, his reportage following the September 11, 2001 terrorist attack on the World Trade Center has featured on NBC’s Today show, as well as on the BBC, History Channel, and Al Jazeera, and his images have been included in the 9/11 Memorial and Museum’s archives.
Marktgasse 12
4051 Basel
Schweiz
A workshop with well known street photographer Phil Penman is a great opportunity for any keen photographer to vastly improve their photography. Penman’s extensive experience in capturing candid moments and capturing life on the streets will provide you with a depth of knowledge as well as inspiration for photographers looking to take their work to the next level.
One of the key areas that Phil Penman can help you with is the art of observation. Penman has a keen eye for capturing life as it unfolds, and he will share his insights into how he approaches capturing fleeting moments and unscripted scenes. Another important aspect of street photography that Penman will teach you is the importance of being prepared. He will show you how to always being ready to capture the shot, from having the right camera settings to being aware of the environment around you.
Day 1: Friday, 15th January 2027
18:00 - 19:30 Start at Leica Store Basel | Introduction to Phil's photography and working process
19:30 - 21:00 Dinner together
Day 2: Saturday, 16th January 2027
08:00 - 11:30 Morning photo walk
11:30 - 13:00 Break
13:00 - 15:00 Photo Walk
15:00 - 17:00 Image Processing and Culling discussion
Day 3: Sunday, 17th January 2026
08:00 - 11:30 Morning photo walk
11:30 - 13:00 Break
13:00 - 15:00 Photo Walk
15:00 - 17:00 Workshop and image editing followed by group presentation of images
