Soho Street Photography
Two-day practical class
Friday 25 September - Saturday 26 September 2015
Soho and The GA Room, Burlington House, Royal Academy of Arts
£360.
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Capture the buzz of Soho on camera during this two-day practical class.
This class will provide you with the confidence to approach your subjects, as well as the essential skills and techniques needed to successfully capture street images, using the vibrancy of Soho and the surrounding areas to record London life.
Led by professional photographer Roy Matthews, participants will explore the different approaches to street photography and how best to apply them effectively. The importance of light and composition will be discussed and explored, as well as camera settings, including the use of different lenses, focusing methods, shutter speed selection and more.
Participants are required to bring a digital camera with them as images taken over the course of the two days will be uploaded and presented to the group during the critique at the end of the second day.
10.30am – 5.30pm each day.
About the tutor – Roy Matthews
Roy Matthews has been a commercial photographer since the mid-1980s, having worked in many different genres, including studio, reportage, architectural, portraiture, editorial and sport. Still with the same passion for the medium, he has in recent years been leading photographic workshops across the country, passing on his knowledge of the medium.
All abilities are encouraged.
Maximum 15 participants.
Materials, lunches and wine on the second day will be provided.
Our short courses and classes offer the opportunity to explore subjects ranging from life drawing to the history of portraiture, led by expert tutors and practising artists. These courses introduce traditional art-making processes, as well as perspectives on the history of art and language.
It is an illusion that photos are made with the camera… they are made with the eye, heart and head.
Henri Cartier-Bresson